Here is your definitive guide to making the most of Dubai this weekend.
Try Cucina’s New Italian Menu at Palm West Beach
Cucina brings a fresh chapter to Palm West Beach with a completely revamped menu by Chef Marco Deriu and General Manager Emanuele Rizzo. The new dishes reflect Marco’s Sardinian roots and regional flavours from across Italy, moving between rustic comfort and refined flair. Expect plates like Battuto di Manzo with crisp pane carasau, a bright Prosciutto e Melone salad, handmade pasta filled with creamy cacio e pepe, and deeply comforting Polpette della Nonna. The updated drinks list, crafted by Beverage Manager Rafael Coelho, adds inventive Negroni variations, playful Spritzes and signature cocktails inspired by Italy’s timeless bar culture. It’s an easy pick for anyone in the mood for a relaxed Italian lunch or a buzzy dinner by the beach.
For reservations, call +971 (4) 666 1408, email reservations@cucinathepalm.com or visit cucinathepalm.com
Step Inside Himitsu for a Secret Omakase Experience
Tucked inside ALBA at Dubai Opera Plaza, the red-lit speakeasy is offering two chef-led tastings that blur the line between dinner and performance.
The Classic Omakase runs Thursday to Sunday with eight courses that shift nightly based on what’s in season. Nothing is revealed in advance, and each dish arrives as a surprise, paired with mocktails or cocktails. Guests wrap up the night with a small keepsake, a postcard to jot down the dishes they uncovered, which makes the whole experience all the more memorable.
For something rarer, Himitsu’s monthly Siberia Is Hot tasting brings the stark, icy landscapes of Chef Vladimir Chistyakov’s native Krasnoyarsk to life. This once-a-month, intimate eight-seat tasting showcases European culinary techniques blended with the subtlety of Asian cuisine.
Price: Packages start from AED 450
For reservations, visit himitsu.metafoodiesgroup.com
Join Smoki Moto’s Hands-On Kimchi Masterclass
Smoki Moto is turning Kimchi Day into a full afternoon celebration and it’s one of the most fun culinary workshops happening in Dubai this weekend. On Saturday, the Korean steakhouse’s chef team will guide a small group through the traditional art of kimchi-making, from salting the cabbage to seasoning, fermenting and understanding why this staple carries so much cultural weight in Korea.
The three-hour session opens with a signature kimchi cocktail, followed by a hands-on lesson using authentic ingredients before everyone brings their fresh batch to the table to create a Kimchi Bibimbap. Each guest leaves with their own 300g jar to ferment at home, along with bragging rights for mastering one of Korea’s most iconic dishes.
With only 15 spots available and a price of AED 195, it’s a great pick if you’re looking for something interactive, flavour-packed and genuinely memorable this weekend.
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Price: AED 195 per person
For reservations, email reservations@smokimotodubai.com or call +971 4 666 1430
Brasserie Boulud: Saturday Brunch à La Française
Experience Dubai’s newest Saturday brunch with live chef stations, a jazz duo and the signature “ring for oysters” throughout the afternoon. Savour French classics including Steak Tartare, Escargot, Filet de Boeuf Rossini, Roulade de Sole au Caviar and finish with Crêpes Suzette or Tarte Tatin. Families can enjoy complimentary access to AstroKids Club for children aged 4-12.
Where: Brasserie Boulud, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk – 2nd Floor
Time: Saturdays, 1pm- 4pm
Price: Mocktail Package – AED 345, House Beverage Package – AED 495, Champagne Package – AED 695, Kids (6-11 years) – AED 175
For reservations, call +971 4 281 4111 or email dine.dubaitheobelisk@sofitel.com
Soirée launches Neo Soul Jazz Nights
The Manhattan-inspired bar inside Zaha Hadid’s Opus Tower has launched a weekly experience built around live music, craft cocktails and that cosy, dim-lit atmosphere Soirée does so well. The night starts with Florie, the Dubai jazz duo known for their warm, soulful sets, performing from 8 PM to10 PM before the resident DJ shifts the room into a late-night groove.
Alongside the music, there’s a fresh cocktail lineup created around the night’s neo-soul energy. Wine lovers can also explore the rotating Wine Flight of the Week, a sommelier-led tasting of four biodynamic picks from their eclectic list. If you’re after a plan that blends good music, good drinks and an easy vibe, this is one to lock in.
Time: 5PM – 2AM
For reservations: call +971 55 413 6648 or email reservations@soireedxb.com
Try Shake Shack’s Limited-Edition White Truffle Menu
Shake Shack’s most hyped launch of the year has landed and it’s easily one of the most indulgent drops of the season. The White Truffle Menu brings the luxury of fine dining into a fast-casual setting, featuring a truffle sauce made with aromatic white truffle, the rare ingredient chefs call “the king of the mushroom kingdom.” The star of the menu is the White Truffle Burger, built with a 100% Angus beef patty, Emmental, crispy shallots and that rich truffle sauce tucked into a toasted potato bun.
The lineup continues with a White Truffle Chicken sandwich, a vegetarian Truffle Shroom packed with molten cheese, and Parmesan Fries drizzled with truffle sauce. Two sparkling mocktails and a festive Gingerbread Shake round out the seasonal release. If you’ve been waiting for a reason to treat yourself, this limited-time menu is it and it’s available across Shake Shack locations until early January.
Try the Pronto Menu at Armani/Caffe
Guests can choose between a two-course menu for AED 155 or a full three-course experience for AED 195, with classic Italian dishes served in the brand’s signature refined setting. Starters range from creamy burrata to minestrone, fritto misto and pappa al pomodoro, followed by mains like risotto ai funghi, penne arrabbiata, tagliatelle alla bolognese and a crisp Margherita pizza. There’s also grilled salmone and the Galletto for something a bit heartier.
Dessert keeps things traditional with options like torta al miele, strawberry tartelletta and a rich 100% cioccolato.
Price: AED 155 per person for a two-course meal, AED 195 per person for a three-course meal
For reservations, call +971 4 362 7888 or visit @armanicaffe.dubai
Unwind with a Winter Afternoon Tea at Address Downtown
This weekend, treat yourself to the best seat in the city for afternoon tea at The Lobby Lounge, Address Downtown. With the Burj Khalifa glittering right outside, you can settle into a setting that feels both luxurious and intimate. The menu is an artful journey of taste, starting with savoury showstoppers like the Canadian Lobster Cocktail garnished with caviar and the subtle layers of the Asparagus Tartelette. Follow that with warm, fresh scones and charming sweets before finishing with your choice of tea. At AED 195 per person, this is the ideal way to say sayonara to the weekend.
Time: Daily 3 to 7 PM
Price: AED 195 per person inclusive of soft beverages
For reservations, call+971 4 436 8888 or email dineatdowntown@addresshotels.com
