New Year's recovery special

Beachcombers
If you’re feeling pretty partied out, what could be more soothing than listening to the gentle lapping of the Arabian Gulf as you select from a menu of mouthwatering Pan-Asian dishes, all of which will leave you feeling refreshed and ready for the New Year ahead.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel,  Dubai | Daily 7.30am-12pm | 04 348 0000

Calabar
This vibrant and always buzzing bar is chic enough to stand out against fierce competition in a city with more bars than it  knows what to do with. Luckily, it’s also informal enough to be the perfect spot to chill over a cocktail or stick to your January detox resolution (for one day at least!) and sip on some of their signature homemade ice teas as you sit back in one of their impossible-to-get-out-of bean bags on the terrace, with Burj Khalifa views.
The Address Downtown Dubai | 6pm-2.30am | 04 436 8888

Barasti
More than just a beach bar, Barasti is a total Dubai institution where you’ll find up-for-it crowds every night of the week and hungry punters looking to tuck into one of their filling pub-grub dinners. But don’t forget that this hotspot opens at 11am, which makes the sofas and day beds downstairs the perfect spot to while away a lazy New Year’s Day day by the sea.
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai | Daily 11am-2am | 04 399 3333

Jeema
Escape the hectic pace of the city and kick 2012 off in style at the New Year’s Day lunch at Hatta Fort’s relaxing Jeema restaurant. Take in breathtaking views of the Hajar Mountains as you enjoy a delicious lunch spread, where you can indulge in a selection of international delights, and start the New Year at a slower pace.
Hatta Fort Hotel, Dubai | January 1, 12.30pm-3pm |  04 809 9333

360˚
If you’re not brought back to life by sinking back into one of their comfy sofas and enjoying a good dose of the sea breeze at 360˚, as you listen to the soothing chill-out beats from the resident DJ and sip on one of the bar’s refreshing beverages, you might just be beyond help.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai | Sun-Thu 5pm-2am; Fri-Sat  5pm-3am | 04 406 8999

Aspen Café
Spend the day in this warm and casual but chic café and enjoy an impressive international brunch, which will include the venue’s trademark deli delights and hot drinks to help you revive after a full-on festive season. Catch up with your friends after New Year’s Eve, as you indulge in everything from filling sandwiches to tempting desserts.
Kempinski Hotel, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai | January 1, 12pm-4pm | 04 409 5999
Cost Dh195

Bahri Bar
Make sure you bag yourself a terrace table at the popular Mina A’Salam bar, where you can enjoy great views of the Burj Al Arab. With some mellow jazz in the background, Bahri is the perfect place to arrange to meet up with pals on January 1, to swap fun stories from your New Year’s Eves. Plus, the delicious mezze dishes on offer are always a treat.
Mina A’Salam, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai | Sun-Wed 5pm-2am; Thu-Fri 4pm-3am | 04 366 6730

Fountain
Sometimes the only way to blow away the cobwebs is with a slap-up breakfast, to get you ready to face the day (and year!) ahead. Get yourself to Movenpick’s Fountain restaurant for all the brunch treats you could desire, from sausage, bacon and eggs, to a buffet of desserts to give you a much-needed sugar fix.
Movenpick, Bur Dubai | January 1, 11am-3pm | 04 336 6000
Cost Dh125

Na3Na3

To round off the New Year’s celebrations, Na3Na3 is opening its doors for a Lazy Breakfast, that will taste as good as it sounds. The healthy spread will feature a huge array of breakfast treats, just perfect to tuck into as you enjoy chill-out music and recover from a very busy
festive season.
The Address Dubai Mall, Dubai; January 1, 7.30am-1pm 
 04 888 3444
Cost Dh159