The best places to drink and dine in Dubai this week: 13 to 19 June
Dine with celebrity chefs, enjoy mixology masterclasses or brunch until your heart’s content.
Monday 13 June 2022
Party with British Rapper Eugy
Following the successful first instalment of Hip-Hop Motive at Playroom, where Rich the Kid took to the stage, Eugy will be bringing his unique style to Soho Garden Dubai. The singer, rapper and songwriter started as a grime MC before moving into the AfroBeats genre. He hit the big time with his 2016 single “Dance With Me”, a collaboration with Mr Eazi. DJs Kendrick Chance and Black Arab will accompany him on the night to continue the party all night long. Monday 13 June, from 10pm.
GO: Visit sohogardendxb.com for reservations and more information.
Tuesday 14 June 2022
Try a new afternoon tea from Chef Vineet Bhatia
Aspen by Kempinski at Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates has introduced a sophisticated afternoon tea in collaboration with Chef Vineet Bhatia. The five-course set menu features English asparagus and cheddar cheese rolls, smoked salmon with dill and cream cheese, and mini lobster brioche rolls. Guests will also indulge in sweet treats, including chocolate perfection pie and British classics like warm scones with strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream, shortbread cookies, lychee rose sorbet and sticky toffee pudding. Available daily, from 3pm to 6pm. AED 350.
GO: Call 04 409 5004 for reservations and more information.
Wednesday 15 June 2022
Become a mixology master at this juniper masterclass
The FACT award-winning MASTI will host another of its popular cocktail masterclasses this week. Hosted by Nicolas Koumbarakis, guests will learn the art of blending exotic edible fragrances to create unique juniper-based beverages that can be paired with Masti’s Indian-inspired dishes. With space for just 20 participants, guests can try out three different spirits and create their own unique masterpieces. Wednesday 15 June, from 7pm. AED 350 per person.
GO: Email reservations@mastidubai.com for reservations and more information.
Thursday 16 June 2022
Dine with Chef Hidemasa Yamamoto
Newly-opened Japanese restaurant, Hidemasa will offer an exclusive chef’s table hosted by acclaimed chef Hidemasa Yamamoto. Diners can look forward to a one-of-a-kind experience with dishes such as soba noodles caviar with virgin olive oil, soy dashi broth, sashimi on ice, and a main course platter of marinated black cod and a selection of sushi. Chef Yamamoto will end each evening with a show-stopping green tea chocolate fondant. Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 June. AED 1,000 per person.
GO: Email info@dolcehospitality.com or call 04 250 9459 for reservations or more information.
Friday 17 June 2022
Enjoy an audacious four-hands dinner at Al Serkal Avenue
Dubai’s Al Quoz district is at the forefront of all things trendy, so it’s no surprise that Le Guépard will be hosting a Four Hands Dinner over two nights this week. The whimsical French brasserie and private-dining restaurant presents a delectable line-up of courses from Omar Dhiab and Le Guépard’s in-house chef, Yanis Yahoui. Working in unison, the experiential dinner will provide a culinary playground for the two chefs to express their individuality whilst taking diners on an immersive journey. Thursday 16 and Friday 17 June. AED 600 per person.
GO: Visit https://checkout.stripe.com for reservations and more information.
Saturday 18 June 2022
Participate in a Top Gun-themed brunch
To celebrate the release of the new Top Gun: Maverick movie McGettigan’s at Souk Madinat Jumeirah will host a one-of-a-kind Top Gun-themed brunch. Channel your inner Maverick with a themed photo booth and costumes that will transport you to the cockpit, alongside a paper aeroplane competition to put your engineering skills to the test. There will also be a live band, unlimited beverages, your favourite pub grub and prizes for the best dressed. Saturday 18 June, from 1pm to 5pm. AED 299 (house beverages) and AED 349 (premium beverages).
GO: Visit www.mcgettigans.com for reservations and more information.
Sunday 19 June 2022
Try the new brunch at folly
With its stunning Madinat Jumeirah views, contemporary ingredient-led restaurant folly has launched a new weekend brunch. With each course served to the table, starters include green peas served with crème fraiche, wasabi and chervil; brioche topped with wild mushrooms and smoked hollandaise, crispy hens egg with pancetta and maple syrup. The main event will serve up a flame-grilled sirloin with root vegetables, while dessert lovers can choose from a blood orange cheesecake, the chocolate and milk or the delicious strawberries and vanilla to finish. Brunch is complimented with live music from local band Big Mouth. Saturdays and Sundays, from 1pm to 4pm. AED 250 (soft beverages), AED 295 (house beverages) and AED 350 (sparkling).
GO: Visit https://folly.ae or call 04 430 8535 for reservations and more information.
