• The Four Seasons Resort at Jumeirah Beach will open its doors on Sunday, bringing four new restaurants on the day of the launch: the all-day international restaurant Suq; their signature Asian-styled seafood restaurant Sea Fu; Hendricks, a lounge with a cigar room; and Shai Salon, a tea spot offering lighter fare. It was also just revealed that Nusret, a famous Turkish restaurant started by a butcher and meat specialist, will open its first international location at the hotel in December. For reservations at any of the new restaurants, call 04 270 7777 or visit www.fourseasons.com/dubaijb.
• Samantha Wood, founder of FooDiva, a popular restaurant review site, has just launched Dine Around Dubai – monthly excursions where guests can taste the best dishes from five different restaurants all in one evening. The next experience is scheduled for Monday. For more information, visit www.foodiva.net.
• Chickalicious Dessert Bar in The Village Mall Jumeirah has just introduced their famous dough'ssants to the region. A combination between a traditional doughnut and a croissant, the dough'ssants are crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle. Their unique flavours include jasmine, lavender, date, rose, Nutella, Dutch apple and creme brûlée. Call 04 344 4700 or visit www.facebook.com/chickaliciousme.
• La Porte des Indes in The Address Dubai Mall will launch a special game menu next week featuring quail, Guinea fowl, venison, rabbit and pheasant. Each dish will be prepared with Indian spices and flavours. Expect tamarind, peppercorn, curry leaves, yogurt, yellow chillies, garam masala and more. The special game menu will run for two weeks from November 19-29. For reservations, call 04 438 8610.
• Just Salad has just opened in Jumeirah Lake Towers. The New York City-based eco-conscious concept serves healthy chef-designed salads and create-your-own versions. It also dishes up wraps, smoothies and soups. A second location will open in Business Bay later this year. www.dubai.justsalad.com
• 72 By Hues, a boutique hotel in Sharjah, will launch their new family friendly brunch this Friday from 12:30 onwards. There will be the typical brunch fare as well as live cooking stations and a special kids menu. There is also a separate dining room, which can hold up to 12 guests if you're looking for a more private affair. Dh85 per person and a 50 per cent discount for kids. For reservations, call 06 507 9797 or visit www.72byhues.com.
