The holy month of Ramadan is upon us. Depending on the moon sighting, Ramadan should start on March 22 or 23. It means different working hours, different lifestyle and change in food habits as people from Muslim faith observe a month of prayers and fasting to renergise the body and soul from within.

Even though Ramadan is a period of fasting, food is central to Ramadan. Fasting means many people do not eat during daylight hours, which makes Iftar the most special time in the evenings when everyone ends their day spending quality time with family and friends.

Iftar is the time you replenish energy levels so every effort should be made to consume foods from all major food groups: fruit and vegetables, rice and alternatives, as well as meat and alternatives (which include dairy). And F&B outlets in the UAE come out with special offerings to partake in this special occasion for their customers, and themselves too.

Here are some of the offerings we have lined up so far (please visit this space for more deals and details):

KRIS WITH A VIEW

Elevate your Iftar experience with a magnificent 360° view of the bustling city of Dubai at Kris With A View and Lounge of the Park Regis Kris Kin hotel in Karama.
The faithful can break their Ramadan fast during the holy month at Kris With A View on the 19th floor where diners are spoilt for
choice with selections to suit each palate amidst postcard sceneries of Dubai at dusk.
Diners are taken on an international sojourn of culinary creativity combining the traditional flavours of Ramadan. There are timeless classics such as Lamb Ouzi and Shawarma, traditional regional recipes such as Kibbeh Bil Laban, Chicken Couscous, Oriental Mixed Grill and Samak Mashawi, and Asian and Continental specials such as Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani, Malaysian
Fish Curry, Baked Mussels, and Penne Alfredo, to name just a few.

Those with the ubiquitous sweet tooth will relish in an array of desserts from Basbousa, Pistachio Mohalabia to Baked Yoghurt, Umm Ali and many more. Ladies also get a complimentary henna with the resident artist.

Available throughout Ramadan from Maghrib to 11pm, the iftar is priced Dh120 per adult, Dh60 for children from 6 to 12 years while children 5 years or younger dine for free.

Kris With a View,
19th floor, Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel
Al Karama, Dubai
For bookings, call: +971 4 377 1184
@parkregiskriskin / @kriswithaviewdubai

MYGOVINDA’S

Ramadan is not all about meat. And so MyGovinda’s, the vegetarian food place famous for its Great India Thali or multi-course meals, is back with an incredible iftar spread. The delectable 5-course set menu for two and four people comes at just AED 89 and AED 179 respectively.

Giving a taste of everything refreshingly light and invigorating and offering fan-favourites such as Greek salad, beetroot hummus, piquant soups, savoury kebabs and sweets, MyGovinda’s is all set to win hearts this Ramadan. What makes MyGovinda’s different from any other vegetarian foodie hotspot is its adherence to the Satvik diet (no onion and garlic as ingredients that presents nourishing soul foods that are great for health.

• Time: 6.45pm to 8.30pm
• Where: Any MyGovinda’s Outlet
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/mygovindas/

BAOFRIEND

Combining the slightly sweet and fiercely tangy with the spicy sizzle of Asian fusion cuisine, Baofriend brings an exquisite iftar spread that is inspired by the bustling food streets. Starting from sundown to 10 pm every evening, Baofriend’s four-course set menu promises to treat the patrons’ tastebuds.

Along with assorted Turkish sweets and dates, the feast includes Bala-Bala, an Asian fritter made out of vegetables and served with tangy and spicy Thai sweet-chilli sauce, Gado-Gado, the well-loved mixed vegetable salad topped with creamy peanut sauce and crunchy crackers, and the miso lentil soup, a hearty and nutritious family favourite, which is sure to gratify customers.

Patrons can then choose a main course from delicious mains such as chicken wok-fried noodles that are cooked to perfection with crunchy mixed vegetables, bokchoy, and oyster sauce, Hambagu rice, one of Baofriend’s top favourites that comes with a succulent Wagyu beef patty, spicy cucumber, and irresistible Japanese slaw. The spread will also offer Kimchi ramen with chicken for those who love a bit of spicy and tangy, handcrafted by Baofriend’s incredible Indonesian chef and served with kimchi broth, bokchoy, and sesame.

Desserts include pisang goreng with crispy fried plantain served with vanilla ice cream and amazingly luscious dulce de leche that promises to transport guests to gastronome heaven. Guests can also get their hands on ‘Es Campur’ a cold Indonesian mixed-ice concoction made with jackfruit, avocado, grass jelly, and more. Head to Baofriend’s Dubai Silicon Oasis outlet during Ramadan for just AED 69 per person.

• Time- Sunset – 10 PM
• Contact- 04 287 5120
• Address- Building A3, Dubai Digital Park, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE
• Instagram – baofrienduae
• Website- http://www.baofriend.com

BELGRAVE

For those in Abu Dhabi, an indulgent treat awaits you at Belgrave. Relish Persian flavours and hospitality from the London-born restaurant at the UAE capital with an ‘All You Can Eat’ offer at an exciting price point. You will love the distinctive amalgamation of delicious Eastern cuisines with a Western twist.

The Iftar feast will begin with a hearty special soup of the day. This is followed by a choice of unlimited main course, a basket of mixed herbs and bread, and a choice of either salad Shirazi or mast kheer. Entrees include rich and succulent lamb koobideh grilled to perfection and containing a wonderful balance of spices and herbs, served with aromatic rice. Guests can also pick from Belgrave’s moist and flavourful chicken koobideh, their signature chicken masti, top favourite chicken zafrani or savoury chicken reyhani, all served unlimited, and grilled to delightful perfection, each complementing the multiple palates and preferences of each patron.

The Belgrave fan-favourites will be available for takeouts daily from 5 pm onwards and for dine-in from 6.30 pm to 2 am. Belgrave’s Ramadan Special Boxes include sunrise meals also, which means these savoury offerings can be relished at home and outside or gifted as well.

• Where: Red Crescent building, 1st Floor – Al Rawdah – Abu Dhabi
• Offer: Unlimited
• Price: 105aed per person
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/belgrave.ad/

LAPA EATERY

Lapa Eatery, a Dubai-based venue celebrating clean eating and well-being, has announced a nourishing Ramadan spread where an array of gluten, dairy and preservative free options to choose from a delectable spread. Its exclusive iftar and suhoor offers include foods that are light and wholesome, rejuvenating the fasting ones physically and spiritually.

Some of the menu highlights include a creamy butternut hummus, pumpkin or balila soups, spicy-savoury shakshuka, creamy eggplant avocado on toast, baked falafels, gluten-free fiery chicken quinoa biryani, Karan beef bowl, and more.

Though Ramadan is for those who are hitting puberty at the start of the spectrum, many children start fasting much earlier. The restaurant’s kids’ menu is a knockout win baked sweet potato chips, margarita pizza with homemade cauliflower and broccoli base, beetroot and carrot-based pancakes topped with caramelised peaches and mixed forest berries.

• Ramadan Suhoor package for one costs AED 110 and only AED 189 for two.
• Ramadan Iftar package for one costs AED 125 and only AED 199 for two.
• Time: 10am – 12am
• Where: Lapa Eatery, Jumeriah
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/lapa_eatery/

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