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In Dubai, the sunny summer days are officially in full swing. This may just be the last stint of just-right weather for a mini escape in the city.
Since weekends in Dubai are anything but basic, this edition of the GRAZIA weekend guide will prove just that.
From high-fashion releases to cop, to a hefty list of flavour-packed restaurants worth visiting, GRAZIA has rounded up the city’s best offerings this weekend.
Celebrate International Museum Day
This weekend, the world will be celebrating the rich cultural history of museums, and there’s no better place to be than in the UAE to join the exciting events. Whether you’re wandering in Expo 2020’s World Expo Museum Pavillion or at the Garden In The Sky, perhaps even a road trip to Louvre Abu Dhabi, this weekend on May 18, these spots are granting free entry to a world of stories.
Friday Night Brunch at Fouquet’s dubai
An exemplar of Parisian dining, Fouquet’s Dubai is the ideal spot to kick of the weekend on a high (and full) note. Its Friday Night Brunch Menu is where true flavours of France are served with finesse right to your table. With a loaded list of unlimited hot and cold starters–the Foie Gras Terrine is a must-try–to a tantalising main course meal with free-flowing beverages for just Dhs350. Expect your cravings to be satiated.
Plan your Eid Al Adha Travel Essentials
Eid Al Adha, a sacred holiday for those observing, is the perfect opportunity to plan a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle and reset. The GRAZIA team has curated a list of exceptional destinations you can travel to reenergize and revitalise yourself. But just before your flight, you need to prepare your summer holiday checklist. Click here to read more about the GRAZIA-Editor-approved essentials you need for your flights from takeoff to touchdown.
AND YOUR EID TRIP…
Still haven’t booked that flight for Eid? Don’t panic – Four Seasons Kuda Huraa is the ultimate unwind spot just a few hours from Dubai, and it’s everything you need for a reset. This is barefoot luxury at its best – don’t be surprised if your makeup bag stays packed the whole trip. Between the crystal-clear waters lapping at your villa’s ladder, the breathtaking beach with powder-soft sand, and their secret island spa (where treatments come with the sound of rustling palms), you’ll forget your inbox exists. A quick 30-minute speedboat ride from Malé means you’re sipping coconut water by noon – the only downside is mustering the will to leave when your tan’s perfectly golden.
Get Your Denim Fix
Tamara Farra just solved your summer denim dilemma with Sounds Like Denim – her latest collab with Wear That. Think ultra-flattering cuts, effortless cool-girl vibes, and lightweight styles made for hot days. Pair the structured shorts with a crisp white tank for an instant off-duty look, go city chic with the white denim jumpsuit, or go full double-denim for maximum impact. Summer staples, sorted.
Shop Roberto Cavalli’s ss25 collection
The heat is officially here, now is the perfect time to swap your spring wardrobe for a slew of Roberto Cavalli iconic prints and dresses. With the launch of their first boutique in Dubai Mall, you can cop the latest SS25 Collection straight from the runway which the creative director Fausto Pugsali showcased at Dubai Fashion Week.
Dubai Restaurant Week
Weekends are the best days when you can indulge in the best bistros freely. The month of May in particular welcomes one of the most exciting culinary events of the season: Dubai Restaurant Week. Slated from May 9, 2025, to May 25, 2025, consider your weekend days and nights out dining at the top hotspots in the city for just Dhs125 to Dhs250. Whether you’re at Gerbou, Mina Brasseire, Mimi Kakushi, Alizeé, or Ce La Vi, there’s no better time to savour and indulge.
munch & Party at 1920
There’s never a dull moment at ICD Brookfield Place, and it seems amongst the few of excellent bistros, 1920 is taking the spotlight as the ideal place to indulge in the night. For the whole month of May, 1920 has unveiled a complementary experience where they’ve set up the stage for exclusive performances while you savour the exquisite flavours of their signature cocktails and elevated bites.
a sweet treat at Shai salon
Shai Salon, nestled in the Four Seasons Resort Dubai, has introduced a new sweet homage for its Afternoon Tea time. This May, the renowned award-winning pâtissière, Nicholas Lambert, is celebrating ten years of his exquisite delights. Priced at Dhs260 per person available from 3pm to 7pm, Shai Salon invites you to a limited edition Afternoon Tea aptly titled “A Decade in Deserts” which features a curated array of desserts, delicately made from the cities and experiences of Chef Nicholas.
SECOND SUMMER SS25 IS HERE
As the heat rolls out in the region, the fashion girls of the Middle East are gearing up for hotter days, but even hotter styles. An epitome of summer fashion, Second Summer has released its SS25 collection, an ode to South Africa’s elemental energy in the colours of deep browns, creams, and saturated ochre in comfortable staples.
