03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
A chic new pastry boutique has landed at One&Only One Za'abeel
The thing is, French boutiques are one of our weaknesses. That's why we're over the moon that One&Only One Za'abeel is getting a new café.
Maison Devoille, the brainchild of MICHELIN-trained chef-pâtissier Christophe Devoille has to be on your radar, too.
Tucked into the resort's chic first-floor lobby, Maison Devoille isn't a typical grab-and-go café.
With plush Art Deco interiors, soft blush tones and golden touches that gleam in the sunlight, it's every bit as elegant as the pastries on display.
Floor-to-ceiling windows bring in loads of natural light, making it a dreamy setting for catch-ups, solo treat days, or an impromptu little escape from the day.
One of the world's biggest pastry chefs, chef Christophe Devoille, has already made waves with The Royal Tearoom at Atlantis The Royal.
Twice named Gault&Millau UAE's Pastry Chef of the Year, he brings his French fine-dining roots – think Ducasse and Nicolas Berger – to a more intimate, boutique-style experience.
Every pastry is crafted individually with exacting technique, real storytelling and a serious sense of pride. Alongside the permanent menu of pastries, cakes and desserts, there's also the limited-edition 'Culinary Couture' series, which is seasonal creations inspired by fashion, art and culture.
What's more, there's a touch of theatre woven into the Maison Devoille experience. It's at the central Champagne Bar, a sleek oval counter with glass petals showcasing the day's star creations, where the drama unfolds.
Here, you can sip on a carefully selected range of premium grape and mixed drinks by the glass, or opt for a warming loose-leaf tea blend served with a flourish. Iced or hot coffees are made to order and the service mirrors the same detail-driven finesse as the pâtisserie itself.
They'll change throughout the year, but always carry chef Christophe's signature blend of French technique and playful creativity.
So the next time you need a quiet five minutes or if you're planning to catch up with the girls for an afternoon of sweet spoiling, you'll be glad you saved this one on your Google maps.
Open daily 8am-10pm. One&Only One Za'abeel, (04 666 1617).
