Best Things To Do This Week Oct 3rd – Oct 10th
Looking for plans this week? From new brunches, afterparties and hands-on workshops, this list is packed with ways to fill your calendar. Here’s where to eat, drink and explore over the coming few days.
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Strawfire, Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi Review and Exclusive Interview with Chef Ross Shonhan
I recently visited Strawfire, the restaurant by Chef Ross Shonhan, which opened in 2024 at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi.
Strawfire takes its name and philosophy from warayaki, a style of Japanese cooking over straw flames. Chef Ross first came across the method during his travels to Shikoku Island in southern Japan, where rice straw is used to infuse a distinctive campfire flavour. Traditionally reserved for a few regional dishes, Strawfire takes the technique further, using it to bring out character in a wider range of ingredients.
Review: Konjiki Hototogisu at Palm Jumeirah Mall
Konjiki Hototogisu, the Michelin-starred ramen house from Tokyo, has opened its second branch in the UAE at the Palm Jumeirah Mall (formerly Nakheel Mall). The Mall of the Emirates outlet already holds a Bib Gourmand, along with garnering rave reviews. I wanted to see how the new location would measure up. (Spoiler: it absolutely did).
Things To Do This September in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Final stretch, UAE! As September winds down, the Emirates are buzzing with things to do. Whether you're a serious foodie, a parent looking for a fun activity, or just someone who loves a great night out, there's something to cap off the month.
Review: The Chef’s Brunch 2.0 at Giornotte The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi
I had the chance to attend the opening of The Chef’s Brunch 2.0 at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal and if there’s ever been a definition of being spoilt for choice, this is it. With 39 different stations, including 18 new concepts, it’s not the kind of brunch you can breeze through in an hour. My best advice? Arrive on time and stay until the end, it’s the only way to pace yourself and properly enjoy everything on offer.
Things To Do in Dubai & Abu Dhabi This Week 20th Sep – 26th Sep
Summer may be coming to an end (can we get a collective hallelujah), but the UAE’s buzzing social scene is showing no signs of slowing down. We bring you this week’s pick of the best things to do in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, from indulgent breakfasts to elegant dinners and everything in between.
10 Exciting Things To Try in Dubai This Week
Dubai is never short on experiences and this week is no exception. From exciting new restaurant openings to staycation offers and creative foodie concepts, here’s our pick of the best things to do in Dubai.
A Feast Fit for Onam: Experience with the Grand Sadhya at Accor’s Dubai Hotels
Until now, I’d only had a brush with Onam through friends and the occasional glimpse of pookalam designs online. Associating it with tradition, colour and the aroma of sambar bubbling away somewhere close. I’d always wanted to experience the Sadhya…
In Conversation with Chef Nick Alvis: UAE Homegrown Chef and partner of The Beam
When Chef Nick Alvis moved to Dubai over a decade ago, the city’s dining scene looked very different from what it is today. Since then, he has become one of the most influential names in Dubai’s homegrown restaurant movement, shaping…
Emirati Women’s Day 2025: Where to Celebrate Across the UAE
From Michelin-starred afternoon teas to glow-in-the-dark art nights and curated set menus, this Emirati Women’s Day brings an exciting lineup of experiences across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Here’s your guide to venues honouring the women of the UAE. Dining Experiences…