Dubai’s diverse gastronomic scene comes to life with a range of creative Iftar and Suhoor options under the Ramadan in Dubai Campaign.
The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) is inviting the community to connect during its Ramadan in Dubai Campaign.
Offering specially curated menus featuring international and authentic Emirati flavours to festive dining settings, there’s a delightful array of opportunities for everyone to celebrate the spirit of the season.
Nowhere epitomises this festive community feel more than the city’s Ramadan tents, where families and friends gather to share laughter and stories, as they break their fast.
Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf features the Zabeel Iftar tent where Arabic cuisine takes centre stage, complemented by live qanun players.
At SLS Dubai, an Arabesque set-up among clouds serves panoramic vistas of the city with Iftar served at an opulent Ramadan tent on the 75th floor. Adorned with plush seating, colourful lanterns and traditional carpets, this is one of the most luxurious tents in the city.
Madinat Jumeirah features its annual Al Majlis tent delighting residents and tourists with a delectable array of options for all tastes. Set against one of Dubai’s most iconic backdrops, it promises an unforgettable dining experience.
Fairmont The Palm also welcomes back its much-loved majlis. The outdoor garden tent features open buffet stations offering a selection of Middle Eastern and international dishes, accompanied by live Arabian entertainers and musicians, creating an immersive dining experience.
Meanwhile, at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah, guests are treated to the epitome of luxury. Warm interiors adorned with gold decorative detailing create an inviting atmosphere, complementing the lavish spread of traditional specialities and bestsellers from the hotel’s esteemed restaurants, including Netsu by Ross Shonhan and the Michelin-starred Tasca by José Avillez.
Dubai’s restaurants are also offering an extraordinary array of Iftar and Suhoor options, with selections and price points for all budgets.
Arabian Tea House invites residents and visitors to indulge in a special Emirati Iftar experience, titled ‘From the farm to your plate’, featuring 100 percent sustainable dishes crafted from ingredients sourced directly from their own farm.
For those craving authentic Middle Eastern flavours, Al Mashowa in Riverland Dubai offers a captivating dining experience under the stars, where live cooking brings Arabian dishes to life. Each evening, guests can enjoy a specially curated Iftar menu featuring heritage-inspired delicacies with tunes of an oud player and performances from tanoura dancers every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
For market lovers, the highly anticipated second edition of the Ramadan Street Food Festival is set to take place from 22nd March to 7th April at the Sheikh Hamdan Colony in Karama. The event promises a vibrant community atmosphere where attendees can delve into local flavours, enjoy entertainment, and admire festive decorations.
Global Village is renowned as Dubai’s multicultural hub. Set amid a vibrant outdoor ambience, this nightly feast showcases a diverse array of cuisines, promising to satisfy every taste bud.
Ramadaniyat at The Hub at Majlis Al Khawaneej offers families and friends the chance to explore a diverse array of food offerings from various vendors. This delightful event provides a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together, extending well into the evening.
In if you want to stay in-doors, Careem’s ‘Everything App’ has introduced a new feature enabling Dubai residents and tourists to explore, book, and pre-pay for Iftar packages at over 200 venues. Notable establishments include Jun’s Downtown Dubai, Terrace Between the Towers at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, and Al Sultan Majlis at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. Customers can enjoy instant savings ranging from 15 percent to 50 percent on their dining bills across all venues, along with an additional 30 percent off their Hala Taxi rides to and from the venues.
Notes from the Editor: Launched by the Dubai Media Council under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council (DMC), the ‘Ramadan In Dubai’ campaign brings the public and private sectors together for the first time for a unified celebration of the Holy Month.
