IT Girls Guide to Dubai with Aasttha Parekh
SIP
Nahate, DIFC
A space with multiple spaces within it. I usually go for one cocktail and end up staying for more!
Baoli, J1
The place you want to take all your out of town friends. Dinner here effortlessly turns into a full-blown party, and honestly, that’s exactly the point.
Sirene by Gaia, DIFC
Mediterranean flavours, golden-hour sunsets and a chic crowd - it’s definitely the place to be this winter.
Surf Club, West Palm Beach
High-energy beach club with great DJs, good drinks and the kind of sundowner that turns into an all-day affair.
25 jump Street
A fun, casual strip to hop between cafés and casual bites; great for quick meetings or working outside of home.
Julith Coffee & Roastery
A solid go-to for good coffee when you want something low-key, well-made and unfussy.
SAVOUR
Moli by Shi
Semi-formal, low-key Asian food that I keep going back to. Reliable, flavourful and great for an easy dinner.
Iliana, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
I love this place. It’s elegant without being stiff, great for a girl’s dinner.
Mei Mei, Mayfair
Comfort Chinese with cult status from London; cosy, indulgent and always hits the spot.
Nobu by the Beach
All the iconic Nobu flavours you love, but with a relaxed seaside setting that has that signature Dubai appeal.
Il Borro
Transport yourself to Tuscany with this authentic bistro. Perfect for date night!
The Square
Enjoy this while the weather is good. An open air pop-up that starts at 4pm and is great for a coffee date or dinner.
SEE
Alserkal Avenue
Dubai’s creative hearT galleries, cafés and cultural spaces that are always evolving and worth wandering through.
AURA Skypool
The 360-degree infinity pool everyone talks about; go for the views, stay for the experience (and yes, the photos).
Atlantis The Royal Spa
If luxury wellness had an address, this would be it. Impeccable treatments, serene spaces and next-level R&R.
The Charm Bar
A fun stop for custom charm jewellery; great for personalised gifts, cute details and a reel waiting to happen.
Cassette Courtyard
A relaxed, community-style space with cafés, pop-ups and creative energy; perfect for an easy afternoon hang.
