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If you spend your working days dreaming about the weekend, you’re not alone. From a catch-up coffee with your favourite girlfriends to a dinner at the city’s hottest dining spot – your weekend itineraries are constantly packed. When in a city as vibrant as Dubai, there’s never a shortage of things to do. And luckily, we’ve done all the planning for you.
In this edition of the GRAZIA Weekend Guide, we bring you everything you need to know for the perfect weekend in Dubai. From a coffee run at LPM Cafe to an essential reset at Guerlain Spa and more.
A wellness wake-up is calling
Wellness that sits between the black and white; it sits in the Gray. A place where the all-or-nothing mindset is thrown out the window, and instead, everyday sustainable wellness is the goal. This private members-only club is located at the Kempinski at Mall of the Emirates and offers movement, recovery, relaxation, nourishment, and community. Although their philosophy lives in the Gray, the space doesn’t: powered by state-of-the-art Technogym equipment and walls covered in natural sandstone texture, spirit and luxury live in the space.
Gigi Rigolatto welcomes a new season
Welcoming a new season – Gigi Rigolatto invites guests to experience the art of Italian living. Bringing refreshed culinary, music and lifestyle experiences rooted in the spirit of Alla Grande. Unfolding from poolside and beach days to leisurely lunches and spirited evenings, designed to be enjoyed throughout the day. Inspired by the Italian Riviera spirit paired with Mediterranean flavours and a seamlessly vibrant social atmosphere. The restaurant brings its signature dishes to a refreshed menu with a seasonal approach to Italian dishes. Including the Seabream Carpaccio and handmade pastas including Pappardelle allo Zafferano, Cacio e Pepe, alongside sharing plates such as Gamberi Provenzale. This weekend, enjoy a refined menu celebrating a new season at the iconic restaurant.
Studio Vonza explores the Sound of Stones
This weekend, reconnecting with your artistic spirit comes with a luxurious touch. Studio Vonza is making its way into Dubai’s art and cultural hub Alserkal Avenue with a jewellery showcase. The art installation will include over one hundred jewellery pieces, with activations and a panel discussion. Spanning from October 24 to October 25, the showcase will centre its concept on the sounds of jewellery through immersive art experiences that explore unseen frequencies that connect materials, memory and human experience.
Connect with a new community for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Shiseido has partnered with Synkro for a wellness-focused collaboration celebrating movement, self-care and empowerment. Running from October 21 for the duration of four days, the collaboration will see Synkro host dedicated wellness classes, with participants receiving special Shiseido gifts after every session. Bringing together holistic beauty and mindful movement, the initiative also celebrates Shiseido’s new limited-edition lipstick, adding a touch of pink to the experience. Encouraging the community to embrace moments of self-care, the collaboration highlights the connection between wellness, beauty and empowerment.
Enjoy a MUCH-NEEDED beauty upgrade
With 64 beauty spaces across 14 countries, G×Bar brings its distinctive approach to beauty, wellbeing and community to Dubai. Founded in 2015, G×Bar has evolved into an international beauty brand that goes beyond the traditional salon, bringing together professional services, self-care and community. With more than 1,000 beauty experts and hundreds of thousands of clients, the brand has grown from a pre-party beauty bar into a multi-service destination for everyday beauty and wellbeing. Now established in Dubai, G×Bar offers a range of services, including hair styling and treatments, manicures, pedicures, makeup, brow and lash services, and skincare rituals. Among its signature offerings is the Signature Facial, which combines facial treatments with personalised meditation and aromatherapy, creating a moment to pause, unwind and reconnect.
A Taste Of The French Riviera At Le Café LPM
Bringing a taste of the French Riviera to your everyday routine, Le Café LPM marks a new chapter for the iconic Le Petite Maison brand. The first of a new collection of cafes set to expand internationally, LE Café LPM invites you to experience the Maison’s signature spirit beyond a casual dining endeavour. Opening on October 23 from 7:30am to 12:30am, the café follows the flavours of the South of France with a menu that features everything from eggs and tartines to fresh salads, steak frites and pan-fried Dover sole, alongside a drinks selection that transitions from daytime refreshments to cocktails after dark. Whether you are stopping by for your morning caffeine fix or settling in for a spontaneous evening out, consider this your new Riviera-inspired escape in the city.
Rejuvenate the mind, body & soul
Wellness is not just about your body; it’s about your mind and soul. It sets the tone of your entire day, but with drawn-out meetings and workweek traffic, it’s hard to make it a priority. Now, step into a world where your wellness is the only focus with Guerlain Spa at One&Only The Palm. A tranquil escape focuses on harmonising beauty, balance and wellbeing set within a panoramic beachside sanctuary. The spa offers a holistic approach, with personalised treatments and modern fitness experiences, coming together to restore balance across the mind, body and soul.
Indulge in a much-needed reset
Move with intention and nurture your vitality at a sanctuary space alongside the meaningful company of a like-minded community at Jan Space. The heart of the elevated space lies in peace and comfort, with a gentle invitation to pause, unwind and dig deep into your soul. The luxury boutique wellness space puts its focus on Pilates and yoga, with an opportunity for a post-wellness session coffee run at its in-house coffee shop. Prioritise your wellbeing surrounded by a wellness-focused community and indulge in a much-needed reset focused on sanctuary and connectivity.
Reconnect with your artistic side
Where art, wellness and coffee meet on the same canvas – LINĒA art hub and eatery brings a tranquil space to invoke quiet creativity. The spot was never meant to just be a restaurant; instead, it’s meant to bring food, art and people together in the same room. Each week, LINĒA brings an array of unique experiences to invoke conversation, spanning from painting and ceramics to jewellery, floral design, kintsugi and wellness. This Friday, the hub brings a paper-mache workshop with a Halloween theme, so you can kick off your weekend in the spirit of the holiday, intertwined with a chance to reconnect with your creative spirit.
Indulge in a nourishing menu
Focusing on restoring wellness and health, Cafe De Palma brings an array of nourishing food based on natural ingredients. With a smoothie menu that focuses on restoring collagen to support balance, growth, and an inner glow, the spot provides the perfect opportunity to indulge in a wellness activity that won’t tire your body afterwards. Beyond the drinks, the spot brings a rich menu of nourishing food, from vegetables rich in fibre and protein ingredients with egg, chicken and more.
Enjoy some essential retail therapy
Sometimes, the best way to spend your weekend is from the comfort of your own home and now, you can elevate your own space. Celebrating the little luxuries that make a house feel like home, entrepreneur and tastemaker Ola Farhat shares her edit of everyday comforts from The White Company. From beautifully layered bedding and silk nightwear to thoughtful finishing touches, the collection brings together timeless design, soft textures, and understated elegance. This weekend, indulge in a bit of retail therapy and elevate the luxurious setting of your chic household.
