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Story of how Chef Atsushi Yamamoto's Konjiki Hototogisu became a Michelin success
Meet Japanese chef Yamamoto: From 8-seat diner in Tokyo to Michelin recognition in Japan and Dubai
Fujairah offers something particularly valuable: an underwater escape that does not require leaving the UAE. Image credit: https://divesandy.com/
Diving in Fujairah: Turtles, Coral and Marine Life Just a Two-Hour Drive From Dubai
Atlantis The Royal holds onto its Three MICHELIN Key status for a second year, while Atlantis, The Palm enters the MICHELIN Guide hotel selection for the first time in 2026.
Atlantis The Royal Retains Three MICHELIN Keys, Atlantis The Palm Joins Guide for the First Time
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How delivery riders became the backbone of UAE dining during crisis
Uptown Social at Uptown Tower, JLT, has built its September lineup around a few different reasons to show up. Anyone dining with a pet and ordering a main gets a complimentary dessert per table, available Monday to Friday. From 5pm, two mains and two beverages come to AED 119 during Social Evenings. Between 3pm and 5pm, a coffee paired with a blueberry muffin or orange cake is AED 35. Those working nearby in DMCC can get a two-course Business Lunch for AED 60, served weekdays from noon to 3pm. The café is open daily from 8am to 10pm.
Dubai's September Guide: Weekly Offers, Reopenings and Where to Eat This Month
Atlantis The Royal, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, and The Lana – earn spots on The World's 50 Best Hotels 2025 list
MICHELIN Guide Dubai Marks Its Fifth Edition on 6 October
Story of how Chef Atsushi Yamamoto's Konjiki Hototogisu became a Michelin success
Meet Japanese chef Yamamoto: From 8-seat diner in Tokyo to Michelin recognition in Japan and Dubai
Lourds Adalia-Evertse, a Filipina expatriate and co-founder of Spice Grill Sharjah_new
Filipina expat who came to the UAE at 19, now co-owns a successful restaurant
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How delivery riders became the backbone of UAE dining during crisis

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Atlantis The Royal, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, and The Lana – earn spots on The World's 50 Best Hotels 2025 list
MICHELIN Guide Dubai Marks Its Fifth Edition on 6 October
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Uptown Social at Uptown Tower, JLT, has built its September lineup around a few different reasons to show up. Anyone dining with a pet and ordering a main gets a complimentary dessert per table, available Monday to Friday. From 5pm, two mains and two beverages come to AED 119 during Social Evenings. Between 3pm and 5pm, a coffee paired with a blueberry muffin or orange cake is AED 35. Those working nearby in DMCC can get a two-course Business Lunch for AED 60, served weekdays from noon to 3pm. The café is open daily from 8am to 10pm.
Dubai's September Guide: Weekly Offers, Reopenings and Where to Eat This Month
September 7, 2026
September in Dubai is shaping up to be a busy one. There's a beachfront reopening, a battle of the bands...
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At Distrikt Social, Bloom Arjaan's all-day café and terrace, the food and beverage team is also looking at how the restaurant can appeal to a wider audience.
Can a building have taste? At Bloom Arjaan, the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi inspires a mille-feuille
August 15, 2026
At Distrikt Social, Bloom Arjaan's all-day café and terrace, the food and beverage team is also looking...
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Atlantis The Royal, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, and The Lana – earn spots on The World's 50 Best Hotels 2025 list
MICHELIN Guide Dubai Marks Its Fifth Edition on 6 October
Uptown Social at Uptown Tower, JLT, has built its September lineup around a few different reasons to show up. Anyone dining with a pet and ordering a main gets a complimentary dessert per table, available Monday to Friday. From 5pm, two mains and two beverages come to AED 119 during Social Evenings. Between 3pm and 5pm, a coffee paired with a blueberry muffin or orange cake is AED 35. Those working nearby in DMCC can get a two-course Business Lunch for AED 60, served weekdays from noon to 3pm. The café is open daily from 8am to 10pm.
Dubai's September Guide: Weekly Offers, Reopenings and Where to Eat This Month
At Distrikt Social, Bloom Arjaan's all-day café and terrace, the food and beverage team is also looking at how the restaurant can appeal to a wider audience.
Can a building have taste? At Bloom Arjaan, the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi inspires a mille-feuille
Dubai Indonesian restaurant Bobi Bowl blends traditional rice bowls with fine-dining techniques. Read more on Hotels of UAE.
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Learn how to make the perfect Beef Wellington at Fin & Bone Al Barari. New butchery masterclasses include sausage making and technical meat preparation.
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Discover the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai (Jan 18–20, 2026). The event reinforces the UAE as a global coffee hub and features national championships and auctions for the world’s rarest beans.
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Plan your Ramadan 2026 at Paramount Hotel Midtown. Experience Iftar at CineScope, high-altitude Suhoor at Malibu Sky Lounge, and restorative rituals at PAUSE Spa.
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Welcome 2026 at Viceroy’s Table Dubai. Enjoy colonial-inspired cuisine, live DJ entertainment, and premium festive packages in a sophisticated heritage setting.
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The Tap House Dubai Creek Harbour Launches New Weekly Social and Dining Calendar
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A Trio of Romance: SHI Hospitality Unveils Curated Valentine’s Dining Experiences From the sophisticated halls of MOLI to the elevated heights of SHI and the immersive energy of MEI, celebrate love with bespoke menus and artisanal desserts this February. Dubai, UAE — 14 January 2026: This Valentine’s Day, SHI Hospitality invites couples to explore the diverse landscapes of modern Asian gastronomy through three distinct lenses. Across MOLI by SHI, SHI, and MEI, the group has unveiled a series of thoughtfully curated set menus designed to highlight signature best-selling dishes while introducing exclusive, one-night-only desserts. Whether seeking contemporary Chinese refinement or a fusion of premium Japanese and Chinese flavors, each venue offers a sanctuary of operational excellence and intimate service. For those desiring a more personalized evening, all locations provide an à la carte option, ensuring every romantic narrative is perfectly accommodated. MOLI by SHI: Contemporary Chinese Refinement Located in the heart of Dubai City Walk, MOLI by SHI celebrates the occasion with a menu that balances bold flavors and delicate techniques. The Experience: The set menu (AED 595 per couple) features handcrafted dim sum, including lobster and Angus beef kimchi dumplings, alongside signature mains like red snapper with Gan Shao Yu sauce. The evening concludes with the Infinite Love dessert. Flexibility: À la carte dining is available with a minimum spend of AED 350 per person. SHI: Premium Flavors on the Waterfront At SHI, the journey is defined by luxury and a fusion of premium Chinese and Japanese influences, overlooking the glittering skyline. The Experience: Priced at AED 990 per couple, the set menu includes an artisan sushi platter, "Love Har Gau," and indulgent mains such as jasmine tea-smoked short ribs and miso-glazed black cod. The finale is the Sealed With Love dessert. Flexibility: À la carte dining is available with a minimum spend of AED 500 per person. MEI: Modern Immersion MEI offers a vibrant and immersive setting for couples who appreciate a modern twist on traditional Asian staples. The Experience: The set menu (AED 595 per couple) showcases premium dim sum and mains like grilled Chilean seabass and Wagyu beef with black pepper sauce, followed by the Sweet Temptation dessert. Flexibility: À la carte dining is available with a minimum spend of AED 500 per person. Beyond the Table: The Guardian of My Heart For those wishing to extend the celebration home, SHI Hospitality has introduced a limited-edition retail dessert: Guardian of My Heart. Available for takeaway across all three venues between 12–14 February, this artisanal creation (AED 150) offers a way to share the experience beyond the restaurant setting. To further enhance the evening, all venues offer the option to pre-order champagne by the glass or bottle, allowing for a seamless and celebratory toast upon arrival. Fact Box: Valentine’s Day 2026 What: Valentine’s Day Set Menus & Takeaway Desserts Where: MOLI by SHI (City Walk), SHI (Bluewaters), and MEI When: Friday, 14 February 2026 Booking Advantage: Champagne pre-orders are highly recommended for a personalized touch. Note: All prices are subject to a 7% municipality fee.
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GITANO Dubai at J1 Beach offers an exclusive beachfront Valentine’s brunch for 12 couples on 14 February 2026 with Tulum-inspired dining and live music.
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Valentine’s Day Dubai 2026: Discover SHI Hospitality’s Exclusive Asian Set Menus and Limited-Edition Desserts
Valentine’s Day Dubai 2026: Discover SHI Hospitality’s Exclusive Asian Set Menus and Limited-Edition Desserts
26 January, 2026
Ramadan 2026 Guide: The Best Iftars and Staycation Deals across the UAE
Ramadan 2026 Guide: The Best Iftars and Staycation Deals across the UAE
26 January, 2026
Ramadan at Paramount Hotel Midtown: Iftar at CineScope and Suhoor at Malibu Sky Lounge
Ramadan at Paramount Hotel Midtown: Iftar at CineScope and Suhoor at Malibu Sky Lounge
26 January, 2026
Discover Romantic Canal-Side Dining at Canal Central Hotel Business Bay
Discover Romantic Canal-Side Dining at Canal Central Hotel Business Bay
02 February, 2026
Abu Dhabi Ramadan 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Iftars and Suhoors
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GITANO Dubai Announces Exclusive Ceremonia Under the Stars Valentine’s Brunch
GITANO Dubai Announces Exclusive Ceremonia Under the Stars Valentine’s Brunch
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Chinese New Year 2026: Dubai’s Top Restaurants Launch Special Menus for Year of the Horse
Chinese New Year 2026: Dubai’s Top Restaurants Launch Special Menus for Year of the Horse
16 February, 2026
Läderach Unveils Spring 2026 Collection Featuring Artisanal Swiss Fruit Truffles
Läderach Unveils Spring 2026 Collection Featuring Artisanal Swiss Fruit Truffles
17 April, 2026
The Tap House Dubai Creek Harbour Announces New Weekly Waterfront Dining Schedule
The Tap House Dubai Creek Harbour Announces New Weekly Waterfront Dining Schedule
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Join 17-time GRAMMY winner Alicia Keys at Saadiyat Nights for the ultimate New Year’s Eve in Abu Dhabi. Fireworks, live music before and after the show, curated dining and premium hospitality set the stage for an unforgettable countdown to 2026 on Saadiyat Island
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IHG is launching its Garner Hotels brand in the Middle East, with two new hotels set for Dubai Al Jaddaf and Ras Al Khaimah and 285 rooms between them.
IHG Brings Garner Hotels to the Middle East With Two UAE Openings
A new hotel brand is on its way to the UAE. IHG Hotels & Resorts is launching Garner Hotels in the...
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Atlantis The Royal holds onto its Three MICHELIN Key status for a second year, while Atlantis, The Palm enters the MICHELIN Guide hotel selection for the first time in 2026.
Atlantis The Royal Retains Three MICHELIN Keys, Atlantis The Palm Joins Guide for the First Time
Atlantis The Royal holds onto its Three MICHELIN Key status for a second year, while Atlantis, The Palm...
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Rove Hotels Rolls Out Summer Stay Offers Across Dubai and the UAE
Rove Hotels Rolls Out Summer Stay Offers Across Dubai and the UAE
Rove Hotels offers 36-hour stays, monthly rates from AED 3,499, and breakfast with unlimited coffee across...
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IHG is launching its Garner Hotels brand in the Middle East, with two new hotels set for Dubai Al Jaddaf and Ras Al Khaimah and 285 rooms between them.
Atlantis The Royal, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, and The Lana – earn spots on The World's 50 Best Hotels 2025 list
Atlantis The Royal holds onto its Three MICHELIN Key status for a second year, while Atlantis, The Palm enters the MICHELIN Guide hotel selection for the first time in 2026.
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Uptown Social at Uptown Tower, JLT, has built its September lineup around a few different reasons to show up. Anyone dining with a pet and ordering a main gets a complimentary dessert per table, available Monday to Friday. From 5pm, two mains and two beverages come to AED 119 during Social Evenings. Between 3pm and 5pm, a coffee paired with a blueberry muffin or orange cake is AED 35. Those working nearby in DMCC can get a two-course Business Lunch for AED 60, served weekdays from noon to 3pm. The café is open daily from 8am to 10pm.
Fujairah offers something particularly valuable: an underwater escape that does not require leaving the UAE. Image credit: https://divesandy.com/
At Distrikt Social, Bloom Arjaan's all-day café and terrace, the food and beverage team is also looking at how the restaurant can appeal to a wider audience.
Dubai Indonesian restaurant Bobi Bowl blends traditional rice bowls with fine-dining techniques. Read more on Hotels of UAE.
Rove Hotels Rolls Out Summer Stay Offers Across Dubai and the UAE
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IHG is launching its Garner Hotels brand in the Middle East, with two new hotels set for Dubai Al Jaddaf and Ras Al Khaimah and 285 rooms between them.
IHG Brings Garner Hotels to the Middle East With Two UAE Openings
Atlantis The Royal holds onto its Three MICHELIN Key status for a second year, while Atlantis, The Palm enters the MICHELIN Guide hotel selection for the first time in 2026.
Atlantis The Royal Retains Three MICHELIN Keys, Atlantis The Palm Joins Guide for the First Time
Rove Hotels Rolls Out Summer Stay Offers Across Dubai and the UAE
Rove Hotels Rolls Out Summer Stay Offers Across Dubai and the UAE
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Meet Jason Alfonso, a barista who recently won the 2nd place at UAE International Marriott Barista Championship 2025. His winning recipe? A blend of sweet potato in the coffee, taking him right back to his very roots in the Philippines. As a kid, he had to sell sweet potatoes by the roadside, to help his family.
From selling sweet potatoes in Philippines to a barista at Sheraton in Dubai: Meet Jason Alfonso
https://youtu.be/LSTE49NWFnc EXCLUSIVE TO HOTELS OF UAE DUBAI, UAE: Every morning, as the espresso machine...
Italian-Canadian Chef Daniela Sfara
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Chef Daniela's supper club menu at at Dubai's Media One Hotel showcased curated regional dishes learned...
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House of Eleganza Introduces Handcrafted Silverware to Regional Hospitality Sector
PARTNERED CONTENT House of Eleganza, a Dubai-based design atelier, has launched its Hotelier Range of...
Meet Abdullah Al Janahi, a 17-year-old Emirati high school student who transformed a passion for Texas-style BBQ into Abdul's BBQ, a thriving Wagyu brisket business in Dubai. Learn how this young entrepreneur used YouTube tutorials to master his craft and his plans for a food truck, showcasing true entrepreneurial spirit in the UAE.
Emirati teen perfects the art of BBQ brisket from YouTube tutorials, launches successful business
Meet Abdullah Al Janahi, a 17-year-old Emirati high school student who transformed a passion for Texas-style...
In an exclusive interview with Hotels of UAE, JS Anand, CEO of LEVA Hotels, explains how mid-market hospitality is evolving in the GCC to meet the needs of Gen Z and bleisure travellers.
The Evolution of Value: An Exclusive Interview with JS Anand, Founder and CEO of LEVA Hotels
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Story of how Chef Atsushi Yamamoto's Konjiki Hototogisu became a Michelin success
Meet Japanese chef Yamamoto: From 8-seat diner in Tokyo to Michelin recognition in Japan and Dubai
Dubai, UAE: One man’s struggle and a humble, eight-seat diner. This is how Konjiki Hototogisu began,...
Dubai's hospitality sector is leading a transformation fueled by AI, sustainability, and blended travel. Learn how Novotel and Adagio are adapting to the experience-driven market.
Embracing Change: The Commercial Future of Dubai’s Hospitality Industry
Op-Ed: Dubai's hospitality sector is leading a transformation fueled by AI, sustainability, and blended...
Chef Moon at Hanu Restaurant, Dubai
Interview with Chef Moon: Redefining Korean Cuisine at Hanu Restaurant
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Discover The Saffron Society, Shraddha Barot Amariei's unique chef-led supper club in Dubai, offering intimate Indian fine dining experiences and redefining culinary narratives.
The Saffron Society: Dubai's Culinary Theatre Redefining Indian Progressive Dining
Discover The Saffron Society, Shraddha Barot Amariei's unique chef-led supper club in Dubai, offering...
Dubai expatriate Ekaterina Penkovskaya
Exclusive: This Dubai expatriate turns glass waste from restaurants into luxury designs
Discover Kattys' Designs, a Dubai studio by Ekaterina Penkovskaya, transforming discarded wine bottles...

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Lourds Adalia-Evertse, a Filipina expatriate and co-founder of Spice Grill Sharjah_new
Filipina expat who came to the UAE at 19, now co-owns a successful restaurant
Meet Jason Alfonso, a barista who recently won the 2nd place at UAE International Marriott Barista Championship 2025. His winning recipe? A blend of sweet potato in the coffee, taking him right back to his very roots in the Philippines. As a kid, he had to sell sweet potatoes by the roadside, to help his family.
From selling sweet potatoes in Philippines to a barista at Sheraton in Dubai: Meet Jason Alfonso
House of Eleganza Introduces Handcrafted Silverware to Regional Hospitality Sector_new
House of Eleganza Introduces Handcrafted Silverware to Regional Hospitality Sector
Discover The Saffron Society, Shraddha Barot Amariei's unique chef-led supper club in Dubai, offering intimate Indian fine dining experiences and redefining culinary narratives.
The Saffron Society: Dubai's Culinary Theatre Redefining Indian Progressive Dining
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