Inspired by Russian cabaret, the hotspot rose to fame over 50 years ago in Paris.
Celebrity patrons, deep house music, and a famously strict door policy – Raspoutine has been an institution on the Parisian party circuit for the world’s most notable celebrities, tastemakers and jetsetters for the past 50 years. Serge Gainsbourg, Rita Hayworth, Bradley Cooper, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kanye West, and the Count of Paris have all been regulars over the decades, as was Marlene Dietrich, who stole the scene from her favourite Raspoutine round table on every occasion.
Now, following successful openings in Los Angeles and Miami, the brand is gearing up to expand to the heart of Dubai, opening its doors in DIFC this fall. While the Paris and Los Angeles outposts are party-centric hotspots, the new Dubai location will take its cues from its Miami sister, promising a decadent dinner-and-party scene. We’re told to expect an elaborate menu of reimagined Russian classic dishes with a French flair, such as spaghetti and caviar, wagyu beef pirojkis, and duck and foie gras pelmeni as well as the famous Raspoutine cocktails – Matryoshka, Tsar and Zolotaya Vishnya included. Set in a theatrical atmosphere, with Raspoutine’s legendary deep house music as a backdrop, the interiors will feature velvet touches and baroque-style chandeliers amidst a backdrop of signature red, reimagining the extravagance of artist Erté.
Incidentally, Raspoutine’s international presence began to broaden under the vision of Logan Maggio and Alexander Ghislain, the two operating partners who fell in love with this mythical address and its hedonistic past. “We chose Dubai for the development of the Raspoutine brand as the city represents one of the most exhilarating premium entertainment destinations in the world. In partnership with ADDMIND, a true market leader in the region, we are excited to introduce a unique luxury dining concept paired with an extraordinary nightclub experience”, says Alexander Ghislain, partner at Raspoutine Dubai.
With F&B hospitality group ADDMIND’s continued expansion and its clear mission to deliver captivating experiences, the partnership to bring Raspoutine Dubai to this region was only natural.
“ADDMIND is thrilled to partner with Paris Society for Raspoutine in Dubai. Raspoutine is a legend on the Paris nightlife scene, and we’re looking forward to introducing the brand’s inimitable glamour and spirit to Dubai,” adds Tony Habre, Group CEO Addmind. Brian Bendix, CEO of Paris Society International, commented, “Dubai truly is the world’s new gateway capital of hospitality and nightlife and for this unique Raspoutine opportunity we are tremendously proud to have partnered with the powerhouse of Dubai’s nightlife, Addmind, and its incredible team.”
DSCVR: Raspoutine Dubai, DIFC, Dubai. @raspoutine.dubai
