McGettigan’s is running Valentine’s Got Talent on 14 February, a karaoke competition for couples combined with food and drinks at its Dubai Production City location. The event takes place from 8.00 pm onwards and centres on a duet karaoke competition. Popular emcee Shanice Michaels hosts the evening. Couples can perform on stage or watch other participants. Nitin Makhijani, General Manager, McGettigan’s said: “Valentine’s Day has evolved, and so have our guests. With ‘Valentine’s Got Talent’, we wanted to create an experience that feels energetic, inclusive, and genuinely fun. It’s about celebrating connection in a way that reflects the McGettigan’s personality;…
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MR. TOADS What: Hop To It. Live Sports at Mr. Toad’s Description: Mr. Toad’s is serving up all the sporting action in 2026 from ICC T20, and the Indian Premier League at all their venues. Whilst Six Nations will be screened exclusively at their DIP, DSO, Garhoud branches. With a big-match atmosphere and classic pub energy. Plus, games, giveaways, and unbeatable vibes. Bring your crew and experience match day the way it’s meant to be. Offers: 1. Spend 300 and get into a raffle to win 500AED voucher 2. Man of the match (daily) – Free pint or 2 shots 3. Predict the 2 finalist (CRICKET only) /…
REFORM SOCIAL & GRILL DUBAI What: Love on Toast – Valentine’s Edition Weekend Buffet Breakfast Description: Love on Toast is Reform’s heart-filled take on the weekend breakfast buffet, filled with comfort classics, live cooking stations and a few V-Day twists along the way. Mums can enjoy complimentary mimosas, while the kids craft away at the DIY card corner. Love comes in many forms (and shapes), and sometimes, it’s best served on a plate and Champagne flute. Location: Reform Social & Grill Dubai, The Lakes Club, Al Thaniya Third Date: 14 & 15 February 2026 Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm Offer/Price: AED 149 Adults | AED 59 Children (6-12yrs) | AED 35 Children (4-6yrs) | Complimentary for Children 3yrs and below Website: https://www.reformsocialgrill.ae/ Social Media: @reformdubai Booking: +971 4 454 2638 reservations@reformsocialgrill.ae What: Stitch…
Grand Mercure Business Bay has launched its Valentine’s Day packages for February. The hotel offers couples a candlelit dinner with an optional overnight stay. The hotel provides a quiet setting with mood lighting and privacy. The service focuses on creating space for couples to spend time together in Dubai. The Romantic Getaway Offer includes an overnight stay with dinner. Available for stays from 14 to 15 February 2026, the package starts from AED 795++ for double occupancy with dinner, or AED 895++ for double occupancy with dinner and breakfast for two. Couples who prefer an evening out without an overnight…
Hotel Danieli in Venice will open as a Four Seasons property this summer. The historic hotel is now accepting reservations ahead of its debut as Danieli, A Four Seasons Hotel, Venice. Adrian Messerli, President, Hotel Operations – Europe, Middle East and Africa, said: “Venice has long been a city we aspired to welcome into our growing portfolio of luxury experiences, and it is with deep appreciation for its place in history, and immense excitement for what lies ahead, that we that we usher in a new chapter for the storied Danieli hotel. Gruppo Statuto – our owner-partners here and in…
Nando’s UAE has won Restaurant Chain of the Year at the BBC Good Food Middle East Awards 2025. This marks the second year in a row the brand has taken the title. The repeat win reflects Nando’s UAE’s performance across its restaurants. The brand focuses on food quality, hospitality and customer experience. Nando’s operates multiple locations across the UAE and has built a position in the casual dining sector with its flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken. Nando’s UAE has won recognition at the BBC Good Food Awards before. The brand took the Casual Dining Restaurant award in 2021 and 2022. The continued…
Barceló Hotel Group has launched Valentine’s Day packages for guests celebrating this February. The hotel group is offering dining and staycation experiences at its properties in the UAE, Bahrain and Thailand. The packages include dining options and all-inclusive staycation deals. Barceló hotels across the three countries provide different ways for couples to mark Valentine’s Day, from evening dinners to overnight stays. Barceló Al Jaddaf What: Valentine’s Day Dinner About: This Valentine’s Day, B-Heaven at Barceló Al Jaddaf invites couples to enjoy an evening of open-air romance by the pool. From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, guests can take in sweeping views of…
Rayya Wellness and Wellbeings Holistic Healing are offering The Rose Connection Ritual for Valentine’s Day. The couples spa treatment runs from 1 to 15 February and focuses on relaxation and connection. The treatment provides couples with time away from daily routines. The spa experience combines massage and facial treatments in a calm setting. The ritual includes a 60-minute full body couples massage with warm aromatic oils and a 30-minute personalised facial. Valentine’s-themed infused water and herbal tea are served during the treatment. Some locations add a rose petal foot welcome ritual. Prices start from AED 750 per couple. Availability is…
UBK will run U-B-Kinky, an Anti-Valentine’s Weekend for singles, friends and people celebrating outside traditional Valentine’s Day. The three-day event takes place from 13 to 15 February and combines a set menu with beverage packages in UBK’s social atmosphere. The U-B-Kinky Anti-Valentine’s Day Set Menu costs AED 225. The menu includes bang bang shrimp, chicken popcorn, UBK’s signature one-foot hot dog with fries, warm churros and lime cheesecake. Guests can select from beverage packages available across the weekend: three selected house beverages for AED 96 or five for AED 196. Options include wines, bottled beers and classic spirits. The U-B-Kinky…
SaladStop! Group has chosen Mohamed Hareb Al Otaiba Investments (MHAOI) as its Master Franchise Partner for the United Arab Emirates. The Singapore-based healthy food brand will use this partnership to launch in the Middle East, with the UAE as its first market in the region. The company will open its first UAE restaurant in Dubai in 2026. The outlet will serve the brand’s fresh, nutritious meals to customers in the city. SaladStop! started in Singapore and has operated for over 16 years. The brand focuses on product quality and makes each bowl to order from scratch. It works with trusted…
