Afternoon tea at Level 45 in Abu Dhabi
After emerging from the lift, most likely following an ear-popping moment, you'll then be hit with a jaw-dropping moment as you're struck by the sprawling views of the Arabian Gulf from the floor-to-ceiling windows. There really is no bad seat from up here.
Hosted daily at 2pm and 4pm, this dreamy high tea isn't only about the food (though we'll get to that); it's the whole package.
(Credit: Level 45)
Think white-glove service that makes you feel like actual royalty, plush interiors dressed in traditional Islamic art patterns and those aforementioned panoramic views across the Corniche. You'll be gliding into that 45th-floor suite feeling like you've stepped into a very fancy film.
Executive pastry chef Sumeda Palihakkara's upgraded menu is a delight, blending delicate bites with bold, luxe flavours. There's sourdough stacked with cured beef and delicate asparagus, slathered in sun-dried tomato mayo and topped with aged local cheese.
The honey-glazed duck is juicy perfection, the mixed pepper tart is flaky and moreish and classic scones with clotted cream? Naturally, they've got that covered too.
And then there's dessert. Vanilla flan is impossibly smooth, and the peanut butter and praline crust is a creamy, crunchy, fig-swirled triumph. It's the kind of sweet treat you'll be dreaming about on the lift down. While the scone-and-jam experience certainly isn't an afterthought. Ingredients are as lush as the views, with dishes served on an Instagrammable silver cake stand.
(Credit: Level 45)
Thirsty? You'll get an unlimited selection of Earl Grey, 1837 black, camomile and more, as well as coffees, while a resident mixologist is on standby, shaking up signature sips from a curated drinks menu.
Yes, it's a splurge, but with sky-high views, swoon-worthy service and some of the most elegant bites in the city, it's an afternoon worth every dirham.
Dhs280 per person, Dhs350 (with a glass of sparkling).
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Sharjah 24
a day ago
- Sharjah 24
Exhibition of 'Euphrates Rhythms' opens at Arab Cultural Club
Showcasing nature and heritage The exhibition featured around 30 paintings of various sizes, depicting scenes from the Euphrates Valley. Al-Khashman illustrated the river, its beautiful trees, stunning nature, and archaeological sites such as Al-Rahba Castle in Mayadin, Sheikh Shibli area, Ain Ali, and the historic city of Al-Asharah (Taraqah). The works highlight the beauty of the region's nature and focus particularly on the ancient cities, architectural details, traditional alleyways, and the charm of classic engineering, evoking a deep nostalgia for the past. Attention to detail and artistic style Al-Khashman pays meticulous attention to shapes and colours. When painting mountains, he captures stone textures, colours, and small plants growing between rocks. Forest paths reflect intertwined branches, fallen leaves, and traces of footsteps. Architectural works focus on Islamic designs such as domes, arches, columns, and muqarnas. His portrayal of figures blends realism with impressionism, inviting viewers to reflect. Organisational context and artistic vision Khalifa Al-Shimi, the Club's events and exhibitions manager, explained that this exhibition is part of a continuous series promoting Arab artists from diverse backgrounds. The Club provides a platform for artists to showcase their work and reach a broad audience in the UAE. Artist's connection to the land Al-Shimi added that the Syrian artist residing in the UAE, Adnan Al-Khashman, expresses a strong emotional connection to the land. His work preserves spatial and emotional memories, paying tribute to the land that embraced him, inspiring love, beauty, and teaching him the fundamentals of art. The exhibition presents a beautiful visual narrative with skillful use of colour.
What's On
3 days ago
- What's On
6 GCC wellness retreats within a three-hour flight of Dubai
The residents will attest – Dubai never sleeps. While that means that the city is always pulsating with vibrant, lively energy, creating opportunities for everyone, it also means that slowing down is perhaps a little out of reach. Everyone needs a moment to step back, slow down, disconnect and recharge, and summer is the perfect time for that. These GCC wellness retreats located just a short three-hour flight (or less) away will give you just what you need to relax and rejuvenate. Our Habitas Ras Abrouq, Qatar Our Habitas Ras Abrouq is situated on the Arabian Gulf at the edge of the UNESCO-protected Al-Reem Biosphere Reserve, and offers a slice of dune-laden, Qatari coastline you need to see to believe. With a wide range of villas draped in raw, rustic look and feel, this is one spot you can go to and completely disconnect from city life. While there, you'll be immersed in nature, exploring the sand with their safari experience, eating at their farm-to-table restaurant and living the best of the Qatari music, art and cultural scene. Of course, wellness is a vital part of the Our Habitas brand, and here you'll find tailor-made experiences. @habitasrasabrouq Alila Hinu Bay, Oman Alila Hinu Bay offers the perfect coastal escape just one-hour away from Salalah Airport. Nestled along Oman's pristine coastline, this tranquil resort blends seamlessly with the surrounding natural beauty, offering an experience that emphasizes wellness and relaxation, and the wellness experience here is transformative. Alila Spa offers holistic treatments inspired by traditional Omani healing practices, including massages, facials, and detox therapies, all designed to nurture both body and soul. Guests can enjoy yoga sessions, guided meditation, two saltwater pools, all designed to clear the mind and restore balance. For a truly unique experience, indulge in a private wellness consultation to tailor your stay to your specific needs. @alilahinubay Zulal Wellness Resort, Qatar Zulal Wellness Resort by Shiva-Zom in Qatar offers a pioneering approach inspired by traditional Arabic and Islamic medicine. Set on the northern coast of Qatar, this luxurious wellness haven combines a scenic coastal location with a focus on holistic health and sustainable living. The resort's wellness offerings are extensive, with personalised programs that include fitness, nutrition, mental clarity, and holistic therapies. Highlights include the hydrothermal facilities, a herbal sauna, steam room, and a saltwater pool designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. The treatment menu is inspired by Arabic healing practices, with therapies that incorporate indigenous herbs and oils. @zulalwellnessresort Our Habitas AlUla Complete with 96 villas dotted across the vast desert landscape, rooms at Habitas AlUla are set between manmade dunes for optimum privacy, and many feature epic mountain views from their private terraces. The best way to get around is on an electric bike, and there's something truly freeing about whizzing through the valley that way (although there's buggies too for those looking to give their legs a rest). From yoga and mindfulness, to date seed body scrubs and herbal aromatherapy, Thuraya focuses on centuries-old practices to help clear the path to self-discovery and awaken focus on both our physical and energetic bodies. @habitasalula Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara, Oman Located on the stunning southern coast of Oman, on the lush land of Salalah, Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara is the getaway to Oman, especially in the khareef season – a time travellers from around the world seek out, when the mountain town turns from a desert landscape into a cold, green paradise. The Anantara Spa provides a haven of wellness, featuring a traditional Moroccan hammam, rejuvenating signature treatments, and open-air therapy suites inspired by the natural surroundings. Guests can unwind further with yoga by the shore or explore the tropical flora surrounding the resort's lagoon. @anantarasalalah Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman Six Senses Zighy Bay will transport you into a most perfect harmony of Omani landscape, both the rugged mountains and the shimmering waters. Located just off the UAE border at Dibba, in the Musandam Peninsula, it's been named after a quiet fishing town right next to it, and will push you into an experience that brings that far-flung historic world to life. This is luxury personified, the Omani way. It's perched right at the coast, featuring 82 Omani-style pool villas and a spectacular view of aquamarine expanse – just what you'll need to disconnect from hectic everyday life this summer. @sixsenseszighybay Images: Socials > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Emirates Woman
3 days ago
- Emirates Woman
7 of Dubai's most serene summer night swim spots
Without limiting outdoor pools to winter, Dubai is always a step ahead when it comes to enjoying outdoor activities such as a night swim even during summer. Ideal for cooling off after work or starting your weekend, night swims offer spectacular skyline and sea views, cool waters, and the laid-back glamour that defines the emirate's warmer months. Overall, night swims have emerged as the city's chicest way to cool down from the week, offering a blend of serene ambience, skyline views, and elevated leisure. Whether it's a twilight dip at AURA Skypool with panoramic vistas of the Palm, a curated evening affair at La Cantine Beach, or the understated luxury of Drift's moonlit lounging, these after-dark escapes redefine summer in the city. Curated with softly lit pools, curated soundtracks, and menus designed for poolside indulgence, night swims are no longer just a reprieve from the heat, they're the new social hour for those who prefer their summer soirées served with a side of starlight. So if you're deciding where to go and what to wear, see our full Emirates Woman guide to keep you occupied during summer. SĀN Nestled along the scenic Palm West Beach, SĀN Beach invited guests to experience the allure of moonlight waters and starry skies with late-night swims. Guests can bask under the stars and experience the vibrant pool bar until 9PM. Post swim, visitors can savour a delectable dinner at the restaurant to further elevate their evening. It starts at 6pm, with access priced at Dhs300, making it full redeemable for ladies and half for gents. For more information visit Maison De La Plage Maison de la Plage is turning up the heat and cooling things down with the launch of its Night Swims experience. As the sun sets over West Palm Beach, the venue transforms into a tranquil twilight escape, inviting guests to dine, unwind, and enjoy a moonlit swim. With the beach closed for summer, all sunbeds are relocated poolside, where the water is cooled to offer the perfect evening dip. Running daily from 7PM to 11PM, the experience blends laid-back luxury with the charm of coastal nights. Guests on sunbeds can enjoy the Beach Lounge menu, while those at dining tables will indulge in the à la carte offering. Rates start at Dhs250 on weekdays (Dhs100 redeemable) and Dhs350 on weekends (Dhs200 redeemable), making this the ultimate summer sundown ritual. For more information visit One & Only Royal Mirage As the sun dips below the horizon, Al Janoub Pool at The Palace shimmers to life, setting the stage for Moonlight Swim—a sultry, starlit escape held every Friday and Saturday from 7PM to 11PM at One&Only Royal Mirage. This adults-only affair transforms the infinity pool into a twilight sanctuary, where summer beats echo through the night and the views stretch endlessly across Dubai Harbour Marina and Palm Island Bay. Guests can sip handcrafted cocktails in plush private cabanas, float under a canopy of stars, or sink into loungers surrounded by lush gardens and curated soundscapes. With its dreamy setting and effortless elegance, Moonlight Swim offers a chic new way to soak in summer, where the vibe is cool, the water warm, and the night full of possibility. The minimum spend is Dhs250 for poolside access and Dhs500 for private cabanas. For more information visit La Cantine Beach – Delano As golden hour fades into an indigo glow, La Cantine Beach unveiled its Après-Soleil Night Swim, an elevated twilight ritual. Running every Thursday to Saturday from 7PM onwards, this moonlit dip comes with sunbeds for Dhs249 and lounges Dhs299, both fully redeemable against a curated night swim menu. A bottle of chilled grape is also offered at a special price of Dhs400 for those looking to toast the evening in style. With ambient lighting, panoramic views of Ain Dubai, and chic summer bites by the shore, it's your new after-dark escape—where the city's heat gives way to something far cooler. For more information visit Here's your styling guide for the perfect night swim: – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied & Feature Image: Instagram @zozoewitherspoon
