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Time Out Dubai
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
7 cool coffee orders are made for the 'Gram (and Dubai) Time Out Dubai
Dubai's got a huge café culture. You'll find cosy spots to grab a coffee in almost every corner. This city is so obsessed with caffeine that there are even full on coffee and matcha parties, where you listen to the hottest tracks and sip an iced latte of your choice. So for a generation that are so brew-obsessed, it's no surprise that Dubai offers some incredible alternatives to coffee that will still give you that same caffeine fix. Ready to try something new? Check out some of the coolest options below. The coolest ways to drink caffeine in Dubai Matcha Coconut Cloud at Boston Lane Dubai's obsession with matcha is well-founded, we think. So when you're looking for your next matcha, don't do basic. Get the matcha coconut cloud at this Australian café in Al Quoz. While the alfresco seating is lovely and green, the inside is equally interesting, with cute areca palms and merchandise lining the walls. Pink and white hues, high ceilings and lots of greenery lend the space an airy, spacious and summery feel. The drink's base is coconut water, the foam on top is matcha whipped with coconut milk cream. Delicious. Dhs32. Open daily 7.30am-7pm. Al Quoz, Dubai, (050 627 4799). Iced Dirty Chai at Café Kitsune This aesthetic French-Japanese café from Tokyo offers some seriously good coffee. Having been in the industry for more than a decade in France, Korea, New York, China, Thailand and other locations around the world, the brand knows what we want. And that's an iced dirty chai, basically tea with a splash of coffee. Weird? Yes. Should you try it? Absolutely yes. Dhs38. Open Sun-Thu 8am-11pm; Fri-Sat 8am-midnight. Al Wasl Road, Al Safa, @ (050 730 3622). Collagen Latte – Maison Cha Cha Next time you're craving your caffeine intake, why not replace it with something your body will thank you for? Try this super healthy collagen latte – made with collagen powder, coconut milk powder, maquiberries, vanilla and full-fat milk. Of course, if you can't stomach lactose, feel free to replace it with plenty of other alternatives here. Dhs40. Open Sun-Thu 8am-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (055 478 5114). Get the Glow – Maison Cha Cha This is a really cool matcha that we can get behind. If you're looking for a green tea drink that doesn't come with the aftertaste, you should try this mix. It's matcha with taro, blue spirulina, tocos, vanilla and oat milk, sweetened by agave. This lovely chilled drink is the perfect way to cool down this summer, and what better way to do it than at NYC-inspired matcha bar, Maison Cha Cha. The all day cafe serves up traditional matcha favourites, creative lattes and fun drinks. Dhs45. Open Sun-Thu 8am-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (055 478 5114). Cocoa Orange Masala Tea at Avantcha Love Jaffa Cakes? Here's a tea that you can sip on to get a flavour of the childhood favourite. While orange and chocolate combo is not everyone's cup of tea, its subtle flavours might just make you a fan. It's basically dried orange peel blended with traditional spices and cocoa cores, so don't worry about the flavours being too strong. Avantcha is a new tea bar in Al Quoz that offers over 150 varieties of tea with unique ingredients like chilli, caramel, honeybush and more. While the café where you can enjoy the tea is by none other than chef Reif Othman. Expect matcha drinks, iced teas and tea-infused desserts and pastries here. Dhs20. Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. Kunooz 6th street, Warehouse 19 Al Manara St, Al Quoz 1, (04 338 9114). Sourdough affogato at bkry Yes, it's exactly what its namesake says it is. The ice cream is infused with the flavour of toasted sourdough mixed with molasses, brown sugar and milk. Plus the touch of espresso and cocoa nibs offers a layered taste. It's not a combination we've ever heard of, which means, it's on our wish list. Will it be on yours? Dhs27. Open daily from 8am-10pm. Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, @ (04 832 2433). Golden Turmeric drink at Boston Lane Some days we want a drink that makes us feel good both inside and out. That's what the golden turmeric latte is for. This anti-inflammatory latte, filled with loads of antioxidants, is perfect for the health-conscious. Have it iced to brave the beautiful sunny weather – we can't think of a better way to kick off the day. Dhs29. Open daily 7.30am-7pm. Al Quoz, Dubai, (050 627 4799). Hungry for more? 8 cool Palm Jumeirah cafés to try in Dubai From busy bakeries to beachside hangouts 70 of Dubai's coolest cafés and coffee shops Your essential caffeine guide, from Jumeirah to Al Khawaneej 18 Jumeirah cafés you might not know about One of Dubai's oldest and most beautiful neighbourhoods
Time Out Dubai
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Matcha lattes: 13 of the best matcha spots to try in Dubai
Whether you love it or hate it, matcha is absolutely all the rage right now. You'll find it in brownies, ice cream and pancakes. You name it. But it is best in its classic matcha latte tea form — with a little bit of ice added, of course. Not only is matcha good for you (it's packed with antioxidants), but it also offers a natural source of caffeine. Unlike its steeped counterparts, matcha is made by grinding shade-grown tea leaves, resulting in a concentrated and vibrant emerald green powder that you can add to any type of milk. When made into a latte, the flavours become next level. Picture a velvety-smooth, well-balanced, and refreshing treat that gradually releases energy into your body all day. And boy, do we need it. Here are some of our favourite matcha lattes to enjoy. 13 places to go in Dubai for a matcha latte Café Kitsuné Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Café Kitsuné Café Kitsuné easily serves some of the best matcha lattes in town. This little neighbourhood spot also has matcha-flavoured desserts. The matcha and white chocolate chip cookie is exceptional. Don't miss it. Food-wise, Café Kitsuné promises French and international classics revisited with a Japanese touch. Go for the matcha, stay for the food. Daily from 10am-10pm. Huna Residences, Wasl Road @ Knot Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Knot For matcha-lovers, Knot Bakehouse in Jumeirah is a must-visit. Known for its creamy matcha lattes and the popular sea salt vanilla matcha, this family-owned bakery and café creates all its pastries, flatbreads and desserts in-house. Stop by in the morning for a warm drink and a buttery pastry, or choose a cardamom knot or zaatar cheese Danish for a spiced twist. With minimalist industrial interiors, it's the perfect spot for a quick breakfast, a mid-day matcha fix, or a relaxed catch-up with friends. 6.30am-midnight, open daily. Al Athar Street, Jumeirah, Dubai. knotbakehouse (04 263 1915). Maison Cha Cha This is a NYC-inspired matcha bar in Downtown Dubai. This all-day cafe serves up traditional matcha favourites, creative lattes and fun mocktails. Don't miss the foamy pink strawberry and purple taro drink. Sun-Thu 8am-10pm, Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (055 478 5114). Joe & The Juice Popular global brand Joe & The Juice's iced matcha latte is the perfect blend of matcha and milk. Available across all UAE venues, the latte is a perfect pick-me-up. The instagrammable latte is available with a variety of milk options and sizes. We love it with coconut milk and a small dash of sweetener. Open daily from 8am-11pm. Various locations. Konkrete Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: ITP Media Group. This very aesthetic Jumeirah Beach Road café is all about minimalism. Grey colours, concrete floors, sunken pods and sleek lines. It's an Instagrammer's dream spot. Here, you'll get to enjoy a delicious matcha that's slightly sweetened with honey. It really is one of the best in Dubai. Mon-Thu 8am-10pm. Sat-Sun 8am-midnight. Umm Suqqeim, Jumeirah (050 607 4227). Oath Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Oath This Jumeirah café is located inside a flower boutique on Al Wasl Road and serves delicious matcha lattes. The beautiful space is where you want to go for a laid-back, ice-cool sip. Choose your milk and the baristas will make a matcha latte, which you can enjoy with your dessert of choice. Sun-Thu 10am-9pm, Fri 4pm-10pm. Jumeirah 1, Dubai @ Orto Café Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Orto. A peaceful coffee shop with floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the Dubai Canal that is home to delicious iced matcha lattes as well as speciality coffee and a selection of desserts. With its clean aesthetics and minimalist design, this calming space is a perfect spot to enjoy good-quality matcha lattes in a beautiful location. Open daily from 8.30am-11pm. Jumeirah 3, under the Canal bridge @ortodubai. Paus; Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Paus: As the name might suggest, this quaint café in Jumeirah is a place to relax and unwind. The central theme of the menu is described as 'pleasurable nourishment', so you can enjoy a healthy slice of carrot cake along with your matcha hit. What sets this place apart is its community vibe, with exercise classes and healing treatments taking place upstairs, along with a co-working space hub for those 'work from anywhere' days. Sun-Thu 7am-1pm, Fri-Sat 8am-10pm. Al Reef Villas, Wasl Road, Jumeirah @ Southpour Coffee Roasters + Juice Bandits Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Southpour When the team behind 1762 and Pickl open a coffee shop, you know you're getting something good. And yes, while the main focus is on great coffee, don't miss out on the matcha latte at Southpour. Just look at how green it is. Plus it goes down real smooth. Sun-Thu 7am-11pm, Fri-Sat 7am-1am. City Walk @ Ted's Bakehouse Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: ITP Media Group. Don't be fooled by the name, these guys know their matcha. Located at the base of Hilliana Tower in Al Sufouh Garden Ted's Bakehouse truly is a hidden gem. The café has a concise menu that focuses on quality over quantity. Try the matcha latte with coconut milk and a splash of syrup for a little bit of sweetness and it will be the best thing you'll have all morning. It also offers a selection of delicious baked goods and cakes. Stop by this little shop and enjoy a moment of peace with your matcha. Open daily from 8am-10am. Al Sufouh Gardens, Al Sufouh @tedsbakehouse. The Matcha Tokyo Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: The Matcha Tokyo Next time you're in JBR, head to The Matcha Tokyo, a well-known Japanese matcha brand with a cute kiosk in JBR with views of the Ain Dubai. The velvety matcha latte offers, a fusion of rich matcha and milk. You can also order the matcha coffee latte, blending matcha with coffee. While traditionalists will love the hojicha latte. Sun-Thu 10am-midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-1am. The Beach, JBR @ Toby's Estate Where to get a great matcha latte in Dubai. Credit: Toby's Estate Toby's Estate located on Jumeirah Beach Road in a very chic villa features stylish interiors and a zen garden, perfect if you just need a bit of time away from all the craziness. The matcha offering is great and super high quality. Plus, you can pair your green drink with a host of yummy baked goods. Mon-Thu 7am-11pm, Fri-Sun 8am-midnight. Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 2 (04 392 9917). Tonton Credit: Tonton Tonton, a little neighbourhood bakehouse by Basil Yassin, owner of YAVA, serves up a super refreshing matcha drink. Embracing matcha in its own style, Tonton mixes a blend of matcha and coconut water in an ice-cold mug. And it's quite addictive. Tues-Sun, 8am-8pm. Wasl 51, Al Wasl Road (058 998 5272) Love cafés in Dubai? 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Time Out Dubai
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
7 cool ways to get your caffeine in Dubai Time Out Dubai
Dubai's got a huge café culture. You'll find cosy spots to grab a coffee in almost every corner. This city is so obsessed with caffeine that there are even full on coffee and matcha parties, where you listen to the hottest tracks and sip an iced latte of your choice. So for a generation that are so brew-obsessed, it's no surprise that Dubai offers some incredible alternatives to coffee that will still give you that same caffeine fix. Ready to try something new? Check out some of the coolest options below. The coolest ways to drink caffeine in Dubai Matcha Coconut Cloud at Boston Lane Dubai's obsession with matcha is well-founded, we think. So when you're looking for your next matcha, don't do basic. Get the matcha coconut cloud at this Australian café in Al Quoz. While the alfresco seating is lovely and green, the inside is equally interesting, with cute areca palms and merchandise lining the walls. Pink and white hues, high ceilings and lots of greenery lend the space an airy, spacious and summery feel. The drink's base is coconut water, the foam on top is matcha whipped with coconut milk cream. Delicious. Dhs32. Open daily 7.30am-7pm. Al Quoz, Dubai, (050 627 4799). Iced Dirty Chai at Café Kitsune This aesthetic French-Japanese café from Tokyo offers some seriously good coffee. Having been in the industry for more than a decade in France, Korea, New York, China, Thailand and other locations around the world, the brand knows what we want. And that's an iced dirty chai, basically tea with a splash of coffee. Weird? Yes. Should you try it? Absolutely yes. Dhs38. Open Sun-Thu 8am-11pm; Fri-Sat 8am-midnight. Al Wasl Road, Al Safa, @ (050 730 3622). Collagen Latte – Maison Cha Cha Next time you're craving your caffeine intake, why not replace it with something your body will thank you for? Try this super healthy collagen latte – made with collagen powder, coconut milk powder, maquiberries, vanilla and full-fat milk. Of course, if you can't stomach lactose, feel free to replace it with plenty of other alternatives here. Dhs40. Open Sun-Thu 8am-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (055 478 5114). Get the Glow – Maison Cha Cha This is a really cool matcha that we can get behind. If you're looking for a green tea drink that doesn't come with the aftertaste, you should try this mix. It's matcha with taro, blue spirulina, tocos, vanilla and oat milk, sweetened by agave. This lovely chilled drink is the perfect way to cool down this summer, and what better way to do it than at NYC-inspired matcha bar, Maison Cha Cha. The all day cafe serves up traditional matcha favourites, creative lattes and fun drinks. Dhs45. Open Sun-Thu 8am-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (055 478 5114). Cocoa Orange Masala Tea at Avantcha Love Jaffa Cakes? Here's a tea that you can sip on to get a flavour of the childhood favourite. While orange and chocolate combo is not everyone's cup of tea, its subtle flavours might just make you a fan. It's basically dried orange peel blended with traditional spices and cocoa cores, so don't worry about the flavours being too strong. Avantcha is a new tea bar in Al Quoz that offers over 150 varieties of tea with unique ingredients like chilli, caramel, honeybush and more. While the café where you can enjoy the tea is by none other than chef Reif Othman. Expect matcha drinks, iced teas and tea-infused desserts and pastries here. Dhs20. Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. Kunooz 6th street, Warehouse 19 Al Manara St, Al Quoz 1, (04 338 9114). Sourdough affogato at bkry Yes, it's exactly what its namesake says it is. The ice cream is infused with the flavour of toasted sourdough mixed with molasses, brown sugar and milk. Plus the touch of espresso and cocoa nibs offers a layered taste. It's not a combination we've ever heard of, which means, it's on our wish list. Will it be on yours? Dhs27. Open daily from 8am-10pm. Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, @ (04 832 2433). Golden Turmeric drink at Boston Lane Some days we want a drink that makes us feel good both inside and out. That's what the golden turmeric latte is for. This anti-inflammatory latte, filled with loads of antioxidants, is perfect for the health-conscious. Have it iced to brave the beautiful sunny weather – we can't think of a better way to kick off the day. Dhs29. Open daily 7.30am-7pm. Al Quoz, Dubai, (050 627 4799). Hungry for more? 8 cool Palm Jumeirah cafés to try in Dubai From busy bakeries to beachside hangouts 70 of Dubai's coolest cafés and coffee shops Your essential caffeine guide, from Jumeirah to Al Khawaneej 18 Jumeirah cafés you might not know about One of Dubai's oldest and most beautiful neighbourhoods
FACT
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
Akmal Anuar brings funky flavours to Neighborhood Food Hall with Pizzeria Funkcoolio
Dubai is no stranger to great pizza. With beloved spots like Blu Pizzeria, Pitfire Pizza and 'Za' Za constantly drawing crowds, there's a new contender coming to town called Pizzeria Funkcoolio. Located at the Neighborhood Food Hall in Dubai Motor City, Pizzeria Funkcoolio is a NYC-inspired pizza concept backed by acclaimed chef Akmal Anuar. The food hall is already home to some firm FACT favourites like Al Naqa and High Joint, meaning the upcoming restaurant is in great culinary company. The star of the show at Pizzeria Funkcoolio is, of course, the pizza. Chef Akmal Anuar has taken classic Italian flavours and added his signature twist. The menu features handcrafted pizzas such as Margherita, Pepperoni, Spicy Duck, Shrimp Aji Amarillo, Chicken Ragu, Shakshuka, and much more. Served in sizes of 20-inch, 15-inch or 10-inch, you can top off your selection with truffle oil, spicy mayo, chilli oil or honey chilli. Pizzeria Funkcoolio has also got plenty in store for pasta lovers. A build-your-own pasta bar allows you to pick from favourites and pair them with your choice of rich and creamy sauces. For dessert, you can indulge in a terrific homemade tiramisu. For those unversed, Chef Akmal Anuar is the brains behind Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori, Osterio Funkcoolio and Harummanis in Dubai. So, if you're in the mood for a classic slice, a build-your-own pasta, or a creamy tiramisu, Pizzeria Funkcoolio has something for everyone. Pizza enthusiasts, get ready to indulge GO: Follow @funkcoolio on Instagram for more information.
