The holiday season means you have many long, lazy days ahead of you to spend with friends and family – and what better way to while away a few happy hours than in one of Dubai’s excellent restaurants? The emirate is known as a culinary hot-spot, and it’s easy to see (and taste!) why. Any kind of food your tummy desires is but a taxi ride away. Three of our not-to-miss gems include a Greek favourite, the hottest New York import, and a new beach hangout – and we know just what to shop to wear to each of them. Bon appétit!
1. OPA
So you won’t make it the Greek isles this holiday – that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy authentic kleftiko and the most fabulous deconstructed baklava this side of the Mediterranean. The vibe is chilled, with lots of dancing and plate smashing.
Where: Fairmont Dubai
Dress code: Laid-back chic
A vibrant maxi so you stand out from the crowd, subtle jewellery touches and metallic flats for dancing. Opa!
Shop the look:
Missguided one shoulder pleated maxi dress
Zara tied metallic ballerinas
Charles & Keith textured U-shaped tote bag
Maria Black Twin Medi earcuff
Max Fashion polka dots printed hair band
2. INDOCHINE
Everyone who’s anyone has partied at Indochine in New York, which has been a favourite of the fashion and art in-crowd for decades. The celebrity hot spot is known for its much-copied banana leaf wallpaper, cool vibe and Vietnamese fusion food. The good news is, it’s now open in Dubai! So break out your slickest city ensemble – we’re talking slinky party dress, high heels and fabulous hair.
Where: Level 1, Gate Precinct Building 3, DIFC
Dress code: New York cool
Shop the look:
Mango sequined gown
Massimo Dutti black mock croc heeled sandals
Asos Design quilted zip top clutch bag
Trendyol linear drop earrings
3. BAREFOOT LOUNGE
At this new Jumeirah favourite, you sit under the stars on the beach – no shoes required! Break out your summer-ready playsuit for sundowners and stay for the delicious seaside sliders, chicken scallops and homemade brownies with honeycomb.
Where: Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa
Dress code: Island vibe
Shop the look:
Zara jumpsuit with pockets
Vince Camuto Ezzina slide sandals
Vero Moda 2-pack Adella small hair clips
Victoria’s Secret VS Paradise Night Out wristlet
