9 things to do this weekend in Dubai

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TRESIND X TORNO SUBITO: Chef Himanshu Saini of Trèsind Studio and Chef Bernardo Paladini of Dubai’s Torno Subito are joining forces on September 18 for a one-night-only collaborative dinner. Diners will be treated to a selection of brand new dishes from Saini and Massimo Bottura protégé, Paladini, plus twists on recent favourites. Diners can book their seat at this unique dining event for Dh595 per person with limited seats available at 6.30pm and 9.30pm. Image Credit: Supplied by Tresind

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FLOATING COUPLE SUNDOWNERS: Why not enjoy sundowners in style by luxuriating around the pool at the Park Hyatt Dubai, with your own floating basket filled with light bites & bubbles. The package includes access to the Amara Pool and two rounds of bubbly with light bites for Dh550 per couple. For an additional Dh400, you can enjoy a 30-minute couple treatment of your choice. This offer takes place daily from 2pm to 6pm. Image Credit: Supplied

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TIME OUT MARKET: For the first time, Dubai’s only editorially curated food and cultural market, Time Out Market in Souk Al Bahar opens for weekend breakfast/brunch kicking off this Friday, September 17 and Saturday September, 18 from 10am to 1pm – with over 25 brand-new dishes, the city’s best-value Champagne, and with reservations accepted. Moving away from package deals and embracing à la carte, over 25 brand-new, exclusive, breakfast inspired dishes across the 17 homegrown concepts from award-winning chefs and restaurateurs are on offer, priced from Dh32 to D75. Continuing the Market’s commitment to the city’s best-value bar offering, premium Champagne is available by the glass for only AED45 over breakfast, making it the most affordable glass of real French bubbles in Dubai. Live entertainment for the whole family, adults and children alike changes every weekend showcasing musical performances, and kids’ arts & crafts booths. Bespoke dishes include BB Social Dining’s twist on eggs Benedict with toasted bao buns and fresh black truffle, Local Fire by The Mattar Farm’s brisket burnt ends, and Pickl’s staggering breakfast bap. Those with a sweet tooth can indulge in Long Teng’s creamy egg custard buns, Nightjar’s crème brûlée pancakes, and Scoopi’s banana and peanut butter waffles. Image Credit: Supplied

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REIF LAUNCHES A NEW BREAKFAST MENU: Reif Japanese Kushiyaki has just launched Asagohan, a Japanese morning breakfast meal available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from September, 16 running from 8.30am until 3pm to meet demand from late risers. The menu showcases a mix of savoury and sweet Far Eastern-inspired breakfast dishes, alongside European classics – all boasting Reif’s unconventional twist. Some examples include tamago (egg) sando with milk bread and tonkatsu sauce; monkey bread with kaya jam and salted butter; galette with a selection of fillings such as cheese, walnuts and honey; and Reif Benedict with steamed buns, shiso-cured salmon and yuzu kosho hollandaise. All bread and buns are baked daily inhouse, with a special kids sando also on offer. Prices range from Dh25 to Dh70. Meanwhile, Reif’s trademark desserts including mini versions of the Instagram-famous ‘toilet roll’ lemon and yuzu cake are available all day for dine-in, takeaway and delivery through Deliveroo. Image Credit: Supplied

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CELEBRATE NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY: In celebration of National Cheeseburger Day, groups of friends can enjoy the limited offer running for two weeks to keep the celebrations going at Joe’s Backyard Gastropub, Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse. For Dh95, foodies can get the combo which includes a juicy burger and a house beverage. Joe’s Backyard Gastropub is a fun and welcoming hangout spot serving the very best comfort food to devour while kicking back with friends and enjoying some friendly competition around the foosball table, pool table or darts board. Sports fans can also enjoy a whole host of live events on the multiple screens, ideal when paired with a house beverage in-hand. The offer kicks off Thursday, September 16 until – September 30 from 4pm Daily from 12pm till late. Image Credit: Supplied

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JAZZ FESTIVAL AT THE PANGOLIN: The much loved Sports City restaurant, The Pangolin are launching four months of live music in their live music festival lineup, starting this month, up until December. Launching this month is The Juniper & Jazz Festival, will focus on a selection of premium beverages. Guests are invited to join the festival starting on September 16 and 17 of September while enjoying live music from Katarina and the Jazz Band, singing classic jazz hits throughout the day to keep those toes tapping. Beverages are priced at Dh50 throughout the festival. Food from the new menu is all on offer, including dishes such as; a mixture of burgers, salads, pastas, seafood and meat from the Meat Room. Meatless options such as the Meatless Burger is a popular choice. From The Meat Room selection, guests are invited to choose three meats from a selection of such as; Beef chorizo, spiced cumin, beef salami and enjoy sides such as; mushroom croquettes, feta, cashews, olives, grapes and chili yoghurt for Dh149. Image Credit: Supplied

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McGettigan’s JLT HOSTS A ST. PATRICKS DAY PRACTISE BRUNCH: Celebrate all-things Irish with a full day of delicious food and beverage offerings, including pints of the Black Stuff, plenty of craic and of course the opportunity to ‘Get Your Green On’. Dig out your most iconic Irish outfits as dress up is not just encouraged, it’s expected! Feet will be tapping throughout the day to the incredible line-up of live entertainment featuring performances from Suckin’ Diesel, Boz Boz, The Tone Crew, and a live DJ set, and if four hours of fun isn’t enough, guests can stay on to enjoy Live DJ sets on the decks all evening long. Brunch takes place on Friday, September 17 from 12pm to 4pm and is priced at Dh199 for a soft beverage package and Dh299 for premium beverages. Image Credit: Supplied

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100 DAYS TO CHRISTMAS BRUNCH: Taking place on Friday, September 17 from 3pm to 8pm – exactly 100 days from Christmas Day – Hillhouse Brasserie, is inviting guests to embrace the start of the most wonderful time of the year with a fun-filled festive family feast. Serving up a mix of meat and vegetarian classics, the special menu includes an exciting mix of nibbles including Duck Liver Pâté with Toasted Sourdough, Duck Hook Scotch Egg with Homemade Piccalilli and Smoked Salmon and Crushed Avocado on Multigrain Bun. Mains include Wild Mushroom Risotto and Roast Turkey with Stuffing & Pigs in Blanket and Prime Rib Beef with Gravy – all served with all the classic trimmings including roast potatoes, honey roasted parsnips, butter carrots, braised red cabbage and love them or hate them, brussels sprouts. The festive feast ends on the sweetest of notes with an indulgent dessert selection including Christmas Pudding, Sticky Toffee Pudding, Chocolate Fudge Arctic Roll and Mince Pies. All perfectly paired with classic Christmas tunes from the house DJ and seasonal beverages. Brunch packages star from Dh195 including soft drinks, Dh370 including house beverages, Dh420 including bubbly and Dh95 for kids. Image Credit: Supplied

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CHECK OUT THE REEL CINEMA BRUNCH: Looking for a perfect way to spend the Friday Address Dubai Marina’s The Brunch is the right mix of great food, drinks, and a movie. If you’re the kind of person who thinks great food and a great movie is the perfect Friday recipe, the Address Dubai Marina’s new brunch is the brunch for you. The offering includes great food, beverages, games for kids, lots of dessert and complimentary movie tickets to the Reel Cinemas. The family friendly brunch will be hosted every Friday at Address Dubai Marina’s newly opened, ‘The Restaurant’ from 1pm to 4pm. Starting at Dh225 for adults and Dh125 for kids. Inspired by the Reel Cinemas theme, there will be lots of Classic cinema dishes– think popcorn, nachos along with warm melted cheese, juicy sliders and much more. Additionally, a themed children’s corner is sure to wow the little ones. Image Credit: Supplied

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