Although certain friends seem to be confused by the name and vibe of the venue, I was in good spirits as I made my first trip to La Mer to visit Masti. With an equal focus on both the lounge and food elements, this Indian inspired venue stands tall against the beach pavilions and recognizable lights of the establishment. Inside the restaurant, the modern interior is done in bright colors – teal and similarly decorated as Little Miss India. The lounge (aka, the place where alcohol is served) is upstairs and includes both intimate bar seating (complete with a giant stained glass elephant head) and an outdoor terrace (fairly cold for our visit in early January, but pashminas are offered, which help). From our vantage point, we glimpse buildings on the Dubai skyline. Like many a restaurant these days, the menu is intended for sharing, which suits my guest and…
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