Celebrating a decade in the Middle East this year, Solutions Group is paying homage to where it all began as it announces its 19th venue, Papa’s; a celebration of the vibrant warmth and wholesome embrace of Italy’s social and culinary traditions. Taking its name from the first Solutions Group venue opened in Egypt by Paul Evans and Freek Teusink, over two decades ago, the multi-award-winning group behind the recently refurbished and rebranded Asia Asia, beachside beauty, Ula, party bars, Lock, Stock & Barrel and Asian-inspired showhouse, KOYO, which, also, resides on the lower ground floor of the hotel, will take over the much-loved Marina Social dining space at the prestigious Intercontinental Dubai Marina.
Inspired by the classic Italian trattorias and authentic hospitality, the neighbourhood eatery has been conceptualised to be bright, homely, and honest. Its love for the little moments and simplicity of life focuses on the ‘what is’, designed to bring family, friends and experiences together. Filled with our favourite things that feed the soul and every cup, Papa’s is your neighbourhood Italian; your home away from home.
Starting out with a vision to create some epic moments for people, today, the group, which was recently highly commended as nightlife operator of the year, has established a portfolio of incredible bars, restaurants and lounges, each delivering good times, great atmospheres and quality experiences, full of moments that people live for.
Curated as an ensemble of gestures that define a way of life, Papa’s is authentic in its hospitality, hosted by those that feel like family, welcoming guests as they invoke a sense of warmth and intimacy through attentive, kind and nurturing experiences. Perfectly blending the tradition with today, this all-day, all night destination is expected to create a feast for the whole familia, presenting a menu rich in history, and full of family secrets. Boasting classic Italian flavour combinations informed by seasons, and modern cooking takes on traditional favourites, food is the love language, made to share.
Co-Founder and CEO of Solutions Group, Paul Evans, said, “Celebrating a decade in the UAE this year, the opportunity to repurpose a name that means so much to the
group’s roots is both an honour and delight, especially alongside such a valued partner as the Intercontinental Dubai Marina.”
“Evolving our group as an entity, and growing from just six to 19 venues in such a short period of time, we, as Solutions Group, have worked endlessly to redefine the ways in which destinations and concepts are brought to life, experiences are created and F&B organisations are operated, choosing risk over reward in its approach to business, experimenting and remaining flexible through decisions and developments. I like to think that Papa’s is an extension of all those efforts, bringing something special to the Dubai Marina landscape that, truly, brings people together through collectives of moments and memories.”
Today, the innovative yet creative approach to eatertainment has seen Solutions Group chosen as a trusted F&B partner for some of the region’s best in hospitality, including the Intercontinental Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm, Rixos Premium, Seven Tides and Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi.
Papa’s is anticipated to open in early Q4 of 2023.
We’ll see you at Papa’s.
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