ASSEMBLING A SENSATIONAL DINING EXPERIENCE FOR RAMADAN
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the lively city of Dubai is gearing up to provide an enticing array of dining experiences that cater to families and friends. This special time of the year serves as an ideal opportunity for gathering and breaking the fast while enjoying an assortment of captivating Iftar menus that integrate both traditional and modern flavors. With elaborate buffets that feature various cuisines and cozy dinners showcasing signature dishes, the culinary landscape in Dubai is primed to impress all food enthusiasts. Join us in discovering the top Iftar selections that promise to turn this Ramadan into a remarkable celebration of community, culture, and innovative gastronomy.
EXTRAORDINARY RAMADAN OFFERINGS AT TH8 PALM DUBAI BEACH RESORT
Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort is enhancing this year’s Ramadan with a range of extraordinary dining experiences amidst the picturesque setting of Palm Jumeirah. Guests can relish intimate beachfront dining and private suite Iftars with a selection of remarkable culinary choices at Envy Restaurant and Fluid Beach Club. Unique experiences include the VIP Beachfront Bliss priced at AED 500 per individual (minimum 2 guests), where you can enjoy the soft sands while sipping shisha and savoring a luxury sharing menu beneath a starlit sky. For a stylish gathering, the “Iftar Under the Stars” Suite Experience features a lavish menu for a group of 10 at AED 800 per person, allowing you to celebrate Iftar on your suite’s balcony with breathtaking vistas. The Outdoor Iftar Under the Stars at AED 350 per person offers a charming backdrop for small groups to relish delicious moments in a tranquil outdoor setting. Finally, the Envy Restaurant Iftar Feast at AED 199 per person features an extravagant buffet loaded with traditional tastes, fresh juices, and Arabic coffee, along with a special Kids Package priced at AED 99 for children aged 6–12, ensuring an enjoyable Iftar for families.
INDULGE IN ‘RAMADAN NIGHTS’ AT INDIE 16
Experience ‘Ramadan Nights’ at Indi 16, an energetic Indian tapas bar situated at Citymax, where you can indulge in a special Iftar set menu available for only AED 79 per person. Offered every evening throughout the holy month, this thoughtfully crafted feast reflects the spirit of Ramadan, featuring a diverse selection of traditional and modern flavors, paired with live entertainment. Begin your Iftar with dates, watermelon, and a mix of dry nuts and fruits before moving on to appetizers such as Hummus, Fattoush, and Stuffed Vine Leaves, alongside a comforting lentil soup. Next, enjoy a hot mezze assortment including Spinach Fatayer, Cheese Sambousek, and Meat Kibbeh served with Tahini Dip and Mint Chutney. For the main course, savor delights like Middle Eastern Mixed Grill, Chicken Shish Tawook, and Chicken Mandi, served with fresh bread. Conclude your meal with irresistible desserts like Umm Ali and Mixed Baklawa, complemented by refreshing beverages that include tea, coffee, and soft drinks.
FLAVORFUL IFTAR OFFERINGS AT CLAY DUBAI
At CLAY Dubai, situated on the gorgeous Bluewaters Island, guests are invited to connect with family and friends to break their fast during Ramadan with a comforting and flavorful menu. This year, the Uramaki Wheel elevates Iftar with three luxurious maki rolls: the Kani Roll, featuring a rich crab and crispy prawn tempura, the Crunchy Furai made with salmon and smooth cream cheese, and the Beef Yakiniku roll crafted with tender Wagyu striploin and a hint of smokiness, each adorned with distinctive touches. Concluding the meal, the Kunafa Cheesecake dazzles with a combination of creamy cheesecake, lemongrass panna cotta, passion fruit mousse, succulent mango spheres, cacao streusel, and a refreshing blood orange zest. The Uramaki Wheel is priced at AED 255, while the Kunafa Cheesecake is offered at AED 75. With a welcoming ambiance encouraging guests to forge lasting memories, reservations are highly recommended for this exclusive experience available throughout Ramadan.
EXCEPTIONAL BITE SIZED FEAST AT DHABA LANE
During this Ramadan, Dhaba Lane, a premier Punjabi dining destination with four locations in Dubai, presents the ultimate “Dawat-e-Iftar” feast! Available for AED 65 for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus, this 6-course Iftar experience begins with dates, Rooh Afza Mojito, and Moradabad Jain Shikanji, followed by a variety of starters, grilled tikkas, hearty mains, freshly baked bread, and rice, culminating in indulgent desserts. Menu highlights feature Fruit Chaat, tangy Purani Dilli Ki Papri Chaat, Bhunna Masala Paneer Tikka, Ghalib Chicken Tikka, Mutton Kebab Gujjiya, Der Raat Ki Mutton Nihari, Arslan Chicken Korma, Hyderabadi Dal Tadka, Bade Miya Tawa Keema Pulao, Mawa Phirni, and Kunafa Pistachio Milk Cake, among others. For kids below 12 years, this delicious feast is available for only AED 35, as the joy of Iftar is meant to be shared with family! Quick details: Dawat-e-Iftar: A 6-Course Set Menu at Dhaba Lane, throughout Ramadan, available from 6pm to 9pm (À la carte available post 9pm), with locations in Karama, Garhoud, JLT, and Al Nahda.
EXPERIENCING A GRAND IFTAR AT BARBECUE DELIGHTS
This Ramadan, indulge in a lavish Iftar buffet at Barbecue Delights, a well-known Pakistani restaurant in JBR, offering breathtaking views of Ain Dubai. Featuring over 50 scrumptious dishes, the buffet highlights the best of Pakistani, Afghani, and North Indian cuisines, including diverse traditional Iftar items such as dates, Chana Chaat, Fruit Chaat, Dahi Baray, Haleem, Pakora, Samosa, and refreshing drinks like Rooh Afza. Guests can enjoy a wide selection of salads, fried delights, live BBQ grills, rice dishes, curries, and desserts, with standout choices including Fried Prawns (weekends only), Lahori Fried Fish, Mutton Seekh Kabab, Chicken Malai Tikka, Chicken Boti, Chicken Shashlik, Fish Tikka, Chicken Manchurian, Mutton Karahi, Chicken Qorma, Beef Nihari, Jelly, Jalebi, Shahi Turkey, Gulab Jamun, Badami Kheer, and many others. The Iftar buffet is priced at AED 85 on weekdays and AED 95 on weekends, with a special price of AED 45 for kids. Buffet hours are from sunset to 8:30 PM, making it the perfect venue to enjoy a delightful Iftar at Barbecue Delights.
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