Sponsored: Experience culinary enchantment this Christmas Eve at the elegant L’Olivo Ristorante at Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites. With a festive-inspired menu featuring Italian classics with a contemporary twist, complemented with sweeping views of Dubai’s skyline, it’s the perfect place to spend the night before Christmas with your loved ones.

Whet your appetite with a curated selection of appetisers showcasing fine ingredients transformed into delectable treats such as foie gras terrine with caramelised figs, creamy burrata with black truffle paste and fresh oysters with black caviar and a touch of gold.

Savour comforting Italian favourites in the likes of earthy porcini risotto with truffle carpaccio, lobster ravioli in lobster bisque espuma and rosemary smoke, before tucking into turkey stuffed with dried fruits, apple and chestnuts, served with braised red cabbage, sautéed potato, Brussels sprouts and sage gravy. Make sure to save room for wagyu beef ribs accompanied with crispy onions, baby vegetables and truffle-infused mashed potato drops, or the delicate flavours of filetto di branzino with kalamata olive, semi-dried tomatoes and baby fennel, if you fancy a lighter option.

Live violin and cello performances will serenade diners as melodies play in the background. End this incredible dinner with plated snowy deconstructed black forest gateau for a truly magical dining experience.

December 24 from AED309 (inclusive of soft beverages); AED369 (inclusive of house beverages) and AED399 (inclusive of unlimited exclusive beverages). Children dine with 50% discount (6 to 12 years), while children below 6 years dine for free. For bookings, contact +971 4457 5454, dine.dubai@rixos.com, or visit website.