Our picks of the hottest happenings this weekend.
As you prepare for another weekend of fun in the sun, there is plenty of culinary excitement to keep your bellies full and your spirits high this weekend
Friday 10 October
Take a yoga class at Burj Al Arab
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab brings back its exclusive poolside yoga at SAL Beach Club. Led by internationally renowned instructor Adrienne Everett, the session pairs mindful movement with sunrise views and a gentle sea breeze. Her practice blends art and biophilia for a multi-sensory flow that leaves you refreshed and reset. Classes are limited to 25 guests for an intimate, restorative experience. Available on Friday, 10 October at 8:30am. AED 250 per person.
GO: Call 800 323 232 for reservations and more information.
See Mo Amer live in Dubai
Palestinian-American comedian and Netflix favourite Mo Amer returns to Dubai Comedy Festival for a doubleheader at Dubai Opera. It is a homecoming of sorts for the sharp-tongued stand-up, who made his Dubai debut at the same festival in 2020. Expect fresh material, deeper stories and that signature swagger across two back-to-back shows in one of the city’s most intimate venues. The 9pm show has already sold out, but there are still limited tickets left for the 6pm set.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for tickets and more information.
Check out Taste of SLS
Ready to party in the sky? Dance above the clouds with TUJAMO at Privilege, the 75th-floor nightclub at SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences. From 7pm until late, guests will flow through SLS Dubai’s dining venues as the menu moves from period elegance to futuristic shine, before converging on the rooftop for TUJAMO’s signature set. Packages start from AED 400.
GO: Visit https://dubai.platinumlist.net for tickets and more information.
Saturday 11 October
Catch a vibe at Miss Lily’s
The famed Dutty Wine Brunch lands at Miss Lily’s with its high-energy soundtrack, bold flavours and feel-good vibes. DJs Scottie B, Haks and Mneddy spin Afro, Caribbean, Hip-Hop and R&B, while hype man MC Smylie keeps the room moving. The buffet is a feast featuring Curry Goat, Escovitch Fish, Fried Plantain, Jerk Chicken and Mac and Cheese, plus pancakes and waffles with a Caribbean twist. Save room for tropical fruit platters and a fiery Scotch Bonnet Tiramisu. Available on Saturdays from 2pm to 7pm. AED 280 (soft beverages) and AED 365 (house beverages).
GO: Follow @misslilysdxb on Instagram for more information.
Laugh out loud with Paul Taylor
British comedian Paul Taylor brings his latest take on life between Britain and France. After three sold-out bilingual world tours and the hit TV show WTF France, he unpacks language slips, cultural friction and expat truths. Taylor turns gentle mockery into an art form and keeps it honest from start to finish. Presented by Live Nation Middle East, the show takes place at The New Covent Garden Theatre in Mall of the Emirates.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
Check out the newly opened Tattu
Fresh from success across the United Kingdom, Tattu lands in Dubai at the top of the world’s tallest hotel. The sky-high venue pairs immersive design with contemporary cuisine, plus a restaurant, the world’s highest infinity pool, a dazzling lounge and a 360° outdoor terrace. Expect à la carte and tasting menus that chart the evolution of contemporary Chinese and Japanese cooking.
GO: Visit https://tattu.me for more information.
Sunday 12 October
Have lunch at a FACT award-winner
Mott 32 Dubai launches a relaxed Sunday lunch on the 73rd floor of Address Beach Resort with panoramic views over Bluewaters and JBR. The three-course set menu showcases Cantonese craftsmanship through dishes such as Spicy Wood Ear & Cucumber Salad, Handcrafted Dim Sum, Chinese Five-spice Duck, Rose-marinated Corn-fed Chicken and King Prawns in Black Pepper and Garlic. Available on Sundays from 12:30pm to 4pm. AED 198 per person (food only) or AED 396 (food and two hours of free-flow Minuty Rosé).
GO: Visit mott32.com for more information.
Try the Sunday roast at Three Cuts
The newly opened Three Cuts Steakhouse on Palm Jumeirah serves a classic British roast with three options: Beef Rump, Lamb Shoulder or Roast Chicken with gravy. Each comes with Brussels sprouts, glazed carrots, green beans, roast potatoes, stuffing and a Yorkshire pudding. Sundays, 12pm to 5pm. Available on Sundays from 12pm to 5pm. AED 145 per person.
GO: Call 04 420 1113 for reservations and more information.
Dine at the celebrity favourite Carbone
Italian-American hotspot Carbone arrives from New York with vintage glamour and a showpiece jellyfish tank that spans a full wall. Choose a terrace table for sweeping views of the Skyblaze Fountain Show. Order the signatures: Chicken Scarpariello, Linguini Vongole, Veal Parmesan and the fan-favourite Spicy Rigatoni. If it is good enough for Central Cee, Naomi Campbell and Winnie Harlow, it is good enough for us.
GO: Follow @carbonedxb on Instagram for more information.
