Get your calendars out – exhilarating adventures, brunch and culture await.
As we venture into November, al fresco dining season is finally upon us. So whether you want Burj, beach or brunch – we’ve got you covered this week in Dubai.
Monday 10 November
Tuck into the new menu at Miss Lily’s
Miss Lily’s turns up the volume with a menu co-created by Executive Chef Richie Richards and Brittney “Stikxz” Williams of Miss Lily’s New York. The cross-city collaboration blends NYC energy with Jamaican soul. Highlights include Jerk Octopus with roasted garlic hummus and gremolata, Tamarind Glazed Duck Breast with coconut pumpkin purée and scotch bonnet oil, Miss Lily’s Lobster Roll with lemon and lobster butter, and an Oxtail Flatbread. For dessert, the Ice Cream Cake pairs ginger sponge with avocado ice cream and candied ginger. A 12-strong cocktail list completes the refresh, from the Jerk Shack Margarita to Suncream.
GO: Visit www.misslilys.com for more information.
Tuesday 11 November
Try the Manolo Blahnik Afternoon Tea
The Lana – Dorchester Collection debuts a limited-edition afternoon tea with Manolo Blahnik, inspired by the designer’s “Marie Antoinette” collection. Crafted by World Pastry Champion Chef Angelo Musa, the experience blends couture detail with refined pâtisserie: Alaskan king crab with tarragon–citrus aioli; slow-roasted Wagyu with mustard cream; truffle eggs with seasonal black truffle; smoked Scottish salmon with lemon–dill mascarpone and ossetra caviar; plus warm plain and raisin scones with Devon clotted cream and signature jams. Available daily. AED 400 per person, AED 480 with Wild Idol, or AED 499 with NV Pol Roger Brut Réserve.
GO: Visit www.dorchestercollection.com for more information.
Wednesday 12 November
Celebrate Tomatini Day at La Petite Maison Dubai
La Petite Maison Dubai, birthplace of the iconic Tomatini, leads the second annual global celebration of its signature serve. Created in 2010 by Jimmy Barrat, the Tomatini helped spark the savoury-cocktail movement. For one night only, the restaurant transforms in honour of its most famous creation, complete with a playful Tomatini installation at the entrance. In collaboration with Chef Danny Khezzar, LPM unveils a limited Tomatini Sorbet that captures the cocktail’s distinctive flavour profile. Expect Jimmy Barrat back behind the bar and a live DJ soundtrack. Available on Wednesday, 12 November from 5pm to 7pm.
GO: Visit https://lpmrestaurants.com for more information.
Thursday 13 November
Dine at the newly opened MamaBella
Born in southern Italy, MamaBella is a love letter to Nonna’s recipes, family traditions, and the joy of sharing good food. Every plate captures the warmth of an Italian table, from homemade pasta to slow-cooked sauces prepared with patience and pride. The welcome is generous, and the setting blends timeless cucina with the energy of Dubai’s dining scene. It is a place to gather, eat, and feel at home.
GO: Call 04 430 8999 for more information.
Friday 14 November
Experience a six-hands dinner at Trèsind Studio
Trèsind Studio stages an exclusive six-hands collaboration with two of India’s most acclaimed restaurants, NAAR (Kasauli) and Farmlore (Bangalore). Held at St. Regis Gardens on Palm Jumeirah, Chef Himanshu Saini welcomes Chef Prateek Sadhu and Chef Johnson Ebenezer for a one-off tasting menu celebrating modern Indian cuisine. Expect indigenous ingredients, progressive technique and considered storytelling, with each course reflecting the chefs’ regions and philosophies. Available on 14 and 15 November at 6pm and 9:15pm. AED 1,500 per person.
GO: Visit https://tresindstudio.com for more information.
Saturday 15 November
See Travis Scott at Etihad Park
American rapper Travis Scott brings his record-shattering Circus Maximus World Tour to Abu Dhabi on Saturday, 15 November 2025. Launched in October 2023, the tour has sold out dates across North America, Europe, Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand. It is the highest-grossing rap tour in history, generating $209.3 million and selling 1.7 million tickets. Expect blockbuster production, a high-energy setlist, and the atmosphere only La Flame can deliver.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
Sunday 16 November
Laugh out loud with Bassem Youssef
Bassem Youssef returns to Dubai with his acclaimed solo show at Coca-Cola Arena. Expect sharp observations and smart storytelling from the heart-surgeon-turned-satirist who rose to fame during the Arab Spring with Al Bernameg, the Middle East’s first political satire show. His October 2023 interview with Piers Morgan became the most viewed conversation in the history of Piers Morgan Uncensored, underscoring his reach as a cultural commentator.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
