The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has increased its monitoring of retail outlets across the country in response to rising food prices, carrying out more than 7,100 inspections since the start of the regional crisis. During that period, the Ministry recorded over 560 violations, most of them related to unjustified price increases. It has
Fine dining is not easy to find in Dubai. A 15-course degustation menu is rarer still. Trèsind Studio, led by chef Himanshu Saini, offers both. Saini has built a reputation as one of the more inventive chefs working in the city, and the restaurant reflects that. The setup includes an outdoor lounge and an urban
Dubai does not have the architecture of Italy or the countryside of France. What it does have is a long coastline, sandy beaches and reliable sunshine throughout the year. It is perhaps no surprise, then, that a number of restaurants here draw on French, Spanish and Italian coastal cooking. Below is a selection worth knowing
For those new to Ramadan, suhoor is the meal eaten before sunrise, before the daily fast begins. Across Dubai, a good number of restaurants and Ramadan tents open late into the night to serve it. The options below cover a range of settings, prices and menus to suit different tastes. Amaseena After serving as a
If Sunday plans are still open, Lakeview has a straightforward option worth considering. Lakeview, situated above the Dubai Creek Golf Clubhouse, runs its Backyard Movie Brunch every Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. The format combines a brunch buffet with a film screening, set against views of Dubai Creek, the surrounding golf course and the city
If you are hosting an iftar or suhoor at home, the usual spread of dates, qatayef or baklava covers the basics. For something more considered, this collaboration is worth a look. Yamanote Atelier has partnered with Kiri and Emirati chef Faisal Al Harmoodi to produce a limited-edition Ramadan box. The project brings together Yamanote’s Japanese
As questions around regional stability grow, some residents are seeking reassurance about access to everyday essentials. Organic Foods & Café is encouraging calm, and the evidence supports that position. The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has confirmed that strategic reserves are sufficient for four to six months, with import activity and supply flows continuing
Palazzo Versace Dubai, located at Jaddaf Waterfront, has opened its doors to travellers stranded in the city following disruption caused by the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. The hotel said it would provide complimentary accommodation and breakfast to affected travellers, “subject to availability and confirmation of travel status”. The property has 215
A Russian restaurant group has opened its first location in the region. Coffeemania GCC has launched at Dubai Hills Mall, marking the brand’s entry into the Middle East. The concept is rooted in modern European cuisine and has built a strong following on the back of its coffee programme. The restaurant suits multiple occasions. Breakfast
The city has no shortage of iftar options during Ramadan, but settings that are worth seeking out are rare. Park Hyatt Dubai offers one such option. The hotel has transformed its Palm Garden into a lantern-lit outdoor space built for relaxed iftars with family and friends. The setup draws on the Arabian majlis tradition. Terracotta
