7 amazing things to do in Dubai this week: 11 to 17 July
MICHELIN-approved meals, big brunches and live music nights are just some of the amazing things on offer in Dubai this week.
Monday 11 July 2022
Enjoy a MICHELIN-approved lunch
Recently recognised by the MICHELIN Guide, Tàn Chá inside JW Marriott Marquis is now open for lunch. Enjoy a communal meal with colleagues, family or friends while sharing popular dishes, including prawn and scallop silk soup, spring rolls, Peking duck and smoked crispy skin chicken. At Tàn Chá, the sensory experience doesn’t stop with the food because artist Grégoire A. Meyer elevates the ambience with his awe-inspiring digital artworks, which light up the rooms. Available daily, from 1pm to 3pm. AED 120 per person (two courses and soup) or AED 170 per person (three courses and soup).
GO: Visit https://tanchadubai.com for reservations and more information.
Tuesday 12 July 2022
Discover your inner dragon
Fire up your Tuesday night at 9 Dragons, a new weekly event at Palm Jumeirah’s Pan-Asian restaurant and lounge, Wazuzhu. 9 Dragons takes diners on a culinary journey through Asia with a selection of dishes and beverages inspired by Chinese, Japanese and Thai traditions. The menu features Sumiyaki wagyu beef, sashimi trio, Japanese chicken gyoza, salmon maki roll and truffle mushroom bao. Tuesdays, from 7pm to 11pm AED 235 (ladies) and AED 275 (gents).
GO: Visit www.wazuzhu.com for reservations and more information.
Wednesday 13 July 2022
Dine on Italian delights at this MICHELIN star restaurant
Massimo Bottura’s Torno Subito has launched a new set menu on the back of its recent MICHELIN recognition. LAB by Torno Subito features an ironic take on Italian food, including so-called classics such as the Hawaii pizza and cocktail di gamberi and curated beverages. End the night with a sweet panna cotta while enjoying the waterfront views. Wednesdays, from 8pm. AED 399 per person.
GO: Email tornosubitodubai@whotels.com or call 04 245 5800 for reservations and more information.
Thursday 14 July 2022
Enjoy the allure of Jazz Nights
Offering a world of luxury, The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm presents weekly jazz performances at The St. Regis Bar. Experience the rhythm of cheerful jazz harmonies with the exceptional in-house saxophonist whilst exploring a range of exquisite dishes paired with the signature Glitzy Mary beverage. Thursdays, from 7pm to 11pm. AED 120 minimum spend per person.
GO: Visit stregisdubaithepalm.com or call 04 218 0000 for reservations and more information.
Friday 15 July 2022
Relax at the world’s highest outdoor infinity pool
ZETA Seventy Seven at Address Beach Resort JBR has introduced a sky-high summer escape to help you beat the heat. Ideal for groups of up to seven people, enjoy a fully air-conditioned private cabana with access to the world’s highest outdoor infinity pool, which towers 293 meters above Dubai. Your ultimate daycation also includes light bites and signature beverages. Available daily from 12pm to 8:30pm. AED 7,777 (for groups of up to seven people).
GO: Visit www.addresshotels.com for reservations and more information.
Saturday 16 July 2022
Brunch on unconventional Japanese street food
Recently awarded the MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand, Reif Japanese Kushiyaki has launched its new “Buranchi” set menu. Chef Reif Othmans’s expansive brunch menu offers unlimited dishes of sashimi, nigiri, maki, gyoza, chicken kushi skewers and salads. Buranchi also features several original items not available on the a la carte menu, such as the braised Angus beef clay pot rice and ebi katsu sando, whilst the nasi lemak with fried chicken or fish and the omurice make a comeback. Brunch culminates with an Instagrmmable dessert platter. Available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from 12pm to 5pm. AED 238 per person.
GO: Email reservations@reifkushiyaki.com or call 050 235 7071 for reservations and more information.
Sunday 17 July 2022
Tuck into a new tasting menu
Netsu by Ross Shonhan at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, has introduced its ‘This is Netsu’ tasting menu for the summer. The Warayaki-style Japanese steakhouse – the first of its kind in Dubai and the largest outside of Japan – has curated a four-course menu of signature dishes, such as salmon and avocado shiso tacos, spicy wagyu hot stone rice, Korean fried chicken and mango kakigori mochi, This is Netsu is available Monday to Thursday until 31 August, from 6:30pm to 11:30pm. AED 350 per person (four courses).
GO: Visit www.mandarinoriental.com/netsu or call 04 777 2232 for reservations and more information.
