The FACT UAE guide to the week ahead: 1 to 7 July
Food, fitness and fun in the sun await.
The first week of July has arrived, bringing with it breakfasts, brunches, wellness treatments and plenty of fun in the sun. Read on for our picks of the best things to do in the UAE this week.
Monday 1 July
Enjoy a six hands dinner
Renowned Chef Jason Atherton will host a unique culinary event at Row on 45. The exclusive event will unite him with two of the world’s most celebrated chefs: Chef Mohamad Orfali, whose restaurant Orfali Bros has been recognised by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, and Chef Grégoire Berger, the culinary mastermind behind the Michelin-starred Ossiano. Together with Chef Jason Atherton, they have created a bespoke 17-course menu for just 22 guests. Monday 1 July from 7:15pm. AED 1,545 per person, with an additional AED 1,345 for the wine pairing.
GO: Email rowon45.dubai@luxurycollection.com for reservations and more information.
Tuesday 2 July
Try the Zuma business lunch
Whether visiting for dinner, drinks, brunch, or a business lunch, a trip to the FACT award-winning Zuma is always a pleasurable experience. Their popular business lunch, also known as the Ebisu menu, features one miso soup, a choice of two starters and one main course from a special menu of signature dishes. Don’t miss the Beef Tataki with Truffle Ponzu, Grilled Australian Wagyu Rib Eye with Truffle Sauce, or the Miso Marinated Black Cod Don Buri. Available Monday to Thursday, from 12pm to 2pm. AED 159 per person (miso soup, two starters and one main course) or AED 81 per person (miso soup and one main course).
GO: Call 04 425 5660 for reservations or more information.
Wednesday 3 July
Swim under the stars
As the summer temperatures soar, the ideal respite from the intense sun is a cool, refreshing swim. At SĀN Beach on Palm West Beach, you can enjoy the allure of swimming under the moon and stars with late-night swim sessions. Indulge in the magic of a moonlit swim, luxuriating beneath the stars while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the pool bar until 9pm. Afterwards, enhance your evening with a sumptuous dinner at the restaurant.
GO: Follow @sanbeach.dubai on Instagram for more information.
Thursday 4 July
Celebrate the 4th of July
CLAW BBQ at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah celebrates Independence Day with gusto. Treat yourself to a special 4th of July menu featuring Southern comfort food. The venue has also lined up an array of entertainment, including beer pong, pool, and vintage arcade games. Of course, no visit to CLAW BBQ is complete without a ride on the infamous bucking bronco.
GO: Call 04 230 0054 for reservations and more information.
Friday 5 July
Experience contrast therapy
Co-founded by Layla Kardan and Hamdan Al Khafaji, Contrast Wellness is offering a 20% discount on all packages this summer, including ice bath services, infrared sauna sessions, hot magnesium baths, and Normatec compression therapy, with the purchase of five or ten sessions at both the Palm Jumeirah and City Walk locations. The studio offers an infrared sauna that uses infrared light to detoxify the body, improve circulation, and aid relaxation. The ice bath services are designed to invigorate, reduce inflammation, accelerate muscle recovery, and boost mental clarity.
GO: Visit @contrastwellness on Instagram for more information.
Saturday 6 July
Traverse the UAE’s longest swimming pool
Elevate your weekends with the Tono Brunch at Tapasake Dubai, located atop The Link at One&Only One Za’abeel. Specialising in Nikkei food and drinks, the concept combines Japanese and Peruvian food. Plus, the name itself is a combination of tapas and sake. This new Saturday brunch concept promises a luxurious experience that includes access to the country’s longest infinity pool. Available on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm (restaurant) and 4pm to 6pm (pool access). AED 385 (soft beverages) and AED 495 (house beverages).
GO: Visit www.sevenrooms.com for reservations and more information.
Sunday 7 July
Tuck into unlimited sushi
Renowned for its modern Japanese cuisine, Sumosan Dubai has introduced an unlimited sushi and maki offering. The specially designed menu boasts a variety of maki rolls, such as the Albermarle with salmon, avocado, and tempura flakes; the Buba with sea bass, truffle jalapeño, and tempura flakes; and the Spicy Hamachi with crunchy quinoa. Cooked options include the Dubai Roll with torched salmon, prawn tempura, asparagus, and house dukkah, and the crispy Prawn Tempura roll. Enhancing the dining experience, Sumosan offers a selection of finely crafted drinks. Available on Sundays, from 3pm to 6pm. AED 199 per person.
GO: Visit www.sumosan.com for reservations and more information.
