Paris Society, the hospitality group behind some of the most iconic dining and nightlife addresses globally, is bringing Le Piaf, its most celebrated piano-bar concept to Dubai for the first time. Opening May 20th at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Le Piaf marks the concept’s first address outside of Europe.

Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island unveils an extensive line-up of festive and year-end dining experiences across its award-winning restaurants and lounges, including themed afternoon teas at Al Meylas, signature steak nights and Christmas celebrations at Butcher & Still, elegant Italian feasts at Café Milano, and indulgent brunches at Crust. Eclipse Terrace Lounge offers seasonal dinners under the stars, while Saikindō elevates New Year’s Eve with exclusive omakase and terrace celebrations. Throughout December, guests can enjoy curated menus, live entertainment, luxury hampers, wellness-inspired dining moments, and specialty retail offerings, making the hotel one of Abu Dhabi’s most vibrant culinary destinations for the holiday season.

In an insightful conversation with Breaking Travel News, Pounders founder Jasim Mohammed Abdellatif Ahmed Alyassi highlights how his homegrown Emirati brand is blending comfort food with purposeful community impact. Rooted in the UAE’s values of generosity, unity and hospitality, Pounders is using its platform to give back—most notably through the “Taste of Giving 2025” campaign with Dubai Cares, where 100% of proceeds from its signature Pounder Burger support global education initiatives. Alyassi explains how the concept champions sustainability through local sourcing, eco-friendly operations and ethical practices, while fostering deeper cultural connections through food. With strong guest engagement, expanding social-impact initiatives and ambitions for international growth, Pounders is positioning itself as a leading force in Dubai’s purpose-driven dining movement—showing how small actions, shared meals and local entrepreneurship can create meaningful change.

In this Breaking Travel News exclusive, Anju Gautam, founder of Mann Marzi, shares how her debut fine-dining restaurant in Dubai redefines culinary storytelling. From her Jalandhar roots and global travels to transforming a personal diary into a dining experience, Anju reveals the emotional philosophy behind Mann Marzi — a space where heritage meets theatre and every dish tells a story. She discusses the challenges of being a first-time restaurateur, her mission to inspire women entrepreneurs, and her vision to turn Mann Marzi into a global cultural movement driven by heart, creativity, and soulful entrepreneurship.

From barefoot beach bars to MICHELIN-recognized kitchens, Domes Resorts curates a collection of dining experiences that span the Mediterranean and beyond. Each concept — from the Riviera-inspired Vilebrequin La Plage in Crete to the soulful Greek island cuisine of Maitr & Margarita in Santorini — tells its own story through place, flavor, and design. Guests can savor Italian nostalgia at antonino’s, rooftop bistronomy at Jerár, and cosmopolitan Mediterranean plates at Gallina, while Zamāna brings music-fueled beachside energy to Chania. Estrella & Surfer Maya add a vibrant street-food twist across multiple destinations, ensuring every meal at Domes is more than dining — it’s an immersion in culture, atmosphere, and a sense of place.

On Wednesday, June 18, from 6PM, MAMA ZONIA invites Dubai’s wild at heart to celebrate International Sushi Day with an indulgent, jungle-style twist: a decadent sharing sushi platter for two, paired with a bottle of Prosecco, for just AED 299.