From ultimate spots to celebrate special occasions to exciting new offerings to indulge in, here are the things to do in the UAE in May 2025
BA-Boldly Asian
Enjoy a playful, flavour-filled dining experience with the Lazy Susan Set Menu at BA, Fairmont The Palm. Perfect for sharing, this rotating feast brings Asian fusion favourites to the table—from crispy starters and bold mains to delicious desserts. Served on a classic Lazy Susan, it’s all about good food, great company, and a touch of surprise.
Sunday to Thursday. Until May 31. AED149 per person. Call +971 4 457 3457 or email palm.dining@fairmont.com. Visit website.
BOCA and Revelry
BOCA, Dubai’s MICHELIN Green Star restaurant, collaborates with Bib Gourmand-awarded Revelry to present a cross-cultural tapas experience blending Spanish tradition with Indian creativity. The collaboration features a curated selection of eight signature tapas — four from each restaurant — available à la carte or as part of two set menu options. Dishes range from BOCA’s Octopus Skewer and Creamy Short Rib Rice to Revelry’s Caramelised Onion Kachori and Butter Pepper Garlic Crab Pie Tee. Guests can enjoy the experience with flexible menu choices and thoughtful drink pairings.
Contact +971 4 323 1833.
Viceroy’s Table
This new fine-dining concept blends the opulence of colonial-era Gymkhana clubs with bold, modern flair, offering a refined take on Anglo-Indian cuisine. Dishes such as Champaran Mutton and Mysore Pak Tiramisu are presented with theatrical touches, creating a visually immersive and nostalgic dining experience. Set within interiors inspired by Kolkata and Pondicherry mansions, the space echoes heritage and grandeur while celebrating inventive dishes.
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folly Brasserie
This new breakfast experience offers a refined weekend ritual, set within a picturesque glasshouse surrounded by olive trees and flowing fountains. Guests can enjoy a degustation-style morning menu that begins with artisanal teas, coffees and a trolley of pastries, followed by elegant main dishes such as Crab Crumpet, Cured Salmon with Poached Egg, and a decadent Breakfast Roll with Foie Gras. The experience ends on a refreshing note with an exotic fruit plate, with optional bubbles available for a celebratory touch.
Saturday and Sunday, from Contact +9714 363 1248.
L’Amo Bistro del Mare
Set at Dubai Harbour, L’Amo Bistro del Mare introduces a new Sunday lunch inspired by the warmth and charm of Italian coastal gatherings. Guests can enjoy sharing antipasti like Angus Beef Carpaccio and Seafood Catalana, followed by comforting classics such as Calamarata Pasta with Seafood and Crespella alla Norma. Desserts include Pastiera Napoletana, Strawberry Soup with Vanilla Ice Cream, and assorted Pasticcini.
Sunday, from 1-4pm. AED325 per person. Contact +9714 278 4800.
Maison Dali
Maison Dali is set to open at The Opus by Zaha Hadid in Business Bay, offering a Mediterranean-Japanese brasserie experience led by Chef Tristin Farmer. The menu blends Japanese techniques with Mediterranean flavours, featuring inventive dishes, an interactive flambé trolley, and a creative plant-based selection, all complemented by an art-inspired beverage programme. Designed as an immersive, surrealist dining destination, Maison Dali boasts a photogenic interior, an intimate terrace, a private dining room, and a soon-to-be-unveiled late-night supper club.
Contact +9714 257 9554.
Sucre
Sucre’s Saturday brunch provides a taste of Argentina, serving up impressive dishes in a setting perfect for weekend gatherings. The menu, featuring renowned Argentinian Chef Fernando Trocca’s creations, reflects a rich culinary heritage blending local flavours with Mediterranean influences. Guests can also enjoy a delightful live dessert presentation by Sucre’s skilled pastry chefs.
Saturday, from 1-4pm. From AED370 per person. Visit website.