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Welcome 2026 with soulful flavours, refined Persian hospitality and one of Dubai’s most atmospheric waterfront settings at Anar, as the iconic restaurant marks New Year’s Eve following its recent reopening at Souk Madinat Jumeirah.

The Stables on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai is very inviting and a must-visit!

It delivers a thoroughly satisfying dining experience. The food was excellent, with the roast chicken cooked to perfection and a lamb dish that truly stood out for its flavor and tenderness. Drinks were equally well executed and promptly delivered.

The classic toffee pudding made for a comforting and well-balanced dessert. Mouth-Watering.

The music selection added to the atmosphere, setting a relaxed and enjoyable tone for the afternoon.

Live music begins in the early evening, which we unfortunately missed, but it’s a feature that clearly adds to the venue’s appeal. Overall, The Stables impresses with strong food, good drinks, and a lively ambiance.

This festive season, The Stables Dubai transforms into a cosy winter escape filled with nostalgic charm, seasonal flavours, and joyful celebrations. Known for its warm British hospitality, the iconic gastropub is rolling out a month-long programme including a comforting Festive Menu, and heartwarming Christmas Wishlist activation.

Rodeo Drive Ibn Battuta Gate, Dubai’s newest all-American dining and entertainment hotspot, invites guests to celebrate the magic of Christmas with an array of festive experiences — from a lively Christmas Family Brunch to indulgent Dine-In.

This Christmas, Zenon Dubai, the city’s most imaginative Mediterranean-Asian dining destination, invites guests to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year through “A Winter Reverie” — a festive experience where winter elegance meets celestial light.

Revelry, the modern Indian tapas bar in Dubai Hills, invites guests to celebrate the festive season with a Christmas A La Carte experience inspired by its globally influenced Passport Menu. The menu marks a bold evolution for Revelry, blending Indian soul with international flair to create small plates that are both comforting and adventurous.

DREAM Dubai, the city’s most celebrated immersive dinner-and-show destination, is wrapping the season in sparkle as it transforms into a glamorous festive escape overlooking the JBR skyline. Throughout the holidays, guests are invited to step into a Christmas Dream, where every night feels like a celebration and every moment is designed to dazzle.

Dubai’s food scene is one of the most diverse in the world, offering a culinary journey that reflects the city’s multicultural population. With residents from over 200 nationalities, Dubai has become a melting pot of flavors, traditions, and cooking styles. The city’s dining landscape ranges from street food stalls and family-run eateries to Michelin-starred restaurants and celebrity chef concepts. What makes Dubai’s food culture unique is the authenticity of its offerings. Whether someone is craving Indian biryani, Lebanese mezze, Japanese sushi, or Ethiopian injera, they can find dishes prepared by chefs who bring their heritage to the table.

Say hello to Lady Bird, the newest cocktail-led neighbourhood bar created by 7 Management, opening its doors today at the highly anticipated 25 Jump Street. Full of character, playful charm and a hint of cheek, Lady Bird is a cosy corner for drinks with personality, comforting bites and stories waiting to unfold.

Antika has introduced a new weekly Ladies’ Night every Sunday, bringing an extra dose of energy to its social calendar just in time for the holiday season. As the year fills with reasons to celebrate, it is the perfect excuse to gather the girls and enjoy an evening that feels both effortless and fun.

Known as one of the city’s most vibrant Levantine dining and entertainment destinations, Antika continues to bring people together over good food, uplifting music, and a lively atmosphere. Every Sunday from 9.00pm to 12.30am, ladies can enjoy a two-course menu with free-flowing selected drinks for AED 175 or upgrade the experience with shisha for AED 240.

True to Antika’s signature style, the evening is about far more than just dining. Guests can expect a high-energy oriental experience, with upbeat music, engaging performances, and a crowd that loves to celebrate. The menu features a generous selection of mezze, fresh salads and warm bites, including edamame, tarama aubergine, calamari, lamb bao and Wagyu beef sliders, setting the tone for a relaxed and flavour-filled night.

With popular cocktails such as Mojitos, Cosmos and Passion Fruit Martinis included, the experience effortlessly blends quality food, flowing drinks and the feel-good atmosphere Antika is known for. Located on 25 Jump Street, the UAE’s first licensed street, the venue provides a vibrant backdrop for the brand’s latest Ladies’ Night. Whether it is a festive catch-up or a spontaneous Sunday celebration, Antika offers the perfect setting to toast the holiday season with friends.

Ladies Night packages:

Two dishes & free-flowing selected drinks – AED 175 
Two dishes & free-flowing with 1 Shisha – AED 240