Italian house Acqua di Parma has launched Caffettino, a limited-time café experience at Bloomingdale’s in Dubai Mall.
The ephemeral space blends Italian traditions with contemporary design, offering visitors a taste of la dolce vita through architecture, gastronomy, and fragrance.
Designed by French interior architect Dorothée Meilichzon, Caffettino is a fully immersive space that draws on Mediterranean textures, vibrant hues, and structural motifs. Known for her previous collaborations with the Maison, Meilichzon has incorporated bespoke yellow canopies modelled on the silhouette of Acqua di Parma’s iconic Colonia bottle. These awnings are inspired by the shading structures seen in Dubai’s historic districts, offering a visual link between Middle Eastern tradition and Italian modernity.
Inside, the design cues are rooted in classical architecture, with café tables referencing Roman columns and finished in a lacquered yellow twist. Sculptural chairs upholstered in citrus-toned fabrics accompany the setting, while lemon-shaped ‘bubbles’ and marmorino-textured walls are juxtaposed with stainless steel accents and textured carpets—creating a multi-sensory environment in line with the Maison’s aesthetic.
At the heart of the café lies a central counter serving a curated menu of espresso-based drinks, Italian pastries such as cornetti and biscotti, and savoury panini. The offering extends to iced coffee creations that reflect regional Italian preferences, including caffè leccese and shakerato. A custom Gelato Cart brings a seasonal element to the venue, while non-alcoholic options such as the “Capri Spritz” and “Amalfi Dream” add a Mediterranean flair.
Beyond its culinary offering, Caffettino integrates a selection of Acqua di Parma products within the space. These include heritage items, limited editions, summer collections, and gifting options—offering guests a discreet introduction to the brand’s signature craftsmanship and Italian heritage.
The Caffettino experience is open to the public at Bloomingdale’s, Dubai Mall, and will run until September 2025.
