Summer Survival: Best of the Brunch

Need we say more? Make long, lazy brunchin' on the weekends your number one summer survival soiree.

Bleu Blanc by David Myers, Renaissance Downtown Dubai, Hotel

Enjoy a truly French meal at Bleu Blanc.

Comme ca Friday Brunch: Embark on an epicurean journey to the south of France. Sit back and relax as plate after plate is served to your table, accompanied by signature drinks, designed by internationally acclaimed bar guru Sam Ross, whilst you sip on French bubbly. Savour celebrity chef David Myers’ signature dishes including oxtail tartine, polenta croquettes, grilled king prawns, skirt steak and mac and cheese. Before you leave, snap an insta shot at tag it #BlueDoorDXB. We loved this venue even before summer came around, so imagine the delicious and dreamy respite now! AED299 with soft drinks; AED399 with house drinks, AED599 with French bubbly. Served from 12.30pm to 4pm.

GO: Call (0)4 512 5555 for reservations and more information.

Nezesaussi Grill, Address Dubai Marina

Nezesaussi Grill has a lively atmosphere with delicious drinks and Southern Hemisphere platters.

Sin Bin Brunch: Tuck into hunger-busting bites, like bangers and mash, burger sliders, pavlova, all-you-can-eat charcuterie and cheese, as well as other fan favourites from the Tri- Nations Countries at Nezesaussi Grill. Expect sporty fun while you tackle pool, arcade games and an amazing beverage list. All your favourite Southern Hemisphere dishes will be on the buffet and sharing platters menu. Expect sporty fun, arcade games and an amazing bevvo list. This is a great option for big groups who don’t want to venture too far out of the Dubai Marina area and still want a lively social atmosphere that will easily make you forget about the sky-high degrees outside! AED199 per person, inclusive of house beverages. Served from 12noon to 4pm, every Friday.

GO: Call (0)4 888 3444 for reservations and more information.

Prime68, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Experience the high life at Prime68, the world's tallest hotel.

068 Friday Brunch: When the world is not enough, unleash your inner Bond and experience the high life at the 068 brunch. With a license to grill, this brunch will satisfy the palate of every carnivore with mouth-watering meat and drinks to accompany. Live another day while sipping on signature beverages and taking in Dubai’s daring views from the world’s tallest hotel. It may be hot outside, but the only thing you need to be worrying about is keeping your phone on full charge to snap some of the most breath-taking views of the city. ‘For Your Eyes Only’ package: AED495 per person, including house beverages; ‘Goldfinger’ package: AED595 per person, including sparkling vino; ‘Diamonds are Forever’ package: AED695 per person, including bubbly. Served from 1pm to 4pm.

GO: Call (0)4 414 3000 for reservations and more information.

Meliá Desert Palm Dubai

Take in the serene views at the Vintage Brunch.

Vintage Friday Brunch: Luxury without loudness is the motto here and we couldn’t recommend a place and a brunch highly enough than this one. First, it’ll take you out of the city hustle and into a serene setting of stunning manicured green surrounds. Enter RARE where diners can indulge in the popular Vintage Brunch favourites along with some truly scrumptious delights. AED195 per person inclusive of soft beverages and AED295 inclusive of selected hops, vino and bubbly. Children aged between five and 11 dine for only AED100.

GO: Call (0)4 323 8888 for reservations and more information.

Fairmont the Palm

This brunch at the Fairmont focuses on family-style Indian dishes.

Little Miss India Saturday Brunch: With a concept focusing on ‘share and tear’, family style dishes and expertly infused beverages, this weekend brunch brings an informal way to dine with friends and family every Saturday afternoon, finishing with sundowner beverages to keep you cool. Focusing on regional Indian flavours, the brunch entails a three-course menu including an enormous selection of delectable sharing style dishes such as lamb, chicken and prawn kebabs, poppadum and chutneys, Tandoor Aloo, Butter Chicken, Lamb Bhunna, Tikka Masalas, Dal Makhani, Gulab Jamun, Phirnee Brulee and Gajjar Ka Halwa to name but a few. AED215 with soft drinks; AED295 with house beverages and signature cocktails. AED105 for children aged 12 and under and children aged below six dine for free. Served from 12noon to 3.30pm.

GO: Call (0)4 457 3457 for reservations and more information.

Jumeirah Emirates Towers

The Parisian atmosphere at La Cantine du Faubourg is guaranteed to elevate your brunch experience.

La Cantine du Faubourg Saturday Brunch: Have you tried La Cantine du Faubourg’s brunch yet? If not, let’s get your Saturday sorted. This outstanding brunch happens at the elegant modern Parisian destination in a relaxed atmosphere. The bright and sunny venue draws in natural light through its glassed pergola to come and caress its large green indoor trees and plants. La Cantine du Faubourg turns into a Parisian bedroom with a bed centre stage, clocks on the tables, menus in the shape of newspapers, and staff wearing silk robes and pyjamas. The menu is absolutely divine and guests can enjoy pastries, eggs dishes, signature dishes and sweets all brought to the table, allowing the conversation and laughter with friends to flow. Including mocktails, fresh juices, soft drinks and hot beverages – AED265 per person; add-on house beverages AED400 per person; add-on bubbly AED550 per person. Served from 12noon to 4pm.

GO: Call (0)4 352 7105 for reservations and more information.

La Ville Hotel & Suites Dubai

At La Ville Hotel, brunch is at your leisure: choose a three-hour time period and enjoy unique dishes.

Lazy Grazing Feast: Get together with friends and family and enjoy Dubai’s most flexible Saturday brunch. Choose any three-hour period between 1pm and 6pm and share a delicious selection of unique meat and seafood dishes, served direct to your table in urban chic surroundings. AED199 per person with unlimited food and soft beverages; AED299 per person for a crafted selection of grape and hops; AED399 per person for a crafted selection of premium beverages. Served from 1pm to 6pm.

GO: Call (0)54 309 5948 for reservations and more information.