As the Holy Month of Ramadan unfolds, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) invites residents and visitors to celebrate together with unique Iftar menus, gather over for coffee and to celebrate the season with gifts to cherish and exhibitions to experience, ensuring a memorable Ramadan experience for all.
Elevated dining experiences
Sucre: A Fire Dining Experience at DIFC
Savor the spirit of the Holy Month in style at Sucre, featuring a limited-time menu inspired by the rich flavours of the Middle East. Indulge in a culinary journey with tantalizing dishes such as traditional dates and nuts, comforting soup, smoky aubergine delights, savory cheese Manakish, succulent roasted lamb chops, and a sweet finale of sticky toffee pudding sundae. The limited-time menu is available until 8 April 2024 at AED 250 per person and located in Gate Village, Building 3. See sucredubai.com for more details.
Bull & Bear: Arabic-Inspired Iftar in DIFC’s Waldorf Astoria
Experience a delectable Iftar at Bull & Bear, known for their steaks and grills, where an Arabic influenced menu awaits. Indulge in classics such as Josper grilled flatbread with dips, red lentil soup, and Bull & Bear’s take on an Iftar mixed grill. Guests can also choose from mouthwatering options like lamb melanzane and homemade Mediterranean oriental rice. Complete the feast with sweet delicacies including cheese kunafa, Arabian date sticky toffee pudding, and carrot baklava. Menu available until 10 April 2024 and priced at AED 245 per person. Menu available from sunset to 8.30 pm, located in the Waldorf Astoria, DIFC. Further information is available bullandbeardifc.com
Bombay Borough: Experience a unique Dastarkhwan Iftar menu at DIFC
Embark on a soulfully crafted culinary journey with Bombay Borough’s Iftar Dastarkhwan menu. Their soulfully crafted Iftar ranges from shared platters to flavourful small dishes, street grills, delicious biryanis, and desserts, delicately infusing traditional Iftar classics with their unique progressive touch. Experience the Iftar menu until 10 April 2024, at their DIFC location in Gate Village Building 3. For further information go to: bombayborough.com/dubai.html
DIFC’s Hutong: An Iftar from the Silk Road
Join Hutong in embracing the spirit of Ramadan with a meticulously curated Iftar set menu. Priced at AED 248 per person, guests can indulge in a symphony of flavours, featuring dishes like Golden Pumpkin Soup with Chilean Cod, Duck Bao with Green Chilli, Steamed Dim Sum Platter, and more. Conclude the culinary journey with delectable Silk Road Sweets. Visit them for Iftar until 10 April 2024 in DIFC’s Gate Village, Building 6. For more information, go to: hutong-dubai.com
Casual Gatherings
Joe & The Juice at DIFC: Ramadan Art and Coffee
Celebrate Ramadan with exclusive offerings at Joe & The Juice. Enjoy Joe’s Sahara Coffee, featuring limited-edition cups adorned with illustrations by Emirati artist Aysha Al Hamrani, and exclusive discounts with Ramadan Cards. Exclusives are available until 10 April 2024, located in Gate Village, Building 4, DIFC. For more information go to joejuice.com
DIFC’s LDC Kitchen + Coffee: All-You-Can-Eat Iftar Experience
Embrace the spirit of Ramadan with a comforting all-you-can-eat Iftar at LDC Kitchen + Coffee. Priced at AED 89 per person, guests can enjoy unlimited starters, mains, water, soft drink, and ice cream. Located in Gate District Building 4, DIFC.
DIFC’s Circle Cafe: Ramadan Delights
Immerse yourself in the essence of Ramadan with Circle Cafe’s exclusive set menu featuring traditional and contemporary dishes. Located in Gate District Building 2, DIFC. For more information go to: circle-cafe.com. Menu available until April 10, 2024.
Jones The Grocer at DIFC: Suhoor Delights
Enjoy great savings on Suhoor delights at Jones The Grocer, with pistachio flavoured delights. Located in DIFC’s Gate District, Building 5. Offer valid until April 10, 2024.
Gazebo at DIFC: Ramadan Exclusives
Celebrate the spirit of Ramadan with Gazebo’s exquisite iftar platters and exclusive specials. Located in Gate District, Building 5, DIFC. More information can be found at gazebo.ae, available until 10 April 2024.
WAQ?D, only at DIFC: A Fusion of Elegance and Flavour
Explore the sophisticated coffee shop WAQ?D at Waldorf Astoria DIFC, offering world-class coffee and gourmet menu. Located on the ground floor, Waldorf Astoria, DIFC.
Art and culture during Ramadan
DIFC’s Tabari Art Space: Aya Haidar: Battlegrounds Exhibition
Explore the poetic world of Aya Haidar at Tabari Art Space in DIFC. Her art, crafted from found objects, explores the Middle East’s rich history of women in art and beyond. Located in Gate Village, Building 3, this unique exhibition runs until 18 April 2024.