Our picks of the hottest happenings this weekend.
We may be midway through November already, but before the festive onslaught starts, we’ve collated the best culinary offers, concerts and exhibitions for you to enjoy this weekend – here’s what you need to know.
Friday 21 November
Enjoy TukTuk Tipples at Sip Song
Sip Song has rolled into Rixos Premium Dubai JBR, bringing bold Thai flavours, colour and personality to one of Dubai Marina’s liveliest beachfront spots. TukTuk Tipples Happy Hour offers pocket-friendly pours and playful bar bites, including Chicken Satay Skewers, Thai Fish Cakes, and Spicy Prawn Wontons. Signature sips such as the Som Tam Paloma, Sip Negroni and Tom-Yumatini are joined by hops from AED 25 and grape by the glass from AED 22. Available daily from 5pm to 8pm.
GO: Visit https://sip-song.com for more information.
Dance the night away with Ronan Keating
Prepare for peak nostalgia at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre as Irish star Ronan Keating takes to the stage. The former Boyzone frontman, whose boyband days delivered six number-one singles and five number-one albums, will run through classics like ‘A Different Beat’, ‘Love Me for a Reason’ and ‘Picture of You’. His solo catalogue is just as stacked, with hits including ‘Life Is a Rollercoaster’, ‘The Way You Make Me Feel’ and ‘When You Say Nothing at All’. Between group and solo releases, he has sold more than 45 million records worldwide.
GO: Visit https://dubai.platinumlist.net for more information.
See Björn Again at Dubai Opera
Dubai Opera turns into a glitter-drenched disco as Björn Again brings ABBA’s music to Downtown Dubai. The world-famous tribute act delivers pitch-perfect harmonies, tongue-in-cheek choreography and plenty of sequins, channelling the feel-good energy of the seventies. Expect instant sing-alongs to favourites like ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Take a Chance on Me’ and ‘Waterloo’, all in one of the city’s most atmospheric venues.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
Saturday 22 November
Have lunch at HANU
HANU, the contemporary Korean restaurant at St. Regis Gardens, has introduced Hansang Lunch, a Saturday experience inspired by Korea’s “full table” tradition of shared dining. The menu opens with Truffle Egg Custard, followed by a choice of two starters, including Beef Tartare with Gochujang Pear, Bluefin Tuna Ceviche, Truffle Mushroom Kimbap, and Kimchi Arancini. The main event, “Meat Me at the Grill”, showcases Australian Black Angus and Australian Wagyu MB 6–7, served with seasonal ban chan, stews with rice and green leaf baskets for wrapping, echoing a home-style Korean spread with a refined, modern touch. Available on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm, priced at AED 195 per person.
GO: Visit https://hanu-restaurant.com for more information.
Check out Ministry of Sound Classical
Two musical worlds collide as Ministry of Sound Classical reimagines iconic club anthems with a full orchestra at Dubai Opera. Conducted by David Mahoney, this one-night-only show combines sweeping strings, big-room drops and powerful vocals, transforming golden-era dance tracks into symphonic epics. Immersive production and dynamic lighting add to the atmosphere, creating a superclub feel in a concert hall setting. Whether you remember these tunes from the dancefloor or discovered them on playlists, this live experience promises a feel-good journey through house, trance and chart-topping remixes, all delivered with orchestral power and precision.
GO: Visit www.dubaiopera.com for more information.
Catch Teddy Swims at Coca-Cola Arena
Grammy-nominated singer Teddy Swims brings his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour to Dubai on 22 November, taking over Coca-Cola Arena with his band, Freak Freely. The multi-platinum artist will perform fan favourites and genre-blending hits, including ‘The Door’ and ‘Bad Dreams’. Expect to hear his record-breaking smash ‘Lose Control’, the longest-charting track in Billboard Hot 100 history and the song that secured his place in Spotify’s Billions Club.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
Sunday 23 November
Sip on the Saddle Café x KAYALI collab
Saddle Café has partnered with KAYALI, the fragrance house founded by Mona Kattan, for a limited-time Freedom Collection Collaboration that turns perfume into flavour. Available at all Saddle locations in the UAE, the multisensory menu features four bespoke creations inspired by KAYALI’s new Freedom Collection: Freedom Musk Latte, Freedom Musk Santal, Freedom Musk Matcha and a Dulce de Leche Affogato. Each drink mirrors its scent profile through aroma, texture and taste. The first 1,000 customers to order any of the four will receive a complimentary mini sample set from the collection.
GO: Visit https://saddledubai.com for more information.
Feast at The MICHELIN Guide Food Festival
Running from 21 to 23 November at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, The MICHELIN Guide Food Festival brings together 20 MICHELIN Guide-recognised restaurants for a three-day culinary celebration. Curious diners can sample exclusive dishes, attend interactive masterclasses and meet award-winning chefs from around the world. A dedicated Chef’s Table will host a six-hands collaboration featuring local and international talents, led by Stefan Stiller of Taian Table (Three MICHELIN Stars, Shanghai 2025). Expect refined plates, global flavours and a rare chance to experience so many acclaimed concepts in one place. General admission tickets start from AED 85.
GO: Visit https://abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net for more information.
Sip in the sky at Azura Panoramic Lounge
Perched high above the Corniche at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Azura Panoramic Lounge is where city lights, sea breeze and skyline views come together. The open-air terrace looks out across the Arabian Gulf, with soft lighting and coastal tones that set an intimate, upscale mood. The new menu leans into land and sea, with dishes such as Tagra black mussels, Black Angus rib-eye, Citrusy Quinoa Tabbouleh and Kunafa Crème Brûlée. As twilight settles in, golden light gives way to mellow DJ sets, ideal for sunset drinks or late-night conversations. Available Tuesday to Sunday, from 4pm to 1am.
GO: Call 02 694 4553 for more information.
