If you’re looking for some interesting and different things to do this weekend, read on for inspiration to help you make the most of all the things going on in Dubai.
Visit the new Marc Jacobs pop-up shop
This week, Marc Jacobs opened a pop-up space in Dubai, in collaboration with The Magazine Shop; it will run until 7th May 2017.
Located in DIFC, the “Marc Jacobs x The Magazine Shop” will carry an exclusive book selection of art, lifestyle, design and fashion, all curated by Marc Jacobs and part of the Artspace wide book collection.
A variety of Marc Jacobs accessories hand-picked from the SS17 collection will also be available. These will include the brand’s iconic leather goods, backpacks and tech accessories.
The pop-up will play host to several events during its two month opening period so there will be plenty going on in the space, or if you would prefer a quieter visit, it is perfect to pop by for a coffee and take in all the pieces on show!
Marc Jacobs x The Magazine Shop
The Magazine Shop
Podium Level, Gate Village 2, DIFC
Try the new Saturday brunch at El Chiringuito
Get ready to be taken on a Mediterranean culinary journey with the laid-back and mouth-watering ‘La Familia’ Saturday brunch, which is now serving up a treat at El Chiringuito Dubai, the latest addition to Dubai’s most happening hotspots.
A bougainvillea-draped sanctuary awaits you with picture perfect views of the Arabian Gulf and mellow old school music vibes as you indulge in ‘La Familia’ brunch, perfect for the entire family. Offering an oasis of Mediterranean dishes served from 12-4pm, the brunch is served to you while you are either shading from the blazing heat at our seated decked terrace or chilling with your squad at the relaxing lounge area sipping sangria.
La Familia brunch serves up a wholesome array of Mediterranean mélange, with fresh ingredients imported directly from Spain. Featuring a versatile menu that changes each month, bringing new dishes to the table, culinary delights include seafood paella, Cotoletta Alla Milanese and a mixing pot of starters such as Terrine of Octopus a la Gallega and Quinoa Salad. For those with a sweet tooth a selection of scrumptious deserts will also be available. It doesn’t end there, you can enjoy your drinks at the beach or relax poolside on one of our Bali beds whilst watching the sunset listening to the DJ behind the decks mix the best of old-school beats.
There’s also a fully supervised area dedicated to the little people in your life. So, while you kick back and enjoy the kids will be kept busy in the haven of all things artsy, crafts, painting, and adventure. It’s truly a family affair!
El Chiringuito Dubai, is located at Rixos The Palm.
Brunch packages and prices:
AED395 including food, soft drinks and beverages
AED495 including food, beer & wine
AED595 including food, premium bar
AED695 including food, premium bar & bubbles
Feed your creativity at Design Days Dubai and Chez Charles Restaurant
Design Days Dubai is running until the 17th March 2017 in Dubai Design District (d3) – for more information on the event, read all about it here.
If perusing all the beautiful exhibitions whets your appetite, you can try the highly anticipated Chez Charles Restaurant that has now officially launched in Dubai Design District (d3). Giving Dubai a unique selection of contemporary French cuisine, Chez Charles Restaurant is set to take its guests on a tasteful culinary journey, using only the finest seasonal ingredients. The dynamic team at the Chez Charles Restaurant has been hand selected to guarantee impeccable service and an unparalleled culinary experience at the convivial brasserie.
The cuisine will be overseen by Chef Jeremy Degras who is also Executive Chef of the Chez Charles Group. “We are a team here at Chez Charles,” explains Chef Jeremy, “we work side by side to achieve the highest levels of quality reinforcing our unique approach to contemporary French cuisine. It is very important for us that we stay true to our ethos which lies in the ingredients, the cooking, the creativity and most importantly the passion behind it all.”
The contemporary French cuisine at the Chez Charles Restaurant is rooted in the concept of ‘sans frontières’ cooking, which is the understanding that in the kitchen there is no limits or boundaries. Chef Jeremy is dedicated to experimenting with each dish and its individual ingredients to reach the ultimate result of flavour, taste and texture. The bespoke menu will feature a selection of classic salads, hors d’oeuvres, platters, seafood, poultry, meat and pasta and an extensive dessert menu.
Chez Charles Restaurant
Building 11, Ground Floor, Dubai Design District (d3)
Restaurant Opening Hours
Saturday – Wednesday 9:00apm – 1:00am
Thursday –Friday 9:00am – 2:00am
