If you’re looking forward to a festive feast on December 25th but don’t relish the idea of stuffing a turkey yourself; here’s a top pick for a seasonal gourmet meal. Award-winning Mediterranean restaurant Ossiano in Atlantis Palm Jumeirah in Dubai is taking reservations for this coming Tuesday and Wednesday evening. Check out this sneak peak of the specially designed seven-course menu which costs Dh995 per person. <strong>Seasonal package:</strong> Scallop carpaccio with raisin, almond and cauliflower Poached Canadian lobster with Marie rose sauce a la Grecque Beef consommé, braised short rib and quail egg Poached halibut with black truffle, smoked eggplant and asparagus Turkey Wellington, potato puree, candy beetroot and onion jus Quince and chestnut tart with Clementine sorbet Almond milk parfait, cherry compote, acacia honey fancier To make a reservation email <a href="mailto:restaurantreservations@atlantisthpalm.com">restaurantreservations@atlantisthpalm.com</a> or call +97144262626. <strong>A la carte alternatives:</strong> Ossiano is well known for its standout seafood and here’s a guide to some of the best dishes on offer. Reason alone to visit the restaurant is the amazing views of the aquarium from every table. Ambassador’s Lagoon is home to more than 65,000 marine animals and you can play 'spot the species' with a handy picture guide provided by restaurant staff. <strong>Starters:</strong> Wakame bread rolls & gazpacho granita amuse bouche with cucumber and yoghurt mousse. Bouillabaisse with scallops, squid, rouille Canadian lobster, basil, mango, raspberry <strong>Mains:</strong> Mediterranean Sea Bream, fine beans, café de Paris sauce Wild Black Sole, roast shrimp, baked beetroot, orange and ginger butter, almonds Freshly caught Sea Bream at Ossiano <strong>Dessert:</strong> Peach soufflé of the day Salted caramel & chocolate tart Ossiano's souffle of the day <em>*Top tip: Ask for friendly waiter Lu Maw and don’t leave without your box of complimentary homemade macaroons.</em> Complimentary petit fours after dinner at Ossiano
