# Gourmet Ramadan Menus The Manzil Downtown Dubai's Holy Month Menu Embodies Luxury By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-07-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramadan-menu References: [buro247.me](http://www.buro247.me/lifestyle/food/a-ramadan-to-remember-at-manzil-downtown-dubai.html) The Manzil Downtown Dubai's Ramadan menu consists of gourmet versions of traditional suhur and iftar dishes -- while suhur is a morning meal consumed before prayer, iftar is its evening equivalent with both replacing Muslims' traditional dining routine. The boutique's hotel's in-house eatery The [Boulevard Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quirk-thc-seltzer) is home to a Ramadan menu that consists of upscale fare with a rustic twist. While its signature iftar dishes include starters like fruit platters, salads and saj, its suhur options range from Daoud bawsha to chicken liver and pomegranate molasses. Those tasting this opulent Ramadan menu can also enjoy a selection of [fine Arabic desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abu-dhabi-chocolate) and [signature cocktails that are alcohol-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-your-cocktail) without sacrificing quality ingredients and great taste. No longer synonymous with ultra conservative practices, the Holy Month of Ramadan is inspiring memorable dining experiences while keeping core traditions in place. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gourmet Ramadan Menus:** Opportunity to create upscale, gourmet versions of traditional suhur and iftar dishes. - **Upscale Arabic Desserts:** Opportunity to innovate and elevate traditional Arabic desserts for special occasions like Ramadan. - **Alcohol-free Signature Cocktails:** Opportunity to develop creative and high-quality alcohol-free cocktails that maintain great taste. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality:** Hotels and restaurants can offer exclusive and luxurious gourmet Ramadan menus. - **Food and Beverage:** Specialty food and beverage companies can cater to the demand for upscale Arabic desserts during Ramadan. - **Beverage:** Beverage companies can explore the market for alcohol-free signature cocktails during the Holy Month of Ramadan. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ramadan-Observing Hotel Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iftar-moments.md) - [Religious Hotel-Backed Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-indonesia-kempinski-jakarta.md) - [Middle-Eastern-Cuisine Holiday Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-tea-can-features.md) - [Contemporary Ramadan Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trendyol.md) - [Modesty-Focused Ramadan Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcm-1.md) - [Revitalized Culinary Efforts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moroccos-food-localization.md) - [Upscale Halal-Friendly Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halal-menu.md) - [Upscale Holiday Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upscale-holiday-dining.md) - [Elevated Weekend Brunches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-brunch.md)