Renowned French Chef Guy Savoy to Open Signature Restaurant at The Tiger Woods Dubai
Dubai-UAE: 19 August, 2008 – The Tiger Woods Dubai , an exclusive residential golf community development and a member of Tatweer , today announced it has signed an agreement with world renowned French Chef Guy Savoy to open a signature restaurant at The Hotel in The Tiger Woods Dubai, a luxury boutique hotel in the exclusive 55-million sq. feet golf community development.
Marking Guy Savoy’s debut in the Middle East, the elegant fine dining restaurant will be a key component of the AED600-million The Hotel. Offering breathtaking views of the Al Ruwaya golf course, the first to be designed by Tiger Woods, the world’s number one golfer, The Hotel is scheduled for completion in Q4 2010 and will feature the acclaimed aesthetics of Lebanese designer Elie Saab in its interiors.
Guy Savoy is the head chef and owner of the eponymous Guy Savoy restaurant in Paris and sister restaurant in Las Vegas. The Paris restaurant, which has consistently garnered three Michelin stars every year since 2002, is ranked amongst the top 50 restaurants in the world.
Abdulla Al Gurg, Project Director, The Tiger Woods Dubai, said:
“We are privileged to host Guy Savoy’s first signature restaurant in the region at this exclusive golf community. One of France's most revered and award-winning chefs, Guy Savoy will bring to the Middle East his incomparable legacy for creating unique and unforgettable dining experiences.”
Al Gurg added: “In addition to Tiger Woods himself and Elie Saab, Guy Savoy is the third international talent participating in translating the vision of The Tiger Woods Dubai. This bears testament to Tatweer’s commitment to partnering with the world’s best on all fronts.”
The 360,000 sq. feet boutique hotel will boast a rooftop restaurant and a three-meal casual dining outlet, in addition to an expansive ballroom. The Hotel will target top-tier clientele with its 90 suites and 14 bungalows, in sizes varying from 1,600 to 9,500 sq. feet, as well as one of Dubai’s most exquisite spas and a 10,000 sq. feet oasis-style swimming pool.
Guy Savoy said:
“I feel privileged for the opportunity to have my first restaurant in the region at The Tiger Woods Dubai. I am excited at the prospect of being located in such a vibrant and strategic city, and I look forward to adding to Dubai’s growing reputation as a gastronomic hub.”
Scheduled for completion in 2009, The Tiger Woods Dubai will additionally host a professionally-staffed golf academy, a 145,000 sq ft clubhouse, a high-end destination spa, 22 palaces, 75 mansions, 100 luxury villas, and premium community service facilities.
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About The Tiger Woods Dubai:
The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer, is a private residential community and resort that will include the world’s first golf course designed by Tiger Woods – Al Ruwaya.
Embodying Tiger Woods’ vision of creating a spectacular, challenging golf course, Al Ruwaya, will be a 7,800 yard, par 72, 18 hole championship course with dramatic elevation changes, lush landscaping, stunning water features and an overall design that will challenge and entertain golfers of all playing abilities. Luxurious residential and hospitality components will include 197 residences, a boutique hotel, a well-being spa, a fine dining restaurant, a professionally staffed golf academy, and the Al Ruwaya clubhouse.
A truly exclusive address, this private golfing community is scheduled for completion in September 2009. It will occupy an area of 55 million sq ft in Dubailand off Al Hibab Road; a 30 minute drive from Dubai’s city center and the Dubai International Airport.
About Tatweer:
Launched in December 2005, Tatweer is one the region’s most dynamic enterprises and a member of Dubai Holding. Comprising 10 market-leading brands, it oversees an ambitious business development plan. Its current portfolio is divided into Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, and Industry & Real Estate offerings. Its entities include Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; Universal City Dubailand, the 22 million sq ft development, featuring Universal Studios Dubailand as its centrepiece; “The Tiger Woods Dubai”, an exclusive golf community that will include the first Tiger Woods designed golf course; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world’s leading hospitality and entertainment project hosting 51 luxury hotels and more than 60,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first energy futures exchange in the Middle East set up in partnership with the New York Mercantile Exchange and Global Village, a premier family destination for culture, entertainment, cuisine and commerce.
Tatweer’s entities continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries in addition to pioneering joint venture initiatives with leading global conglomerates. They continuously strive for world-class performance, while implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.
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