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Associated Press
18-07-2025
- Associated Press
Before It Was a Buzzword: L'Auberge Invites Guests to Experience Its Farm-to-Table Legacy
White Post, VA July 18, 2025 --( )-- For over 40 years, L'Auberge Provençale Inn and Restaurant has been a pioneer of farm-to-table dining in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. In recent years, they've expanded their culinary ecosystem journey beyond cultivated farms and orchards, inviting guests to explore a deeper connection to the land through foraging, wild harvesting, and rediscovering native ingredients. On September 13, 2025, L'Auberge will host a foraging class led by Professor of Appalachian Foodways, Clay Morris. Additional class dates will be posted on the website as they are available. Each guided outing explores the Shenandoah Valley's native plants, their culinary uses, and the cultural stories rooted in the land. It is a rare, hands-on experience that brings the farm-to-table philosophy to life. 'When people talk about foraging, they tend to think just mushrooms,' says Morris. 'But it's so much more than that.' With deep knowledge of cultural food traditions, Morris shares ways indigenous peoples and early settlers relied on native plants for survival. 'People want a story with their food,' he adds. 'And the land is where that story begins.' After the morning foraging excursion, participants return to the inn for a multi-course luncheon, where Chef Alex Sakelakos transforms the wild ingredients into refined dishes. Each course is paired by sommelier Christian Borel with selections from L'Auberge's award-winning wine cellar, creating a full-circle culinary experience from field to fork. For those unable to attend a foraging class, dining at L'Auberge Provençale still offers a genuine farm-to-table experience year-round. Each day begins with what's growing just steps from the kitchen garden. 'The menu always starts with the produce,' says Chef Sakelakos. 'We're harvesting and processing the same day.' What the team doesn't grow themselves comes from a network of trusted local farms. These include Chilly Hollow Vegetable Farm, Baker's Farm, Whiffletree Farm, Marker-Miller Orchards, and Mackintosh Fruit Farm. The team also visits area farmers' markets for seasonal extras. And thanks to Clay Morris, wild-foraged ingredients make frequent appearances on the menu as well. This ingredient-driven philosophy is reflected in every dish, whether served in the elegant main dining room or the inn's more casual bistro. 'We serve fine dining, yes,' says co-owner Celeste Borel, 'but it's never pretentious.' Guests can expect Michelin-level cuisine grounded in seasonal ingredients, complemented by gracious service and an exceptional wine and bourbon selection. Dining at L'Auberge is a sensory and visual delight that celebrates both flavor and atmosphere. About L'Auberge Provençale: L'Auberge Provençale offers an authentic Provençale experience in the heart of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. This romantic bed and breakfast features elegant guest rooms, gracious service, and an award-winning farm-to-table restaurant that celebrates seasonal ingredients and regional flavors. To learn more or reserve your spot in an upcoming foraging class, visit Contact Information: L'Auberge Provencale Sarah Baker 919-353-3917 Contact via Email Read the full story here: Before It Was a Buzzword: L'Auberge Invites Guests to Experience Its Farm-to-Table Legacy Press Release Distributed by
Hindustan Times
17-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Wild gourmet: India's most luxe meals, from its farthest locations
Those who profess a love for food like to brag about the lengths they'll go to for a memorable meal. That little 12-seater Mumbai restaurant everyone's been trying to get into for months. That chic Indian-Japanese place in Delhi that will be the next big thing. The Michelin-level pop-up in Bengaluru that cost ₹60,000 a seat. The secret offal menu that only in-the-know diners get at that bistro in Goa… Palaash serves a bush dinner right in the middle of a luxury retreat bordering Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. Some lengths are literal. Indian diners have been travelling to far-flung locations, sometimes making an overnight trip, just to have a good meal. Naar, Prateek Sadhu's award-winning restaurant in Kasauli, 60km from Chandigarh, is probably the best known. But little gems are thriving as far away as Arunachal Pradesh and the India-Pakistan border. They're a world away from the rushed, trendy kitchens of the big city. And they're uniquely challenging to run. Here's where to book your next food pilgrimage. Damu's Heritage Dine in the Chug Valley spotlights the food of the Monpa people. (PRIANKO BISWAS) Damu's Heritage DineChug Valley, Arunachal PradeshNearest city: Itanagar, 317km away ₹1,500 for an eight-course meal Public transportation isn't easy to come by in Arunachal Pradesh. But a taxi from Dirang town, eight kilometres away, will bring you to a village of mud and stone settlements in the lush Chug Valley. At Damu's, set amid paddy and corn fields, there's only one thing on the menu: An eight-course meal, spotlighting the food of the Monpa, a community from the state's Tawang and West Kameng districts. Look out for phurshing gombu. The charcoal-roasted ragi or cornflour tartlet, infused with yak butter and a kind of resin, is epic. The ingredient is made using highly allergic sap from the Chinese lacquer tree. Only one man in the village is skilled in extracting it without breaking into hives. How's that for a rare treat? Damu's, just about a year old, seats 12, and operates out of a century-old home. It's helmed by eight Monpa women, who manage restaurant work alongside their domestic responsibilities. On the menu are shya marku (yak meat with butter and ginger), baksa marku (a sweetened pasta), rakshi (a heady spirit served with yak ghee), buckwheat tacos and orange millet cakes. It's all local, sustainable, and foraged just before the guests arrive. Damu's dishes are all local, sustainable, and foraged just before the guests arrive. (TASHDIQUE AHMED) Damu's only takes bookings a day in advance, so the women can set aside time for it all. It's booked all through the tourist season, October to April. They've fed visitors from India's metros, as well as guests from as far away as Mexico, Japan, and Malaysia. There's no marketing budget. The place relies on social-media shares and word-of-mouth recommendations. Still, Nishant Sinha, coordinator of community-based tourism for WWF-India, says they often have to turn walk-in diners away because the kitchen hadn't accounted for them. 'It's a challenge,' he admits. 'But we wish to cater to those who value such an elaborate and intricate experience.' Few Monpa women have travelled outside their state. Most don't speak English (they do speak Hindi), so Leiki Chomu, the restaurant's manager, steps in with international guests. But the crew take naturally to hospitality and management. They handle the finances too, splitting revenues to reinvest in the business and support WWF-India's Community Conserved Areas initiative, which helps local communities benefit through heritage conservation. Last year, they contributed ₹40,000. The women started out with the aim of making ₹500 a day, without having to do backbreaking work. How are they faring? Damu's made ₹1.6 lakh last month. 'The best part is that June is generally off season for tourism in Arunachal Pradesh.' The Balti Farm in Ladakh seats 12 for lunch. Seats are booked a day in advance. (THE BALTI FARM) The Balti Farm at Virsa BaltistanTurtuk, LadakhNearest city: Leh, 205km away ₹4,000 for a seven-course meal Not much happens in Turtuk. The hamlet, nestled in an alpine valley between the Himalayas and the Karakoram, is one of the last pitstops this side of the India-Pakistan border. It's one of four Balti villages in India and only became part of our map in 1971. When it's not outright icy, it's chilly. It's so remote that hiring hospitality professionals is nearly impossible. So, at the boutique hotel Virsa Baltistan, a former driver is now a barista, an erstwhile mechanic is a steward, a onetime clerk handles the operations. 'They may be unfamiliar with luxury, but they respect the place and are honest and loyal,' says the hotel's owner Rashidullah Khan. And they're not short on ambition. Khan's hotel serves everything, from sushi to fancy coffee. At Balti Farm, the multi-course menu includes local specialties such as kisirnagrang-thur (buckwheat pancakes in herbed curd), praku (thumb-pinched pasta in a walnut sauce) and phading (apricots cooked with basil leaves). Local women prepare it all. 'They have their own household responsibilities and leave for namaaz in the evenings, so we only open for the afternoon meal,' Khan says. The restaurant serves everything, from sushi to local specialties. (THE BALTI FARM) Lunch seats 12. Seats are booked a day in advance. The trappings – small portions, fancy presentation, courses one after the other – puzzle the women. 'They joke with me, saying that food needs to be chewed like an animal and eaten with your hands. They think I am stingy and should serve the guests more generously.' Guests, however, don't seem to mind. The Balti Farm experience has been popular since it was launched in 2018. And Khan plans carefully, building the shopping list a month in advance and sourcing his Japanese ingredients from a specific store in Delhi. 'If the fish supply is impacted, we substitute it with fresh river fish. When avocadoes were not available for the sushi, we made it with apricot.' And in the snowy off-season, Khan travels to restaurants across India, to ensure that dining standards match up back home. A plant-based menu with indigenous herbs and rare flowers is coming soon. Meanwhile, Khan is keen to revive one aspect of Turtuk's Silk Route history: The barter system. 'Perhaps we can work with suppliers to trade apricots from here for coffee beans from Chikmagalur?' Amninder Sandhu with the all-women team of Palaash. They source ingredients from their own garden. PalaashTipai, MaharashtraNearest city: Nagpur, 180km away ₹4,500 for a seven-course meal From 2010 to 2017, Amninder Sandhu ran a bustling restaurant in her hometown of Jorhat, Assam, on the banks of the Brahmaputra. But Jorhat felt too small for her ambition. So, in October 2023, she set up Palaash, right in the middle of a luxury retreat bordering Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, serving a bush dinner for 12 in a grove so quiet, you can hear nocturnal animals take over the forest as the evening gives way to night. Palaash serves food from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. But it is two-and-a-half hours away from the nearest bazaar. So, the all-women team sources ingredients from the restaurant's garden and neighbouring farms, and cooks everything gas-free – on chulhas, sigris, a tandoor, a robata grill, and a 'cool underground pit' for meats. Diners from as far away as Assam and the US have booked seats to try the raan in a jowar bhakri tortilla and laal thecha, and the ambaadi chaat (a sweet and tangy pineapple granita, topped with dahi and a crisp ambadi leaf, tamarind pearls and ambadi bud dust). Everything is cooked on chulhas, sigris, a tandoor, or an underground pit. Working away from the buzz, and with women who haven't seen a commercial kitchen, has been an adventure, Sandhu says. 'The women were shy and didn't think the food they made was significant.' She had to teach them prep and plating techniques. 'Vocabulary I took for granted – whisk, offset spatula, chopping board – was unfamiliar to them,' she recalls. Where they scored was their comfort with local fuels, and their consistency borne from experience. Sandhu saw them make perfectly uniform, round rotis, an undervalued skill in modern cooking. The region poses challenges. 'It's arid. You can't go foraging, like in the hills, and find 10 ingredients,' Sandhu says. So, courses are tweaked depending on the season. Diners in winter get the indrayani rice steamed in turmeric leaves. In the summer, the rice is wrapped in pumpkin leaves. The women have figured out their operations over two years. 'I travel in once a week or once a month,' Sandhu says. 'It is these women that run Palaash. I've never heard any negative customer feedback.' Paeru at Mharo Khet is located on a 40-acre farm. Paeru at Mharo KhetManaklao, RajasthanNearest city: Jodhpur, 25km away ₹4,500 for nine courses The tomato tartar on the menu is subtitled simply: Strawberry, chamomile, nasturtium. Don't expect a salad. What emerges from the kitchen is a cold soup made through a three-day anaerobic fermentation process, in which bacteria from the tomatoes reacts with sugar in the strawberries. 'I am certain that most diners do not realise the in-depth science and effort behind making this,' says Rajnush Agarwal, who runs Mharo Khet, the 40-acre farm at the edge of the Thar desert, that serves the unusual dish. Mharo Khet started out as a fresh-produce delivery service in 2020. Now, it has 10 luxury cottages, does tours and serves a sold-out lunch and dinner service called Paeru. It ticks all the boxes for fussy diners. It's plant-forward, it's set in a guava orchard, it's a blind menu (guests don't know what's being served until they're at the table). There might be jowar tostadas one day; a beetroot ceviche with goat cheese, another. Descriptions are rarely literal. Rajasthan's familiar pyaaz ki kachori is served as a shortcrust tartlet, with tempered potatoes, onion jam and a jalapeño thecha. 'Our visitors appreciate the innovative reimagining of traditional dishes,' Agarwal says. Rajasthan's pyaaz ki kachori is served as a shortcrust tartlet, with tempered potatoes and onion jam. Behind the scenes, everyone's been learning. Locals are taught that less is more while plating a multi-course meal, that texture matters as much as flavour, that it's possible to go overboard on the edible-flower garnishes. And in a dry region, every harvest calls for quick math. 'If there are 20 diners and only 14 pieces of baby corn in the day's yield, that dish must be changed,' Agarwal says. In the first few years, the kitchen simply worked by candlelight when the power would go out. Now, there's a back-up generator. Some city diners still drop in with special requests at the last minute. 'It took time for people to understand that a specialty, multi-course dining establishment is different from a typical F&B outlet.' From HT Brunch, July 19, 2025 Follow us on
The Onion
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Onion
New ‘The Bear' Season Features Mutant Carmy Terrorizing Chicago After Falling Into Vat Of Beef Juice
CHICAGO—With the fourth season of the hit FX show now streaming, viewers reportedly tuned into new episodes of The Bear Wednesday and watched a mutant Carmen Berzatto terrorize Chicago after falling into a vat of beef juice. 'This year we decided to go in a different direction with Carmy, who has up until now been portrayed as an anxiety-ridden twentysomething chef who thrives on chaos, rather than as a hybrid human-meat creature of nightmarish proportions,' show creator Christopher Storer said of Jeremy Allen White's character, who in the season premiere undergoes a grotesque transformation after slipping—or, spoiler, possibly being pushed—off some rickety ceiling rafters into a gurgling tank of Italian beef juice that has been left precariously uncovered by Carmy's mistake-prone kitchen staff. 'This was an acting challenge for Jeremy, who essentially had to play a whole new role because Carmy is now a 60-foot-tall tangle of flesh and chuck roast hell-bent on destroying the city as he searches for more giardiniera to feast on. At the same time, he needed to maintain the nuance of an emotionally tormented prodigy grappling with the grief hidden somewhere deep inside the wet, pulsing French bread that has fused with his skin.' 'Without giving too much away, fans can expect the usual kitchen drama as Carmy, now known to horrified onlookers as 'Mutant Beef Guy,' struggles to balance his work life as a purveyor of fine dining with his personal life as an ungodly, succulent affront to nature,' Storer continued. 'Prepare for your emotions to swell as Mutant Beef Guy watches Claire from the shadows, knowing she will never love him now that he's an abomination. Meanwhile, Sydney is the only person who can communicate with the grunting, massive regional delicacy and see the capacity for Michelin-level plating beyond his deformed exterior. As she struggles to cover for him in the kitchen, she must also fend off the evil sandwich poachers who want to place him in captivity.' Saying they enjoyed the climactic showdown between Mutant Beef Guy and Dr. Sausage atop the Willis Tower, many viewers also praised the season four finale's post-credit scene, which hints at a future spinoff in which the two join forces to fight hunger as 'The Combo.'
Emirates Woman
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
12 fabulous activities to experience in Dubai this weekend
Your ultimate weekend guide in Dubai, May 16 to 18, 2025. Dine at this new restaurant Maison Dali, the bold new dining concept from Culinary Arts Group, opens April 3 at The Opus by Zaha Hadid in Business Bay. Helmed by three-Michelin-starred chef Tristin Farmer, this Mediterranean-Japanese brasserie blends Michelin-level cuisine with a laid-back, artful vibe. Expect inventive dishes like King Crab Ceviche and Smoked Lobster Donabe, a standout vegetarian menu, and a theatrically crafted drinks programme inspired by the seven global art disciplines. Set in a surreal, Dali-inspired space with an intimate terrace and private dining room, Maison Dali promises a multisensory experience rooted in creativity, culture, and culinary excellence. For more information visit @maisondali_dubai Book a weekend retreat More than a retreat, curated journey into presence and restoration—blending movement and stillness at Delano Dubai. Guided by Adrienne Everett, ALO Yoga Instructor and founder of HWH Studio, together with select instructors including Dilnoza, Lu, and other invited wellness experts, the weekend unfolds through deeply embodied practices, curated treatments, and refined offerings—all designed to support your personal reset. It takes place From May 16, 9am onwards to May 17, 7pm onwards at Bluewaters with prices starting at Dhs160 per class. For more information visit Indulge in this new menu Located at Atlantis The Royal, the latest offering at Ling Ling features over 30 new dishes that reimagine Asian cuisine through fresh, contemporary flavours. Highlights include the wagyu beef sando with tonkatsu sauce, grilled tiger prawns with Balinese sambal, Korean-style short ribs with banchan, and wok-fried spiny lobster with a choice of sauces ranging from ginger scallion to black bean. Thai-inspired desserts like mango sticky rice and Thai tea crème brûlée are not to be missed. Ling Ling favourites such as the Boston lobster pad Thai, 24k gold wagyu, and kiwami sushi platter remain on the menu. For late-night diners, the new 'Late Night Bites' menu is available every Friday and Saturday from 12:15am to 2:00am, offering dishes like bao buns, okonomiyaki fries, and mochi. For more information visit @linglingdubai Book a beachside daycation Summersalt Beach Club, the stylish seaside escape at Jumeirah Al Naseem. With uninterrupted views of Burj Al Arab, it's the perfect setting to unwind, soak up the sun, and enjoy a laid-back yet lively atmosphere. The beachfront restaurant serves up vibrant Latin American cuisine, from colourful appetisers to flavour-packed mains and indulgent desserts, ideal for a long, sun-drenched lunch or sunset dining. Guests can choose from two day pass options: Dhs500 per person (non-redeemable on F&B) or Dhs800 per person with Dhs400 credit to spend on food and drinks. Whether you're lounging poolside, dipping into the sea, or sipping cocktails to the sounds of the DJ, Summersalt blends beachside relaxation with elevated dining. The beach club is open daily from 9am to 7pm, while the restaurant welcomes guests from 12:30pm to midnight. For more information visit @summersaltbeachclub An elevated brunch worth booking this weekend View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mott 32 Dubai (@mott32dubai) Set high above the city on the 73rd floor of Address Beach Resort, Mott 32 Dubai redefines Saturday brunch with a refined and rhythmic feast. Boasting fine dining, vibrant beats, and sky-high views, the brunch runs every Saturday from 12:30pm to 4pm. The curated set menu also delivers an artful spread of starters and dim sum: from Wild Mushroom Dumplings and Shrimp & Pumpkin Har Gow to French Bean Duck Gyoza and Szechuan Chicken Wontons in chili oil. Each dish is plated to perfection and paired with your choice of soft beverages, house pours, or bubblt—packages start at AED 375. At the centre of it all? Mott32's signature dish: The 42-day Apple Wood Roasted Peking Duck—smoked with sweet, earthy aromas and served on crisp crackers with scallions, cucumber, and a rich house-made hoisin. For reservations, email reservations@ or call +971 4 278 4832. Book this immersive experience View this post on Instagram A post shared by House Of Hype (@househype) Dubai's hidden gem, House of Hype now has a unique experience. Designed to ensure every adventure is tailored to each visitor, the park offers a diverse range of content creation stages where every guest becomes their own unique social star! Use the power of your voice to create your own, one-of-a-kind, sneaker design at U-design. Whisper, sing, or share a secret and a digital sneaker with a personalized music track will be yours to keep. Become the star you are in your own music video with body tracked back up dancers or play a game that uncovers your personality and generates one-of-a-kind Augmented Reality avatars, ready to post. Tickets are priced at Dhs149 or HyperPasses can be purchased with a combo ticket to AYA Universe. For more information visit Shop 'til you drop The New Balance X Ounass pop-up was held exclusive at Koncrete Space to put the New Balance Grey Days 2025 collection, straight from their launch event at Koncrete Space. The collection pays a homage to the brand's heritage, and key launches will be exclusively available on Ounass from May 14 , 2025 onwards. Grey Days 2025 is an expression of Grey as limitless possibility. The classic New Balance shade is applied in various forms across twenty-one footwear and eleven apparel styles, ranging from all-time classics to modern favorites. So, you can now add a pair to your shoe closet. For more information visit Watch a movie at this homegrown cinema As the summer heat kicks in, Cinema Akil at Alserkal Avenue isn't cooling down – it's turning up the bold, the bizarre, and the brilliant. This month's lineup is serving a full-blown cinematic heatwave: from gripping dramas and edge-of-your-seat thrillers to a trippy sci-fi ride that'll leave your brain doing backflips (in the best way). Back by popular demand, To a Land Unknown and Thank You for Banking With Us are making a return to the big screen after winning hearts at Reel Palestine – because once clearly wasn't enough. Ticket prices start at Dhs50. For more information visit Try this Superlicious brunch For an exciting Saturday, Bubbalicious has an elevated experience with unexpected twists every weekend. From sushi and seafood to bao buns, roasts and cheese towers and chocolate fountains, all our favourite experiences are here. This is no ordinary brunch with its extravagant food stations. From Tomahawk steak to a show-stopping seafood platter packed with oysters, the options are endless. With 32 beverage stations, guests are spoiled for choice. The brunch takes place every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm, at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, starting from Dhs475 for soft drinks packages, Dhs585 for the Sparkilicious package For more information visit Book the world's most luxurious IMAX cinema—now open in Dubai Whether you're a cinephile craving the latest blockbuster or a design enthusiast, this cinematic sanctuary is one to experience. Reimagined with futuristic finesse and French-designed elegance, the IMAX experience at VOX Cinemas takes movie watching to another level like no other. Billed as the world's most innovative IMAX theatre, this next-gen space features custom-designed Ōma Cinema® pod seating—exclusive, elevated viewing balconies that bring an immersive intimacy back to the big screen. Think plush, reclining chairs, silky pillows and blankets, and full waiter service, all within your own private theatre pod for five. Guests can indulge in VOX's signature THEATRE menu inside an IMAX auditorium, with curated bites from an extensive menu delivered directly to their seats. Arrived earlier ahead of your movie showtime? Guests can spend time at the THEATRE lounge with plush seating, selection of games, and small bites are available while you wait. For tickets, visit or the VOX app. Book this new Oriental-inspired nightlife destination Open from 9pm to 3am, Tuesday through Sunday, Antika is already making waves as Dubai's most dynamic new nightspot. The Levantine dining and nightlife concept has officially reopened in its stunning new home at the 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central—just steps away from the buzz of 25 Jump Street—and it's nothing short of a spectacle. Antika, with its red velvet seating, gold-accented interiors, and majestic ceiling channels old-world Oriental elegance whilst serving up modern energy. Showcasing live entertainment of performers and DJ sets, each night feels curated and cinematic. Food-wise, Chef Louay Noureldine's elevated Levantine menu is packed with show-stoppers including the Hummus Royale crowned with Wagyu tenderloin, The Fisherman's grilled lobster, and a dreamy Osmaliyeh tiramisu finale. For reservations, email reservations@ or call +971 50 735 9177. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied & Feature Image: Instagram @pearsorbet
Emirates Woman
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
9 fabulous activities to experience in Dubai this weekend
Your ultimate weekend guide in Dubai, May 16 to 18, 2025. Dine at this new restaurant Maison Dali, the bold new dining concept from Culinary Arts Group, opens April 3 at The Opus by Zaha Hadid in Business Bay. Helmed by three-Michelin-starred chef Tristin Farmer, this Mediterranean-Japanese brasserie blends Michelin-level cuisine with a laid-back, artful vibe. Expect inventive dishes like King Crab Ceviche and Smoked Lobster Donabe, a standout vegetarian menu, and a theatrically crafted drinks programme inspired by the seven global art disciplines. Set in a surreal, Dali-inspired space with an intimate terrace and private dining room, Maison Dali promises a multisensory experience rooted in creativity, culture, and culinary excellence. For more information visit @maisondali_dubai Book a weekend retreat More than a retreat, curated journey into presence and restoration—blending movement and stillness at Delano Dubai. Guided by Adrienne Everett, ALO Yoga Instructor and founder of HWH Studio, together with select instructors including Dilnoza, Lu, and other invited wellness experts, the weekend unfolds through deeply embodied practices, curated treatments, and refined offerings—all designed to support your personal reset. It takes place From May 16, 9am onwards to May 17, 7pm onwards at Bluewaters with prices starting at Dhs160 per class. For more information visit Indulge in this new menu Located at Atlantis The Royal, the latest offering at Ling Ling features over 30 new dishes that reimagine Asian cuisine through fresh, contemporary flavours. Highlights include the wagyu beef sando with tonkatsu sauce, grilled tiger prawns with Balinese sambal, Korean-style short ribs with banchan, and wok-fried spiny lobster with a choice of sauces ranging from ginger scallion to black bean. Thai-inspired desserts like mango sticky rice and Thai tea crème brûlée are not to be missed. Ling Ling favourites such as the Boston lobster pad Thai, 24k gold wagyu, and kiwami sushi platter remain on the menu. For late-night diners, the new 'Late Night Bites' menu is available every Friday and Saturday from 12:15am to 2:00am, offering dishes like bao buns, okonomiyaki fries, and mochi. For more information visit @linglingdubai Book a beachside daycation Summersalt Beach Club, the stylish seaside escape at Jumeirah Al Naseem. With uninterrupted views of Burj Al Arab, it's the perfect setting to unwind, soak up the sun, and enjoy a laid-back yet lively atmosphere. The beachfront restaurant serves up vibrant Latin American cuisine, from colourful appetisers to flavour-packed mains and indulgent desserts, ideal for a long, sun-drenched lunch or sunset dining. Guests can choose from two day pass options: Dhs500 per person (non-redeemable on F&B) or Dhs800 per person with Dhs400 credit to spend on food and drinks. Whether you're lounging poolside, dipping into the sea, or sipping cocktails to the sounds of the DJ, Summersalt blends beachside relaxation with elevated dining. The beach club is open daily from 9am to 7pm, while the restaurant welcomes guests from 12:30pm to midnight. For more information visit @summersaltbeachclub Book this immersive experience View this post on Instagram A post shared by House Of Hype (@househype) Dubai's hidden gem, House of Hype now has a unique experience. Designed to ensure every adventure is tailored to each visitor, the park offers a diverse range of content creation stages where every guest becomes their own unique social star! Use the power of your voice to create your own, one-of-a-kind, sneaker design at U-design. Whisper, sing, or share a secret and a digital sneaker with a personalized music track will be yours to keep. Become the star you are in your own music video with body tracked back up dancers or play a game that uncovers your personality and generates one-of-a-kind Augmented Reality avatars, ready to post. Tickets are priced at Dhs149 or HyperPasses can be purchased with a combo ticket to AYA Universe. For more information visit Shop 'til you drop The New Balance X Ounass pop-up was held exclusive at Koncrete Space to put the New Balance Grey Days 2025 collection, straight from their launch event at Koncrete Space. The collection pays a homage to the brand's heritage, and key launches will be exclusively available on Ounass from May 14 , 2025 onwards. Grey Days 2025 is an expression of Grey as limitless possibility. The classic New Balance shade is applied in various forms across twenty-one footwear and eleven apparel styles, ranging from all-time classics to modern favorites. So, you can now add a pair to your shoe closet. For more information visit Watch a movie at this homegrown cinema As the summer heat kicks in, Cinema Akil at Alserkal Avenue isn't cooling down – it's turning up the bold, the bizarre, and the brilliant. This month's lineup is serving a full-blown cinematic heatwave: from gripping dramas and edge-of-your-seat thrillers to a trippy sci-fi ride that'll leave your brain doing backflips (in the best way). Back by popular demand, To a Land Unknown and Thank You for Banking With Us are making a return to the big screen after winning hearts at Reel Palestine – because once clearly wasn't enough. Ticket prices start at Dhs50. For more information visit Try this Superlicious brunch For an exciting Saturday, Bubbalicious has an elevated experience with unexpected twists every weekend. From sushi and seafood to bao buns, roasts and cheese towers and chocolate fountains, all our favourite experiences are here. This is no ordinary brunch with its extravagant food stations. From Tomahawk steak to a show-stopping seafood platter packed with oysters, the options are endless. With 32 beverage stations, guests are spoiled for choice. The brunch takes place every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm, at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, starting from Dhs475 for soft drinks packages, Dhs585 for the Sparkilicious package For more information visit – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied & Feature Image: Instagram @pearsorbet
