Food news: Dine on St Regis Abu Dhabi's helipad in one-off event

Plus, Sugargram's 'Friends'-themed cupcakes and an M&M sweet box by Candylicious have landed in the UAE

St Regis Abu Dhabi is giving residents a chance to dine at its helipad. Courtesy of St Regis Abu Dhabi

From sweet treats to sky-high dinners, here’s what’s new on the UAE’s food scene this week.

Dine on a helipad at St Regis Abu Dhabi

For thrill-seekers or those looking for a unique dining experience, The St Regis Abu Dhabi will host a special sunset supper from 4.30pm to 7pm on Friday, January 29.

The event, open to 20 guests, will take place at the hotel's helipad, located a whopping 255 metres above ground, guaranteeing panoramic views of the city, Qasr Al Watan and the Arabian Gulf. A private lift will take guests to the location, where a paired menu with canapes, international cheeses and other finger-food-style hors d'oeuvres await, followed by a selection of desserts.

The experience is priced at Dh750 and can be booked by calling 02 694 4444. Guests are requested to arrive by 4pm for the check-in process.

Sugargram offers Friends-themed cupcakes

Sugargram already had bite-sized cupcakes down pat; now it’s taking the guilt-free-dessert theme a step further with the launch of a gluten-free range.

The three new flavours are all made using gluten-free flour, and named after characters from the hit sitcom Friends. Dig into the Moni-coco Gellar, a classic chocolate cupcake with a swirl of chocolate icing; Red-chel Green, a red velvet creation with a thick layer of cream cheese frosting; and Phoebe Nutt-ay, a toffee nut cupcake with butterscotch toffee.

A box of 25 goes for Dh135 (and makes for a sweet gift for your coeliac or gluten-sensitive friends), and there are also mini boxes of five cupcakes available for Dh35. Sugargram delivers across Dubai through Deliveroo and Chatfoot, and in Sharjah through Deliveroo.

Candylicious launches M&M treat box

Home-grown concept Candylicious has curated a special M&M's-themed Sweet Box, available this month, which makes for a perfect gift or pick-me-up.

It features a variety of treats in colourful packaging. Candy fanatics can curb their cravings with all sizes and colours of M&M's, including some with almonds, contained within a mini car, plus Garrett Popcorn with heaps of cocoa caramel crisps, dark and milk chocolate snacking bags, a giant 2021 lollipop, a keychain and a resolutions card to jot yours down for the rest of the year (once this box is empty, of course).

The Candylicious Sweet Boxes are available in two sizes, tasting and classic, with prices from Dh149 to Dh279. They can be delivered across the UAE.

Check out vegan options at Cooper’s

The establishment at the Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi, has unveiled a menu with a fresh take on the traditional British pub grub it is known for.

Additions include a taco bridge with battered fried fish served with Asian slaw or crushed avocado, mango salsa and lime aioli; and a burger sampler for those who can't make up their minds between chicken, beef, lamb and veggie patties.

Citing increased demand, the restaurant has also introduced an all-vegan section, featuring everything from plant-based patties and pastas to a vegan sausage, wrap and falafel sliders.

Celebrate Irish style at Hilton RAK Beach Resort

Whether you fancy a getaway or a foodie extravaganza, Hilton Ras Al Khaimah is bringing back its popular Trad on the Tra event on Friday, January 22.

Meaning a "party on the beach" in Gaelic, Trad on the Tra is a celebration of traditional Irish music and food, aimed at families. The event will start at Rio Bar, where guests will be treated to bagpipe music and Irish dancing followed by modern-day hits remixed with Irish music. Expect dishes such as taco fries, chicken fillet rolls, curry chips and burgers.

Packages start from Dh200 and there is a special room rate of Dh495 including breakfast for those who want to stay over. Contact reservations_RakResort@­hilton.com or 07 228 884.