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Review: Hanu, an interactive new Korean restaurant
In Dubai's burgeoning restaurant scene, a handful of restaurants make an instant impact. Sushisamba was one such restaurant, which brought a trifecta of excellent views, dishes and vibes to the Palm Tower in 2021. The man who can be credited with much of the success on the culinary front is chef Kyung Soo Moon, the restaurant's then-executive chef. But now he's turned his attention back to his roots for Hanu, a modern interpretation of Korean cuisine. Found at St Regis Gardens, it's in good company with restaurants like Leña, Aretha, Chez Wam and Tresind Studio among its neighbours. Once inside, we're met with dark and moody interiors with intricate attention to detail. Rich dark walnut woods, striking artworks and Korean pine trees lace the traditional with more contemporary accents befitting of a glamourous new Dubai restaurant. You enter through the lounge and bar where a DJ spins enigmatic beats that are thankfully not overpowering, through to a table in the restaurant. If you're unfamiliar with Korean BBQ, the knowledgeable team are on-hand to make recommendations, and confidently talk us through the concept and must-try dishes. The wagyu beef gyoza (Dhs68) are one such dish, piping hot parcels of Japanese A5 wagyu short rib and shiitake mushroom encased in a dough that's the perfect level of crispy and tender. Forget everything you know about vegetables and order the Korean fried cauliflower (Dhs65), coated in a spicy sauce and served with a side of yuja radish to balance the heat. The almost-too-pretty-to-eat beef tartelette (Dhs110) is another playful interpretation of classic Korean flavours, with a soft quail egg marinated in soy sauce, served on top of a tartelette of beef jongjorim, a layer of caviar giving it a Dubai elevation. To truly get a taste of Korean BBQ, order the 'Meat Me At The Grill' (Dhs365 per person), where you'll be served four cuts of premium meat with a selection of sides, condiments and a stew. It's a generous offering – much like it would be if you dined at Chef Moon's family home – given added wow-factor with the meats cooked on the charcoal grill built into each table. Each buttery cut of meat is full of flavour and perfectly cooked, from the Australian Black Angus to the Japanese A4 Wagyu striploin. For dessert, a beautifully presented golden pear delight (Dhs63) is a light and fresh way to end the meal. Diced Korean pear is paired with a walnut crumble and a scoop of tonka bean ice cream. Verdict: A focus on quality cuisine and service makes this a restaurant deserving of a place on your foodie bucket list. Hanu, St Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah, 6pm to 1am Sun to Weds, 6pm to 2am Thurs to Sat. Tel: (0)4 278 4844. @hanu_dubai > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
What's On
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
7 of the best restaurants in Dubai this weekend: May 2 to 4
What's cooking this weekend? This… If your plans revolve around what's for lunch and dinner at the best restaurants in Dubai, this weekend's lineup is worth making room for. We've rounded up seven of the best restaurants in Dubai doing something a little different this weekend – think lively brunches, chef collabs, and new menus. Whether you're in the mood to try something new or just looking for a solid go-to, here are 7 of the best restaurants in Dubai worth adding to your weekend group chat. SUSHISAMBA What: A one-night-only four-hands dinner collaboration between Chef Dani García (Leña) and SUSHISAMBA's Chef Kitak Lee, blending Spanish wood-fired finesse with SUSHISAMBA's bold style. Vibe: High-energy, tropical glam and theatrical – set against Palm Jumeirah's views. When: 7.30pm, Saturday, May 3 Menu: À la carte diners can enjoy six Leña signature dishes woven into SUSHISAMBA's menu for the night. Highlights include: The Foie That Wanted To Be An Apple, Grilled Avocado, The Burger That Gave Meaning To Everything, Chilean Seabass by SUSHISAMBA, and Torta di Rose. A limited Four-Hands Dinner (Dhs1,200 with beverage pairing). Where: Private Dining Room (seating 13 guests), SUSHISAMBA Dubai, 51st Floor, St. Regis, Palm Jumeirah. @ sushisambadubai Ling Ling What: Ling Ling at Atlantis The Royal has launched a new menu with over 30 fresh dishes, spanning Japan, Indonesia, Korea, Canton and Thailand. There's also a new late-night bites menu available into the early hours on weekends. Vibe: lively, late-night energy. Menu: New highlights include wagyu beef sando, jumbo tiger prawns with Balinese sambal, Korean BBQ short rib, and wok-fried lobster with a choice of sauces. Desserts include mango sticky rice and a Thai tea crème brûlée. Late night bites range from bao buns and okonomiyaki fries to mochi and caviar. Drinks get a creative update with new cocktails inspired by Madame Ling Ling's travels. When: Daily from 6pm to 1am. Late Night Bites every Friday and Saturday, 12.15am to 2am. Over 21s only after 9pm. Where: 22nd and 23rd floors, Atlantis The Royal, Palm Jumeirah. @linglingdubai Cutfish What: Cutfish, the contemporary Japanese izakaya at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, launches Chōshoku – Breakfast of the Rising Sun, a new breakfast concept inspired by Japanese morning traditions and elevated with modern flair. Vibe: A sleek, upscale take on Japanese breakfast culture – blending zen-like calm with contemporary Dubai style, perfect for slow mornings with a luxurious twist. Menu: Highlights include Tornado Eggs (Dhs35), Matcha Pancakes (Dhs55), Hokkaido Goma Toast (Dhs45), Saikyo Avocado Toast (Dhs45), and Asa Buns with truffle and ikura (Dhs79). Drinks feature Floating Coconut Matcha (Dhs40), Matcha Highball (Dhs40), and Iced Matcha Latte (Dhs35). When: Available daily from 8am to 12pm. Where: Cutfish, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Marina, Dubai. @cutfishdubai Thiptara What: Thiptara has launched a new Saturday Thai brunch, From Siam to Isaan, bringing together flavours from across Thailand – from street markets to royal kitchens – right in the heart of Downtown Dubai. Vibe: Laid-back but elegant, with front-row views of Burj Lake and the Dubai Fountain. A serene spot for a long, lazy afternoon with great food and good company. Menu: Expect colourful plates packed with authentic Thai flavours, spanning classics and regional specialities. Think street food favourites and refined dishes served family-style. When: Every Saturday, 12.30pm to 3.30pm. Where: Thiptara, Palace Downtown, Downtown Dubai. @ thiptaradubai Fi'lia What: Fi'lia, the region's first female-led Michelin Select restaurant, has launched a new à la carte menu inspired by Chef Célia Stoecklin's travels through Italy. It's a fresh take on classic dishes, with handmade pasta, shareable plates, and a few French coastal touches. Vibe: Warm and welcoming, with skyline views and an open kitchen that keeps things lively but relaxed. Menu: Highlights include lemon tagliolini, truffle mafaldine, and a show-stopping 600g veal Milanese. Pizzas are baked in copper ovens, and desserts like the amarena gelato and Torta della Mamma bring it home. There's also an extensive wine list and cocktails to match. When: Available daily – lunch and dinner. Where: Fi'lia, 70th Floor, SLS Dubai, Business Bay. @filiadubai Café de Palma family brunch What: A new weekend brunch at Dubai Creek Harbour, bringing together fresh flavours, skyline views, and family-friendly fun. Choose from four set menus – Green, Meat, Bruschetta, or Kids – each with 5 dishes. Vibe: Relaxed and welcoming, perfect for families, groups, and friends, with entertainment for kids and a sea breeze setting. Menu: Highlights include green crepes with salmon, beef tartare brioche, shrimp bruschetta, and matcha pancakes. Kids get their own menu with burgers, noodle soup, and gelato. Green brunch priced at Dhs350 (soft), Dhs450 (cocktail), meat or bruschetta brunch priced at Dhs300 (soft), Dhs400 (cocktail), kids brunch priced at Dhs175 When: Every Saturday & Sunday, 12pm to 4pm. Live violin and kids' workshops on Saturdays; kids' shows and activities on Sundays. Where: Café de Palma, Dubai Creek Harbour. @ ROKA What: ROKA Dubai launches its ROKA Family Brunch, an indulgent yet family-friendly Saturday brunch where adults enjoy signature Japanese flavours while kids are entertained with games, toys, colouring, and live entertainers. Vibe: Lively yet serene – a stylish, high-energy brunch with upbeat DJ sounds, paired with a relaxed, kid-friendly atmosphere that makes it perfect for families. Menu: Dhs295 per person includes live stations with starters, soups, makis, nigiris, and Robatayaki grill favourites. Mains are served tableside, with an option to upgrade to premium robata dishes like black cod in yuzu miso and beef fillet with chili, ginger, and spring onion for an extra Dhs60. When: Every Saturday from 12pm onwards. Where: ROKA Dubai, Business Bay. @rokadubaiofficial Images: Supplied/Instagram
FACT
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
The FACT UAE Weekend Guide: 25 to 27 April 2025
Nine exciting events and experiences to explore this weekend. The weekend offers the perfect excuse to indulge in al fresco dining, vibrant nightlife, and unforgettable entertainment. From lively concerts to destination dining, there's plenty to savour this weekend in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Friday 25 April Dine with Chef Daní Garcia at Matcha Club This April, the FACT award-winning Leña and Matcha Club have teamed up for a terrific culinary takeover. Expect a bold menu that blurs the line between rustic and refined, featuring Foie Gras disguised as an apple, Kiwami Tomahawk Paella, Porterhouse Tuna Carpaccio and a smoky Yakitori Duo. Expect the Matcha Club padel court to become a candlelit culinary stage, complete with custom-built grill stations and nature-inspired decor. Available on 25 and 26 April, from 7pm. AED 650 per person. GO: Follow @matchadxb on Instagram for more information. Try the new brunch at Swingers Brunch meets crazy golf as Secret Parties teams up with Swingers Dubai for the ultimate Friday night fiesta with unlimited drinks, bites and a mini-golf course that's anything but mini. With three themed courses—Hot Air Balloon, Waterwheel, and Clock Tower—packed with moving obstacles and Insta moments galore, it's a bombastic brunch that brings the fun. Fridays from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. AED 299 (soft beverages), AED 349 (house beverages) and AED 449 (premium beverages). GO: Visit for reservations and more information. See Nas live in the capital BRED – named after the idiom 'born and bred' – will celebrate the region's urban scene on Yas Island this April. Hip-hop heavyweight Nas will headline on Friday, 25 April. Born Nasir Jones, the American rapper is known for his profound impact on the hip-hop scene. Emerging from Queensbridge, New York, Nas gained critical acclaim with his 1994 debut album, Illmatic, celebrated for its intricate lyrics and vivid storytelling and the tracks 'N.Y. State of Mind' and 'The World Is Yours.' Throughout his career, Nas has released several successful albums, including It Was Written (1996), which features the hit single 'If I Ruled the World (Imagine That)' featuring Lauryn Hill, which has been lauded as one of the greatest rap songs of all time. GO: Visit for more information. Saturday 26 April Laugh out loud with Trevor Noah After captivating audiences with his sold-out Off The Record tour in Abu Dhabi in 2024, Trevor Noah returns to the UAE by popular demand. Known for his razor-sharp observational comedy and signature deadpan delivery, Noah has built a global following through his multifaceted career as a comedian, writer, producer, actor, and former host of The Daily Show. His ability to weave incisive social commentary with uproarious humour ensures an unforgettable evening of laughter and insight. GO: Visit for more information. Sing along with Ed Sheeran Abu Dhabi, we have some major music news. British superstar Ed Sheeran will be headlining the Off Limits festival, which brings together more than 20 artists across two stages. The festival covers multiple musical genres, including electronic, hip-hop and pop. The full line-up has not yet been unveiled and will be announced in the lead-up to the event. Ed's hit songs include Castle on the Hill, I Don't Care, Perfect, Shape of You and Thinking Out Loud. GO: Follow @offlimitsmusicfestival on Instagram for more information. Hit the beach at Snoopy Beats Corona and Snoopy Beats are joining forces to bring the world-renowned Corona Sunsets experience to the UAE's East Coast. Set against the stunning backdrop of Snoopy Island, this two-day beach takeover promises a laid-back escape infused with rhythm, movement, and ice-cold refreshment. Saturday offers an eclectic soundtrack from local and international DJs. Sunday shifts into wellness mode with guided meditation, yoga, ice baths and breathwork — before easing into another sun-soaked day of chilled beats. AED 250 (Saturday, 26 April), AED 175 (Sunday, 27 April) or AED 365 (weekend pass) GO: Visit for tickets and more information. Sunday 27 April Experience island life Craving a sun-soaked seaside break? Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island invites you to indulge in The Perfect Escape, which is a curated stay package designed for total relaxation. Enjoy a luxurious getaway with a complimentary suite upgrade, daily breakfast and dinner for two, cocktails at Ula, and a guaranteed late checkout to stretch your stay a little longer. Available until 30 September 2025. Rates from AED 849 (weekdays) and AED 949 (weekends). GO: Email or call 07 246 0000 for reservations and more information. Try the Kevin Durant sandwich Basketball legend Kevin Durant has teamed up with Joe & The Juice to launch The Steak, a sandwich packed with premium sliced steak, Grana Padano or Parmesan cheese, pickles, tomato, arugula, and a sweet-and-zesty honey mustard dressing. The sandwich offers a balanced, satisfying meal that aligns with Durant's commitment to wellness and high performance. GO: Visit for more information. Enjoy sunset sips at Up & Below Looking for the perfect spot to unwind after work or kick off your evening plans? Head to Up & Below at Courtyard by Marriott WTC Abu Dhabi and enjoy 60 minutes of unlimited house beverages. Enjoy crisp glasses of wine, ice-cold beers, or your favourite house spirit while admiring the sweeping rooftop views and a laid-back atmosphere. Available daily from 3pm to 7pm. AED 60 per hour. GO: Call 052 914 1207 for reservations and more information.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Top 10 Takeover kicks off its 11th year: How to get tickets for dining series at Leña
The Detroit Free Press and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers recently unveiled the 2025 Restaurant of the Year, Restaurant of the Year Classic and 10 Best New Restaurants and Experiences in metro Detroit. And with that, the popular Top 10 Takeover dining series featuring these restaurants is kicking off. The dining series is in its 11th year showcasing the top metro Detroit restaurants and dining experiences named by Detroit Free Press dining critic Lyndsay C. Green. What's unique about each experience is diners get an exclusive and personal interaction at the restaurant or establishment. Typically, the experiences take place as a private event and, at times, when the restaurant is closed. Starting Thursday, ticket sales kick off for the first stop in this year's dining series: Lena on May 1. Seatings are at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and diners will enjoy a four course, chef curated meal at Leña, a Brush Park neighborhood spot. Leña, with its Spanish influence and wood-fired cooking, landed in the No. 2 spot on the 2025 Detroit Free Press/Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers Top 10 New Restaurants & Dining Experiences. 'When a restaurant draws inspiration from a particular country or region, it can be difficult not to veer into kitschy territory,' wrote Green. 'Leña, the new Brush Park neighborhood restaurant with Spanish influence, strikes a beautiful balance.' Tickets for the meal are $90 per person and include a uniquely curated menu, gratuity, and tax. Since the inception of the dining series, the Free Press and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers have maintained a charitable aspect. That effort continues this year with $3 of each ticket sale donated to Forgotten Harvest to help fight food insecurity in metro Detroit. More: No. 2: Leña in Detroit offers Spanish flair without usual suspects Tickets for the series go on sale every other Thursday when Free Press subscribers have first access to tickets for each event. Subscribers should check their email at noon on Thursday for a link to ticket sales. Following subscriber sales, tickets for the general public go on sale at noon Friday at where you will also find a schedule of upcoming dining events. Wagyu beef tongue, pearl onion Cornmeal brioche, sofrito, dual anchovies Provençal white asparagus, manchego sauce, jamon serrano, hazelnuts Marinated pork coppa, wheat berries, peas, cabbage Torrijas: Spanish-style French toast dessert The vegetarian menu includes: Grilled romanesco, salsa verde, harissa Provençal white asparagus, manchego sauce, hazelnuts Grilled maitake mushrooms, hazelnut romesco, chickpea panisse Torrijas: Spanish-style French toast dessert As in years past, the Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers are once again offering a contest for a chance for one diner to win two complimentary tickets to each dinner of the series, starting with Leña. You can enter the contest at Contact Detroit Free Press food and restaurant writer Susan Selasky and send food and restaurant news and tips to: sselasky@ Follow @SusanMariecooks on Twitter. Subscribe to the Free Press. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: How to get tickets to the Top 10 Takeover dining series at Leña
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01-04-2025
- Business
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No. 2: Leña in Detroit offers Spanish flair without usual suspects
Leña takes the No. 2 spot on the 2025 Detroit Free Press/Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers Top 10 New Restaurants & Dining Experiences list for its unique, personal approach to Spanish cooking. When a restaurant draws inspiration from a particular country or region, it can be difficult not to veer into kitschy territory. Leña, the new Brush Park neighborhood restaurant with Spanish influence, strikes a beautiful balance. There are elements that honor the most darling qualities of Spanish culture: tapas that embrace a penchant for sharing, menu items written in Spanish and interpretations of classic dishes you'd devour throughout the Catalan and Basque Countries. Still, meals at Leña feel entirely their own. The usual suspects are M.I.A. There are no gambas al ajillo or papas bravas. The Spanish tortilla made an appearance in the restaurant's early days, but was bumped for a more seasonal item fancied by Executive Chef Mike Conrad. The brainchild of the team behind Shelby, Leña instead places an emphasis simply on wood-fired cooking and farm-fresh ingredients. Conrad takes squid to the fire, charring it until the tips curl. He trusts Detroit-based farms, such as Core City's Fisheye and Hio Farms for produce that shows up in plates of ensalada verde, or bright gem lettuce punched up with fresh herbs, sweet Manchego and briny boquerones. And pastry chef Lena Sareini takes a playful approach to dessert. An early arroz con leche, or rice pudding with a walnut praline center and dots of fig leaf oil, was served in a colorful caviar tin. [ Subscribe to the Eat Drink Freep newsletter for extras and insider scoops on Detroit-area dining. ] A winter dish, the butifarra, was a simple pleasure. A single swirl of pork sausage sat in a sea of stewed chickpeas, golden raisins and pine nuts for a sweet-savory world of flavors. 2720 Brush St., Detroit. 313-262-6082; Save the Date: On Thursday, May 1, Leña, the Detroit Free Press and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers will host a Top 10 Takeover dinner. Stay tuned for ticket information at For a chance to win five $100 gift cards to dine at restaurants on the 2025 Detroit Free Press/Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers Top 10 New Restaurants & Dining Experiences list, visit This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Best New Restaurants 2025: Leña in Detroit
