Light up your spark at Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection
Sponsored: Al Habtoor City has long been a place for friends and family to gather for the festive season, and this year is no different.
Snuggled on the side of the Dubai Water Canal, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection offers an eclectic lifestyle destination encompassing three luxurious hotels and the region’s first permanent show, La Perle. Over the years, Al Habtoor City has become THE place to celebrate the festive season thanks to its winter market and varied dining destinations for brunches, festive dinners and everything in between.
The Winter Garden
Situated in front of Habtoor Palace Dubai, the annual Winter Garden has returned for another year of Yuletide festivities. Visitors can enjoy a selection of food stalls, live music, carol singing, a giant Christmas tree and surprise visits from Santa Claus. If there’s one place in Dubai to help you get into the festive spirit, then this is it! Open daily until 30 April 2022, from 5pm to midnight.
GO: Call 04 435 5577 for more information.
Festive Afternoon Tea at Sidra, Habtoor Palace Dubai
Sidra, meaning ‘heavenly tree’ in Arabic, is a relaxing lounge and the ideal spot to indulge in a festive afternoon tea. Celebrate the holiday season and spread festive cheer with sweet treats, savoury snacks and hot festive beverages specially curated for the occasion. The festive afternoon tea at Sidra includes delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones, smoked salmon and gravlax trolley, a special festive hot dish of the day and homemade pastries. Available daily, from 3pm to 6pm. AED195 per person.
GO: Call 04 435 5577 for reservations and more information.
Christmas Eve Dinner at World Cut Steakhouse, Habtoor Palace Dubai
Indulge in festive specialities at this warm and inviting steakhouse, where sumptuous dark interiors and the finest cuts of meat result in a memorable meal. Celebrate the night before Christmas with live entertainment and enjoy a decadent Christmas Eve dinner with a twist. Friday 24 December, from 7.30pm to 11pm. AED 395 (four-course menu, food only).
GO: Call 04 435 5577 for reservations and more information.
A Festive Family Reunion at The Market, Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City
Gather your nearest and dearest for a proper Christmas Day Brunch amidst the festive surrounds of The Market. Expect a festive feast bursting with traditional Christmas favourites, including roast turkey with all the trimmings and various sweet treats. A fully inclusive family affair, Christmas Brunch at The Market includes a live DJ, a dedicated play area to keep the little ones entertained, plus a surprise visit from Santa. Saturday 25 December, from 1pm to 4:30pm. AED 400 (soft beverages), AED 525 (house beverages) and AED 750 (Champagne).
GO: Call 04 435 5577 for reservations and more information.
Belle Epoque at BQ – French Kitchen & Bar, Habtoor Palace Dubai
Ensure this New Year’s Eve is one to remember, and add a little Parisian flair to your celebrations with dinner at BQ – French Kitchen & Bar. Expect live entertainment alongside a beautiful spread of traditional appetisers, fresh seafood, a live carving station, an artisan French cheese display, homemade pastries and free-flowing house beverages. Ring in 2022 in a quintessentially French way while making long-lasting memories with family and friends. Friday 31 December, from 7:30pm. AED 450 (soft beverages), AED 595 (house beverages and a glass of bubbly at midnight) and a 50% discount for children aged five to twelve years.
GO: Call 04 435 5577 for reservations and more information.