Dubai restaurant apologises after liquid nitrogen spills on diner

Dubai restaurant apologises after liquid nitrogen spills on diner

A high-end restaurant in Dubai has apologised after a waiter accidentally spilled liquid nitrogen on a diner during a theatrical presentation of dishes.

Tabu in Downtown Dubai said it was working with local authorities to ensure safety was a top priority after the accident on Friday.

“We are very sorry for our guest’s experience, following this unfortunate incident,” the Japanese restaurant’s founder, David Lescarret said.

“The Tabu team immediately offered first aid and looked after our guest and we are in contact with her.

We have been working closely with Dubai Municipality, identifying all precautionary measures in place

David Lescarret, founder, Tabu at the St Regis

“We have been working closely with Dubai Municipality, identifying all precautionary measures in place.

“The safety and well-being of all our guests is always our priority, so we gave the authorities every assistance in their investigation, and will make any changes they recommend.”

The restaurant is in the St Regis in Downtown Dubai, but the hotel has no responsibility over the operations of the venue, staff said.

Liquid nitrogen has become popular in more restaurants as it instantly freezes food and drink, creating theatrical plumes of mist and vapour when exposed to the air.

Aline Fleihan, an architect who lives in Saudi Arabia, suffered