Enjoy all-you-can-eat-buffet and à la carte options and drink premium bubbly – a great start to the weekend. Dhs449 (includes bubbly)

A decadent selection of dishes with fine free flowing bubbly. Dhs499

Try all-you-can-eat Asian on Saturday, Indian and Arabic on Sunday, Mediterranean on Monday, chocolate on Wednesday and barbecue on Thursday. Dhs149 (soft drinks)

Learn to make a selection of sushi. Dhs200 for 90-minute class, Dhs350 including a meal of sharing taster plates

Learn to make a selection of sushi. Dhs200 for 90-minute class, Dhs350 including a meal of sharing taster plates

Dubbing itself ‘East Meats West’, the international menu at this barbecue night includes American-style mini burgers and Indian lamb tandoori. There’s also a DJ. Dhs150 (soft drinks)

The steakhouse has styled itself on a New York street-side food kiosk, serving sandwiches, burgers and American-style desserts. Dhs295 (selected beverages)

Try an Asian-inspired afternoon tea, with speciality dishes such as house-cured duck sandwiches and cinnamon and star anise scones. Dhs160, Dhs260 (with bubbly)

This Italian-themed brunch features more than 100 dishes from the buffet, plus al-fresco seating. Dhs205 (soft drinks), Dhs275 (house beverages)

Pricey, yes, but this brunch is something that everyone should try at least once. Aside from the great views of the creek, chef de cuisine Simon Wipf does a fine job with the fantastic French fare. Dhs425 (soft drinks), Dhs495 (selected house beverages), Dhs550 (sparkling grape), Dhs670 (bubbly), Dhs1,998 (pick-up and drop-off in a limo, bubbly, premium beverages and a gift from Pistache patisserie)

Unwind with a hearty selection of barbecue dishes, alongside salads, cheese and charcuterie. Dhs190 (soft drinks), Dhs280 (grape and hops)

The raw bar offers a selection of organically farmed Imperial caviar. From Dhs650 per 30g

The Talk’s fish market night Choose from a vast selection of fresh fish, crustaceans and molluscs. Dhs165 (soft drinks), Dhs225 (house beverages), free for kids under 13

The Talk Restaurant & Lounge The Jazz & Bubbles Friday brunch features Harry Austin playing jazz classics, as well as international offerings from sushi to tandoori and pizza to pasta. Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs350 (house beverages)

A buffet of Latin American specials including tortillas, spiced tamales and traditional chilli salvers. Dhs165 (soft drinks), Dhs225 (house beverages), free for kids under 13

The ‘Early Bird’ brunch takes a Mediterranean twist and features a number of drinks stations. After brunch, move along to Dek on Eight for the Ministry of Sound chill-out party. Dhs220 (food only), Dhs340 (house beverages)

Offers carving stations, fresh oven-baked pizzas and seafood, as well as mixed drinks, and an after party at M.DEK. Dhs219 (food only). Dhs341 (house beverages)

A laid back event with a Mediterranean à la carte menu, mixed drinks and music from the DJ and saxophonist. Dhs164 (food only). Dhs219 (house beverages)

Choose from a range of meats – from chicken to steak – and get a free hop or short beverage with each order. Dhs50 (includes one drink)

Fry-up and two pints. Simple. Dhs69 (two selected house beverages)

For those who can’t afford the Traiteur brunch (which takes place in the same hotel), Thai Kitchen offers an affordable alternative, with tasty Thai fare delivered straight to your table. Dhs235 (soft drinks), Dhs295 (house beverages), Dhs370 ( sparkling grape)

A masterclasses in the secrets of preparing authentic Thai cuisine. Advanced reservation necessary. From Dhs350 (food and soft drinks); from Dhs525 (with a glass of bubbly or grape)

‘Juhm jihm’ is a speciality from Esarn (Chef Suppatra’s home province). Dhs150 per person, minimum two people

Devour 2kg of rib-eye steak and 300g of chips within 60 minutes, and you’ll dine free and enter the hall of fame. Free if you complete the challenge; Dhs690 if you don’t

The restaurant offers a lunchtime deal of three courses, with a focus on steak. Dhs130 (food only); Dhs229 (house beverages)