Four to try: new Friday brunches in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

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Abu Dhabi

BOA’s signature dishes

BOA Steakhouse at the Eastern Mangroves Promenade launched this brunch in October, serving up signature dishes such as Australian black Angus New York strip steak; chicken with Thai sweet chilli sauce; asparagus risotto; and giant, grilled prawns. The à la carte menu is served at your table along with a range of appetisers such as charred tuna tartar and goat cheese baklava with pistachios and truffle.

From 12.30pm to 4pm, Dh295 with soft beverages. Call 02 641 1500

Abu Dhabi

Beachside Brunching

Try the new brunch at Emirates Palace. Held at BBQ Al Qasr’s beachside venue, it dishes up local and international appetisers buffet-style, with mains served up at live cooking stations inside beach cabanas. There’s also a selection of seafood and meat from the barbecue. A DJ is on hand to set the mood.

From 12.30pm to 4pm, Dh290 with soft beverages. Call 02 690 7999

Dubai

Chinese Duck Specialities

Zheng He’s in Jumeirah Mina A’Salam launches its new Beijing duck brunch this weekend. Try the starters – steamed duck bao and duck liver siew ma – and mains such as Beijing duck pancakes; crispy fried duck fillet; smoked duck breast and more. Desserts continue the theme: duck egg crème brûlée or Chinese layer cakes with duck egg custard, anyone?

From noon to 4pm, Dh395 with soft beverages. Call 04 432 3232

Dubai

Gordon Ramsay’s Treat

Gordon Ramsay’s newly opened Bread Street Kitchen & Bar at Atlantis The Palm will debut its signature brunch on Friday. Feast on appetisers, cheese and desserts from the buffet. Main courses are served at the table, family style. Sharing platters include signature dishes – chimichurri chicken, pan fried cod and braised beef. Side dishes are also included.

From 12.30pm to 4pm, Dh495 inclusive of select beverages. Call 04 426 2626

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