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Just like that, another whirlwind of a week has passed — and the much-awaited weekend planning has arrived.
From sought-after beauty pop-ups to new alfresco dining menus, and even a little fitness rendezvous, the GRAZIA team has hand-picked the best things to do this weekend.
French Finery
If you’re heading to Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue this weekend for some retail therapy, GRAZIA recommends swinging into Fauré Le Page and treating yourself to a piece from the brand’s new FLPEACE collection. Think hand-crafted leather goods in an autumnal array of forest greens, and moody blacks and greys. The perfect weekend pick-me-up, or simply to add to your Christmas wish-list.
Our Roman Empire
This Sunday, November 10, Maison de la Plage will transform its beachside haven into a Greco-Roman-inspired paradise for its inaugural Nectar and Ambrosia. Taking place from 12pm onwards, the event is an Olympic homage to the active spirit of the UAE during the month of November. For one day only, the West Beach-based venue will immerse guests in an atmosphere adorned with white draping, stately columns, and grand archways featuring Olympic symbols and figures.
celebrate 30 years with Nobu
Bringing Japanese excellence to Dubai, the staple bistro and dining hotspot by renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa is celebrating its three decades of redefining culinary standards. Taking your weekend to indulge and celebrate, Nobu Dubai invites you for a time seeped in an exclusive anniversary menu at Atlantis, The Palm on November 8th from 6pm to 11pm. For a beachside renaissance, Nobu by the Beach follows up to paint your Friday night with a touch of fashion. Partnering up with LA-based designer Chris Stamp, Chef Nobu invites you to an exclusive capsule collection and after party, the Dubai Sushi Club on November 9 from 7pm onwards for Dhs475 per person.
Festive season with YSL beauty
Back for the autumn season, YSL Beauty starts the festive period in Bloomingdale’s for an opulent-filled pop-up. Offering you a weekend to experience another of their goodies,YSL Beauty brings back the iconic make-up products such as the YSL Love Shine, Lash Clash and Libre perfume bundles to Dubai whilst embracing the holiday spirit with gift sets.
quintessential dinners at Jumeirah al qasr
Unveiling a new multisensory dining experience, Jumeirah Al Qasr launches a unique pop-up designed to gently elevate your afternoon tea time and dinner in a hot-air balloon set-up. Just perched on the fifth floor of the hotel, the Ballons At The Palace offers you an immersive five-course meal blending cuisines from France, Italy, Thailand and Arabia in a perfectly balanced roster of flavours priced at Dhs395 per person.
Sparkle with TOi fine jewellery
Painting the Dubai sky with sparkles, Emirati fine jewellery brand TOi is launching its most anticipated Sparkle Dubai collection for its 3rd anniversary. Set in a dedicated space in Bloomingdale’s where guests can immerse in the collection’s City of Gold design brimming with hues of gold and teeming with vibrant culture, TOi invites you to be in awe of the exceptional diamond cuts.
a 24-hour workout session
If you lean more towards a physical workout for the weekend, Veo Fitness, in partnership with U by Emaar brings you the Veo Ride. Making Dubai your gym, Master Trainer, Marwan Albana, will host back-to-back cycling classes for a full day at Dubai Creek Harbour on November 8 from 10am lasting to the next day. Patroned by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan, this 24-hour event marks one of the Dubai Fitness Challenge’s tests of endurance.
Bringing the Soul to Soul Beach
Returning for a second time, Defected Dubai is bringing the party to Soul Beach blending energy and electrifying music from November 9 to 10. Set to liven up Dubai even more with top-tier music and panoramic views of the Gulf, an escape to the Ibiza-styled beach club will kick off with unforgettable beats and leisure combined.
