{
  "id": 18618334,
  "title": "First sitting: November dining experiences to try, and new restaurant openings",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/first-sitting-november-dining-experiences-to-try-and-new-restaurant",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-07T02:00:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/2026/11/07/november-dining-experiences-to-try-and-new-restaurant-openingsres/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In November, Dubai's dining scene will offer a range of exciting dining experiences. MiMi Mei Fair is set to serve Asian-inspired afternoon tea with a variety of savory and sweet options, all while enjoying the garden terrace views of the Burj Khalifa. Naranj Cafe, a Syrian-Levantine restaurant, has opened in Dubai, showcasing traditional Syrian cuisine with mezze, grilled meats, and specialities.\n\nRowley's, a steakhouse with a simple menu, has arrived at Yas Bay following its successful run in London. The Yas Island location offers daily specials and exclusive deals. Moonrise, a home-grown Dubai restaurant, will introduce a 12-course tasting menu celebrating the city's culinary heritage, while Broadway at Emirates Palace welcomes a new chef de cuisine, Mirsat Yilmaz, who will reimagine American classics.\n\nJara by Martin Berasategui will introduce a tapas menu with panoramic views of Downtown Dubai, and Carna by Dario Cecchini will unveil a revamped menu featuring Wagyu coppa and ossobuco lasagne. Trio Cafe, which began as a coffee stop, will expand its presence with new outlets in Jumeirah.\n\nThe Fore will return for Saturday brunch at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, featuring four hotel restaurants and live entertainment. Chef JKP James Knight-Pacheco will launch Chef Teach Me, a cookery school aimed at aspiring chefs and food enthusiasts. Jaww, an Abu Dhabi newcomer, pairs its Mediterranean and Levantine-inspired menu with a unique atmosphere. Finally, Nestt, a Euro-Mediterranean restaurant with a focus on clean food and a play area for children, will open in Al Quoz.",
  "summary": "There's always a lot going on the UAE dining scene, so we've selected some first sittings worth your while. MiMi Mei Fair Afternoon tea gets an Asian twist at London-born restaurant MiMi Mei Fair this month. Savoury bites include duck bao, golden shrimp toast and mala tofu quiche, there are sweet treats including raspberry cheesecake and dark chocolate tart, and a fully vegetarian spread is also…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}