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Returning to school after a long and often arduous summer holiday brings with it the all-too-familiar feelings of excitement and trepidation in equal measure. “What date do I need to be back? What shall I wear? What’s stayed the same? What’s Changed?” The same can be said ofcourse, about the return of Dubai’s favourite Friday (and Saturday) pastime after a month-long hiatus for the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The Big Apple Brunch ........................................................................................ 3

Never fear…Mr & Mrs Brunch are here to give you a snapshot of 22 of our favourite brunches to get you back into the swing of things and make sure that you are as clued up as you need to be for the forthcoming Brunch Season. As always, we don’t aim to be an exhaustive list of brunches…Google can help you with that. We will however, always give you our tried, tested, honest opinions of brunches we have actually experienced, with our reviewers hats on or otherwise.

Surf n Turf Samba Brunch ................................................................................. 4

Flavours on Two ................................................................................................. 3 Big Brunch on 8 .................................................................................................. 3 Candypants Brunch ........................................................................................... 3 Feast Brunch ...................................................................................................... 4

Longs Bar Brunch ............................................................................................... 4 Surf n Turf Thurs Night Brunch ......................................................................... 4 Al Bahoul Friday Brunch .................................................................................... 5 Da Brunch @ Claw BBQ ..................................................................................... 5 West 14th Friday Long Lunch ............................................................................. 5

We already have a packed schedule of new reviews lined up to bring you our customary and comprehensive depictions of the food, drink and atmosphere, as well as special offers, promotions and competitions so that you can treat your loved ones with your culinary benevolence.

Toy Brunch ......................................................................................................... 5 Le Classique Brunch ........................................................................................... 6 Bubbalicious Brunch ......................................................................................... 6 “Mas Mas” Brunch ............................................................................................. 6

Watch this space for more updates as there is lots on the horizon for you to be excited about.

Sparkling Brunch ............................................................................................... 6 Fork ‘n’ Cork Brunch .......................................................................................... 7

Happy Reading…and Happy Brunching…

Vivaldi by Alfredo Russo Brunch ....................................................................... 7 The Great British Brunch ................................................................................... 7 Original Wings n Rings Brunch .......................................................................... 7

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The Taste of the Ivy & All that Jazz ................................................................... 8 Saturday Rolling Brunch .................................................................................... 8

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The Big Apple Brunch Venue name – Tribeca Kitchen & Bar, JA Ocean View Hotel Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July CLICK HERE for Mr & Mrs Brunch’s official review… Brunch Brief: New York inspired laid back, healthy, organic brunch with a quality selection of salads, BBQ’s, cocktails and wines and an equally uber cool Manhattan atmosphere. Price – 349AED alcoholic package, 249 AEDnonalcoholic Day - Friday Time - 2pm-5pm Contact:+971 50 345 6067 or reservations@TR!BECA.ae

Flavours on Two Brunch Venue name – Towers Rotana Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July Follow the link for Mr & Mrs Brunch’s official review… Brunch Brief: – They say that Dubai is multinational, but nothing quite underlines this statement like the perfect family brunch at flavours on two Price –185 AED Non-alcoholic 225 AED alcoholic Day - Friday Time – 12.30pm-4pm Contact – 043122201 or [email protected]

The Big Brunch on 8 Venue name – Media One Hotel Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July (Summer Brunch) Big Brunch on 8 Back on Oct 2nd (3 venues) Follow the link for Mr & Mrs Brunch’s official review… Brunch Brief: – Taking Friday Brunch to a different level... The 8th to be precise!! At Media One we never take brunch lightly so now we have extended the variety of food, drinks & entertainment. Fancy doing the double brunch? We will give you a complimentary room at the hotel if you join us for not one but two brunches Book via our app and save 20% on the daytime

Candypants Brunch Venue name – XL Beach club, Habtoor Grand Back 2 Brunch on: 17th July Follow the link for Mr & Mrs brunch’s official review… Brunch Brief: Cool, Fun, Quirky and Wild…Recently voted Best Party Brunch by Ahlan Magazine. Also watch out for the Launch Dubai’s 1st EVER MEGABRUNCH on 24TH July Price –AED 295 (Includes house spirits, wine, beers and selected cocktails) AED 365 (Includes all of the above plus house champagne) Day – Friday - Time – 1.00pm-4pm. Contact – [email protected]

and evening brunches. Price – 375AED alcoholic Day – Friday Time – 12.30pm-4pm or 7.30-11.00pm Contact - [email protected]

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Feast Brunch Venue name – Sheraton Grand Hotel Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July Follow the link for Mt & Mrs Brunch’s official review… Brunch Brief: Gastronomic journey around the world from the streets of Malaysia and the villages in northern India to the grand French chateaux, masterfully guided with elegant food and drinks pairings by Chef Malcolm Webster and his team. Stars of the show are Lamb 26 – featuring lamb cooked 3 ways with 23 accompaniments - and Beef Rendang braised with coconut curry. Price – AED 295 – Soft drinks AED 395 including house beverages AED 495 including Moët & Chandon Time – Friday 1-4pm Contact – 045034444 or Book Online Here

Surf & Turf Samba Brunch Venue name – Mistral, Movenpick IBN Battuta Hotel Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July Brunch Brief: - Surf n Turf with a Latin twist cooked to your preference in live kitchens with live music. Price – AED 199 with soft beverages, AED 299 with house beverages Day - Friday Time – 6.30pm-11.30pm Contact [email protected] 04 444 5613

Longs Bar Brunch Venue name – Towers Rotana Back 2 Brunch on: -24th July Follow the link for Mr & Mrs brunch’s official review… Brunch Brief: – Classic International Fayre in a lively and unpretentious setting Price – AED 165 - soft beverages + one alcoholic. AED 185 - unlimited house wine + unlimited bottled/druaght beer + unlimited + unlimited selected spirts AED 245 - unlimited house wine + unlimited bottled/draught beer + unlimited premium spirits Day – Friday - Time – 12.00pm-4pm Contact – 043122201 or [email protected]

Surf & Turf Thurs Night Brunch Venue name – Mistral, Movenpick IBN Battuta Hotel Back 2 Brunch on: -23rd July Brunch Brief: - Surf n Turf cooked to your preference in live kitchens with live music Price – AED 199 with soft beverages, AED 299 with house beverages Day - Thursday Time – 6.30pm-11.30pm Contact [email protected] 04 444 5613

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Friday Brunch in Al Bahoul Venue name – Al Bahoul, Movenpick IBN Battuta Hotel Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July Brunch Brief: - Perfect for families with a large indoor bouncy castle, face painting and monitored activities for the little ones. Price – AED 295 with soft beverages AED 395 with house beverages AED 495 with champagne Day - Friday Time – 12.00pm-4pm Contact - [email protected]

Da Brunch @ Claw BBQ Venue name – Claw BBQ, Souk al Bahar Back 2 Brunch on: -24th July Follow the link to Read Mr & Mrs Brunch’s official review Brunch Brief: - A selection of crackin’ and lip-smackin’ dishes from the restaurant's menu including baja fish tacos, blue crab, Texas beef brisket and buffalo jumbo shrimp Price – Dhs195 (The Freshman with soft drinks), Dhs 295 (The Varsity with house drinks), Dhs345 (The Graduate with premium drinks) Day – Friday - Time – 12.00pm-4pm Contact –04 432 2300 or email [email protected]

Friday Long Lunch @ West 14 Venue name – West 14, Oceana residences, The Palm Jumeirah Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July Brunch Brief: - Family style long lunch with the dishes brought to your table to share with family and friends Price –AED 295 with soft beverages AED 395 with house beverages Day - Friday Time – 12.30pm-4pm Contact:[email protected] or 04 44 7760

TOY Brunch Venue name – China Grill, The Westin Mina Seyahi Back 2 Brunch on: 17th July CLICK HERE to read Mr & Mrs Brunch's full review Brunch Brief: Asian inspired world cuisine combined with the fun of a TOY party atmosphere from the moment you step through the doors of this Chic, Dark Restaurant/Club. Bring your appetite and your dancing shoes. Time – Fri 12.303.30pm Price –Big Boys Toys (Bottle Service) – 450 AED Ultimate Playground (Champagne) – 550 AED Contact: 04511 7333 or [email protected]

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Le Classique Venue name – Emirates Golf Club Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July CLICK HERE to read Mr & Mrs Brunch's full review Brunch Brief: Classical, Award-Winning French Gourmet cuisine from Chef Remi Verrier Featuring an à la carte menu of his top ten dishes for your main course selection, along with a delicious starter and dessert buffet served with pairings of 6 white and 6 red wines which you can decant yourself. Price –The Gourmet Brunch, AED 245 for food and soft beverages, AED 415 (355 AED members) for food and choice of unlimited reds and whites, or AED 550 for food and premium bubbly. Day – Tuesday - Time – 7pm-10.30pm Contact: +971 4 417 9999 or email [email protected]

Bubbalicious Brunch Venue name – Blue Orange, Hunters Room & Grill and Spice Emporium, Mina Seyahi Beach Resort Back 2 Brunch: 24th July Brunch Brief: A Dubai institution, Bubbalicious offers more than ten live cooking stations across three restaurants, serving all types of cuisine prepared before your eyes! Day and time: Friday 1pm-4pm Price: Bubbalicious spread with free flow Bubbly at AED 680 / Bubbalicious spread with free flow Sparkling is AED 550 / Bubbalicious spread and soft drinks at AED 450 / Kids 6-12 at AED 225 / Kids under 6 years eat for free. Contact for Booking: 04 399 4141 http://www.westinminaseyahi.com/en/Bubbalicious-Brunch-in-Dubai

The “Mas Mas” Brunch Venue name – Maya – Modern Mexican Kitchen + Lounge, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July CLICK HERE to read Mr & Mrs Brunch's full review Brunch Brief: Elegant Mexican brilliance from Celebrity Chef Richard Sandoval including small sharing plates of Huarache, Quesadillas, and Nachos. Mains of sumptuous rib-eye steak fajitas, lobster, lamb chops and cilantro rice. Standard Package: Price AED 350 inclusive of soft beverages. Premium Package: Price AED 500 inclusive of soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, Pool and beach access Day – Friday & Saturday - Time – 1pm-4pm Contact +971 4316 5550 or [email protected]

Sparkling Brunch Venue name – Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina Back 2 Brunch on: 24th July Click HERE to read Mr & Mrs Brunch’s full review Brunch Brief: Latest Recipe entices curious, informed diners with classic and hearty dishes. Inspiring and elegant, Latest Recipe dishes are timeless with a modern twist. Freshly cooked to order meats and huge seafood selection paired with an outdoor serenade with talented singer-songwriter Khalil Barazi. Day and time: Friday 7pm – 10.30pm Price: AED 375 – food and selected beverages / AED 250 – food only / AED 125 – kids 6-12 years Contact for Booking: 04 399 3333 http://www.latestrecipedubai.com/en/

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Vivaldi by Alfredo Russo Venue name - Sheraton at The Creek Dubai Back 2 Brunch on: 17th July 2015 Brunch Brief: Enjoy a fabulous Italian brunch with the whole family along with breathtaking views on the Dubai Creek. Selection of cold canapés , shared starters and pasta dishes. Main courses can then be ordered al a carte, before making your way to the cheese table to pick up a selection of formaggi with wine pairings. Price: AED 189 per person for soft drinks AED 269 per person for house beverages. AED 389 per person for house beverages, sparkling grape & Italian cocktails. Kids under 6 eat for free. Kids aged 6-12: AED 95 Day and Time: Friday, 12PM- 4PM Contact for Booking: Phone: (971) 4 207 1717 Email: [email protected]

Friday Fork ‘n’ Cork Brunch Venue name - Cresendo, Anantara The Palm Back 2 Brunch: 18th September 2015 Brunch Brief: Friday just got fizzier!! Experience a Friday feast that’s fine-tuned to tantalise as you take a seat indoors, or dine al-fresco next to the pool. Dishes from around the world, including traditional Arabic ouzi, fresh noodles made live by Crescendo’s Chinese noodle maker, or savour the Mexican version of the shawarma with the Tacos Al Pastor. Have fun at its innovative drinks stations including a pit-stop at the espresso martini counter, pass by the infusion rum station or cool down with a refreshing liquor lolly. Day and time: Friday: 1.00pm-4.00pm Price: AED 325 with soft beverages; AED 475 with house beverages; and AED 575 with Taittinger bubbly. Contact for booking: call 04 567 8304 or [email protected]

Original Wings and Rings Friday Brunch Venue name - OWR in Liberty House, DIFC Back 2 Brunch on: 17th July 2015 Click Here for Mr & Mrs Brunch’s full review Brunch Brief: A perfect place for family and friends, enjoy an open buffet with unlimited selected beverages along with a live band. Wings, beer, burgers and a fantastic atmosphere…what more could anyone ask for? Day and Time: Friday, 12PM- 4PM Price: 149 AED food only or 249 AED with house beverages Contact for Booking: Phone: +971 (4) 3596900

The Great British Brunch - Reform Social & Grill Venue name - Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes Club Back 2 Brunch on: 17th July 2015 Brunch Brief: Reform offers a delicious sharing platter from four options including a main course, side dishes, dessert or cheese platter, mains includes the famous fish and chips. Day and Time: Friday, 12PM- 4PM and 6PM10PM Price 250AED Contact for Booking: +971 (4) 4542638 or [email protected]

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The Taste of the Ivy & All that Jazz Venue Name: The Ivy, Jumeirah Emirates Towers Back 2 Brunch on: 17th July (No Music until the 24th) Brunch Brief: The Ivy Brunch is most certainly civilized but has a real party feel. For those who enjoy good food and personal service. Choose to play it safe by opting for the 4course table d’hôte menu packed full of breakfast and lunch favourites, or take a chance on ‘The Taste of The Ivy Degustation menu’ and take an 8 course culinary journey through ‘Ivy Classics’ and at the end of your meal, feast upon an unlimited selection of cheese until your heart’s content. Day and Time: Friday 12.30pm – 4pm Price: non-alcoholic 299 AED, house beverages and cocktails 399 AED , Sparkling, cocktails and house beverages package 599 AED Kids from 5 to 12 are charged 299 AED for brunch, but there is also a separate kids menu. Contact for booking:+971 4 319 8767 or [email protected]

The Saturday Rolling Brunch Venue Name: The Ivy, Jumeirah Emirates Towers Back 2 Brunch on: 18th July and throughout the Eid Bank Holiday Brunch Brief: Saturday is a much more relaxed & family affair, There is only one menu, which is the four course choice of Ivy Classic hors d’oeuvres, entrees, desserts and cheeses. This brunch see’s a lot of young families with kids enjoying comfortable banquettes, some even bringing their own board games! They make a lot of Bloody Mary’s and Espresso Martini’s. The most popular dishes are the Roast Beef & Sticky Toffee Pudding. Compliments to the chef are always on the Seabass! Day and Time: Saturday starts from 12pm and the last seating is 9pm and runs for 3 hours from whenever you start. Price: non-alcoholic 299 AED, house beverages and cocktails 399 AED, Sparkling, cocktails and house beverages package 599 AED Kids from 5 to 12 are charged 299 AED for brunch, but there is also a separate kids menu. Contact for booking:+971 4 319 8767 or [email protected]

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