Spell for your supper. Photo: The Magic Table

Restaurant of the weekThe Magic Table blurs the line between performance and plate

Guests can 'unlock' courses by taking part in a series of interactive quests

Food

Mena’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 announced at Abu Dhabi ceremony

Food

Mum, miso and medals: Baker behind Bkry shares recipe for success

Food

Save as you sunbathe at redeemable UAE beach clubs

Things to do

ColumnWake up and smell the petrol station coffee: Don't knock it 'til you've tried it

Food

Eight food trends at Gulfood, from protein-fibre snacks to healthy mushrooms

Food

TikTok food videos are shaping young people’s eating habits, study shows

Food
The restaurant has an airy layout and African motifs. Photo: Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai

Restaurant of the weekMediterranean flavours meet Dubai's skyline at Lion in the Sun

Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai restaurant offers impressive food in bungalow-style setting

Food

Why Middle Child is one to watch on Mena's 50 Best Restaurants list

Food

ReviewPomelo salad and Thai curry make kitschy JBR restaurant a cuisine favourite

Food

Restaurant of the week A taste of Yubi, Dubai’s first handroll bar by Reif Othman

Food

Guide to 25 Jump Street, Dubai's new licensed area

Food

As new Nobu opens in Dubai, chef's secret to keeping customers happy

Food

Revealed: Restaurant with best service in the Middle East and North Africa

Food
The pedestrian-friendly 25 Jump Street brings together a mix of licensed restaurants, bars and a comedy club. Photo: 25 Jump Street

Guide to 25 Jump Street, Dubai's new licensed area

From home-grown concepts to international names, the walkable One Central destination brings together dining, drinks, entertainment and culture

Food

As new Nobu opens in Dubai, chef's secret to keeping customers happy

Food

Revealed: Restaurant with best service in the Middle East and North Africa

Food

UAE restaurants opening in 2026: Nobu, Gymkhana, Hanbok, Isabel Mayfair and more

Food

Newsletter

Beshara

Beshara

Your weekly dose of good news and inspiration, delivered to your inbox

PreviewSign up