The Pointe - Issue 01

Get to The Pointe Celebrated cuisine, fabulous views, seaside shopping and more at one dazzling location

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GLOBAL GOURMET

ONLY AT THE POINTE

The world’s on a plate at The Pointe.

We take you on a culinary journey around the globe

We round-up a selection of venues that are exclusive to The Pointe and reveal what makes them stand out

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10 BEST EXPERIENCES From designing your own jewellery to catching a movie – there’s more to The Pointe than dining

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LISTINGS Our handy directory of outlets will help you find exactly what you’re looking for

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BIG SHOT One award-winning snap from The Pointe that you’ll want to recreate for your Instagram feed

Cover shot: Fitzroy © HOT Media Publishing. The Pointe is produced for Nakheel as a supplement to World Traveller magazine.

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Nakheel and HOT Media do not accept responsibility for omissions or errors.

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Welcome to The Pointe Your guide to Palm Jumeirah’s dazzling new waterfront dining, retail and entertainment attraction

Welcome to this inaugural guide previewing one of the most eagerly awaited destinations in Dubai. The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah features over 70 unique dining, retail and entertainment outlets, making it a one-stop destination for residents and tourists in the city. Located 5km out to sea, across the bay from Atlantis, The Palm, the promenade offers stunning views of one of Dubai’s most iconic locations, while a spectacular, choreographed fountain (to be installed this year) further enhances its status as a mustvisit attraction. In the pages that follow, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about The Pointe, including reviews, interviews and the inside story on this vibrant new destination.

Enjoy the magazine… and we’ll see you at The Pointe!

THE POINTE IN NUMBERS

DHS800M COST OF THE DEVELOPMENT

1.5KM

LENGTH OF THE SEAFRONT PROMENADE 2 The Pointe

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1.4M SQFT

NUMBER OF SHOPPING AND DINING NUMBER OF DINE- OF DINING AND IN SCREENS AT OUTLETS ENTERTAINMENT REEL CINEMAS OPEN TO DISCOVER

Welcome SEAFOOD KITCHEN

Eat I ♥ DUBAI

Drink

The Pointe is divided into East and West zones, with parking on either side and a central courtyard linking the two. Many of the dining venues boast stellar views of Atlantis, The Palm.

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REEL CINEMAS

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Global Gourmet From Uzbekistan to Vietnam, Portugal to Greece, The Pointe serves cuisines from all over the world. Taste buds at the ready as we take you on a culinary tour‌ 5 The Pointe

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Greek goodness

The Restaurant: Ena The Cuisine: Greek

A stylish slice of Greece

“I come from a family of foodies – my husband, my three kids and I travel a lot, and we always make a point of checking out the best restaurants,” says owner, Lena P. Maniatis, who was born in Greece and has been living in Dubai for 16 years. “When my kids left for university, I wanted to take on a new project, and here we are.” Lena connected with head chef Alexandros Pavlopoulos Sperxos over an intense, five-hour interview process.

“I wanted to go back to basics and represent this rustic cuisine in an authentic yet modern way, and Alex understands my vision.” The team had 18 months to search for ingredients, visiting Greece six or seven times to tour the small farms that would be their suppliers.

Today, 90% of the produce used at Ena is Greek, which accounts for 120 ingredients, including the salt, oregano, honey and sesame, which are all exclusive to the venue.

A taste of home The dishes at Ena are reminiscent of ya-ya’s (grandma’s) recipes. All the food is made in house, even down to the syrups used in the drinks. Plus, it’s all very clean, with minimal salt, and there’s very little waste – even the leftover tomato pulp is used to make a tomato jam or dried to dust for other dishes.

Feta, but not as you know it A key ingredient used in a number of dishes is a fabulous feta cheese, which is sourced from Kalavrita, the city that chef Alex grew up in.

Taste it in the spicy tirokafteri dip, the almond encrusted feta with pomegranate honey, and even in ice cream form.

Meat you’ll remember So tender are the lamb shank and wagyu beef cheek dishes that they almost melt at the merest touch of a fork.

Order either one with a side of seasonal wild greens, last seen growing on the side of a Greek mountain.

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It’s all in the ice

At the bar, you can have your glass instantly frosted thanks to the CO2 dispenser, which makes it perfectly chilled for your tipple of choice. “For the drinks 6 The Pointe

menu, we took inspiration from 1920s New York and London – the offering is cutting edge,” says director of operations Darryl Downs.

“Plus, we can cut you a crystal-clear ball of ice.”

A worthy setting Great attention has been paid to Ena’s interior, from the art and olive-tree inspired chandelier, to the hand-carved marble bar.

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The Restaurant: Chuan The Cuisine: Chinese

Chef to the stars

Vying for a share of the spotlight with the expertly prepared dishes at Chuan is the man directing their creation – chef Sun Yong He. As far back as 1964, Sun Yong He was cooking up refined fare for Chinese leaders including Zhou Enlai, Deng Xiaoping and Jiang Zemin, an esteemed list of diners later added to by former US presidents Nixon, Clinton and George HW Bush. The royal seal of approval would follow, serving his feted food to the UK’s Queen Elizabeth II. Now it’s the turn of diners at The Pointe to add their names to the list, as the chefs at Chuan use the finest locally-sourced produce to carry out chef Sun’s celebrated culinary instruction.

BEST OF DUCK Peking roast duck is a traditional dish that dates to the Ming Dynasty. Here it is served authentic style, with as much attention given to the crispy skin as to the meat. The two are wrapped together in a pancake, then often topped with sweet bean sauce and strips of spring onion and cucumber. A moreish treat.

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The Restaurant: Barcelos The Cuisine: Portuguese

Legend has it…

...that many moons ago in the Portuguese city of Barcelos, an innocent pilgrim was spared his death sentence after stating that the rooster the judge was enjoying for lunch would rise from the plate and crow three times as proof of the pilgrim’s innocence. It did, and while various versions of the story exist, the rooster is now woven into the fabric of the country’s culture as a national symbol. One story that may never be told, however, relates to the origin of the marinade recipe used to coat Barcelos’ tender chickens for a full 24 hours before they’re flame-grilled to perfection, served with warm Portuguese bread, and slathered in a sauce as spicy as your taste buds can handle.

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Global Gourmet The Restaurant: Mama Pho The Cuisine: Vietnamese

Go with the Pho

The vibrant banana leaf wallpaper may lure you into the exotic Vietnamese eatery Mama pho but it’s the flavour-packed food that will make you stay. Dishes feature the five fundamental tastes at the core of Vietnamese cooking: spicy, sour, bitter, salty and sweet. If you need a nudge in the right direction, we advise you to go straight for the mama’s pho. “Pho soup is a popular street food in Vietnam,” explains head chef James Prajak. “It’s an everyday comfort food, and a meal in itself. For our Vietnamese pho, we simmer a selection of Asian spices in chicken broth for up to five hours. We then add the noodles and choice of chicken or beef with a touch of chili and lime, so it’s made fresh to order.”

Need to know The chef Head chef James Prajak, who has lived in the UAE for almost eight years, feels at home at Mama Pho. “It was my aim to bring a truly Asian feel to a restaurant where the food is very authentic.”

The food “You’ll also find Thai influences on our menu – something that’s perhaps best represented in the chilli prawn – freshwater tiger prawns with sugar snaps, peppercorn, mushrooms, onion and sweet basil leaves,” says James. “Our chilli paste is homemade and is spicy and sweet.”

Other menu highlights include a wonderfully flavoured oven-baked ginger lotus sea bass.

Th e Vi et na m ese nood le soup tastes as go od as it looks

The drinks The upstairs of Mama Pho comprises a fully-licensed bar, but there’s also a noteworthy selection of mocktails (the lychee melon slushy caught our attention).

The ambience This family-friendly space – think table and bench style seating – has a chilled-out vibe, with lounge-style music as your soundtrack.

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Global Gourmet The Restaurant: Kyo The Cuisine: Japanese

Savour the moment

Kyo brings a taste of Japan to The Pointe, providing guests with an authentic glimpse into both the country’s culture and cuisine by combining exquisite materials and ingredients.

This stylish licensed restaurant boasts both indoor and outdoor seating, arranged in a social and contemporary design, and a topfloor lounge which offers a different vibe to the downstairs restaurant.

Menu staples include sushi rolls, sashimi, hamachi and more, with heavy emphasis placed on providing both great service and an ambience you can savour long after the plates are cleared.

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Insider guide

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Tell us about the different cooking styles...

“We take traditional Japanese recipes and add a touch of global flavours and techniques. The menu therefore lists the likes of ceviche, sashimi, meltin-the-mouth black cod, and a decadent chocolate fondant for dessert.”

Describe the venue “The venue is spread across two floors, offering unrestricted views of the sea and Atlantis, The Palm.

We try very hard to create the right atmosphere, with every detail covered, from the lighting to the space between the tables and the sound system. One element is an open kitchen that allows guests to be immersed in the art of sushi making.”

What should we order on our first visit?

“Try the suzuki citrus guajillo – poached sea bass with shimeji mushroom soaked in a citric sauce, lightly spiced and decorated with orange tobiko and Japanese dry chilli. Or the hosomaki sweet water eel – a small roll packed with flavour. And you can’t go wrong with a steaming bowl of flavoursome ramen.”

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Global Gourmet The Restaurant: Al Safadi The Cuisine: Lebanese

MOUTABBAL

The local flavour

Like baba ghanouj, this dish uses blended eggplant as a base. It’s then mixed with tahini, yoghurt, garlic and a squeeze of lemon juice.

First time visitor to the Middle East?

We zoom in on the dishes that comprise the traditional mezze at Al Safadi

HENDBEH

A traditional Lebanese dish, hendbeh translates as ‘dandelions’, which are cooked, seasoned, and topped with fried onions.

BABA GHANOUJ

A smoky eggplant dip, for which the eggplant is first charred before blended and mixed with pomegranate seeds, tomato and parsley.

MOHAMARA

A tangy dip made of red peppers, which are blended with onion, cumin, olive oil and lemon juice, then topped with walnuts.

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The Restaurant: Palapa The Cuisine: Mexican

Turn up the heat

With its fiery Mexican seafood dishes, fresh interiors and energetic atmosphere, Palapa is sure to bring a smile to your face. “I love the party vibe,” admits manager Karina Ramirez. “When you’re here, you feel joyful – it’s the combination of the food and the easy-going ambience.”

Karina recommends you try the classic ceviche (sea bass, tiger milk, avocado and sweet potato purée), followed by the short ribs tacos and nachos festin marino (nachos with prawns, squid, mussels, guacamole and sea sauce). To accompany that little lot, try the 50 shades of Mexico mocktail – a zingy mixture of passion fruit, lemongrass, lemon juice and vanilla. In the evenings, shoot the breeze on the upstairs terrace. “In the future, we hope to have a live band and Latin dancers,” adds Karina.

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Global Gourmet The Restaurant: Per Te The Cuisine: Italian

Where Italy meets Arabia

Per Te is a name well known to local foodies, thanks to a reputation forged through two independent venues across Dubai. The story of its Italian menu, infused with a hint of Arabic, stems from many of the restaurant’s regulars requesting Arabic twists to some of their favourite dishes.

One of which, topaki pesto di pollo, is described by the chef below…

SALMONE CON SPINACI The salmon is quickly fried to crisp the skin, then it’s oven baked and topped with a salsa of sun-dried tomatoes fresh tomatoes, onion, and pumpkin.

TOPAKI PESTO DI POLLO You will not find this dish elsewhere in Dubai. It’s a fusion of traditional Arabic and Italian dishes, whereby the chicken is stuffed with a flavourful pesto risotto.

COTOLETTA ALLA GRIGLIA We use high quality Australian veal for this dish, which can be cooked to your liking – oven, grill or pan-fried.

BURRATA CON POMODORINI Our burrata is flown in from Italy and served with locallygrown tomatoes and a balsamic reduction to add a touch of sweetness.

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Global Gourmet The Restaurant: Chicago Meatpackers The Cuisine: American

Sharpen your steak knife

Got the appetite for a sizzling 1.2kg tomahawk steak? For a no-frills steakhouse experience, Chicago Meatpackers has you covered. “We took away the white tablecloths and five-star prices and swapped them for waterfront views,” says John Ide, owner of the family-run restaurant, which is inspired by Chicago’s Union Stock Yards. “We have butchers in-house, so everything is fresh.

We grind our own meat and the sauces are homemade,” adds managing director Sahil Anand.

Choose from USDA-certified Angus beef from North America, cooked on a lava stone grill, hearty burgers, indulgent desserts and more. Original images of The Yards adorn the walls throughout, and downstairs a model train puffs its way around an elevated track. Upstairs is the lounge area, where a DJ plays on Tuesday evenings and Saturday afternoons.

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The Restaurant: Chalet Berezka The Cuisine: Uzbek

Go East

This day-to-night concept – it’s open until 5am! – is split across two floors, with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking Atlantis, The Palm and, in the near future, a spectacular fountain. On the ground floor you’ll find a diverse menu with seasonal ingredients, locally-sourced seafood and strong flavours that results in a sprinkle of Eastern European staples, with influences from the Mediterranean and Middle East. There are also classic dishes from Central Asia, such as traditional Uzbek osh, which further extends the culinary trip around the world. For diners keen to take their evening into the early hours, the first floor has a schedule of live entertainment.

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FITZROY

Only at The Pointe You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to dining options at The Pointe – numerous restaurants are already open for business, serving up an exciting array of global cuisines, with more to follow in the coming months.

But while you’ll find all the global names you’d expect at a foodie destination, The Pointe also has a raft of home-grown brands, exciting new restaurateurs, talented young chefs and innovative new fusion menus that you won’t find elsewhere in Dubai – or any other city for that matter.

Read on for a taste of the future, served up exclusively at The Pointe.

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The place

RUE ROYALE BY MATHIEU VIANNAY

The story The concept for Rue Royale is a stunning rendition of French cuisine to please a Halal-dedicated audience – and to truly appreciate the essence of its excellence, a little European history is necessary. Back in 2008, chef Mathieu Viannay – winner of the ‘Meilleur Ouvrier De France’ (the nation’s highest creative honour) – acquired a little French restaurant called La Mère Brazier. The Lyonbased bistro dated back to 1921, and was created

by Eugénie Brazier – the first female recipient of three Michelin stars. The restaurant had long since closed, but the building still possessed plenty of charm, so Viannay went to work, and restored La Mère Brazier to its former glory – creating a modern-day Michelin star-experience in an historic setting.

Fast forward to 2019, and the acclaimed chef has brought his name (and culinary genius) to Rue Royale – a pioneering fine dining project at The Pointe. “In Lyon I was building upon storied heritage, whereas the restaurant in Dubai is a different prospect entirely,” he says.

“There is a new story to be told.”

worked on a replacement that combines beetroot juice, balsamic vinegar and cranberry juice. For pain de brochet, another of the signature dishes I brought from Lyon, I created a juice of fennel, reduced with anise. In every instance the taste is as exquisitely balanced as the original, while being sensitive to local cultural requirements.” Produce is flown in fresh from France, as well as the likes of Australia, Africa, and New Zealand.

Viannay did incorporate some thoughtful touches from the region, however; the must-try hot French madeleine dessert, for instance, is accompanied by camel milk ice cream. The pate en croute (of chicken breast, veal, duck liver, foie gras and sweet bread) is a highlight, and save space for the pièce de résistance: a sublime souffle aux agrumes.

“The Rue Royale team delivers ‘exceptional’ inside the restaurant, and the breathtaking views of The Pointe deliver 'exceptional' on the outside”

The food Viannay was faced with a new challenge: to craft an entirely Halal menu inspired by classic French fare. “Rue Royale is fine dining for a different palate,” he details.

“A menu comprised of hearty French bistro dishes.” For months, the chef “Put a lot of thought into creating new tastes,” he explains. “For example, the beef filet rossini dish traditionally incorporates alcohol in the accompanying sauce. I 18 The Pointe

The setting Viannay visited The Pointe many times on its journey to completion, and says the end result “Is better than I ever imagined. Nakheel has placed The Pointe in an exceptional location, and with the low-rise buildings it has an intimate feel; it is a well-realised vision.”

As, too, is Rue Royale – a soon-to-be gem of Dubai’s dining scene where one can savour authentic French dishes created by a Michelin-acclaimed expert of his craft.

“Being associated with The Pointe from its inception means we are woven into its fabric; a part of its first chapter,” Viannay enthuses. “Our restaurant team delivers ‘exceptional’ inside the restaurant, while breathtaking views deliver 'exceptional' on the outside.”

The details Open Sat-Wed, 8am-10.30pm; Thurs & Fri, 8am-11.30pm.

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PALMETTO The story A licensed lounge and fusion restaurant that offers up a live DJ post sunset and stirring views of Atlantis, The Palm from the outdoor terrace. It's a great spot for sundowners.

The food The menu here sticks to a select number of signature dishes, with standouts including the come-with-a-kick dynamite tiger prawns and a corn-fed chicken dish for which the chef’s secret blend of ingredients is used as a marinade (he let slip to us that one of them is duck fat) before the chicken is then cooked for up to eight hours in the oven.

The details Open Sun-Thu, 9am-1am; FriSat, 9am-3am.

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FAT CHOW The story From the clubby ambience (aided by a neon dragon on the ceiling) to the black and white posters lining the walls (created especially for the venue), Fat Chow recreates the vibe of Hong Kong’s fashionable foodie spots.

The sister restaurant to Mama Pho, its playful design is sure to bring a smile to your face.

The food The many and varied types of street food from across China feature prominently here. Try an authentic steamed dim sum platter before tucking into the most popular dish, the Cantonese Peking duck – both great options for sharing with friends or family.

The details Open Sun-Thu, 10am-midnight; Fri-Sat, 10am-3am.

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FITZROY

The story If you’re looking for a place to chill with friends and enjoy French cuisine (with a dash of other Western European flavours thrown in for good measure), Fitzroy is your go-to. In the evenings the terrace takes on a romantic vibe, with glowing flame heaters and candles creating a cosy ambience – be sure to book in advance to bag a seat closest to the water.

The food Chef James Gurung, from Nepal, is the main man of the kitchen with a “no shortcuts” approach to cooking. The menu is influenced by the venue’s waterfront location, with locally-caught fish, such as sea bream and red snapper, with clams and mussels featuring prominently. For meat eaters, we rate the confit duck leg.

The details Open daily, noon-midnight.

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A CAPPELLA

The story The brainchild of Chef Himanshu Saini and beverage maestro Sherin John, this ambitious dining concept by Passion F&B Management – which also boasts the highly-rated Tresind and Carnival in Dubai – brings a whole new dining experience to The Pointe. Guests enjoy an interactive and personalised experience, as they are exposed to chefs and barmen through the live kitchen and bar island. Open courtyard seating overlooks the shimmering sea and also offers stunning views of Atlantis, The Palm. Dine here for a unique experience that is unlike any other in the city.

The food The tapas-style menu offers a wild ride of eclectic, progressive and innovative street-style dishes inspired by European, Asian and South American cuisines. And while the menu, devised by talented young executive chef Paritosh Sharma, has been carefully curated for connoisseurs of fine dining, award-winning drinks specialist Sherin John has also personally handpicked an extensive list of beverage options. Handcrafted signature aged-jar cocktails feature a range of exotic Asian flavours and infusions, along with in-house blends that are a first in the region. It’s a combination that further heightens the immersive dining experience.

The details Open Sun-Thu, 10am-12am; Fri-Sat, 10am-3am.

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AMIRA’S DELI

The story Inspired by the bustling streets of Europe, Amira’s Deli brings the outdoors in with its street lamps, bright red phone booth and social vibe. Grab a seat by the entrance and soak up the European style café culture.

The food Open for breakfast through to dinner, the menu here has plenty to pick from, including some trusty kids’ options. Something a little different is the chicken waffle cones (stuffed with cheesy chicken popcorn). It makes a generous starter – the portions are on the larger side in general – and a novel choice for little ones.

The details Open daily, 10am-midnight.

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CLASSIC ROCK COFFEE The story This American brand offers robust coffee blends with added attitude. Served to a backdrop of music from the classic rock era, an outdoor terrace offers stunning views of the waterfront and Atlantis, The Palm.

The food Inventive ways to get your caffeine fix include the coffee cone and chemex pourovers.

For sugary snacks, rock on with a soufflĂŠ black and white topped with vanilla ice cream, or the cookie in a pot, served with ice cream and a pistachio, lotus or Nutella spread.

The details Open daily, 9am-midnight.

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You really need a full day to properly enjoy the diverse attractions on offer at The Pointe – and even then you’ll struggle to decide what to do first. But don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you by testing out 10 of the top attractions to stop by on your first visit…

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SNAP A SELFIE ON THE PROMENADE As if 70 restaurants, shops and attractions weren’t enough of a draw, The Pointe is also earning fans for its cool sea breezes and stunning views along its 1.5km promenade. A destination in its own right, the outdoor space is the perfect spot to unwind at one of Dubai’s most exemplary locations, and provides the perfect backdrop (of Atlantis, The Palm) for snapping those perfect holiday pictures – use the hashtag #ThePointe.

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BE PAMPERED Nail haven Tips & Toes is a famous name on the UAE’s beauty and spa scene. The homegrown brand has a team of highly talented technicians who deliver fivestar treatments at accessible prices, from dreamy massages to eyelash extensions and, of course, flawless mani/pedis.

For men, there’s the Super Trim Gents’ Salon offering classic haircuts and styling, through to beard grooming and soothing foot spa treatments.

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CREATE A BESPOKE FRAGRANCE Oud is the most highly-prized ingredient of a perfumer’s palette and is said to be the first pure natural incense found on Earth, dating back to ancient civilizations.

At Oud Dubai, the experts will educate you on the mystical properties of this rare ingredient and its ancient tradition. Plus, they can guide you in mixing your own rare oriental perfumes and oils, sourced and blended from the finest ingredients on the planet.

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LET THE KIDS RUN WILD At the award-winning kids’ play area, Cheeky Monkeys, children can let off some steam as they learn.

It features a sizeable soft play area and birthday party venue, as well as a five-level play structure with slides, trampolines and climbers. Your children can spend hours in the life-sized monkey clubhouse, making new friends and enjoying the daily activities.

Several party packages are also available if you’re celebrating a birthday or other special occasion.

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BY THE SEA If, when at The Pointe, you find yourself in need of a mid-morning pick-me-up, Guylian Belgian Chocolate Café is the place to go. As if its exclusive 100 percent Arabica coffee blend and world-famous hot chocolates weren’t indulgent enough, the internationally renowned brand also offers freshly baked pastries and waffles, together with its signature chocolate desserts and tarts.

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GRAB A DRINK WITH A DIFFERENCE There are lots of great venues for sundowners at The Pointe, and one that stands out is Phantom House. Here you can choose between five signature drinks served by the mixologist (or liquid chef as he’s known here) which are prepared at your table in order to convey the skill of creating the drink. Meanwhile, at the bar, you can see the other drinks being prepared using ingredients such as edible flowers and edible perfume (think hydrated cinnamon), all of which is made on the premises and used to enhance the flavours.

Don’t overlook the canapés, however, one of which is served on an Ain Dubai style wheel, with each carriage containing treats such as strawberries, waffles and brownies to dip into a rich, dark chocolate sauce. All this is set to a backdrop of direct Atlantis, The Palm views, chilled house music during the day, with vocal house from 7pm, and live percussion three times a week.

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DESIGN YOUR OWN JEWELLERY Creating beautiful, expertly-crafted jewellery, including engagement and wedding rings, diamond necklaces, and bridal sets, Palazzo Jewellery sells a selection of quality diamonds certified by respected, independent diamond grading labs. Best of all, you can also create your own bespoke pieces: simply select your diamond and they will set it in your favourite earring, pendant or ring design.

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CATCH DINNER AND A MOVIE The five-screen boutique Reel Cinemas gives you the chance to catch up on the latest releases – something that’s further enhanced by a dine-in experience courtesy of the Guy Fieri Kitchen & Bar. The internationally renowned restaurateur offers his signature all-American comfort dishes straight to your cinema seat, such as the trash can nachos, tuna poke tacos, triple-double mint pie and much more besides, best washed down with a signature mocktail or super thick shake.

RAMP UP YOUR FITNESS If boxing’s your thing then Fit Box Gym offers a range of workout regimes to help you strengthen your core, build muscle and achieve your desired fitness goals. Certified instructors guide you throughout your fitness journey to ensure that you maintain the right form and avoid injuries. Alternatively, you can train with the team at Pinpoint Fitness where classes put the emphasis on form, technique and accuracy over intensity and vigorous exercise.

TREAT YOURSELF TO A GIFT Treat yourself to a little gift at Typo, which is brimming with cool, quirky, vintage gifts and irreverent stationery items. So whether you’re in need of a sparkly new water bottle or are a fan of slogan mugs and light-up letters, you’re sure to find something that appeals to your playful side. Other products on offer here include homewares, decorations, travel accessories, techy gifts, cards and DIY crafts, making it a fun shopping experience for all ages.

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Straight to The Pointe The lowdown on where to eat, drink, shop and play

CATCH OF THE DAY !

Th e latest ve nu e to open at Th e Pointe is Hoo k & Cook , th e pl ace to go fo r se afood cook ed just th e w ay you lik e it

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Listings KEY ✸ Only at The Pointe Licensed East West

EAT

✸ Seafood Kitchen Starbucks Taraf TGI Fridays The Kasap Turkish Cuisine The Stuffed Burger Co ✸ Tucano

Head to Seafood Kitchen’s upstairs lounge terrace for Shuck’d Up Wednesdays and enjoy free-flowing bubbles and 12 Dibba bay oysters for Dhs195 per person (min 2 pax). From 6pm-8pm.

Restaurants & Cafés %Arabica ✸ A Cappella CHOCOLATE, Al Safadi Restaurant CONFECTIONERY & ICE- CREAM ✸ Amira’s Deli Applebee’s Afters Dessert Café ✸ Argentina Grill Baskin Robbins ✸ Arabiska Keventers & The Belgian Waffle ✸ Asian District Barcelos ✸ La Bella Vita Bareburger Movenpick Bikanervala ✸ Cairo 30 Restaurant SHOP ✸ Chalet Berezka Jewellery, Watches & Eyewear ✸ Chicago Meatpackers ✸ Chuan Aster Optics ✸ Classic Rock Galerie Hindam With Reel Coffee Co. Palazzo Cinemas’ all-day Jewellery Coffeol Dine-In, you can tuck into breakfast, ✸ Ena Yateem lunch or dinner while watching your Optics ✸ Fat Chow favourite movie from ✸ Fitzroy just Dhs50 per person (includes movie ticket Beauty & Guylian Belgian and Dhs15 credit Perfumes Chocolate Café towards food and drink). ✸ Hook & Cook Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Oud Ibn Hamido Restaurant Oud Dubai Icons Coffee Couture ✸ Il Passaggio Di Izu Restaurant Juiced KFC ✸ Kyo La Brioche ✸ Le Pirate Whether you’re in Dubai on holiday or have lived ✸ Mama Pho in the emirate for many McDonald’s years, you won’t be able ✸ Meshico to resist picking up some ✸ Mongol Ger mementoes from this ✸ Palapa popular souvenir shop. ✸ Palmetto Restaurant It’s packed with novel & Café buys and gift items, from Per Te Ristorante E Café snow globes and fridge ✸ Phantom House magnets to sand art and ✸ Piazza Pizza relics, that serve as a fun Pizza Hut reminder of your trip. ✸ Rue Royale Restaurant Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant

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Super Trim Gents Salon Tips & Toes 31 The Pointe

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BIG SHOT View from The Pointe, by Moayad Qatanany On December 22, The Pointe ran its first #InstaMeet photography challenge, with a three-night stay at Atlantis, The Palm offered as first prize.

Moayad Qatanany (@moayadq_) won the competition with this wonderfully framed shot. “What I was trying to achieve was to capture the vibrant feel of The Pointe while keeping a central focus on the spectacular views you can get of Atlantis, The Palm from the promenade,” he says of his stylish composition.

MOAYAD’S MUST-DOS AT THE POINTE: 1 Watching the sun set at the beach from The Pointe’s promenade while the lights of Atlantis, The Palm illuminate the waterfront, creating a beautiful reflection on the water. 2 Sitting outdoors at one of the cafes - %Arabica or Classic Rock Coffee are my two favourites – with good coffee while enjoying the beautiful weather. 3 Walking around with my camera trying to find unique perspectives of the surroundings during the morning or even at night. #ThePointe

32 The Pointe

FONDUE

FOR 2

EVERY SATURDAY

AED 398 Unlimited cheese fondue and House grapes

6 PM - 11 PM

AED 698 Unlimited cheese fondue and Italian bubbles

All prices are in and are inclusive of 7% municipality fees and 5% value added tax.

Service charge is not included. 100% of all gratuities are shared amongst our team.

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