3 of the best dishes to try in Dubai this week: July 8 to 10
Cheese Chilli Toast
Think cheese on toast, but make it bold. This snackable spin on the 1970s Bombay classic takes everything you love – creamy whipped cheese, crunchy sourdough chips, a spicy fermented chilli oil, and little pops of sweet capsicum and serves it up in the ultimate chip-and-dip style. It's gooey, punchy, and seriously moreish. One bite and you'll see why this one's a table favourite and always a reorder.
Location: Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia, Jumeirah Al Qasr
Times: Daily 12pm-3pm and 7pm to 11:30pm
Cost: Dhs75
Contact: 055 168 0802
Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia menu Alaya
Shish Chicken
A chef's signature for good reason, Abaya's Shish Chicken is flame-grilled indulgence at its finest. Expect tender, juicy chunks of marinated chicken breast and thigh, skewered and seared to perfection. It's served with big, bold cuts of veg — think long sweet pepper, blistered whole tomatoes, and roasted broccoli — all kissed by the grill. A smoky, satisfying dish that's as beautiful as it is bold.
Location: Alaya, DIFC, Gate Village 4
Times: Sun to Wed 12:30pm to 12am, Thurs to Sat 12:30pm to 11:20pm
Cost: Dhs230
Contact: 04 570 6289
Alaya menu Dhow & Anchor
Sunday Roast
There's nothing quite like a classic roast to hit the spot and this one brings all the comfort. Dhow & Anchor's Roast of the Day is a hearty, homemade-style meal served with swede mash, crispy roast potatoes, a fluffy Yorkshire pudding, rich beef gravy, seasonal veg, and a creamy cauliflower cheese that steals the show. It's the kind of plate that feels like a hug from home.
Location: Dhow & Anchor, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai
Times: Sundays from 12pm
Cost: Dhs125
Contact: 04 406 8999
Dhow & Anchor menu
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