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Move over Friday afternoon brunch offerings, Thursday evening brunches are swiftly becoming the hottest new thing to do in Dubai.

And if you’re looking for one that’s going to spoil you for choice, then get yourself to Late Brunch Thursdays, taking place at Great British Restaurant at DUKES THE PALM, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, every Thursday from Thursday September 6.

Running from 6.30pm to 10pm every Thursday, guests can expect to enjoy unlimited house drinks, an international buffet and live entertainment. The soft package is available for Dhs298, house drinks are Dhs350 or you can upgrade to the sparkling package for Dhs420.

Ideal for kicking the weekend off in style, the brasserie-style restaurant perfectly combines a relaxing atmosphere with a hint of glamour, boasting black and white chequered flooring and floor to ceiling velvet curtains alongside a dramatic central bar.

Make sure to bring your appetite, as the international buffet is bursting with everything from sushi to seafood, curry to a full roast dinner, hearty burgers and a whole section dedicated to desserts (make sure you don’t miss the chocolate fountain). Beverages on offer range from house wine and beer to specially crafted cocktails.

The live entertainment comes in the form of singer and piano duo Laura and Tamas, who performing a range genres from vocal house to popular chart music that’ll warm you up for the weekend.

As well as the stunning interior of the restaurant, there is also an inviting outdoor terrace with scenic views where you can enjoy your cocktails al fresco as you watch the sun go down. With the weather finally starting to cool off, it’s a pretty good place to start your weekend.

Thursday plans sorted.

Late Brunch Thursdays, Great British Restaurant, DUKES THE PALM, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, Palm Jumeirah, 6.30pm to 10pm, Thursdays, Dhs298 soft, Dhs350 house, Dhs420 premium. Tel: (04) 455 1111. barcelo.com/dukes-the-palm

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