Themed celebrations aplenty…

Easter Sunday is just weeks away, and that calls for a celebration. On that note, here are 14 great spots to celebrate Easter in Abu Dhabi.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

emirates palace

Indulge in a delightful, Easter-themed afternoon tea at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental’s Episodes, from April 15 to 25. The festive celebrations will include special Easter-themed cakes, along with chocolate eggs and rabbits.

Episodes, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, West Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, April 15 to 25, Dhs245. @episodes.uae

SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi

SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi is all set to roll out their Easter brunch, so diners can enjoy the celebrated concept’s breathtaking ambiance as they dig into its signature dishes. Celebrate the occasion with an exquisite blend of traditional Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian flavours. Ingredients from Japan such as kinmedai, amberjack, hirame, and tuna, alongside fresh, organic produce from UAE-based farms will lay the table for you this Easter.

SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, April 20, 1pm to 3.30pm. Tel: (0)2 811 5882. @sushisambaabudhabi

Southern Sun Abu Dhabi

Head over to Southern Sun Abu Dhabi for an egg-cellent, alfresco Easter brunch on their Balcon Terrace, featuring all their classics plus new live stations. To mark the occasion, there’s also a host of special Easter themed desserts, and a fun egg hunt for the kids. 

Balcon Lounge & Terrace, Southern Sun Abu Dhabi, April 20, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs225 onwards. Tel: (0)56 515 3388. @southernsunad

Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi

One of Abu Dhabi’s finest Argentinian eats, Maté, at Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi will serve up the Lamb & Legacy – Maté’s Easter Edition experience, where you can celebrate Easter with an exquisite asado experience that highlights the finest ingredients of springs with lamb as the centrepiece of a menu that blends seasonal and cultural flavours.

Maté, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, April 20, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs425 soft, Dhs545 house, Dhs745 bubbles. Tel: (0)2 407 1234. @parkhyattad

Shangri La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi

Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi will host a lavish brunch this Easter so you can celebrate the occasion with family and friends. At Sofra bld, their international restaurant, tuck into the ‘Gardens of Babylon Brunch: Easter Edition’ on April 19 and 20. In addition to all the regular favourites, there will also be special Easter-themed dishes as well as activities for children such as an egg hunt, egg rolling race and so on.

Sofra bld, Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi, April 19 and 20, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs328 soft, Dhs428 house, Dhs528 bubbles. @shangrilaabudhabi

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi

Hop on over to Verso this Easter for a family brunch with live entertainment and merriment serving as the ideal sidebars to your experience. The Easter celebrations will also feature a children’s corner with pool and beach access. With specialties like the Baccala Mantecato and the Coscia d’Agnello Arrosto and a live desert show, this is a great way to celebrate the occasion with the family this year.
Verso, Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi, April 20, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs235 soft, Dhs335 house, Dhs115 ages 6 to 12. hyattrestaurants.com

Antonia

Antonia

Celebrate Easter by the Beach at Antonia’s Pasqua Brunch this Easter, where a special Italian brunch by the beach awaits at their Mamsha Al Saadiyat location. Get together with loved ones over a delicious menu of antipasti and mains , including Easter pie, a selection of Italian cheeses and cold cuts, oven-roasted lamb, and crispy fried seafood.

Antonia, Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, noon to 4pm, Dhs350. Tel: (0)2 667 2554. @antonia.uae

Marriott Al Forsan

Khayal at Marriott Al Forsan is bringing Easter to life with a sumptuous brunch buffet experience. Your spread includes dishes such as the roasted herb turkey, beef Wellington, honey-glazed lamb leg, and a seafood tower, all complemented by free-flowing beverages over three hours.

Khayal, Marriott Al Forsan, Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs260 soft, Dhs400 house, Dhs120 ages 5 to 11. Tel: (0)2 201 4131. @marriottalforsan

St. Regis Abu Dhabi

Indulge in a terrific Tuscan Easter affair at Villa Toscana this April, where your special Easter lunch is crafted by Chef Vittorio. The meal begins with share portions of cheese-filled bread, cold cuts, roasted eggplant, Easter cake, and seabass empanadas, followed by two pasta courses of handmade ravioli and Fusilloni followed by a main of slow-cooked lamb, and dessert of apple tart tatin.

Villa Toscana, St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, noon to 4pm, from Dhs450. Tel: (0)2 694 4553. villatoscana-abudhabi.com

La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi

One of Abu Dhabi’s finest, La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi, and iconic Italian fragrance house Acqua di Parma have joined hands once again to celebrate the essence of the Mediterranean with a special Easter collaboration. In conjunction with the launch of Acqua di Parma’s new fragrance, Buongiorno, La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi has crafted a bespoke dessert and cocktail pairing, inspired by the fragrance’s distinct notes and the vibrant flavors of the Riviera, available to you on Easter Sunday, April 20. The dessert includes a delicate Easter egg, filled with a delightful basil meringue and topped with a tangy lemon chantilly, and to complement the celebration, the restaurant will be adorned with baskets of chocolate Easter eggs. Out on their terrace, a fun workshop will offer children the chance to decorate eggs and indulge in delicious chocolate treats.

La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Sunday April 20. Tel: (0)2 692 9600. @lpmabudhabi

Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

At Ray’s Grill, a special Easter menu beckons across lunch and dinner, with a 3-course set menu that included Hokkaido scallops to tender, marinated lamb chops. For seafood lovers, there’s the Chilean seabass with butternut squash foam and creamed mushroom fricassee, and to finish, you can indulge in their Easter Eggstravaganza, a white chocolate mousse in a Kunafa nest, complemented by passion fruit jelly and three milk sauce. Wow.

Ray’s Grill, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, lunch from 1pm to 4pm, dinner from 6.30pm to 11pm, Dhs395. @raysgrill.abudhabi

The Director’s Club

This Easter, The WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton invites you to step into a world of flavour, film, and festive fun at the hotel’s signature steakhouse, The Director’s Club. Across delicious dishes such as the slow-roasted beef sirloin, herb-marinated leg of lamb, or roasted corn-fed chicken – all served with rich gravy and traditional trimmings like Yorkshire pudding, duck fat potatoes, cheddar-baked cauliflower, and roasted vegetables, you’ll have a very Happy Easter at this award-winning eat.

The Director’s Club, The WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton, Sunday April 20, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs210. Tel: (0)2 815 0000. @wabudhabi

Yas Marina

Yas Marina’s exciting Easter ‘Marina Hop’ is back for its fourth year, bursting with egg-citing activities for the whole family. Taking place on April 19 and 20, Yas Marina will be filled with an array of fun egg-periences including egg decorating, face painting, arts and crafts, interactive games and the egg-ceptional Marina Hop Egg Hunt, which will run from noon to 5pm. With a dedicated chidren’s zone buzzing with activities such as face painting, egg decorating, arts and crafts, and colourful murals, plus games such as hopscotch, ring toss, giant Jenga, and Connect Four, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Easter on Yas Marina.

Yas Marina, Yas Island, April 19 and 20, noon to 5pm. @yasmarinaabudhabi

Dino’s Bistro Italiano

Indulge in a delightful spread of Italian-inspired dishes, from savoury delights to sweet treats, crafted to deliver the ideal Easter celebration. The Italian Easter-themed brunch at Dino’s with their signature dishes and additional antipasti, cheese bar, parmesan wheel pass-around and dessert buffet is everything you want this Easter, and more.

Dino’s Bistro Italiano, Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, Dhs220 soft, Dhs280 bubbles. @dinosbistroitaliano

Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi

Easter has arrived at Latitude 24, and you can now celebrate the season with their beautifully handcrafted chocolate masterpiece, available exclusively throughout the month of April. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in this limited-time delight.

Latitude 24, Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi, throughout April. @leroyalmeridienabudhabi

Belgian Cafe, InterContinental Abu Dhabi

Head to an exciting Easter Bunny Brunch this Sunday from noon onwards, where an egg-stra special celebration is yours to enjoy. Indulge in a Belgian-inspired feast featuring authentic treats, craft beverages, and golden waffles, while enjoying an exciting egg hunt, a special appearance by their cute bunny mascot, a dazzling glitter bar, and a bouncy castle for the little ones.

Belgian Cafe, InterContinental Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, noon to 4pm, Dhs275 soft, Dhs375 house, Dhs125 ages 6 to 12. @belgiancafead

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island

Experience a fun Easter brunch at Turquoise Restaurant, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, where you can indulge in a lavish spread featuring live stations with great seafood including fresh oysters, sushi, and expertly grilled fish. Premium cuts of meat feature at their live cooking stations, and you can also enjoy a live cocktail show, where expertly-crafted drinks bring the festive flair to your Easter experience. The experience is part of an exciting stay offer that you can read more about here.

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, Sunday April 20, 1pm to 4pm. Tel: (0)2 492 2222. @rixospremiumsaadiyat