The first weekend of November is already here and we have the perfect recommendations on how to spend it. Head to One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai if a pool day dressed in Missoni’s signature prints suits your style or check out Swedish chef Björn Frantzén’s Middle East debut for a meal that is sure to satiate the soul and stomach.
Where To Go
Italian fashion House, Missoni, brings its resort club to Dubai for the first time, calling the names of the region’s winter sunseekers. Set in Drift Beach within the One&Only Royal Mirage, the resort club channels the essence of Missoni's signature style and infuses it throughout the luxurious space, think daybeds, parasols and cabanas all bathed in its bold turquoise. Having opened resort clubs in Sicily, Capri and Portofino, Missoni aims to continue to collaborate with exclusive locations across the world in the coming months, giving lovers of the fashion House an opportunity to immerse themselves in its lifestyle philosophy. Book now
What To Watch
Commemorating the solemn anniversary of the Balfour Declaration, Cinema Akil will be screening the Palestinian-Canadian animated documentary The Wanted 18 at 25hours Hotel, Dubai on 2 November. The Balfour Declaration, a public pledge by the British for the establishment of a national home for the Jewish people in Palestine, marks an important occasion in the beginning of the upheaval. The documentary, by Amer Shomali and Paul Cowan, tells the story of Palestinians in Beit Sahour and their effort in hiding 18 dairy cows from the Israeli security forces when the dairy collective was deemed a threat to national security. The humorous documentary, captured from the perspective of the cows, is a great watch for the weekend in light of the distressing times in the region. Book now
Where To Eat
Studio Frantzén, the latest culinary offering from renowned Swedish chef Björn Frantzén, has just opened its doors at Atlantis, The Palm. Studio Frantzèn marks the chef's debut in the Middle East, giving food connoisseurs in the region an opportunity to experience his innovative French-Asian cuisine for the first time, including Côte de Boeuf and bone marrow with oxtail ponzu and the restaurant's signature turbot with caviar and anchovies. Coupled with a vibrant atmosphere and late-night lounge, the restaurant's Scandinavian design promises an unforgettable experience that caters to all diners. With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and refined cooking techniques, Studio Frantzén is poised to become a must-visit destination for food lovers in Dubai. Book now
