‘Tis the season to brunch: Dubai's best Christmas offerings

COYA Dubai 

There’s a reason COYA is always packed: the low-lit venue brings the spirit of Latin America to the Middle East in the best possible way – genuinely excellent cuisine and a vibrant atmosphere that money can’t buy. The dishes give the original fusion food of Peru a modern spin, melding flavours from Japanese, Chinese and Spanish influences for a truly extraordinary dining experience. This energetic award-winning restaurant is a real Grazia favourite.

From 12:30 to 4pm, Dhs419 for soft, Dhs618 for house beverages and Dhs709 for bubbles. Four Seasons Resort Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 2. Call (+971) 4 316 9600 or email reservations@coyarestaurant.ae 

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai 

Spend Christmas by the pool at Nikki’s Saint Tropez Brunch, which will serve up an outdoor buffet of fresh, holiday-inspired classics, delicious drinks and impeccable service. As the sun sets the party moves to the beach for a bonfire and a live acoustic set. Amazing. Nikki Beach never fails to deliver stunning views out to sea and Grazia is sure this will be a Christmas to remember.  

From 1pm to 5pm with packages starting from Dhs435 per person. Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai, Pearl Jumeira. Call (+971) 4 376 6000 or (+971) 376 6162 for reservations 

Brasserie 2.0

When the words exquisite and feast are paired together, we are pretty much sold. With live stations offering traditional roast turkey, fruity cranberry sauce and all the trimmings, you won't be left wanting. Gather your nearest and dearest for a jolly good time as the three-piece band sing Christmas classics. Children will also be kept entertained with face painting and a bouncy castle. Christmas just got cute.

From 1:30pm to 4:30pm. Dhs525 inclusive of unlimited soft beverages, Dhs675 for selected beverages. Dhs925 inclusive of French bubbles. Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, JBR, call (+971) 4 316 5550 or email resbook.Leroyalmeridien@Lemeridien.com

Park Hyatt Dubai 

This Christmas Day Brunch features a sizeable spread of favourites. Plus, there are live cooking stations combined with a band setting the vibe for a festive afternoon minus the frost. Little guests are treated to a surprise visit from Santa with special gifts. And don’t worry, big guests aren’t left out – there’s free-flowing bubbles on offer. Merry Christmas indeed.

From 1pm to 4:30pm. Dhs595 (soft drinks), Dhs895 (bubbles and house beverages), Dhs1,295 (free-flowing bubbles, house beverages and soft drinks). Children below 6 years dine for free. Park Hyatt Dubai, Deira, for reservations call (+97)1 4 602 1814 or email dxbph-restaurantreservations@hyatt.com

Bread Street Kitchen

Prepare to delight in a selection of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s signature dishes, including his famous Turkey Wellington. Yum. Brunch also includes an array of hot and cold starter stations (think cold meats and a cheese board), as well as hot starters such as tamarind spiced chicken wings, mini wagyu sliders and fish cakes. Guests can enjoy a dessert buffet with highlights such as eggnog pannacotta, and berry Eton mess. Hungry yet?

From 12:30pm to 4:00pm, Dhs450 including selected beverages, Dhs105 per child aged four - 11 years old . Atlantis The Palm, call (+971) 4 426 2626 to make a reservation

Saffron

The super-fun venue at Atlantis, The Palm is serving up a classic Christmas Day Brunch – featuring a raw bar, oyster station and a live carving station with over 220 dishes (seriously) to choose from. The resident DJ matches the music to the mood, so things may start with '70s funk, moving on to more recent hits as things heat up. It’s important to note that this Christmas Day extravaganza is only for guests aged 21 years or over. Soz kids.  

From 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs535 including selected beverages and a sparkling welcome drink. Saffron at Atlantis, The Palm. Call (+971) 4 426 2626 or email restaurantreservations@atlantisthepalm.com

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