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As we step into August, the UAE is still slowing down, with long sunny days, warm city nights, and space to simply breathe.
From chic staycations and relaxing spa escapes to new dining suggestions, cool collabs, and much more, this month is all about slowing down and soaking up the season in style.
Whether you’re craving a rooftop dinner with a view, a little retail therapy, or a moment of self-care, the GRAZIA team has you covered with the best of what the city has to offer this August.
Bait Elowal’s New Must Try Menu
The beloved Sharjah gem Bait Elowal, has become a cultural and culinary destination within the region and has now welcomed a brand new show stopping menu. With flavours rooted in herritage reimagined the new breakfast is reminiscent of the classics from Silk Road. The menu is a reflection of the diversity within the gulf and North Africa. The stars of the new breakfast menu is Greek Yoghurt Power Bowl with Sidr Honey and Sourdough Tartine with Chami Cheese, Figs & Spiced Honey. Bait Elowal has breathed New light into herritage transforming every meal into a moment of cultural immersion, making it a must visit this month.
escape to Your Own Palace
Let’s be honest, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental doesn’t do “hotels.” It does grandeur on a scale that would make actual royalty blush. A kilometre of private beach? Check. Pools so pristine they look Photoshopped? Obviously. A spa so beautiful you’ll want to move in? Naturally. This is the kind of place where every detail feels decadent, yet somehow makes something this vast feel curated just for you. Want to spend your days floating between Michelin-starred meals at Hakkasan, afternoons buried in a spa treatment (three words: 24k Gold Facial), and sunset cocktails by the water? Perfect. GRAZIA Insider Tip: Book a Club Lounge room – it’s quite possibly the chicest club lounge we’ve ever seen. All-day grazing on gourmet spreads and afternoon tea, champagne and canapés as the sun sets… The only problem? You’ll never want to leave. And with their Summer of Discovery offer, you’ll have every excuse to lean into the fantasy – breakfast fit for a queen, dining credits, and spa treatments. You know where to find us.
INDULGE IN a champagne TASTING experience
Bisou, Dubai’s homegrown culinary concept, known for its French finesse, welcomes guests to experience ‘La Dame de Blanc: A Love Letter to Champagne’ – an elegant new tasting experience that brings together refined gastronomy and champagnes. In collaboration with Ben Champagne, the experience will unfold as a five-variety Champagne flight. For those seeking the perfect pairing, Bisou will also offer an optional accompaniment of fresh oysters and luxurious oscietra caviar, further elevating the experience.
YOUR summer glowup
The Wave Lounge, located in the UAE capital, offers all things health, wellness, and beauty. Modern, futuristic, and seriously chic, choose between an array of treatments that are designed for all-over restoration, from aesthetics and dermatology to IV drips, blowdries, manicures and much more. We all need a refresh and reset, and this one-stop salon makes it effortless. From hair to nails to skincare, it’s designed to help you press pause, recharge, and walk out feeling brand new.
DINE AT SUSHISAMBA
SushiSamba is bringing a bold and beautiful tribute to Peru’s National Day with a vibrant Sambakase menu, a limited-edition menu from July 28 to August 3. Experience creative Peruvian dishes like the Seafood Moriawase Seviche, Seviche Platter, and Yellowtail Tiradito, paired with cocktails inspired by Peru’s bold flavours. Enjoy a flavourful evening which will take you on a journey through Peru’s landscapes, infused with Japanese and Peruvian flavours.
THE ULTIMATE staycation
A staycation at Delano Dubai, located in Bluewaters Dubai, will be the perfect way to head into a new month. Delano invites guests to experience its summer getaway package, which includes a 20 per cent off for the staycation, paired with a complimentary breakfast, spa vouchers, and their signature five-star service. From a lazy breakfast at Tutto Pasta to lunch at Maison Revka, and a relaxing spa day. This is your sign to escape for the weekend.
TRY A NEW RESTAURANT
Located in DIFC, expect stylish decor, vibrant ambience, flavorful dishes, and excellent service. Mr Chow’s is a sophisticated dining experience for those looking to indulge in authentic Chinese flavours. The menu includes hand-pulled noodles, signature Peking duck, and an array of sharing-style dishes that blend traditional Beijing recipes with the restaurant’s unique flair.
your new wellness obsession
Looking to up your padel game or add to your social circle? Meet The Padel Mob, where fitness meets friends, fun, and lots of energy. Serving weekly games for all levels, yes, even for beginners, held at top venues across the UAE. This members-only club brings the energy off the court too, with social events, brand collabs, and the occasional celeb drop-in (hi, Anthony Joshua).
A Wellness INVESTMENT
Next Health, a Los Angeles-based leader in health optimisation and longevity, has officially landed in Dubai’s Business Bay. Founded by Dr. Darshan Shah and Kevin Peake, the wellness centre offers a proactive, data-driven approach to wellness, bringing together top care with cutting-edge treatments like DNA testing, AI smart skin and body analysis, and biohacking chambers and cryotherapy. Each client’s journey begins with biomarker testing, followed by a personalised and evolving plan designed to optimise vitality, not just treat illness. Next Health is reshaping how the UAE approaches longevity and modern wellbeing.
SHOP the new Ailes x Oura collab
The one-of-a-kind health and fitness tracker has just had a glow-up. Ailes jewellery brand has teamed up with Oura to create a luxury take on the fitness tracker. The Oura Ring is the first smart ring designed to track various health metrics, including sleep, activities, heart rate, and body temperature. Painting a truly holistic picture of your health. It provides personalised insights and scores to help optimise your health and wellness. The ring transmits data to the smartphone app, where users can view their metrics and trends. This is your sign to try it out now with its new, improved look.
A fitness refresh
Looking to switch up your fitness routine? Enter BodyBase, a Dutch-born reformer class, which offers a sleek music-driven experience, has just opened up inside the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel. Unlike traditional Pilates, BodyBase is focused on creating a curated and inclusive experience, designed to energise the body and centre the mind. Offering two class types, BodyGym, a HIIT-style class, and Bodyflow, a slow breath-focused lesson similar to yoga. You’ll step out feeling refreshed, sculpted, and stronger for it.
