Ramadan Treats: Lamb Chops

Lambchops at Downtown Ramadan Tent in Dubai. Photo by Saeed Saeed

Lamb Chops are deceptively difficult to make.

The premium meat cut requires a watchful chef as any trace of overcooking and it becomes unappetisingly dry.

Hence, if you are a lamb chop fan, the only feasible place to have it outside of home during Ramadan is in the suhour tents where they are served À la carte.

One of the best lamb chops going around is the one served at the Downtown Ramadan Tent, located at the foot of Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. The rosemary encrusted chops, with a price of Dh150, were a delight as it came medium rare; the tender meat effortlessly falling away with easy knife strokes. The rosemary was fresh and aromatic while the garlic was present but pleasantly subdued.

The dish was rounded off with crispy fries and fresh greens; it was simple but deliciously effective.

Not all the action occurred on the plate however, make sure to take a nice stroll along the tent and check out the evocative selection of Islamic inspired art from the London based gallery Ahlan Art.

The pieces include illustrations of mosques and other spiritual motifs done on various mediums including acrylic, calligraphy, watercolour, mixed media and photography from artist ranging from Australia, India, Lebanon, Pakistan, Syria and England.

Managing director of organisers Emaar Properties, Ahmad Al Matrooshi, explained the Downtown Tent aims to be a culinary and visual feast.

“This year Downtown features an unparalleled collaboration of Islamic art and Arabian hospitality, ensuring a truly differential experience for visitors, that highlights the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan,” he said.

“Whether visitors choose to dine under the magnificently-lit tent ceiling or in one of two glorious gardens, enclosed in a glass facade that provide a truly starry evening, Downtown is a must-visit Ramadan venue for get-togethers with family and friends.”

Downtown Ramadan Tent is open from 6pm until 2am from Sunday to Wednesday and until 3am from Wednesday to Saturday. For bookings call 04 4238883 or email [e-mail]