BUBBALICIOUS (THE ROAST) Hosted in the grand surroundings of Mina’s Kitchen, The Roast by Bubbalicious offers several carvery options, plus whole suckling pig, seafood, shepherd’s pie, charcuterie, a fish ‘n’ chips stand, and a range of drinks carts and pop-up bars serving up gin cocktails, bubbly and espresso martinis. The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, Beach Resort & Marina, Sun, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs315 soft, Dhs385 house, Dhs485 premium, Dhs175 children six to 12. Tel: (0)4 511 7373. @westindubai
BUSSOLA Enjoy a delightful foray of the chef ’s specials with Italian house drinks, overlooking the Westin’s idyllic beach at this long-standing Italian. In alfresco season, few places are better than the split-level terrace, where tables enjoy lovely views of the beach. The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Sun, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs350 soft, Dhs365 house. Tel: (0)4 511 7373. @bussoladubai
Chez Wam
CHEZ WAM If you don’t go to brunch at this St. Regis Gardens gem for chef Hadrien’s all-star menu, then definitely go for the retro tunes, putting the fun into Sunday afternoons with hits that you’ll love singing along to. Interactive additions include a song request sheet and a DIY Bloody Mary station. St. Regis Gardens, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah, Sun, 1pm to 5pm, Dhs395 soft, Dhs425 rosé wine, Dhs535 house, Dhs775 Champagne. Tel: (0)4 410 6707. @chezwamdubai
CALA VISTA
CQ FRENCH BRASSERIE
Settle in for a chic Italian Sunday brunch, where generous plates of hearty Italian classics are designed for sharing with loved ones. Sip on a choice of refreshing drinks and listen to a feel-good soundtrack in a gorgeous Burj Al Arab-facing terrace. Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, Sun, 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs375 soft, Dhs495 house, Dhs595 sparkling and cocktails. Tel: (800) 323232. @calavistadubai
At CQ French Brasserie’s Sunday Lunch, guests gather over a two-course meal of the brasserie’s best-loved dishes. Perfect for family catchups and get-togethers with friends, enjoy classics like steak frites and free-range chicken, paired with free-flowing drinks – and an optional dessert upgrade for Dhs33. Movenpick JLT, Cluster A, Sun, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs218 soft, Dhs268 wine, Dhs347 wine and beer. Tel: (0)4 514 9339. @cqbrasserie
LAGUNA BEACH TAVERNA
Bussola
Round out the weekend with a seaside celebration. Catch-up with your besties over Mediterranean bites and pours of crisp rose wine, while enjoying the relaxed beach setting at Sofitel Dubai The Palm. Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Sun, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs150 food only, Dhs294 including two hours of house wine. Tel: (0)4 455 6677. @lagunabeachdubai
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