The Weekend Edit: Daycations and Gourmet Dining

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Chef Thierry Marx comes to dubai

The soothing spa setting at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island

THE SPA: Anjana Spa
Start off the new decade stress-free and indulge yourself at Anjana Spa. For the month of January, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island’s award-winning wellness facility is offering two spa offers set to revitalise the body and mind. When booking any 60-minute massage or treatment guests will receive a complimentary upgrade to a 90-minute pamper session. Alternatively, if you purchase a 90-minute massage or facial treatment, you will also receive a Royal Ottoman Hamman treatment; a deep exfoliation in aromatic water, followed by a natural herbal mask, foot and scalp massage, as well as time in the steam and sauna. True bliss.+971 2 492 2333 

Chef Thierry Marx

Chef Thierry Marx from brings his expertise from Mandarin Oriental, Paris

THE POP-UP: Chef Thierry Marx
Acclaimed French celebrity chef, Thierry Max, is launching a dining pop-up in The Bay, at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeria, Dubai. Guests will have the chance to savour the Chef’s unique style of cooking — merging French tradition with Asian influences to create avant-garde dishes — during a six-course menu that will include some of his finest creations; Gambero Rosso, Yellow Pollack and Poire Belle-Hélène — in the  The Bay’s charming seaside setting. The exquisite dining experience will take place on January 16 and 17, but plan ahead as advance reservations are required. Prices start from Dh500 per person. Mandarinoriental.com

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The pool and beach at W Dubai -The Palm

THE DAYCATION: W Dubai – The Palm
Redefine the January blues and spend a day beachside looking out to The Palm’s tranquil waters. If you’re already in need of an escape, but don’t have the time or funds to book a flight, then flee to W Dubai — The Palm for a day of pure luxury. Enjoy a relaxing 60-minute at the hotel’s Away Spa, a delicious main course at one of the resort’s eateries and access to the cool pool and beach for the entire day. The all-day offer is from now until March 31, everyday of the week for Dhs599. Marriott.com

Chingón

Contemporary Mexican cuisine at Chingón

THE BRUNCH: Chingón
Tired of the same old Friday Brunch? Mix it up in 2020 and try Chingón’s newly launched Saturday Brunch: El Camino de Flores. The modern Mexican eatery, located at   the Grand Millennium Hotel, hosts a Mayan-inspired party brunch that promises a lively ambience with musicians, dancers, fabulous food and signature cocktails in a sleek setting. The contemporary menu features Duck Quesadillas, King Crab Nachos and Chimichurri Burrata — as well as a specially curated menu for vegetarians and vegans, including the melt-in-the-mouth Wild Mushroom Ceviche. Every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm, packages start from Dhs295; +971 4 873 3377

  • Words by Jenna Calvert