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Daily Mirror
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I tried The Ivy's £15 Dubai Chocolate dessert to see if it's worth it'
The Dubai chocolate trend is everywhere at the moment, with . It seems like every chocolate brand is bringing out its own version of the treat, which is usually a milk chocolate bar filled with pistachio cream, and crunchy shards of knafeh pastry. However, now restaurants are jumping on the viral trend too, which is all over social media. This includes The Ivy, who recently revealed their limited edition Dubai Chocolate Bombe Dessert. And being the foodie I am, I decided to go down and try it to see if it's worth its £14.95 price tag. With temperatures in the UK rivalling Dubai recently, the dessert, which has been around since Friday 20th June has come just in time. The limited edition treat is a twist on its iconic The Ivy Chocolate Bombe dessert, crafted with the viral Dubai chocolate flavours. It combines nutty blend of Kataifi pastry, white chocolate and pistachio encased in a smooth and luxurious gold-leafed milk chocolate dome with a scoop of dark chocolate ice cream. This is then placed on a bed of fluffy pistachio foam, and covered with a sprinkle of pistachio nuts as it comes served with a creamy hot white chocolate sauce. It went down to my local branch in Chichester to try out the dessert and I have to say it's delectable. The different textures are a treat for the mouth and the fact that it's a mix of milk, dark and white chocolate means it's not too sweet, which is ideal considering the generous size portion you get. The only little thing that happened to me is that I got some of the pistachio stuck in my throat, but I do have a very sensitive throat, so that's on me. And was it worth the £14.95 price tag? Well, considering most bars of Dubai chocolate are £10 themselves, I don't think £5 extra is much more to fork out when you're in such beautiful surroundings and out for a lovely meal. Those who want to try it don't have long though as limited edition Dubai Chocolate Bombe will only be available until this Sunday (June 29th). You can get it in all The Ivy Collection restaurants excluding The Original Ivy, West End (London), The Ivy Belfast Brasserie and The Ivy Dawson Street (Dublin). Talking about the dessert, Sean Burbidge, Executive Chef at The Ivy Collection said: "This summer, with temperatures rising high, we wanted to transport our guests to Dubai with a twist on our well-loved The Ivy Chocolate Bombe dessert. "Not only has the flavour profile proved to be popular in recent months, the unique flavour and texture combination of pistachio, creamy chocolate and kataifi pastry – complete with some luxurious gold leaf – makes a beautifully delicious dessert. Plus, the cooling dark chocolate makes it a perfect summer end-of-meal treat."
Wales Online
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
You can get a Dubai chocolate pudding in Cardiff and it looks immense
You can get a Dubai chocolate pudding in Cardiff and it looks immense The decadent chocolate dessert is available in the restaurant for a limited time There is a new chocolatey dessert to try in Cardiff (Image: The Ivy ) As summer arrives, popular restaurant The Ivy has launched a new decadent Dubai-inspired chocolate bombe dessert. The limited edition dessert is a twist on its iconic The Ivy Chocolate Bombe dessert, crafted with the viral Dubai chocolate flavours. The Dubai Chocolate Bombe features a nutty blend of Kataifi pastry, white chocolate, and pistachio encased in a smooth and luxurious gold-leafed milk chocolate dome topped with a scoop of dark chocolate ice cream. Served on a bed of fluffy pistachio foam, the dessert is covered in a sprinkle of pistachio nuts and served with a creamy hot white chocolate sauce. The dessert is only available in The Ivy in Cardiff until Sunday, June 29. Sean Burbidge, executive chef at The Ivy Collection said: "This summer, with temperatures rising high, we wanted to transport our guests to Dubai with a twist on our well-loved The Ivy Chocolate Bombe dessert. "Not only has the flavour profile proved to be popular in recent months, the unique flavour and texture combination of pistachio, creamy chocolate, and kataifi pastry, complete with some luxurious gold leaf, makes a beautifully delicious dessert. Article continues below "Plus, the cooling dark chocolate makes it a perfect summer end-of-meal treat." Elsewhere in Cardiff a new restaurant will soon be popping up in the city centre, and it will be opening its doors to patrons on Friday, June 27. In just a couple of days, the minds behind the iconic Cardiff food and drink establishments Matsudai Ramen, Penny, Thomas, Poca, and Nook will be launching Nomad (not to be confused with Swansea's Nomad Bar and Kitchen), in the Castle Quarter in the centre of Cardiff. It will be taking over the previous Terra Mare premises at 28 High Street. It will be serving cocktails and nibbles, along with sharing hand-rolled pasta and flatbreads. Article continues below The menu will change monthly, featuring seasonal small plates. Offerings include white and brown crab Caesar with anchovy and bottarga, dino beef short ribs with hazelnut and horseradish, and a hefty 650g dry-aged pork chop with cider and mustard jus. You can read more, here.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Ivy Brighton launches Wild West Father's Day menu
The Ivy is serving up a cowboy-inspired Father's Day experience. The Ivy in Brighton is offering a Wild West-themed set menu, limited-edition cocktails, and a breakfast special on Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15. The menu includes a Himalayan salt wall dry-aged sirloin steak topped with cowboy butter and a grilled thinly-beaten rump steak breakfast. Sean Burbidge, executive chef at The Ivy Collection, said: "This Father's Day, we're excited to invite guests into our Wild West world with our specially created breakfast, set menu and delectable cocktails. "This year, we wanted to have fun with western flavours, such as the herbs and spices in our Cowboy Butter, that accompanies our succulent sirloin steak. "Complete with complimentary playing cards – perfect for a game of Texas Hold 'Em or two – we hope guests enjoy Cowboy-inspired Father's Day experience at The Ivy." The Brighton restaurant, located in the heart of The Lanes, will feature a themed breakfast option of grilled thinly-beaten rump steak served with a crispy potato rösti and two fried eggs. For those who prefer a later start, the Father's Day set menu is priced at £29.95 for two courses or £34.95 for three, and begins with The Ivy's signature truffle arancini for the table. Starters include steak tartare with toast, crab and avocado tian, duck liver parfait, or an heirloom tomato and watermelon salad. The main attraction is the sirloin steak with cowboy butter, available for a £5.95 supplement. Other main course choices include gochujang-glazed aubergine salad, The Ivy classic shepherd's pie, chicken Milanese with truffle sauce, and blackened cod fillet. Dessert options feature The Ivy chocolate bomb, crème brûlée, a selection of cheeses, or a raspberry and pistachio coupe. To complement the meal, The Ivy has crafted two special cocktails for the occasion. The Western Whisky Smash combines Singleton 12 whisky with Crème d'abricot, lemon, nettle, and mint. For a non-alcoholic option, the Giddy Up Nettle and Mint Panache blends Lucky Saint alcohol-free lager with lemon juice, mint, and nettle. All fathers dining at The Ivy on Father's Day weekend will receive a complimentary gift of a specially designed set of The Ivy Father's Day playing cards. The Brighton venue, known for its stylish interiors and relaxed yet refined atmosphere, is expected to be popular with families looking to celebrate the occasion. Reservations are recommended to secure a table. The Ivy Brighton is part of The Ivy Collection, a group of restaurants across the UK known for their contemporary British menus and elegant surroundings. The Wild West-inspired menu is designed to offer something special for fathers and father figures while maintaining the signature style of The Ivy brand. The Father's Day breakfast, set menu, and cocktails will be available on Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15. Tables can be booked online at The Ivy Collection is also encouraging guests to join The Ivy Premier Rewards App for exclusive offers and rewards.
