The brunch

The buffet offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Prices are AED 199 for the soft package, AED 345 with house beverages and AED 99 for children, and an early-bird rate of AED 119 is available for those who book ahead. The hotel says the occasion is designed for families and friends to gather around the table, with something on offer for every generation.

Beyond the buffet

In the Baithak area, guests can sit down with a cup of chai while Indian folk music plays. Families can join in Antakshari, the Indian musical game, and hands-on workshops cover diya painting, rangoli making and henna. A Diwali Market adds a showcase of local crafts.

Stay for the festival

The hotel has also set three room offers, all starting at AED 400. The Festival of Lights Diwali Room Offer covers stays from 1 to 15 November, the UAE National Day Room Offer runs from 16 November to 2 December, and a Festive Season Room Offer combines a stay with selected Christmas or New Year’s Eve gala dining.

For more ways to celebrate, see our guide to Diwali in Dubai 2026 and our Deira and Dubai Creek guide. Greenhouse Social also hosted an Early Christmas Brunch earlier this month, which we covered in our Early Christmas Brunch report.

Radisson Blu Deira Creek Diwali brunch: Details

• When: Saturday 7 November 2026, 1pm to 4pm
• Where: Greenhouse Social, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek
• Price: AED 199 soft package, AED 345 with house beverages, AED 99 for children, early-bird rate AED 119
• Book: Call +971 4 205 7033 or +971 4 205 7034, WhatsApp +971 56 548 8238 or email booking.diningdubaicreek@radissonblu.com
• Instagram: @mycreekbeat

Image: courtesy of Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek.

The chefs

Daniel Hillier is Cluster Culinary Director for Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Sofitel Dubai Downtown and Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort. He has more than 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality, including Michelin-starred kitchens in London. Russell Impiazzi, Executive Chef of Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, has more than 30 years of international experience, including restaurant openings and concept development.

What is on the menu

The evening opens with chef’s snacks, among them a haggis Scotch egg with truffle aioli and pickled shallots, anchovy toast with Parmesan custard, and fried rabbit with honey and mustard aioli.

Starters include seared dry-aged steak tartare with truffle, black garlic and pickled mushrooms, butter-poached Scottish langoustine tails served as a Langoustine Niçoise, and a tomato consommé with goats’ cheese profiteroles. Main courses are Wagyu Rossini with seared duck liver, chanterelle mushrooms and truffle jus, wild seabass with a lobster cassoulet and smoked bacon, or ricotta gnocchi with morels and truffle velouté. Dessert options are baba au rum, lemon chiboust with wild strawberries and Yorkshire rhubarb, and an artisan cheese board.

The evening

Doors open at 6:30pm, with live entertainment from 7pm to 10:30pm. The set menu costs AED 325 per person, or AED 535 with a pairing package. The event is tomorrow night, so book soon. For more places to eat on the Palm, see our Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm Jumeirah guide.

La Nuit Four Hands Dinner: Details

• When: Friday 23 October 2026, doors at 6:30pm, live entertainment 7pm to 10:30pm
• Where: Porterhouse Bar & Grill, Sofitel Dubai The Palm
• Price: AED 325 per person, or AED 535 per person with a pairing
• Book: Online at giftvouchers.sofiteldubaithepalm.com/products/57698/four-hands-dinner-at-porterhouse-bar-grill

See also: best restaurants in Dubai by neighbourhood, a 10-course tasting menu at JUNS.

Image: courtesy of Sofitel Dubai The Palm.

Where to eat

Four restaurants across the cluster are taking part: The Spicery at Novotel Dubai Gold District, Farmstead at Mercure Dubai Deira, World of Curries at Aparthotel Adagio Dubai Gold District and Lilly’s Garden at ibis Styles Dubai Deira. The menus feature Indian-themed buffets, chaat counters, traditional Diwali sweets and festive decor, and can be customised on request to suit each group’s tastes and occasion.

Private celebrations

The cluster also offers private Diwali gatherings for groups of 10 to 250 guests, with a choice of restaurant and banquet venues across the properties. Options include buffet and set menus, customised food and beverage packages and festive setups, from an intimate family dinner to a larger corporate celebration. Packages are tailored to the venue, menu and group size, and start from AED 75 per person.

Make a stay of it

Rooms start at AED 200 at any of the six properties, which are Novotel Dubai Gold District, Mercure Dubai Deira, Mercure Dubai Gold District, ibis Styles Dubai Deira, ibis Styles Dubai Gold District and Aparthotel Adagio Dubai Gold District. The hotels say guests can start the day with a wander through the nearby Gold and Spice Souks and along Dubai Creek, then return for a festive meal. Rates and packages are subject to availability and may vary by hotel, venue, menu and requirements.

The same cluster also includes the new Ten64 rooftop pool bar at ibis Styles Dubai Deira. For more ways to mark the festival, see our guide to Diwali in Dubai 2026.

Diwali at the Dubai Deira and Gold District hotels: Details

• When: Dining throughout November 2026; room offer for stays from 1 to 15 November 2026
• Where: The Spicery (Novotel Dubai Gold District), Farmstead (Mercure Dubai Deira), World of Curries (Aparthotel Adagio Dubai Gold District) and Lilly’s Garden (ibis Styles Dubai Deira)
• Offer: Dining from AED 75 per person, rooms from AED 200
• Book: Call +971 55 473 5384 or +971 55 429 3055

See also: our Deira, Dubai Creek and Festival City guide.

Image: courtesy of the Dubai Deira and Gold District Cluster of Hotels.

What to eat

The menu leans towards sharing food for long afternoons. There are loaded chicken wings in smoky barbecue, peri-peri or spicy honey glaze, crispy calamari with tartar sauce, mini sliders with barbecue beef, cilantro chicken or crispy chicken, and nachos with guacamole, cheese sauce, jalapeños and salsa.

For a longer sit, there are grilled garlic prawns with Beirut hummus and a beef steak sandwich with melted Emmental and caramelised onions, plus Indian platters. Vegetarian choices include paneer tikka, samosas, pakoras, vegetable quesadillas and a falafel wrap with tahini and Arabic pickles. Desserts are chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream, warm apple pie and cheesecake with melted chocolate.

What to drink

The soft drinks include Ten64 Iced Tea, a hibiscus blend with lemon, a Watermelon Cooler with mint and lemon, and Tropical Glacier, which mixes passion fruit, mango, coconut and pineapple. The release does not give prices.

Ten64 is open daily from 12pm to 10:30pm. The hotel says it will run a weekly line-up of social experiences, though the release does not list them. For more to explore around the creek and the souks, see our Deira, Dubai Creek and Festival City guide.

Ten64 Rooftop Pool Bar: Details

• When: Open daily, 12pm to 10:30pm
• Where: Ten64 Rooftop Pool Bar, ibis Styles Dubai Deira
• Book: Call or WhatsApp +971 56 992 0241, or call +971 4 492 9999

See also: bars and nightlife in Dubai, our Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm Jumeirah guide.

Image: courtesy of ibis Styles Dubai Deira.

Platters for the whole table

The offer centres on sharing boards. A Platter and 2L Jug Combo costs AED 320, and four team-inspired boards cost AED 165 each. They are named after national rugby sides, and each comes with sauces and fries or chips.

The Wallabies BBQ Board has BBQ beef skewers, lamb chops, chicken wings and grilled corn ribs. Les Bleus Board offers mini fried chicken burgers, steak skewers, Camembert bites and truffle arancini. The All Blacks Feast brings slow-cooked beef sliders, lamb sausage bites, fried chicken pieces and mini meat pies, while the Red Rose Platter has Scotch eggs, sausage rolls, beer-battered fish bites and chicken tenders. Prices include the 10% service charge, 7% municipality fees and 5% VAT.

The release does not say which matches are shown or what the live entertainment will be, so it is worth asking when you book.

The regular line-up

The Dubliner’s also runs its evergreen offers through the week. The Nook serves its spice bags daily, packed with crispy fries, seasoned chicken and a blend of spices. Quiz Nights run every Tuesday from 8pm to 11pm, with prizes to win and up to 40% off food and beverages for teachers.

On Sundays, the Sunday Roast Carvery runs from 1pm to 5pm, with beef, roasted crackling, Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy. It costs AED 135 for unlimited food and soft drinks, or AED 235 for unlimited food with bottled beers and house drinks, consumable for up to three hours within the window.

More for match days

For the pub’s daily drinks deal, see our story on Le Méridien Dubai’s happy hours. If you are planning a Sunday lunch, our roundup of Dubai’s top Sunday roasts compares the options, and more places to catch a game are in our guide to the best sports bars in Dubai and our bars and nightlife guide.

Scrum & Sip at The Dubliner’s: Details

• When: October to November 2026
• Where: The Dubliner’s, Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
• Offer: Platter and 2L Jug Combo AED 320; team-inspired boards (Wallabies BBQ Board, Les Bleus Board, All Blacks Feast, Red Rose Platter) AED 165 each
• Book: Online at sevenrooms.com/reservations/dublinersdxbmd, call +971 4 702 2455, WhatsApp +971 50 289 7728 or email restaurants.lmd@lemeridien.com
• Instagram: @dublinersdubai

Image: courtesy of Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre.

The dates differ slightly. OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili run their festivities from 22 December 2026 to 9 January 2027, while OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO and OBLU SELECT Sangeli run from 22 December 2026 to 7 January 2027.

Reef of Wonder at Helengeli

OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO takes its cue from the marine life around the island. The programme includes a reef-themed parade for younger guests, an Indian Ocean-inspired Christmas dinner and an elegant New Year’s Eve celebration. Guests can also explore the island’s house reef, which the resort describes as renowned.

A Fisherman’s Tale at Sangeli

OBLU SELECT Sangeli pays tribute to the fishing heritage of the Maldives and the community habit of sharing what the sea provides. Christmas brings carol singing, island entertainment and an Indian Ocean-themed feast, and New Year’s Eve has a themed dinner, beach celebrations and fireworks.

Made for Two at Lobigili

OBLU SELECT Lobigili is designed for adults only, and its programme, A Festive Season, Made for Two, is built around couples. Christmas Eve is intimate, while New Year’s Eve takes on the glamour of the Great Gatsby era, with live performances and a countdown. Private beach dinners, spa experiences and underwater dining are available throughout a stay.

A Golden Festive Season at Ailafushi

OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi adds golden glamour to the season, mixing festive sparkle with live entertainment and family time. It opens with Santa arriving on Sunset Beach and a special Christmas lunch, then builds to a New Year’s Eve with a cocktail gathering, gala dinner, live entertainment and a fire show, ending in fireworks at midnight.

Planning a winter break

COLOURS OF OBLU says each resort offers a different way to spend the festive season, whether guests travel as a family, with friends or as a couple. If you are working out when to take leave, our guides to UAE public holidays in 2026 and 2027 and long weekends in the UAE list the dates worth building a trip around. The release does not give prices or booking details.

COLOURS OF OBLU is a lifestyle hospitality brand from Atmosphere Core, a hospitality group that lists nine resorts in the Maldives and one heritage hotel in India.

COLOURS OF OBLU festive season 2026: Details

• When: 22 December 2026 to 9 January 2027 at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili; 22 December 2026 to 7 January 2027 at OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO and OBLU SELECT Sangeli
• Where: Four COLOURS OF OBLU island resorts in the Maldives
• Themes: Reef of Wonder (Helengeli), A Fisherman’s Tale (Sangeli), A Festive Season, Made for Two (Lobigili, adults only), A Golden Festive Season (Ailafushi)

See also: Crowne Plaza Dubai Jumeirah Sets the Scene for a Season of Festive Celebrations, JA Manafaru Offers Eid al-Fitr Island Retreat Package in the Maldives with Five Nights for the Price of Four and Raffles Opens Raffles The Red Sea, a Villa Resort on Saudi Arabia’s Shura Island.

Image: courtesy of COLOURS OF OBLU.

What happened at the brunch

The restaurant was dressed for Christmas, with a tree, decorations and a generous spread of the festive dishes people look forward to every year. Live stations and a laden buffet kept the room busy.

Children had plenty to do. The Grinch was hidden around the restaurant, and young guests took part in a competition called “How Many Grinches Can You Find?”. They also wrote wishes to Santa on special postcards and dropped them into a mailbox beside the Christmas tree, ready for the North Pole. Guests kept an eye out for a surprise appearance from Santa himself.

The hotel described the afternoon as a head start on the season, with good food, laughter and time together. It follows the ‘Creekmas’ preview we reported in September, which you can read in our Creekmas story.

Early-bird festive offer

For those planning ahead, the hotel has early-bird festive offers. Book before 20 December to get the House Package at AED 299, with children at AED 99. The hotel has also launched new social channels for food and beverage news, events and offers, which you can find at @mycreekbeat on Instagram and MyCreekBeat on Facebook.

Radisson Blu Deira Creek festive offers: Details

• Where: Greenhouse Social, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek
• Offer: House Package at AED 299, children AED 99, when booked before 20 December
• Reservations: call +971 4 205 7033 or +971 4 205 7034, WhatsApp +971 56 548 8238 or email booking.diningdubaicreek@radissonblu.com
• Instagram: @mycreekbeat

See also: our Deira, Dubai Creek and Festival City guide, family brunches in Dubai and the best brunch in Dubai guide.

Image: courtesy of Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek.

Three happy hours, three moods

The Dubliner’s, the hotel’s Irish pub, offers one of the longer happy hours in the city. It runs daily from 12pm to 8pm, with draught beers, house beverages and wines from AED 35.

Jules is the lively option. Its happy hour runs every day from 5pm to 8pm, with house beverages and wines from AED 30 and a pint of beer from AED 35. If you stay on, the bar fills with live music later in the evening, as we describe in our piece on Jules Bar’s Kamayan Fiesta.

Warehouse is the high-energy social space. Its happy hour runs daily from 1pm to 8pm, pairing bold bites with crafted cocktails, wines and beers, and it suits groups and casual get-togethers.

More at The Dubliner’s

The pub has other regular draws. Quiz Nights run every Tuesday from 8pm to 11pm, with prizes to win, and teachers get up to 40% off food and beverages. A Guinness-inspired game-day menu is available throughout the Premier League season.

On Sundays, the Sunday Roast Carvery runs from 1pm to 5pm, with beef, crackling specials, Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy. The food and soft drinks package costs AED 135, while the food with bottled beers and house drinks package costs AED 235, consumable for up to three hours within the window.

For more places to drink for less, see our guide to happy hours in Dubai.

Le Méridien Dubai happy hours: Details

• The Dubliner’s: daily, 12pm to 8pm, from AED 35
• Jules: daily, 5pm to 8pm, house beverages and wines from AED 30, pint from AED 35
• Warehouse: daily, 1pm to 8pm
• Contact: call +971 4 702 2455, WhatsApp +971 50 289 7728 or email restaurants.lmd@lemeridien.com
• Instagram: @dublinersdubai

See also: Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre Unleashes Halloween Spirit with Spooktacular Celebrations at Yalumba, Jules. And Warehouse and bars and nightlife in Dubai.

Image: courtesy of Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre.

How the offer works

Bookings must be made directly through majestichotels.com using the promo code MAJESTIC20. The booking window closes on 31 October 2026, and stays are valid until 28 December 2026, so the discount can carry a staycation well into the winter season.

The offer applies at all four hotels: Majestic City Retreat Hotel, Majestic Central Hotel, Majestic Premier Hotel and Majestic Cove Hotel. The group describes the collection as four-star upscale properties with easy access to Dubai Metro, Dubai International Airport and the city’s main attractions, from the historic Creek and Meena Bazaar area to its shopping and business districts.

Twenty years of Dubai

The anniversary follows the group’s World Tourism Day celebration last month, which we covered in our story on Majestic’s two decades of Dubai hospitality.

Eti Bhasin, Executive Director of Majestic Hotels in the UAE, said an anniversary like this is about the people more than the number of years: the guests who return, the conversations and the memories built along the way. Bhasin added that the group wanted to mark it in a way everyone could join, which is why the celebration comes as offers on stays and dining.

Under its “Make a Memory” tagline, the group positions itself for both leisure and business travellers, with comfortable rooms, convenient locations and restaurants suited to different occasions.

Majestic Hotels 20th anniversary offer: Details

• Offer: 20% off staycation bookings, plus 20% off at participating in-house restaurants and dining outlets
• Promo code: MAJESTIC20, booked direct at majestichotels.com
• Book by: 31 October 2026
• Stay by: 28 December 2026
• Hotels: Majestic City Retreat, Majestic Central, Majestic Premier and Majestic Cove

See also: more hotel and hospitality news and Majestic Hotels Celebrates World Tourism Day with Two Decades of Dubai Hospitality and a Growing Homegrown Legacy.

Image: courtesy of Majestic Hotels.

How the Blessing Box Works

Each participating hotel has a dedicated collection point on its premises. Guests can leave pre-loved clothing, toys and books, as well as new, unused household items. The scheme is aimed in particular at long-stay guests, giving them a simple way to pass on things they no longer need.

The Numbers

The three properties are Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel, Arabian Park Edge by Rotana and Park Apartments Edge by Rotana. Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel contributed 290 kg, Park Apartments Edge by Rotana collected 150 kg and Arabian Park Edge by Rotana gave 36 kg.

Everything collected is handed to Malabes by Beit Al Khair Society, which uses it to support its community welfare work.

A Sustainability Angle

The hotels present the Blessing Box as part of their ongoing corporate social responsibility programme. Reusing everyday items keeps them out of the waste stream and encourages more mindful consumption.

Stefan Schmid, Complex General Manager of Al Jaddaf Rotana Complex, said responsibility extends beyond providing hospitality to creating a positive impact on the surrounding communities. He credited guests for embracing the chance to give their belongings a second life and said the complex hopes to keep fostering a culture of generosity through its collaboration with Beit Al Khair Society.

The complex says it will continue to strengthen its community engagement and sustainability efforts.

Blessing Box Initiative: Details

• Where: Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel, Arabian Park Edge by Rotana and Park Apartments Edge by Rotana, Al Jaddaf, Dubai
• What can be donated: pre-loved clothing, toys and books, and new, unused household items
• Total donated so far: 476 kg
• Charity partner: Malabes by Beit Al Khair Society
• Website: rotana.com

See also: Deira, Dubai Creek and Festival City guide, more hotel and hospitality news and more UAE news.

Image: courtesy of Al Jaddaf Rotana Complex.

Festive Gatherings at The Cavendish

For corporate and social groups, The Cavendish is serving specially crafted seasonal menus, with packages starting from AED 165 per person.

Festive High Tea at Author’s Lounge

Festive High Tea runs at Author’s Lounge from 1 to 23 December, between 12pm and 5pm. It pairs sweet treats with savoury bites and costs AED 79 per person, or AED 149 for two.

A Festive High Tea with Bubbles adds a glass of sparkling wine per person, at AED 110 per person or AED 195 for two.

Bigger Celebrations

The early-bird discount also applies to the hotel’s Christmas Day Brunch, its Festive Turkey Takeaway and its New Year Gala Dinner. The hotel says further details on those will follow.

Everyday Offers Continue

Alongside the festive build-up, Business Lunch at The Cavendish offers two courses for AED 79 or three for AED 99, served on weekdays from 12pm to 3pm. On Fridays, Plot Twist at Author’s Lounge runs from 6pm to 10pm and includes three drinks and a choice of bites for AED 99.

Earlier on Dubai Edited, we covered the hotel’s business travel offer and its book and cafe package at Author’s Lounge.

Festive at voco Bonnington Dubai: Details

• Where: voco Bonnington Dubai, Jumeirah Lakes Towers
• Early-bird offer: 15% off selected festive celebrations booked before 10 December
• Festive Gatherings: The Cavendish, from AED 165 per person
• Festive High Tea: Author’s Lounge, 1 to 23 December, 12pm to 5pm, AED 79 per person or AED 149 for two; with bubbles AED 110 per person or AED 195 for two
• Business Lunch: The Cavendish, weekdays 12pm to 3pm, AED 79 for two courses or AED 99 for three
• Friday Plot Twist: Author’s Lounge, Fridays 6pm to 10pm, AED 99
• Festive and Author’s Lounge bookings: +971 4 356 0536 or +971 50 927 5711, dine@vocobonnington.com
• Stays: 04 356 0600, stay@vocobonnington.com
• Website: ihg.com
• Instagram: @vocobonnington

See also: Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm Jumeirah guide, Best restaurants in Dubai by neighbourhood.

Image: courtesy of voco Bonnington Dubai.

The Rooms

The resort has 121 rooms, 14 suites and 33 private pool villa residences, aimed at couples, families and multigenerational groups. Guestrooms open onto private terraces with lagoon or sea views, and suites add indoor-outdoor living. Raffles’ Butler Service is offered across every room, suite and villa.

The Dining

Five restaurants and lounges draw on Asian cuisine, Eastern Mediterranean sharing traditions and the heritage of the Arabian Peninsula. Ni’ma serves Eastern Mediterranean dishes for sharing throughout the day, while Siparaja offers a contemporary take on Raffles’ Singaporean roots.

El Nay is a seaside lounge for Pan-Arabic mezze, Saudi tea, artisanal coffee and shisha. Anbara gives the Raffles afternoon tea ritual an Arabian inflection with pastries and regional flavours, and the Pool Bar is aimed at families. The dining venues open in phases, with the specialty restaurants and bar following at a later stage.

For Dubai readers who know the brand from home, see our guide to afternoon tea in Dubai.

Wellbeing and Culture

Raffles Spa and Wellness and the adults’ pool arrive in a future phase. Plans include seven treatment rooms, a hammam, sauna and steam facilities, a vitality pool and an outdoor lap pool. For now guests can use the gym, padel and water sports.

A dedicated Raffles Curator leads a cultural programme covering local art, literature, storytelling and craftsmanship. The children’s and teens’ centres will open later.

The Island

Shura Island offers Shura Links, billed as Saudi Arabia’s first 18-hole island golf course, plus a marina, Marina Village, WAMA water sports and Galaxea diving. The island runs on renewable energy and is reached from Red Sea International Airport by electric vehicle across the 3.3-kilometre Shura crossing.

Charles Saliba, Managing Director of Raffles The Red Sea and Fairmont The Red Sea, said the aim is to let guests find their own rhythm on the island. Raffles is part of Accor.

Raffles The Red Sea: Details

• Where: Shura Island, The Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
• Rooms: 121 rooms, 14 suites and 33 private pool villa residences
• Dining: Ni’ma, Siparaja, El Nay, Anbara and the Pool Bar, opening in phases
• Spa and adults’ pool: to follow in a later phase
• Bookings and information: raffles.com/the-red-sea

See also: more hotel and hospitality news, COLOURS OF OBLU Plans Themed Festive Seasons at Four Maldives Resorts From 22 December and more travel stories.

Image: courtesy of Raffles Hotels & Resorts.

What the buffet offers

Sushi & Beyond centres on a sushi and sashimi counter run by Sushi Master Chef Kot. Alongside it sits a rotating menu of Pan-Asian appetisers, mains and desserts from Mama Nata, so the choice changes from one visit to the next.

The buffet is unlimited, which means guests can return to the counter as often as they like during service. The venue positions it as one of the city’s more accessible evenings of Pan-Asian dining.

Why the schedule matters

With the offer now spread across Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, it is easier to fit into a week. It suits a Thursday night dinner, a weekend outing with friends or a way to end Sunday on a high. Service runs from 6:30pm to 11pm.

Toshi already has other evening draws at the hotel. Thursdays also carry a ladies’ night, which we covered in our story on Toshi’s Thursday ladies’ night, and the hotel has opened a bar, as reported in our piece on the Toshi bar launch.

If you are comparing deals, the AED 149 price is described as an exclusive offer for a limited time, so check with the restaurant before booking on a given date.

Sushi & Beyond at Toshi: Details

• Where: Toshi, Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai
• When: every Thursday to Sunday, 6:30pm to 11pm
• Price as announced: AED 149 per person, unlimited, an exclusive offer for a limited time
• Reservations: call +971 4 423 4100, WhatsApp +971 50 494 2390 or email fbreservations.gmhd@millenniumhotels.com

See also: Best Japanese and sushi restaurants in Dubai.

Image: courtesy of Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai.

Gkoregias brings more than 15 years of experience, with a background in Japanese-inspired cuisine, Michelin-starred kitchens and high-profile restaurant openings across Europe.

Most Recent Role

He arrives from Kioku by Endo at Raffles London at The OWO, where he was Executive Chef. There he led the restaurant through its pre-opening and launch, developing the opening menus and recruiting and training the kitchen brigade before the doors opened.

Career So Far

Before that, Gkoregias spent almost a decade with ROKA in London, rising from Senior Chef de Partie to Head Chef. He ran the kitchens at ROKA Canary Wharf and ROKA Mayfair, and oversaw the restaurant’s summer residency at Hotel Arts Barcelona in 2023.

His career began in Athens, where he trained at Le Monde before joining the Michelin-starred Spondi. He then moved to Mykonos to cook at Santa Marina Resort & Villas, a Luxury Collection Hotel, before relocating to London to work at the Michelin-starred Pied à Terre and, later, ROKA.

What It Means for Sexy Fish

The appointment pairs his Japanese-inspired experience with the restaurant’s position as one of DIFC’s established dining and nightlife destinations. No menu changes have been announced alongside the news.

Sexy Fish has been busy this autumn. See our recent stories on its Depths cocktail menu and the return of Scary Fish on 31 October.

Sexy Fish Dubai: Details

• Where: Level 11, Innovation One, DIFC, Dubai
• Dinner: daily, from 6pm to 2am, as listed by the venue
• Lunch: Monday to Wednesday from 12pm to 4pm, Thursday and Friday from 12pm to 5pm, as listed by the venue
• Reservations: through the Book a Table link on the website, or call +971 4 381 9000
• Website: sexyfishdubai.me
• Instagram: @sexyfishdxb

Venue page: Sexy Fish Dubai, with key facts, offers and all our stories.

See also: Downtown Dubai and DIFC guide, Bars and nightlife in Dubai.

Image: courtesy of Sexy Fish Dubai.

In the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, the hotel ranked number 10 among the best hotels in the Middle East, with a guest satisfaction score of 94%. The ranking is voted for by readers of the travel publication.

The Awards

ME Dubai was named Dubai’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel at the World Travel Awards 2026. It has also retained One MICHELIN Key in the MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 hotel selection, a distinction awarded after evaluations by MICHELIN Guide inspectors.

On sustainability, the hotel has received the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp, Silver Tier, awarded by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism.

Arlette Richter-Picardo, General Manager of ME Dubai by Meliá, said: “To be recognised by Condé Nast Traveller readers, the MICHELIN Guide and the World Travel Awards is an incredible honour for our entire team.”

About the Hotel

ME by Meliá Dubai is a 5-star hotel in the Burj Khalifa district, inside the Opus building designed by the late Zaha Hadid. The hotel says it is the only one designed both externally and internally by Hadid. It has 93 rooms and 13 residences.

Dining options include Central Restaurant, which the hotel manages, alongside The Maine, ROKA, Salmon Guru and Le Relais de L’Entrecôte. Other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a wellness centre and spa, a 7,000 sq ft fitness centre and a kids’ club.

See also: ME by Meliá Dubai Sets Out Its February Offer: Iftar, Spa Treatments, and Cabana Days, ME by Meliá Dubai Opens Rooftop Iftar for Ramadan 2026 and more hotel and hospitality news.

This Pinktober, Grazer at Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai is turning pink for a purpose with the launch of a limited-edition Pink Menu in support of Al Jalila Foundation.

Available until 31 October 2026, the month-long initiative invites guests to sip, savour and give back, with 25% of sales from the Pink Menu, excluding applicable taxes and fees, donated to Al Jalila Foundation.

Created especially for Pinktober, the menu features a selection of vibrant pink-inspired creations, including three refreshing drinks, three pastries and three savoury dishes. Pink drinks and pastries are priced at AED 30 each, while savoury dishes are available à la carte from AED 55 to AED 75.

Adding another touch of pink to the experience, guests who wear pink while dining at Grazer will receive 10% off their total bill, encouraging diners to show their support while enjoying the specially curated menu with friends and family.

Open daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Grazer welcomes families and younger guests to take part in the initiative, with children also able to order from the Pink Menu at the same prices.

Through the Pinktober campaign, Grazer and Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai aim to turn an everyday dining experience into an opportunity to give back, bringing the community together over good food and a meaningful cause throughout October.

Grazer Pinktober Menu: Details

• When: Until 31 October 2026; open daily, 8am to 11pm
• Where: Grazer, Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai
• Price: Pink drinks and pastries AED 30 each; savoury dishes AED 55 to AED 75
• Offer: 25% of Pink Menu sales go to Al Jalila Foundation; 10% off the bill for guests who wear pink

See also: our Downtown Dubai and DIFC guide, It’s Back: Ignite Pink is Punk 2026 and more hotel and hospitality news.

As the UAE’s cooler evenings arrive, Strawfire by Ross Shonhan is welcoming the al fresco season with a dining experience centred around fire, flavour and the art of Japanese-inspired cooking. Set within the iconic Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, the restaurant’s outdoor terrace, Terasu Lounge, invites guests to settle in for relaxed evenings of bold cuisine, signature cocktails and open-air dining.

Ross Shonhan’s signature approach to Japanese cuisine is bold, vibrant and designed to keep you coming back for more. Start with the Prawn Toast, soft yet rich, layered with seaweed and okonomiyaki sauce, and topped with bonito flakes that dance as you cut into it. The Avocado Salad pairs feta cheese, crispy gyoza skin and sudachi dressing for an unexpected mix of taste and texture, while the Spaghetti Mentaiko, with seaweed and a silky butter-cream sauce, is rich and comforting. The Hand Rolls bring together quality ingredients, delicate layers and satisfying crunch, prepared tableside for an interactive element that makes the experience all the more special.

Pair the evening with a signature cocktail, from the refreshing St. Basil, with Roku gin, St-Germain, basil and Ruinart champagne, to the Sesame Negroni, a Japanese-inspired take on the classic with Roku gin, sesame, Campari and miso.

With great food, signature cocktails and an elegant outdoor setting, there’s no better time to experience Strawfire al fresco.

Opening Hours: 

Daily,  6 – 11:30pm
Reservations: Strawfire by Ross Shonhan
Instagram: @strawfireabudhabi

Strawfire at Terasu Lounge: Details

• When: Daily, 6pm to 11:30pm
• Where: Strawfire by Ross Shonhan, Terasu Lounge, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
• Instagram: @strawfireabudhabi

See also: best Japanese and sushi restaurants in Dubai, bars and nightlife in Dubai and more hotel and hospitality news.

One&Only The Palm is welcoming Casea 101 by Yannick Alléno, a new waterfront restaurant inspired by the flavours, energy and easygoing social rhythm of the Riviera. Opening on 19 October 2026, it pairs Italian coastal cooking with Mediterranean ingredients in a setting made for long lunches, golden hours and evenings that unfold at their own pace.

Whether it’s a lazy lunch with friends, a late afternoon gathering, sunset drinks, dinner or one last cocktail, Casea 101 is designed to suit however the day goes. Set right on the waterfront, it brings the spirit of the Riviera to Dubai with warmth, spontaneity and effortless refinement.

Casea 101 by Yannick Alléno: Details

• Opening date: 19 October 2026
• Location: One&Only The Palm, Dubai
• Opening hours: Daily, 12:30pm to 10:30pm (last dinner seating)
• Reservations: SevenRooms
• Telephone: +971 (0) 44 40 10 10

See also: best Italian restaurants in Dubai, New Restaurants and Openings in Dubai: October 2026, our Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm Jumeirah guide and L’Abysse Dubai to Open at One&Only The Palm on 19 October.

Following the restaurants in Paris, Monaco and Osaka, the Dubai outpost is an intimate 34-seat space. It brings together Japanese craftsmanship, the close connection between sushi master and guest, and Alléno’s Cuisine of Time, all in a setting shaped by precision, artistry and discovery. The opening marks the latest chapter in Alléno’s international culinary journey.

L’Abysse Dubai: Details

• Opening date: 19 October 2026
• Location: One&Only The Palm, Dubai
• Opening hours: 6:30pm to 7:30pm (last seating), closed every Tuesday
• Dress code: Casually elegant, with full-length trousers for men
• Reservations: SevenRooms
• Telephone: +971 (0) 44 40 10 10

See also: best Japanese and sushi restaurants in Dubai, New Restaurants and Openings in Dubai: October 2026, our Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm Jumeirah guide and Casea 101 by Yannick Alléno Opens at One&Only The Palm on 19 October.

Most UAE getaways come with a bustling lobby and a packed activity schedule. Naäma Beach Villas & Spa, on the Fujairah coastline, takes the opposite approach. It is an all-villa resort where privacy comes first, and every stay is built around space, serenity and time well spent.

A resort made entirely of villas

Naäma has no standard hotel rooms. Its 44 Pool and Beach Villas and Residences range from 325 sqm to 1,050 sqm, so there is room for couples, families and groups traveling together. Each villa has its own private pool, a Jacuzzi, a spacious terrace and open-air tropical showers. The effect is a private retreat that happens to have a resort around it.

A 24/7 villa butler is part of every stay. They handle everything from arrival to dining arrangements, so you don’t have to think about logistics.

The Four-Bedroom Pool Residence

For groups or multi-generational trips, the Four-Bedroom Pool Residence with ocean views is the standout. It’s a destination within a destination, with a private pool, a dedicated butler and tailored experiences. It suits families and friends who want to stay under one roof without giving up comfort or privacy.

Merana Spa: restoration, front and center

The resort is deliberately peaceful. There is no kids’ club or creche, which keeps the focus on escapism and recovery, so it appeals most to couples seeking serenity and to families who value comfort and fine dining over children’s entertainment.

Merana Spa anchors that approach. It has six treatment rooms, separate male and female relaxation areas, Moroccan and Turkish hammams and a dedicated wellness centre. Atelier Hair & Nail Salon covers grooming, and the programme extends to yoga, fitness and longevity-focused wellness. For the more active, there are sunrise yoga sessions, a padel court and a tennis court.

Dining, from the beach to your villa

Naäma has five dining venues:

• Aseelah Restaurant
• Amara Bar
• Nafoura
• Rimal Azur Beach & Pool
• Sakura

Dining can also move into the villa. Private in-villa menus can be arranged for a romantic dinner or a family-style feast, shaped around your preferences. Meal plans are flexible: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board.

Who it’s for

Naäma suits travellers who want quiet over spectacle: couples marking an occasion, families who prefer one generous villa to adjoining rooms, and groups who want to share a private space. For UAE residents, it offers a weekend escape that feels far from the usual routine.

Plan your stay

Current offers and villa details are available at naamavillas.com. Follow the resort on Instagram at @naamabeachvillasspa.

Naama Beach Villas & Spa: Details

• Where: Naäma Beach Villas & Spa, Fujairah coastline, UAE
• Stay: 44 Pool and Beach Villas and Residences, with a butler for each stay and Merana Spa
• Book: current offers and villa details at naamavillas.com
• Instagram: @naamabeachvillasspa

See also: Finolhu Maldives Resort Launches Valentine’s Day Offer with Villa Savings, JA Manafaru Offers Eid al-Fitr Island Retreat Package in the Maldives with Five Nights for the Price of Four and more hotel and hospitality news.