It’s just a few days until the most auspicious month in the UAE, Ramadan 2025, kicks off, bringing a beam of joy. Offers and deals are taking over multiple places, ensuring that both residents and tourists have endless options to enjoy the famous Iftar and Suhoor meals. If you want to have a great time and paint the town red this weekend, here’s what you can check out.
Shvili and Osteria Mario
At Osteria Mario, guests can enjoy a special Iftar menu for AED119 per person, which includes juice, water, dates, a choice of soup, a half portion of salad, main course options such as pizza, fettuccini, pasta, and grilled chicken breast, followed by a warm dessert. Meanwhile, Shvili presents a Georgian-inspired Ramadan menu for AED129 per person, featuring Georgian mezze, soups, salads, and main courses like Chakhokhbili and Chashushuli, complemented by Baklava or Khinkali Cheesecake for dessert. Additionally, Shvili offers Adult Masterclasses at Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi and Festival City Mall. These hands-on culinary workshops teach the art of making Khinkali and Khachapuri, followed by a delicious lunch. The classes are available on selected dates for AED169.
Oche Dubai
Oche Dubai is combining social gaming with exclusive deals to make Ramadan nights even more exciting. Enjoy 50% off dart booths throughout the month, perfect for breaking fast or a fun post-Iftar activity with up to 12 people. There’s also a special late-night deal called Darts After Dark, where guests pay for one hour of darts and get another hour free, available every night from 10 PM. Additionally, Oche is offering an extra 10% off event packages for Ramadan gatherings and team-building sessions if booked before the end of February.
Querida
This Ramadan, Querida offers a unique Iftar experience from sunset until 9 PM, where diners can enjoy a special 3-course set menu for just AED75. The meal begins with a Dates Taquito, offering a sweet twist on crispy tacos, accompanied by refreshing hibiscus water. For the main course, guests can indulge in Guacamole, Salsas, and the mouth-watering Oman Chips Birria Quesadilla, a flour tortilla stuffed with slow-cooked beef, melted cheese, and spices. To complement the bold flavors, a chilled Pistachio Horchata is served, followed by a sweet finish of crispy Churros drizzled in rich Cajeta, a Mexican caramel sauce.
Paramount Hotel Midtown
This Ramadan, Paramount Hotel Midtown in Dubai offers an experience inspired by Old Hollywood and the spirit of the Holy Month. Scenes of Ramadan: The Flavours of Arabia introduces a star-studded Iftar featuring 22 carefully curated dishes, each representing the iconic stars of Paramount Pictures and honoring the traditions of Ramadan. Guests can enjoy an extravagant Iftar buffet at CineScope Restaurant, savor sweet treats, and indulge in breathtaking Suhoor at Malibu Sky Lounge, located on the 64th floor, with stunning views. Iftar is available from 6 PM to 9 PM at AED190 for adults and AED90 for children (6-11 years old), with exclusive packages available for Paramount Discovery members. For Suhoor, the Malibu Sky Lounge offers a Majlis buffet from 8 PM to 12 AM, starting at AED115 per person.
Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet
Le Gourmet at Galeries Lafayette is offering a meticulously crafted Iftar sharing menu this Ramadan, featuring a symphony of international flavors. Begin your culinary experience with savory beef kibbeh, Medjool dates, comforting lentil soup, and vibrant fattoush. The main course offers a selection of exquisite grilled meats, aromatic tandoori chicken, creamy butter chicken curry, tender shawarma, and Indian-spiced lamb shank. This is at AED180 per set menu, with an additional AED50 for an add-on main course.
Dave’s exclusive Hot Box
This Ramadan, Dave’s Hot Chicken – The Hot Box, offers three delicious options: 10 large-sized tenders, 10 sliders, or 40 of Dave’s famous bites, available in a variety of spice levels ranging from No Spice to the daring ‘Reaper™’, which requires signing a waiver. The meal is complemented by sides of house-made Kale Slaw, creamy Mac & Cheese, crispy Fries, loaded shakes, and creamy slushers. Available at all Dave’s Hot Chicken locations across the UAE for dine-in, takeaway, or delivery. Additionally, the Dave’s Hot Chicken food truck will be present at the Hai Ramadan event at Al Wasl Dome, Expo City Dubai.
Millennium Plaza Downtown
This Ramadan, Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai invites guests to experience a truly memorable Iftar in the elegant Jumairah Ballroom. The hotel’s grand Iftar buffet offers a rich selection of Arabian delicacies alongside international favorites, ensuring a diverse and flavorful culinary experience. The buffet is available on weekdays (Monday – Friday) for AED225 per adult and AED113 per child, and on weekends (Saturday – Sunday) for AED275 per adult and AED138 per child. An early bird offer is also available, offering a 50% discount on bookings confirmed before Ramadan.
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