Get your calendars out – exhilarating adventures, brunch and culture await.
The week ahead in the UAE is packed with reasons to step out, slow down and make a booking. From sunset suppers and tasting menus to beachfront lunches, staycays and Orthodox Easter celebrations, here is where to eat, unwind and plan your week across the UAE.
Monday 6 April
Head to KIRA for sunset
Homegrown restaurant KIRA at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is bringing a new rhythm to the early evening with Sunset to Share, a fantastic three-course set menu. Designed for a minimum of two guests, the experience showcases the restaurant’s signature blend of Japanese precision and Mediterranean warmth. Expect dishes such as Salmon Sashimi, Japanese Wagyu Tartare, Wagyu Ragu Gyoza, Cacio e Pepe Rigatoni, Angus Tenderloin and Harissa Prawns, followed by desserts including Kokuto Crème Caramel and KIRA Chocolate Mousse. Set against views of Burj Al Arab, it offers an elegant way to ease into the evening. Available daily from 5pm to 7pm. AED 355 per person.
Where: KIRA, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Jumeira Street, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai
When: Offer available daily from 5pm to 7pm.
Price: AED 355 per person
Contact: https://kira-restaurant.com
Tuesday 7 April
Try the new tasting menu at Jun’s
Jun’s new Short Story tasting menu feels so timely for Dubai right now, distilling the identity of Chef Kelvin Cheung’s inventive kitchen into a six-course tasting menu priced at AED 225. Expect Lobster Pani Puri, sharpened with tamarind and Macanese sauce; a Watermelon course with dry-aged sea bream and tomato dashi; and a Hot and Sour Wonton Soup built around scallops and miniature wontons. For the main event, diners can choose between Wagyu Steak with handmade rice noodles and roasted garlic sauce, or the Juicy Lucy Burger with its molten American cheese centre. Loomi Paleta brings a bright, palate-cleansing pause before Childhood Treats closes the meal with pu-erh-scented dark chocolate ganache, Horlicks, sesame, and mochi, followed by a selection of picture-perfect Petit Fours. Guests can also add a glass of wine or a cocktail for AED 50.
Where: Jun’s, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
When: Offer available daily from 12pm to 1am.
Price: AED 225 per person
Contact: www.junsdubai.com
Wednesday 8 April
Enjoy a taste of the Amalfi Coast
The FACT award-winning Bungalo34 brings the spirit of the Amalfi Coast to Pearl Jumeirah with Amalfi A Tavola, a new weekly dining experience. Available every Wednesday for lunch and dinner, the sharing-style menu is designed around long, leisurely Italian meals by the sea. Guests can enjoy unlimited pasta and pizzette, alongside the Bungalo34 Salad and a classic Tiramisu. Highlights include Not Another Margherita, Porcini Pizzette, Amalfi Lemon Pasta, Trofie Pomodoro and Genovese. Set against a chic beachfront backdrop, it’s a relaxed midweek escape inspired by Mediterranean living. Pricing is available on request. Available on Wednesdays from 1pm to 10pm. AED 220 per person.
Where: Bungalo34, Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai, Pearl Jumeira, Dubai
When: Offer available on Wednesdays from 1pm to 10pm
Price: AED 220 per person
Contact: www.bungalo34.com
Thursday 9 April
Partner Content: Make a splash at Shangri-La Dubai
Ikandy Ultralounge invites guests to make the most of its limited-time Day-to-Night Pool Pass. The offer includes full pool access from 9am to 9pm, with the entire amount redeemable on food and beverages. The experience is ideal for those looking to stretch out a sun-soaked afternoon into a more relaxed evening by the water. Whether you’re stopping by for daytime lounging, casual dining or sundown drinks, Ikandy offers an easy-going escape with views of Burj Khalifa. Available daily until 30 April 2026. AED 99 per person.
Where: Ikandy Ultralounge, Shangri-La Dubai, Trade Centre, Dubai
When: Offer available daily from 9am to 1am
Price: AED 299 per person
Contact: 04 405 2703
Friday 10 April
Book a sky-high staycay at SLS Dubai
SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences remains one of the city’s most seductive staycation addresses, offering boldly designed rooms and suites with balconies, Burj Khalifa views and a high-glam aesthetic. Beyond the accommodations, the property delivers on every front, from Fi’lia and Carna to Ciel Spa, while the showstopper remains its sky-high rooftop pool, perched high above Business Bay and made for long, sun-soaked afternoons. Current stay packages make the escape even more tempting, with stays from AED 680 including AED 500 in dining credit, while the Stay & Indulge offer adds breakfast for two, flexible check-in perks and savings across spa and dining.
Where: SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Marasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai
When: Offer available daily
Price: Rates from AED 680 per night
Contact: https://slshotels.com
Saturday 11 April
Escape the city at Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa
During uncertain times, Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, is offering a refined escape into the Arabian desert with its Timeless Desert Serenity staycation. The resort, set deep in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, is home to 42 private pool villas and offers a conservation-led approach and Arabian wildlife encounters, including desert activities such as camel treks and wildlife drives. Dining centres on Al Diwaan and Hajar Terrace Bar, while Al Maha Spa adds another layer of escapism with signature treatments and serene dune views. Available until 31 May, the package includes 20 per cent off the best available rate, full-board dining, two signature desert activities daily and AED 200 in spa credit. Rates start from AED 3,484 per night.
Where: Al Maha, Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Margab, Dubai
When: Offer available daily
Price: Rates from AED 3,484 per night
Contact: www.marriott.com
Sunday 12 April
Spend Orthodox Easter at Nammos
Nammos Dubai is bringing its Orthodox Easter celebrations back to the shoreline, pairing its beautiful beachfront setting with a marvellous menu designed for the occasion. The set menu begins with festive favourites such as Magiritsa, Feta with honey and pistachio, Tarama with chickpeas and bottarga, and a classic Greek Salad. Mains include 24-hour Slow-cooked Veal Cheek with orzo and Lokoretsi-style Lamb on the spit, while desserts feature Tsoureki and Galaktoboureko served with crisp phyllo, semolina custard and mastic ice cream. Expect coloured eggs, live music and plenty of atmosphere throughout. Available on 11 April for dinner and 12 April for lunch. AED 500 per person.
Where: Nammos, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah 2, Dubai
When: Available on 11 April for dinner and 12 April for lunch
Price: AED 500 per person
Contact: www.nammos.com