In pictures: Iftars offered in the UAE

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  Yas Viceroy is offering an iftar on an evening dhow cruise that will serve up traditional Arab dishes such as lamb ouzi and local fish kofta. Guests will have views of the mangroves, the Abu Dhabi skyline and wild gazelles on the beachfront. Courtesy Yas Viceroy

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  Jumeirah at Etihad Towers will offer two iftars: one at Rosewater that will feature authentic Arabian fare and the other at its Layali Al Baraka venue. The latter will include live cooking stations and a traditional oud player. Starting from sunset at both venues. Courtesy Jumeirah at Etihad Towers

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  The Desert Palm Hotel on Al Awir Road will host an iftar at Rare restaurant. The specialities on offer include lamb soup, homemade mezze and Arabian desserts. From sunset until 11pm. Pawan Singh / The National

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  Almaz by MOMO has an outlet in the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai as well as The Galleria on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. From sunset until 8.30pm Courtesy Almaz by Momo

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  The iftar at Nine7One in The Oberoi hotel will serve food with a modern twist from nine Arab countries. Dishes include lobster kibbeh with beetroot hummus, sea bass kunafi crisp with lemon chilli dip and braised short ribs ras el hanout. Courtesy Nine7One

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  Almaz by MOMO will feature a variety of Arab and North African flavours, including lamb tagine, prawn kataifi, cheese briouats and pistachio macaroons. Courtesy Almaz by Momo

With Ramadan set to start on Sunday, worshippers will be abstaining from food and drink from dawn until sunset. Here is a sampling of iftars taking place around Abu Dhabi and Dubai.