The start of a new week is just another opportunity to explore the wide culinary scene in Dubai.
Home to so many nationalities and cuisines, there is never a shortage of amazing restaurants to try out, from afternoon teas to business lunches.
Connector is here to make finding places to dine at easy, with a roundup of spots to check out around Dubai.
Afternoon Tea at The Royal Tearoom
The Royal Tearoom at Atlantis The Royal has launched two amazing afternoon tea experiences, available daily. The Emirati afternoon tea, priced at Dhs 440 for two people will offer diners delicious Arabic treats including luqaimat, khanfaroosh and halawet el jibn. The signature afternoon tea for Dhs 560 for two people includes finger food from smoked turkey with black truffle, chocolate and almond cake, and candy tomato tart.
www.atlantis.com
Kilomeater at Olea
Olea at Kempinski Mall of the Emirates is offering a one-of-a-kind experience with the kilomeater. Available daily from 12.30pm for lunch and dinner, the kilomeater is a 1.5-metre kofta or kebab skewer, served with a selection of mezze and drinks, for Dhs 225 a person.
Brunch at The Irish Village
The Irish Village in Al Garhoud and Studio One Hotel, Studio City, has launched a brilliant brunch. Every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm, delight in unlimited drinks and starters, as well as a main dish and dessert from the menu. Live entertainment will also be held, with Aston Wylie playing at Al Garhoud, and Kara Gray at Studio One Hotel. Prices start at Dhs 175 for one person.
www.theirishvillage.com
Business Lunch at At.mosphere
Delight in a lovely pick-me-up during the week with a spectacular business lunch and view at At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa. Running every Monday to Friday from noon to 2.30pm, opt between two or three-course meals with dishes including wild sea bass, Wagyu croquettes and Parisian flan. Prices for the two-course menu are set at Dhs 250 and Dhs 300 for three courses.
www.atmosphereburjkhalifa.com
Chef's Tasting Menu at Trèsind
Tuck into tasty Indian cuisine at Trèsind at One and Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Marina. The Chef's tasting menu, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus, offers an amuse bouche, chaat, starters, palate cleanser, main courses and desserts including cannoli samosa, jackfruit kofta and paan cotton candy. Prices start at Dhs 550.
056-4209754
Pinsa Slice of the Day at Piazza
Piazza at JLT Cluster F is making the month of July one to remember. The offer serves diners a slice of pinsa with the flavour of the day including pesto chicken pinsa, Mexicana pinsa, kheema pinsa, verde pinsa and more. A slice of vegetarian pinsa is set at Dhs 9, and Dhs 13 for a non-vegetarian pinsa.
04-3957699
Bastille Day at Brasserie Boulud
Brasserie Boulud at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Umm Hurair 2, is marking Bastille Day on 14 July from 7pm to 10.30pm. Relish in delicious French cuisine with live food stations, desserts and drinks. Prices start from Dhs 295.
04-2814020
Afternoon Tea at Ladurée
Make the most of the day with a decadent afternoon tea at Ladurée at Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Hills Mall and Dubai Festival City Mall. From Monday, 10 July from 10am to 3pm, sip on drinks and savour in dishes including mini burgers, salmon bagels and macarons. Prices are set at Dhs 129 for two people.
www.laduree.ae
SubMelts at Subway
Subway with multiple branches around Dubai has launched a new SubMelts menu, perfect for when the hunger kicks in. Tuck into delicious cheesy subs with options including the big cheese steak, chicken and mushroom supreme, dynamite chicken and bella mozzarella.
www.subwayarabia.com
Two Pret A Manger Branches Open
Pret A Manger, the delicious UK-based food and organic coffee chain, has opened two new branches in Dubai at Index Mall, DIFC and Bay Avenue Mall, Business Bay. While at the outlets, delight in delicacies including chicken sausage and egg brioche, chicken Caesar baguettes, smashed avocado open sandwich, chicken tikka salad bowl and more.
www.pret.com
Queen B Pizza at Pitfire Pizza
Pitfire Pizza in JLT, Arjan and Souk Al Bahar has launched a new pizza, sure to wow the tastebuds. The 10-inch Queen B Pizza is made with a tomato sauce base, chopped cherry tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze and creamy burrata. Prices start at Dhs 65.
www.pitfiredubai.ae
BBQ Night at Al Dhiyafa Grand Kitchen
Make the most of a wonderful barbeque night at Al Dhiyafa Grand Kitchen at Habtoor Grand Resort. Every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, tuck into delicious grills served right to the table, while taking in the view of the beach. Prices are set at Dhs 195 per person.
050-7806342
Business Lunch at Torno Subito
Torno Subito at W Dubai - The Palm, the Michelin starred restaurant, is offering an exquisite business lunch offer. Available from Sunday to Friday from 12.30pm to 3pm, delight in delicious Italian dishes including pollo fritto, vitello tonnato, tagliatella al ragu and tiramisubito. Prices for the two-course menu are set at Dhs 125, and Dhs 145 for the three-course meal.
www.tornosubitodubai.com
Friday Asian Nights at 365 Restaurant
365 Restaurant at Novotel Al Barsha is making every Friday from 7pm to 11.30pm a fun one for diners. Delight in a wide array of Asian dishes including Korean barbeque, sesame Thai beef and tempura. Prices are set at Dhs 160 per person.
056-9994822
Allo Beirut Branch Opens
Allo Beirut, the popular Lebanese restaurant, has opened its 7th branch in the UAE at Motor City. With its warm ambience, the restaurant serves a variety of tasty dishes to relish in such as grilled meat, manakish, sandwiches and platters. The restaurant is open from 7am to midnight.
www.allobeirutstreetfood.com