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    30 of best places in Dubai to celebrate Christmas and NYE

    Dubai, a city of contrasts, offers a unique blend of festive cheer and opulent celebrations for Christmas and New Year. From dazzling special curated menus at fine-dining restaurants with fireworks displays, to Christmas brunches, Dubai promises an unforgettable experience.
    If you’re spending the festive season in the city and are looking to find the perfect place to spend the holiday, we’ve got the ultimate Christmas and NYE list. Bring in your 2025 in style.
    For Christmas
    MOTT32

    Location: 73rd floor, Address Beach Resort, JBR,Dubai Event: Christmas DayBrunch Date: December 25, 2024Timing: 12:30pm – 4:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs475 for soft drinks, and Dhs595 for house beverages.
    SUSHISAMBA DUBAI

    Location: 51st floor, St Regis The Palm, DubaiEvent: Christmas Day Brunch Date: December 25, 2024Timing: 12:30pm – 4:00pm (an exclusive after-brunch will be hosted in the Samba Room from 4:00pm to 6:00pm)at Dhs699 per person for House Beverage and Dhs799 per person for the Elevated Sparkling bubbles
    ATTIKO

    Location: 31st floor,W Dubai Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina, DubaiEvent: Christmas Eve SpecialDate: December 24, 2024Timing: 05:00pm – 11:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs325 per person (minimum two guests)
    JOSETTE

    Location: ICD Brookfield PlaceEvent: Festive night Christmas brunch and Christmas brunchDate: December 24 and 25, 2024Timing: 05:00pm – 11:00pm, 12:00pm – 04:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs450 Non-alcoholic, Dhs600 House beverage and Dhs850 bubble
    MAYABAY

    Location: Jumeirah Al NaseemEvent: Christmas day brunchDate: December 24 and 25, 2024Timing: 12:00pm – 04:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs550 non-alcoholic, Dhs750 house beverage and Dhs1,000 bubbles, grape and spirits
    ALICI

    Location: Bluewaters Island Event: Beautiful BrunchDate: December 24 and 25, 2024Timing: 01:00pm – 04:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs395 inclusive of soft beverages, Dhs495 inclusive of house beverages and Dhs595 inclusive of Premium Italian Sparkling
    IL BORRO TUSCAN BISTRO

    Location: Jumeirah Al NaseemEvent: Tuscan inspired lunchDate: December 25, 2024Timing: 01:00pm – 04:00pm The Details: Packagesbegin at Dhs650 minimum spending for adults, Dhs350 minimum spending for kids, below 12 years old
    LPM

    Location: DIFC, Gate Village No, 8Event: Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day LunchDate: December 24 and 25, 2024Timing: 06:00pm – 11:00pm, 12:00pm to 3:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs610 per person, Kids Menu Dhs250 per person and additional Dhs370 per person for a bubbles Experience
    RISTORANTE LOREN

    Location: The Club – Palm West BeachEvent: Christmas Day lunch and dinnerDate: December 25, 2024Timing: 12:00pm – 4:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs450
    NETSU

    Location: Mandarin Oriental JumeirahEvent: Omakase Brunch, Christmas DayDate: December 25, 2024Timing: 7:00pm – 11:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs550 per person, including non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Dhs795 per person, inclusive of premium beverages, sake and bubbles. Dhs250 for children aged 4 to 11
    BVLGARI YACHT CLUB RESTAURANT

    Location: Jumeirah Bay IslandEvent: La Vigilia Allo Yacht ClubDate: December 24, 2024Timing: 12:30pm – 4:00pmThe Details: Packages begin at Dhs2,000, or Dhs3,000 with sommelier pairing
    ZENON

    Location: Kempinski Central Avenue Hotel, Downtown DubaiEvent: Christmas Dinner at Zenon DubaiDate: December 25, 2024Timing: 6:00pm onwardsThe Details: Package details on request
    CHIC NONNA

    Location: DIFCEvent: Christmas lunch and dinnerDate: December 23 to December 28, 2024Timing: 12:00pm to 11:45pmThe Details: Package details on request
    THE NEW YEAR PARTY
    MOTT32

    Location: 73rd floor, Address Beach Resort, JBR, DubaiEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Regular Dining Dhs2,000 per person, Private Dining Room: AED 45,000 minimum spend
    SUSHISAMBA DUBAI

    Location: 51st floor, St Regis The Palm, DubaiEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Dhs3,900 per person for the Window Table, Dhs2,900 per person for the Regular Table and Dhs2,250 per person for the Round Boot
    JOSETTE

    Location: ICD Brookfield PlaceEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Dhs1,800 per adult lounge and main dining area and Dhs800 per adult Petite Josette and terrace
    LPM

    Location: DIFC, Gate Village No, 8Event: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Minimum spend of Dhs1,300 per person
    NETSU

    Location: Mandarin Oriental JumeirahEvent: Omisoka at The Theatre of Fire, New Year’s EveThe Details: Dhs2500 per person, inclusive of a selection of non-alcoholic beverages, premium beverages, sake, and bubbles. Dhs1100 for children aged 4 to 11
    BVLGARI YACHT CLUB

    Location: Jumeirah Bay IslandEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Dhs3,800, with premium beverage options
    LA NIÑA

    Location: ICD Brookfield PlaceEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Packages are priced per person basedon seating proximity to the stage: Dhs2,000, Dhs3,000, Dhs3,500, Dhs4,000
    SEXY FISH

    Location: Level 11 – Innovation One – DIFCEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Packages start from Dhs1,000 per person
    GAIA

    Location: Podium Level, Gate Village 4, DIFCEvent: The Modern Ball of The SeasonThe Details: For more information and reservations, please call +971 424 142 42 or email Reservations@gaia-dubai.com
    MERCURY LOUNGE

    Location: Four Seasons, Jumeirah Beach RoadEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Dhs2,500 per person for NYE dinner menu with lounge dining table reservation (city view or sea view) inclusive of canapés and a glass of bubbles
    AMELIA

    Location: Downtown DubaiEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Lounge seating with Burj Khalifa views; Dhs3,000 minimum spend per person
    DRAGONFLY

    Location: The LanaEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Exclusive Japanese menu paired with live entertainment. Front-row views of the iconic Burj Khalifa fireworks. For more details call +971 4 834 8278
    MAYBAY

    Location: Jumeirah Al Naseem Event: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Dhs5,000 per adult in the lounge area by the window, Dhs1,000 per adult at the Bar and sushi counter and kids above 7 years old until midnight. The venue will host an after-party available for Dhs1,000 minimum spending.
    HIGH SOCIETY

    Location: The LanaEvent: New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Details: Cristal bubbles and rooftop party entry Dhs8,888 per person, New Year’s Eve Dinner with Pol Roger bubbles Dhs5,000 per person
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    Halloween in Dubai: 6 places to go for a spooky celebration

    Life

    by Sarah Joseph
    2 mins ago

    As one of the most eerie nights of the year approaches soon, it’s time to get your most spooktacular outfits ready for Halloween this year.
    From dinners to exclusive events, there are an array of options to choose from as the city is packed with events for a fang-tastic time on during the week.
    So, if you’re ready for things to get a little spooky this weekend?
    Here’s eight ways you can celebrate spooky season in Dubai.
    Adaline for Halloween

    Dubai’s newly opened contemporary supper club in the heart of DIFC, reveals the theme for its highly anticipated Halloween celebration. This year marks the inaugural Adaline Halloween Ball, taking place on Wednesday, October 30, transforming the venue into an evening of lavish mystery and retro-gothic touches, with live music lasting late into the night. Guests are invited to dress in sophisticated black-tie attire with a retro-gothic twist, setting the tone for a night of bold style and enchanting extravagance. Adaline’s Halloween Ball promises an unforgettable celebration, full of fun, intrigue, and surprises.
    For more information visit adaline-restaurants.com
    TATEL for Halloween

    One of Dubai’s favourite new Spanish hotspot, TATEL Dubai is bringing an incredible themed Halloween dinner experience. It’s complete with live entertainment, incredibly reimagined Spanish dishes, as well as unlimited drink packages featuring uniquely spooky cocktails. It takes place on Thursday, October 31, from 8pm to 11pm. The soft beverages package is priced at Dhs375 per person, the in-house package is priced at Dhs475 per person and the premium package with champagne is priced at Dhs725 per person.
    For more information visit tatelrestaurants.com
    StreetXO

     More than just a dinner, Halloween at StreetXO Dubai is a devilish descent into the unknown where creativity, culinary thrills and unbridled energy collide for a spectacular celebration. And as a blood-curdling welcome, every guest will receive the XO Blood cocktail upon arrival (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic); a dark and mysterious prelude to the evening ahead. From 6pm to 9pm, a sinister array of mezcal potions including the Spicy Margarita, Mezcal Negroni, and the spine-tingling Mezcalitas will be available at a price of AED 65 each. The a la carte menu will be available with highlights including the Pekinese Dumpling, the Taco de Pulpo and Fluido dessert. With such tantalising dishes, guests will feel the thrill of Dabiz Munoz’s creative approach to cuisine, where street food classics take on an unexpected haute cuisine twist.
    For more information visit streetxo.com
    Voyage by Amelia for Halloween

    Celebrate at Voyage by Amelia, the exclusive speakeasy on the second floor of Amelia Lounge. With a theme of “A Spy on the Dance Floor,” expect an evening brimming with suspense, sophistication, and style. Set against the chic backdrop of Amelia Lounge at Address Sky View, the celebration kicks off at 11 pm on October 31st and keeps the revelry going until the early hours. The resident DJ Cimeo will spin electrifying beats while the mixologists shake up signature Halloween cocktails. This is not just a party; it’s a clandestine experience where every sip and sound invites you deeper into the mystery. Located at Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, this experience is not one to be missed out on.
    For more information visit amelialounge.com
    RASPOUTINE for Halloween

    Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of RASPOUTINE Dubai at the Geisha soirée. DJ Djulco directly from Raspoutine Paris, this Halloween event guarantees an unforgettable night. A captivating Geisha and Samurai will greet guests, where the venue is fully reimagined to captivate the evening’s theme. As the night awakens, a welcome Halloween cocktail sets the tone for a night of freakishly exquisite dining. The set menu is priced at Dhs650 per person. It includes starters, mains, sides and dessert and a halloween welcome cocktail. Exclusively open on Thursday October 31, RASPOUTINE serves dinner at 9 pm, continuing on the with party until 3am.
    For more information visit raspoutine.com
    La Niña for Halloween

    Vampires of the Opera will draw you into a night where dark elegance blends with the mysterious allure. Haunting live performances accompany a gourmet dinner, while a special DJ set curates an irresistible atmosphere. Expect an evening of wickedly refined beauty, where every shadow tempts you to surrender to the night. Located in the heart of DIFC
    For more information visit laninarstaurant.com
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    5 spellbinding Halloween celebrations in Dubai this year

    Life

    by Sarah Joseph
    29 mins ago

    As one of the most eerie nights of the year approaches soon, it’s time to get your most spooktacular outfits ready for Halloween this year.
    From dinners to exclusive events, there are an array of options to choose from as the city is packed with events for a fang-tastic time on during the week.
    So, if you’re ready for things to get a little spooky this weekend?
    Here’s eight ways you can celebrate spooky season in Dubai.
    Adaline for Halloween

    Dubai’s newly opened contemporary supper club in the heart of DIFC, reveals the theme for its highly anticipated Halloween celebration. This year marks the inaugural Adaline Halloween Ball, taking place on Wednesday, October 30, transforming the venue into an evening of lavish mystery and retro-gothic touches, with live music lasting late into the night. Guests are invited to dress in sophisticated black-tie attire with a retro-gothic twist, setting the tone for a night of bold style and enchanting extravagance. Adaline’s Halloween Ball promises an unforgettable celebration, full of fun, intrigue, and surprises.
    For more information visit adaline-restaurants.com
    TATEL for Halloween

    One of Dubai’s favourite new Spanish hotspot, TATEL Dubai is bringing an incredible themed Halloween dinner experience. It’s complete with live entertainment, incredibly reimagined Spanish dishes, as well as unlimited drink packages featuring uniquely spooky cocktails. It takes place on Thursday, October 31, from 9pm to 11pm. The soft beverages package is priced at Dhs375 per person, the in-house package is priced at Dhs475 per person and the premium package with champagne is priced at Dhs725 per person.
    For more information visit tatelrestaurants.com
    Voyage by Amelia for Halloween

    Celebrate at Voyage by Amelia, the exclusive speakeasy on the second floor of Amelia Lounge. With a theme of “A Spy on the Dance Floor,” expect an evening brimming with suspense, sophistication, and style. Set against the chic backdrop of Amelia Lounge at Address Sky View, the celebration kicks off at 11 pm on October 31st and keeps the revelry going until the early hours. The resident DJ Cimeo will spin electrifying beats while the mixologists shake up signature Halloween cocktails that will tantalise your senses. This is not just a party; it’s a clandestine experience where every sip and sound invites you deeper into the mystery. Located at Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, this experience is not one to be missed out on.
    For more information visit amelialounge.com
    RASPOUTINE for Halloween

    Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of RASPOUTINE Dubai at the Geisha soirée. DJ Djulco directly from Raspoutine Paris, this Halloween event guarantees an unforgettable night. A captivating Geisha and Samurai will greet Dubai’s most discerning guests, where the venue is fully reimagined to captivate the evening’s theme. As the night awakens, a welcome Halloween cocktail sets the tone for a night of freakishly exquisite dining. The theme focuses on Geisha & Samurai-inspired attire The set menu is priced at Dhs650 per person and includes starters, mains, sides and dessert and a halloween welcome cocktail. Exclusively open on Thursday October 31, RASPOUTINE serves dinner at 9 pm, continuing on the with party until 3am.
    For more information visit raspoutine.com
    La Niña for Halloween

    Vampires of the Opera will draw you into a night where dark elegance blends with the mysterious allure. Haunting live performances accompany a gourmet dinner, while a special DJ set curates an irresistible atmosphere. Expect an evening of wickedly refined beauty, where every shadow tempts you to surrender to the night. Located in the heart of DIFC
    For more information visit laninarstaurant.com
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    Your ultimate guide to all the hotspots at ICD Brookfield Place in DIFC

    Life

    by Camille Macawili
    4 hours ago

    From beautifully crafted fitness concepts to a host of culinary destinations, ICD Brookfield Place at DIFC raises the bar and delivers a host of best-in-class amenities for a lifestyle workplace.
    THE DINING

    LA NIÑA
    This sophisticated dining destination takes visitors back in time with its elegant Portugese-inspired décor and beautifully executed modern Iberian-Latino fusion cuisine. laninarestaurant.com

    THE ARTS CLUB
    Set over five floors, the exclusive private members club provides its discerning members with a slew of elegant facilities to work and socialise together such as private dining rooms, a rich cultural events programme, and more. theartsclub.ae

    JOSETTE
    Josette delivers a dining experience like no other. Its nightly live entertainment celebrates everything from opera to the Moulin Rouge, all while you indulge in a decadent menu of French brasserie classics. Adding to its French flair are the unique interiors designed by renowned London-based artists and designer Luke Edward Hall. josette.com 

    LULU & THE BEANSTALK
    Vibe with like-minded individuals to tailored tracks or get your creative juices flowing over comforting dishes and high-quality beverages at this cosy haven. lulusbean.com

    THE GUILD
    Inspired by the bustling brasseries of Europe and New York, The Guild is a three-act, day-to-night concept with lush botanical-decorated interiors that evoke a cosy, retro-bohemian allure: Nurseries, Rockpool and Salon. theguilddubai.com
    THE WELLNESS

    REFORM ATHLETICA
    The homegrown fitness studio inaugurated its second home with a 5,600 square feet area of spacious multi-function workout spaces and robust line-up of classes including strength, yoga, Megaformer Pilates and stretching, an elevated changing facilities and RAfresh, a coffee and smoothie bar for post-workout refreshments. reformathletica.com

    EMBODY FITNESS
    A private members-only personal training facility using state-of-the-art equipment including luxury rehabilitation and recovery suites with a floor-to-ceiling view of Dubai’s city skyline to boot. embodyfitness.ae

    1REBEL
    Situated behind the Arts Club, 1Rebel is an 11,600 square feet gym space with high-powered equipment including stationary spinning bikes for an intense body workout. 1rebel.com
    THE BEAUTY

    SKIN LAUNDRY
    Got a 30-minute break? Skin Laundry offers non-invasive signature laser facials that rejuvenate the skin with zero downtime in their all-white California beach bungalow-style clinic. skinlaundry.ae
    THE HERO EXPERIENCE

    EMIRATES CITY CHECK-IN AND TRAVEL STORE
    For an entirely new check-in experience, check in and drop your bags at your convenience right in the heart of Dubai’s business district. Emirates passengers can drop their luggage as early as 24 hours and up to four hours before a flight. emirates.com
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    This Dubai-based culinary haven explores vibrant Latino flavours with a twist

    Lifestyle

    by Team Emirates Woman
    18 mins ago

    IN PARTNERSHIP: A new culinary haven has been added to the list of fine-dining restaurants in Dubai.
    With Iberian-Latino fusion cuisine, La Niña has opened its doors with sophisticated décor featuring lavish chandeliers and rich red velvet furniture that has taken inspiration from centuries of sea exploration. Designed with traditional Azulejo tiles from Portugal, this sophisticated dining venue takes visitors back in time with a renewed sense of excitement.
    Born to tantalise your taste buds, this restaurant takes visitors on a unique food journey by steering away from the traditional dining scene. As an amalgamation of bold flavours from Spain, Portugal and South America, this unique experience celebrates the team of award-winning chefs. By catering to both lunch and dinner options, guests can indulge in all-day dining at this venue.

    For an unforgettable dining experience, guests can indulge in an array of delectable delights crafted by a team of world-class experts to conquer every diner’s taste buds. By taking it up a notch, the restaurant offers a host of cutting-edge cocktails and a selection of premium beverages.

    Known for his culinary adventures, Dubai’s Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum paid a visit to this exquisite restaurant giving it the royal seal of approval.
    Designed to bring back the romance of life at sea, the concept takes inspiration from a bygone era to naturally combine the strength of Latino and Iberian cultures seamlessly.
    So, if you’re in need of a fine-dining option to visit in Dubai, La Niña is the perfect option to experience with your loved ones.
    Located in the heart of DIFC at ICD Brookfield, the restaurant is open daily from 12pm to 4pm and 7:30pm to 1am. To make a reservation call +971 4 395 1300 and +971 50 889 8336
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