Our picks of the hottest happenings this weekend.
If you thought the UAE was quiet in September, think again. The UAE is filled with exciting things to do. So, whether you’re after staycations, spas or swimming – here’s what you need to know.
Friday 19 September
Try the brilliant breakfast at Blume
Blume’s Silk Road spirit now greets early risers with The Breakfast Society, a daily deal that pairs one breakfast dish with coffee, tea or a soft drink. The menu blends comfort and creativity, featuring dishes such as the Classic Croissant Toast and Cinnamon French Toast, as well as options like the Levantine Breakfast or Smoked Salmon Draniki, accompanied by crisp potato pancakes. Available daily from 9am to 11am. AED 59 per person.
GO: Visit www.blumedubai.com for more information.
Tuck into Tokyo Street Food Nights at Matagi
Step into the buzz of Tokyo after dark at Matagi, where a new street food experience channels the city’s flavour and energy. The menu reimagines favourites with a modern twist, from Black Cod Gyoza glazed in the style of the restaurant’s signature Black Cod to juicy Striploin Kushiyaki and delicate Tuna Onigiri. Pair your picks with artisanal cocktails inspired by Tokyo’s nightlife for a session that is equal parts vibrant and refined. Available daily from 6pm to 8pm and 10pm to midnight.
GO: Visit www.raffles.com for more information.
Grab a slice at Lazy Cat
Set among the trees of Al Quoz Pond Park, Lazy Cat is renowned for its serene setting, blue matcha, and Japanese fluffy pancakes. Now it adds Pizza Evenings, a daily offer that rewards sharing, in which a spend of AED 170 between two guests equates to a complimentary pizza. Menu highlights include the Four Cheese, Salami Marinara or Spicy Garlic Honey. Available daily from 6pm to 9pm.
GO: Visit eatlazycat.com for more information.
Saturday 20 September
Enjoy breakfast aboard an abra
Set across the sleek wooden decks of Lady Nara, expect panoramic views to accompany your breakfast as you glide along the waters of Dubai’s historic creek. The meal features Balaleet Eggs Benedict, Batata wa Bayd with Sujuk and Emirati chebab pancakes scented with saffron. A shareable mezze spread rounds things out with Hummus, Labneh and mini Manakeesh. Available on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30am to 11:30am. AED 199 for adults and AED 159 for children.
GO: Visit nara.ae for more information.
Have brunch by the sea at Saadiyat Beach Club
Experience the Farm to Beach Brunch at Safina Restaurant, where Saadiyat’s shoreline provides the perfect backdrop for fresh, locally sourced dishes. Tuck into premium seafood and seasonal produce, paired with gourmet touches that keep the flavours bright and beach-ready. Available on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm. Prices from AED 345 per person.
GO: Visit www.saadiyatbeachclub.ae for more information.
Try the new look Seafire Steakhouse
Seafire Steakhouse & Bar at Atlantis, The Palm marks 17 years with a contemporary refresh that honours its New York roots. The reimagined bar pours playful signatures, while the restaurant’s dry-age program anchors the menu with 45-day cuts and exclusive Imperial Blossom Australian Wagyu. Expect oysters from Dibba Bay, Gillardeau and Emperor, a towering seafood platter, and the theatrical Golden Bar dessert. Open daily 6pm to 11pm.
GO: Visit atlantis.com for more information.
Sunday 21 September
Join the family brunch at Yalumba
Make Sundays a family affair at Yalumba, where big appetites and little imaginations thrive. Feast on an international buffet while children stay entertained with face painting, balloon art, magic shows, acrobat acts and hands-on pizza making. Upbeat music, friendly service and plenty of space keep grown-ups relaxed from start to finish. Available on Sundays from 1pm to 4pm. AED 225 (soft beverages), AED 325 (house beverages), AED 395 (premium beverages) and AED 115 (children aged six to 12 years).
GO: Visit www.sevenrooms.com for more information.
Try the St Practice Day Sunday Roast at McGettigan’s
Get into the St Partick’s Day spirit early with the St. Practice Day Sunday Roast at McGettigan’s Ibn Battuta Gate. The family-friendly celebration marks the halfway point to St. Patrick’s Day with a lively afternoon of food and festivities. Expect a traditional roast with all the trimmings, live music, Irish dancers, and family entertainment, along with face painting to keep the little ones entertained. Available on. Sunday, 21 September, from 2pm to 5pm. AED 139 per roast dinner or AED 499 for a sharing roast for four people.
GO: Visit www.mcgettigans.com for more information.
Spend a night at the opera
Few works have shaped music like Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. Its four-note opening has come to represent fate, resolve, and ultimate triumph. For one exceptional night at Dubai Opera, audiences can hear two of his most celebrated “number five” masterpieces: the heroic Symphony No. 5 and the majestic Piano Concerto No. 5. Heard together in a performance by the Hungarian State Opera Orchestra, they chart Beethoven’s evolution from Classical poise to Romantic power.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
