What To See, Watch & Do In The Region

La Petite Maison presents a curated Iftar in collaboration with renowned Saudi chef Mona Mosly, blending French-Mediterranean dishes with Middle Eastern flavours in a menu designed for family-style sharing. Available from sunset across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and Doha, the experience begins with the traditional soup, dates and a mezzeh platter featuring socca bread, fresh produce, feta, quail eggs with caviar, and chef Mona’s signature kibbeh, followed by tasting-style mains including grilled Chilean sea bass and shawarma-spiced ribeye steak with broad beans fatteh and seasonal accompaniments. Sweet endings for the meal include date cake and the spot’s signature vanilla cheesecake – all priced at AED 260 per person (minimum of two guests). 

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This Ramadan, Galeries Lafayette Dubai has launched a dedicated Ramadan Market alongside a regional designers’ pop-up, bringing together a refined edit of kaftans, abayas and contemporary modestwear from regional names including Arad Ghaderian and Dalia Al Azem. Beyond fashion, expect elevated gifting across beauty, fragrance and home – from curated sets to festive tableware for Iftar and Eid hosting – plus weekend activations such as oud players, calligraphy and henna artists. 

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Liza, an enduring love letter to Lebanon, has landed in Riyadh, with the acclaimed restaurant opening at Bujairi Terrace. Marking its Saudi debut in Diriyah, Liza introduces guests to a refined expression of Lebanese cuisine in the heart of the Kingdom. From vibrant mezze spreads to signature grills and indulgent desserts, the opening represents a significant step in the brand’s regional expansion, offering an immersive taste of Lebanon’s timeless charm and spirited dining culture.

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On view until 31st May, Picasso: The Figure is the latest major exhibition on display at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Presented in collaboration with Musée National Picasso-Paris and France Muséums, this landmark retrospective brings together more than 130 works spanning seven decades of Pablo Picasso’s career, many on loan from world-renowned institutions and private collections around the globe. The exhibition offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore the Spanish artist’s evolving relationship with the human form, from Cubism to his neoclassical, surrealist and later expressive phases. 

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During the holy month of Ramadan, Samadhi Wellness offers a calming and restorative way to move with its Warm Deep Stretch class, held a few times a week at 7.45pm – thoughtfully scheduled after Iftar. Designed to be gentle and intentional, the session focuses on slow, mindful stretches in a softly heated room, allowing the body to gradually release tension while supporting flexibility and circulation. It’s an ideal way to ease back into movement after breaking your fast, helping clients reconnect with their breath and body in a peaceful, grounding environment. Perfect for Ramadan evenings, the class encourages reflection, balance and quiet strength during the sacred month. 

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Gloria Osteria is serving up a special Italian Iftar menu this Ramadan, pairing classic Italian flavours with the spirit of the season. Available nightly at sunset, the set-menu experience is AED 235 per person and has been curated by Chef Pietro Zamuner to offer a refined break-fast feast. Guests begin with antipasti such as artichoke confit with parmesan and indulgent veal croquettes, followed by hearty mains such as grilled pollo alla diavola and lamb girella with Taggiasca olives and pine nuts, all designed to be shared in true Italian style. The meal concludes on a sweet note with signature desserts like pistachio tiramisu and cardamom panna cotta. Beyond the flavours, it’s a visually stunning Iftar experience, with visitors dining al fresco amid greenery in DIFC. 

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This Ramadan, the Curated Playlist Majlis pop-up is a standout cultural highlight within the ROOFLINE by DIFC open-air programme. Running from 16th February to 8th March, it offers a fun and vibrant shopping experience that blends fashion, food, and culture in a lively pop-up setting at the heart of Gate Avenue, DIFC. Visitors can explore a thoughtfully curated mix of regional designers, lifestyle brands, and interactive experiences. Food lovers are also in for a treat, with favourites like Bageri Form, Angel Cakes, and everyone’s go-to coffee spot, Seven Fortunes, on hand for the experience. 

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The fragrance-inspired KAYALI Majlis at The Lana, Dorchester Collection, in Dubai, offers a sensory Ramadan experience running throughout the holy month. Set in the hotel’s serene Veranda courtyard overlooking Downtown's Marasi Bay, the Majlis blends soft lighting, floral accents, and KAYALI’s signature aromas to create a calm, elevated space for breaking fast. Guests can enjoy a curated Iftar menu inspired by the fragrances, featuring hot and cold mezze, sushi and sashimi, Arabic mixed grill, traditional ouzi, truffle pasta, and Middle Eastern desserts, all complemented by an assortment of beverages, soft live entertainment, traditional games, and shisha. 

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This Chinese New Year, dining at Yù & Mì – the chic Chinese restaurant atop Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai - offers a vibrant way to celebrate with friends and family. Running until 8th March, the month-long experience invites guests to explore the symbolism of Chinese New Year, drawing them into the glamorous world of 1960s Hong Kong and celebrating themes of movement, renewal, and togetherness. The experience centres on a five-course menu, featuring highlights such as their signature Peking Duck, carved tableside and served with classic accompaniments, from green onion slices to sweet plum sauce. 

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SENSASIA Spas × IDIR Skincare bring you Ramadan Rituals, a limited-edition collection in Dubai for radiant, glowing skin. Running until 22nd March, the star treatment Butter Me Bloomed combines an argan & citrus scrub with honey, shea butter, and orange blossom, polished to silky perfection and sealed with an invigorating orange blossom shea butter massage. The ritual deeply nourishes, hydrates, and revitalises the skin, leaving it soft and glowing.   

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This Ramadan, Em Sherif Café invites guests to celebrate with family and friends at its Dubai and Abu Dhabi locations. Renowned for its authentic, home-cooked Lebanese flavours, the Iftar set menu (AED 265) features signature dishes like shorbat adas,Molokhia bil Zeit, fattet batenjen, shish taouk, and indulgent desserts such as Umm Ali and knefeh, all served in a warm, beautifully designed setting. Suhoor is available à la carte from 9pm to 2am in Abu Dhabi, with live oud and percussion, enhancing its already magical and festive atmosphere.  

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