Sponsored: All the way from Los Angeles to Dubai, il Pastaio welcomes discerning diners to enjoy a spectacular selection of Italian fare

The UAE is now home to il Pastaio, one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated Italian dining destinations that has chosen Dubai as its home, for its only other location around the world.

Il Pastaio translates from Italian to mean ‘the pasta maker’; and the restaurant came to be over 25 years ago by the Drago brothers Giacomino, Celestino and Calogero in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles. Since then, the popular and acclaimed Italian restaurants has won hearts for its authentic classic and contemporary pastas, mains and desserts.

In Dubai, the restaurant resides in the heart of the city, perfectly positioned at the Boulevard of Al Habtoor City. Upon visiting il Pastaio Dubai, prepare to be whisked away by breathtaking décor in a sophisticated space. Picture lots of natural light in the day, ambient lighting by night, earthy tones and gorgeous greenery, all coming together to form an inviting upscale setting.

Once you take your seats, reach for the menu that offers discerning diners fresh and authentic Italian food in homage to its Sicilian origins. Reach for highly-praised pastas such as Spaghetti al caviale, Paccheri alla Justin Bieber, Tagliolini verdi scampi e porcini and Tagliolini Tartufo. Follow this with a serving of signature specials, including Tomahawk ai ferri, Branzino al sale and Trio tartare. The Italian restaurant’s array of meat, poultry and seafood dishes serve to impress; and lighter bites and sides span excellent creative salads, tempting antipasti, hearty soups, risotto and even gluten-free pastas.

Complement your memorable meal with sips from an exclusive grape list; and round off your experience with glorious ‘sin free’ desserts, ranging from Cioccolato and Cannoli to Panna cotta and Torta al formaggio.

il Pastaio Al Habtoor City: Dine à la carte daily from 12pm-12am, with Business Lunch on Monday to Friday from 12-3pm. Call or WhatsApp +97154 791 3320 or email Reservations@ilPastaioDubai.ae. Visit the website or Instagram.

il Pastaio Trattoria – Mall of the Emirates: Dine à la carte daily, with Ramadan timings from 8-2am and from 8-12am post Ramadan. Visit the website or Instagram.