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Pan-Asian glamour in a venue with tastes as great as its looks

6/20/2025

IT’S hard to believe Buddha-Bar Dubai has been bringing its classy culinary good times to the city for 20 years.
Yet, after seeing many other F&B names arrive and depart, this enduring hospitality haven is not only still here, it is entering a bright new era as a cherished player on the Dubai food scene.

This includes applying its trademark eclectic ambience to a stylish new night and a vivacious revived Saturday brunch. MustDoDubai went for a look ... and enjoyed fabulous feed with vivacious vibes.

Sail away in style aboard BENO’s jewel of the fleet superyacht

5/5/2025

SUPERYACHTS and Dubai have a tendency to work very well together…
And now the 115ft Santorini is busy adding further glamour to the city and stylish new destination Marsa Al Arab Marina.

The hard-to-miss vessel is the jewel of the fleet for BENO, a lifestyle brand that is fast becoming known for “redefining” premium travel experiences.

Head along Romeo Lane for fab Indian and Japanese food fusion

3/5/2025

DUBAI has thousands of places to feed and surely just about every cuisine and combination covered.
Then again…inventive city newcomer Romeo Lane has arrived to give us often spoiled food fans something unexpected to swoon over.

THERE have been some daring intercontinental food collaborations down the years.
Yet, the notion of pairing flavour elements from India and cooking styles from Japan might seem like pushing boundaries beyond common sense.
But that is exactly what clever, classy new Dubai restaurant Romeo Lane is pioneering - and it bridges the cuisines of these very different nations with flourish and finesse.

Distinctive dining and spirited nightlife at dynamic District 8

2/17/2025

DUBAI Marina has never been short on dining and entertainment options…
Now it has a new triple level venue that encompasses both elements and more, under one stylish roof.
MustDoDubai checked into District 8 and discovered a place that isn’t easy to forget.

DISTRICT 8 dominates a prominent plot at the end of Marina Walk - awash with a colourful exterior that acts like a beacon.
Dazzling white yachts moored on the adjacent tide set the scene for a charismatic, exuberant three-storey hospitality venture that tenders three very different experiences.

Saddle up for good times as Meydan races back onto our Fridays

11/21/2024

SOME of the speediest and most handsome animals in the region are back in action - and that means a return to one of Dubai’s favourite nights out.
MustDoDubai pulled on the old glad rags and went across town to check out the stylish opening fixture of the annual Dubai Racing Carnival.

THE going is good once again at the stunning Meydan Racecourse...

New summer foodie fixture at a venue putting sport into brunch

6/26/2024

FOR many regulars around Media City the Icon Bar is a mainstay of after-work socials and the occasional informal meeting.
Now, with the hottest months of the year upon us - as well as a certain international football tournament - this enduring Dubai gem is seeking to attract weekend diners with its Iconic Summer Brunch.

GAME ON: The Iconic Summer Brunch matches great food alongside sporting memories during a busy season

Yet, while this may essentially be a stylish sports bar, Icon’s served-to-table feast is anything but your average pub grub…

Broker yourself a better brunch with lively Bull & Bear banquet

6/12/2024

HIGH above the fiscal fervour of Dubai International Finance Centre city slickers have been learning to let their high-rolling hair down in style at Bull & Bear.
Now the internationally renowned F&B concept has brought the energy of the New York Stock Exchange floor to Saturdays via its stylish new brunch.

Never mind Nvidia shares vying with Apple in the Nasdaq or pontificating over your portfolio, this is a trade you will want to make...with dividends guaranteed.

The futuristic hotel that blends unique style with luxury comforts

5/31/2024

IF you know about architects you will be well aware of the pioneering Zaha Hadid.
And if you appreciate Dubai architecture, the chances are the inimitable ME by Melia Dubai will be on your city skyline radar.

It was Hadid’s only fully-conceived hotel project and the influence of the late British Iraqi creative runs throughout to make this a must visit location with more than stylish design on offer.