6 spectacular things to do this week in the UAE

Whether you’re looking for places to celebrate Orthodox Christmas or vibrant new restaurants, here are all the things to do this week in the UAE

Nobu

things to do this week in the UAE

Experience a Japanese-Peruvian-inspired Orthodox Christmas at Nobu with live entertainment by the resident DJ and a curated menu featuring a selection of dishes such as a Whole roasted lobster, Wagyu foie gras gyoza dashi parmesan, and Caviar platter.

January 8. 6pm-11pm. Call +971 4 426 1000.

Mogao

The modern Pan-Asian restaurant Mogao has finally arrived in the UAE with culinary delights that include Korean chicken wings, Tsukune, Har Gau, Shrimp tempura roll, and signature concoctions. The licensed restaurant follows a quarterly menu cycle, offering seasonal and elevated dishes with every launch.

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Bussola

Sited at Jumeirah Golf Estates, Bussola boasts an extensive range of newly-launched Italian dishes for the new year. From the Yellow Fin Tuna Tartare and Slow-cooked Veal to the winter warmer additions Zuppa di Pesce (Mediterranean seafood soup) and Minestrone with Seasonal Vegetables, diners are welcome to explore its selection of flavourful dishes. For desserts, indulge in the Honey Ghaf parfait and a bowl of fresh berries at the fine dining restaurant.

Available for lunch and dinner. Call +9714 586 7760 or email jgebookings@bussola.ae.

Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel

Celebrate Orthodox Christmas with soulful festive tunes from a vibrant live band and a lavish feast of Roast Turkey and Borscht, as well as live cooking stations featuring seafood, lobster, pasta, and Arabic shawarma. The little ones will also have their own kids’ buffet and exciting activities at the Kids Club. End the brunch on a sweet note with a Hazelnut Caramel Yule log, Pashka, and Russian Honey Cake.

M One Restaurant. January 7. 12:30pm-4pm. AED169 per person. AED59 for kids between 6 – 12 years. Free for kids under 6 years. Call +971586060831 or email restaurants.mpbh@millenniumhotels.com.

Chival

things to do this week

Chival at La Ville Hotel & Suites has unveiled its special breakfast menu with healthy and vegan-friendly dishes curated by Executive Chef Alan-Paul Todd. The menu features Tofu scramble, Potato masala dosa, a Truffle omelette, French toast with apple compote and vanilla cream, Acai bowl, and more. Breakfast lovers can opt for the unlimited breakfast deal and explore the entire menu.

Monday-Friday. From 6.30-11am. Call +9714 403 3111.