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Your ultimate weekend guide in Dubai, Friday May 23, 2025 to Sunday, May 25, 2025.
Visit this homegrown culinary destination
Whether for a quick coffee, a leisurely meal, or a sweet treat with friends and family, FORMA promises a culinary journey full of good vibes and great tastes. Situated within the Al Safa Art & Design Library in the heart of Jumeirah, Dubai, offers a unique and redefined dining experience that blends art, design, and flavour. Partnering with Dubai Culture, FORMA reflects the vibrant spirit of the Al Wasl neighborhood.. Known for its light, crispy pizzas—from classics like Margherita and Pepperoni to bold creations like Bacon Pistachio and Miso Corn—FORMA also delights with small plates like Burrata Poppers and Halloumi Panzanella, and creative drinks such as the FORMatcha and Hibiscus Watermelon. The dessert menu, featuring indulgences like Pretzel Soft Serve and Cookies & Pistachio Cream, rounds out the experience.
For more information visit addresshotels.com
Experience this YSL x PEAQ take ove
Give your Lagree class a new spin with the exclusive takeover at Peaq. Priced at Dhs150, guests can experience this one-of-a-kind class at Dubai’s first social wellness club. This three-day studio takeover comes allows everyone to experience the new fragrance Libre L’Eau Nue and get their hands on beauty goodies. Sessions are on from 9am to 2pm from Friday May 23 to Sunday May 25, the 7pm class on the weekend. With libre-packaged healthy immunity boosting shots and products on display, you’re sure to be immersed in the YSL Beauty world at Goshi Warehouse.
For more information visit peaqwellness.com
Enjoy this sensorial escape
This summer season, Alto 54 team up with KAYALI to bring its beloved scent series to life with a limited-time takeover from May 20 to June 19, all set against the venue’s stylish backdrop and breathtaking views of Downtown Dubai and the towering Burj Khalifa. Guests will be transported through scent and setting as the space is transformed into four beautifully themed zones, from lemon grove-inspired Capri Dining to the lush florals of Marrakesh Lounge. All complemented by branded white and pastel yellow umbrellas, cushions, and cabanas, soak up the sunshine or take a refreshing dip in the infinity pool, dotted with Kayali’s colourful bottle-shaped floaties. Beyond aesthetics, guests will also have the chance to experience each scent in a whole new way with interactive sensory pods that reveal each fragrance’s key ingredients and a playful perfume vending machine offering surprise samples.
For more information visit addresshotels.com
Indulge in this new rooftop menu
Taking place every Friday and Saturday night at Above Eleven, audiences will enjoy rooftop views and live Latin sounds, while sipping on delicious drinks and mouth-watering, Peruvian Nikkei bites. With two packages available: the Ritmo 211 is priced at Dhs211 for three beverages and three dishes, or Ritmo Libre – Dhs311 for two-hours of free-flow drinks and three dishes, it’s a flavour-packed ritual audiences won’t want to miss. With fresh ceviches, bao buns, tartares and grilled anticuchos on offer, it’s the perfect way to savour the taste of Above Eleven’s unique culinary style amidst an unmatched, vibrant atmosphere. It takes place on Friday and Saturday from 8pm to midnight.
For more information visit aboveleven.com
Put self-care first
After a stressful week, a massage is the best way to rejuvenate. This May, the award-winning Serenity – The Art of Well Being Spa at Fairmont The Palm celebrates its first anniversary with exclusive treatment prices, marking a year of delivering world-class wellness experiences in the heart of Dubai. Guests can choose from a myriad of treatments such as the Marine Detox Body Wrap for Dhs500 for 60 minutes, the Kloris CBD De-stress Ritual priced at Dhs600 for 90 minutes and many more treatments.
For more information visit fairmont.com
Enjoy this live music night
Infuse your Saturday nights with elegance and energy at La Camera! By TOTÓ, where the vibrant ambiance sets the scene for a chic and spirited evening. In collaboration with Jack Daniels, La Camera! by TOTÓ kicks off ‘Battle of the Bands’—a dynamic weekly music showdown featuring a fresh band each week. This week on Saturday, 24 May, The Tasty Biscuits take the stage, bringing their signature sound to elevate the vibe and ignite the night. Dive into a dazzling blend of live music, Italian-Mediterranean culinary finesse, masterful cocktails, and the nostalgic charm of golden-era cinema—all coming together for a weekly affair that’s as soulful as it is stylish. It takes place on Saturday from 9pm till late.
For more information visit lacamerabytoto.com
Visit this limited-edition pop-up
Coco Lily has landed at ONDA with a limited-edition dessert takeover themed around, you guessed it, cherries. The “Cherry on Top” pop-up features playful sweet creations like Matcha Cherrymisu, Twisted Black Forest, and a sparkling Cherry Fizz, all served in ONDA’s design-led space near Dar Wasl Mall. From the cherry-red sofa to the bold flavours on the plate, this is one sugar-filled escape worth checking out. It’s available until June 1, 12pm onwards at ONDA, near Dar Wasl.
For more information visit @honoryouronda
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