The iconic Palace Downtown is serving exquisite international culinary delights this summer

Discover some of the most sensational dining destinations and relaxing spa treatments in Dubai

June in Dubai is hot, hot, hot but to keep cool, head indoors to the grandeur of Palace Downtown, Dubai.

Get to feast on exquisite culinary delights from the Middle East to Argentina and beyond and when you have had your fill, kick back with one of the enticing.

Not only will you be dining on Dubai’s best culinary delights, you’ll also be privy to picturesque views of the iconic Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain.

 

WHERE TO EAT

 

Ewaan

 

Ewaan Dubai

A treat for both the palate and the senses, this rather delightfulclassic Middle Eastern restaurant dishes up a delicious mix of Arabic and Oriental cuisine. The buffet-style dishes are available in a background of regal arches and charming wooden trellis. For those wishing to brave the heat, there’s even an open-air terrace as well as traditional private dining alcoves.

 

Layalies of Palace – Arabian Night

 

Palace Downtown Dubai

A traditional Arabic culinary adventure awaits Included on the menu is a variety of Middle Eastern dishes, including a buffet of salads, appetisers and sweets. There’s also entertainment to serenade while you dine, as live oud singers and belly dancers head to the floor. A true exotic journey of discovery, this is the perfect way to spend a Thursday night to remember.

Every Thursday, 630pm to 10.30pm. Arabic buffet including salads, appetisers, and sweets. AED325 per person with soft beverages. For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

Layalies of Palace – World’s Collection

 

Ewaan Dubai

Savour the culinary diversity of Dubai, where the World’s Collection serves global platters to your table. Head to the live cooking stations while swaying to the beats and tuck into delicious bites from near and far, Fridays at Ewaan are not to be missed! This is the ideal way to kick-start your weekend in the most delicious fashion.

Every Friday, 6.30pm to 10.30pm. Tuck into open buffet with platters from all around the world. AED325 per person with soft beverages. For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

Flavours Brunch 

 

Flavours Brunch At Ewaan Dubai

The weekend’s here which can mean only one thing, time to head to Ewaan for a scrumptious brunch at Ewaan. The buffet spread is filled with favourites, with the addition of a live outdoor BBQ station along with a stellar Omani lobster. Vibe to relaxing tunes as you indulge in a fresh and flavourful meal at one of Dubai’s most sought-after restaurants.

Every Saturday, 1pm to 4pm. Brunch buffet with outdoor BBQ, inclusive of Omani lobsters. AED349 per person with soft beverages, AED499 per person with house beverages. For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

Seafood Night

All the best catch is prepared and served at Ewaan where the most delicious range of seafood from crab to lobsters, sushi, shrimps, and so much more, await. Feast on the freshest picks from the sea and let the jewels of the ocean come right to your plate.

Every Saturday, from 7pm to 10.30pm. Variety of seafood dishes served buffet-style. AED325 per person with soft beverages. For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

Buhayra Lounge

Float above the Dubai Fountain on a unique floating deck at Buhayra Lounge to experience elite poolside dining. There’s food-tastic tempting options to choose from, so start by sitting back in a traditional Arabic tent and enjoy the sights of Dubai Opera and the iconic Burj Khalifa. Blow on some flavoursome hubbly-bubbly and refreshing beverages before indulging in Buhayra’s laid-back ambience.

 

Happy Hours at Buhayra Lounge

Want to be happy? Then head to Buhayra Lounge where happy hour runs from 4pm to 6pm no less than every single day of the week. house beverages are a tantalising AED35 each. Boasting an extensive range of tasty hubbly-bubbly to complement your tipples, you’ll be sure to leave happier than you came, no matter the occasion.

Daily, 4pm to 6pm. AED35 on selected beverages, AED130 per flavoured hubbly bubbly. For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

Asado

Argentina is calling as you enter Asado, a steakhouse known for its menu that pays homage to impeccable South American delicacies. With an authentic in-house ‘Parrilla’ to prepare delicious age-old traditional dishes, the open grill truly makes Asado an iconic restaurant to visit. Expect to be treated to the most succulent steaks, coupled with a lavish atmosphere and brilliant service as your every need is catered to at this incredible dining destination.

 

La Peñia Brunch – A trip to Argentina 

Experience the best of Latin America right from your table through Asado’s celebrated bunch that treats you to a plethora of irresistible flavours. With plenty of tasty bites to enjoy plus some tantalising beverages to wash it all down, you’ll be spoiled for choice during this culinary extravaganza. A destination that offers a true culinary fiesta, the La Peñia will surely not disappoint!

Every Sunday, 12.30pm to 3:30pm. Brunch including a variety of Argentinian dishes with soft and house beverages. AED325 per person with soft beverages, AED450 per person with house beverages. For bookings, 04 428 7961 

 

SUMMER PROMOTION

 

Thiptara Dubai


Special Set Menu

Get the party started after the sun goes down with Asado’s enticing summertime promotion that offers an excellent menu full of Latin American favourites. A three-course meal that takes you a flavoursome journey like no other, expect to have your tastebuds tingled by dishes like Provoleta, Entrecote Asado, Salmon Grillado, and more! The only way to spend your summer evenings, Asado has all your dining plans sorted.

Dailyexcept Monday, 6.30pm to 11.30pm.Three-course meal inclusive of starters, main course, and dessert. AED299 per person inclusive of one glass of wine. For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

Thiptara

Indulge in the flavours of Southeast Asia with Thiptara. An intimate and elegant restaurant serving traditional Royal Thai cuisine, Thiptara cooks up culinary wonders and specialises in Bangkok-style seafood. With a name that means ‘magic at the water’, the Thai eatery does justice to its name by offering extraordinary views of the Dubai Fountain and an enchanting dining experience.

 

A Taste of Thai Brunch

Enjoy excellence that knows no bounds at Thiptara’s weekend brunch. Prepare to be taken on a journey through Thailand as you discover its several delicious gourmet delights. With an array of salads, appetisers, main courses, and desserts all on offer, you will be utterly amazed by this sensational Thai cuisine. An oriental adventure that is jam-packed with surprises, it’s time to take your brunch experience to new levels at this Asian extravaganza.

Every Saturday, from 12.30pm to 3:30pm. Brunch at Thiptara, inclusive of salads, appetisers, main course and dessert. AED325 per person with soft beverages. AED450 per person with house beverages, AED162 for children aged 5-11 years (Children below five years dine free). For bookings, call 04 428 7961 

 

SUMMER SPA OFFERS 

 

Spa Palace Dubai

 

Summer Detox 

The summer is the perfect time to undergo a full body detox, and there’s no better place than The Spa at Palace Downtown to help you. Begin your journey with a detoxifying full-body Aroma Salt Scrub with its osmotic and cleansing effect that will replenish your skin. Move on to the Fango Mud Body treatment before finishing the process with a Deep Tension Relieving Back Massage using warm lava stones to ease your every tension. To truly complete the journey, guests can enjoy a detox smooth filled with coconut water, aloe vera juice, beetroot powder, chia seeds, and berries.

Daily from 1 June to 31 August. Detoxifying treatment including aroma salt scrub, fango mud body treatment, tension relieving back massage, and detox smoothie. AED630 per person for 90-minute treatment. For bookings, call 04 428 7805 

 

Global Wellness Day

10 June 

To celebrate Global Wellness Day, The Spa is inviting guests to enjoy a free 30-minute upgrade when they book a 90-minute Signature Sleep Ritual treatment. This meticulously curated ritual is ideal for individuals struggling with insomnia and weariness. Commencing with a comforting foot cleanse and mist inhalation, followed by specialised breathing exercises intended to induce profound relaxation, it allows you to effortlessly drift off into deep sleep.

Valid on 10 June. Free 30-minute upgrade when booking a 90-minute Signature Sleep Ritual. AED950 per person for 120-minute treatment. For bookings, call 04 428 7805 

 

Ultimate Treatment for Him 

Your dad deserves a treat this Father’s Day, and The Spa has the perfect thing to show him how much you care. Help your dad destress and enter a realm of utter serenity with a deep cleansing back treatment and muscle ease back massage. This incredible duo has been exquisitely tailored for fathers to help them drift into complete relaxation and forget about their worries. To top off the experience, guests will receive a complimentary Hot Stone upgrade to target even deeper muscle tension for an unrivalled level of rejuvenation.

17 to 25 June. Deep cleansing back therapy, muscle ease back massage, and hot stone upgrade. AED450 per person for 60-minute treatment. For bookings, call 04 428 7805 

 

Summer Radiance 

Keep your skin radiant & revitalised this summer with a 100% organic skin-care treatment that will give the best results in the most natural way. Prepare to unveil visibly fresh skin with an Intensive Purifying Facial treatment, which uses active ingredients, allowing skin blockages to be released and your sebum production to normalise, giving you a natural glow. This will be followed by a unique peeling that completely hydrates the skin for a truly balanced complexion. To finish, guests can enjoy a tension relieving back, neck, and shoulder massage, which completes an overwhelming summer radiance experience.

1 June to 30 September. Summer radiance skin-care treatment + back, neck, and shoulder massage. AED660 per person for 80-minute treatment. For bookings, call 04 428 7805 

 

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Derek Issacs

A Brit in the Middle East for 25 years and counting, Derek loves scouring the streets for those under-the-radar cultural gems. And when he’s not putting Yalla – Abu Dhabi magazine to bed, you’ll find him working out at the gym.