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MAKI AND RAMEN IS TURNING SUSHI INTO A GAME – AND RAMEN INTO A CHALLENGE THIS APRIL

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This April, Maki & Ramen is set to shake up Dubai’s experiential dining scene with a month of interactive, high-energy experiences – from a sushi battleship game played at the table to a Level 8 spicy ramen challenge designed to test even the bravest spice lovers. Founded by award-winning Chef Teddy Lee, the UK-born brand has built a loyal following for its bold, flavour-led ramen and sushi, combining traditional Japanese techniques with a modern, inclusive dining experience. Now in Dubai, Maki & Ramen is inviting guests to go beyond the plate and into a dining experience defined by competition, heat, and highly shareable moments.

Sushi Battleship Experience

Launching this April, Maki & Ramen introduces Sushi Battleship, an interactive dining experience that transforms the table into a 3×6 game board. Designed for groups, families, and social diners, the concept turns a classic sushi outing into a fast-paced battle of strategy, luck, and wasabi.

Priced at AED 180, the experience includes 16 pieces of sushi and two “wasabi bombs” – nigiri topped with wasabi that deliver an unexpected kick. Guided by a dedicated game master, two diners go head-to-head, calling out coordinates as they attempt to outplay each other on a vibrant sushi battleground featuring Maki & Ramen’s signature rolls.

Adding to the experience, guests who share their Sushi Battleship game on social media and tag @makiramendxb will receive a complimentary ramen per table, a reward that makes victory even sweeter.

Playful, competitive, and highly shareable, Sushi Battleship offers a fresh and interactive take on dining in Dubai.

When: April 10, 2026 – April 30, 2026 | Where: Maki & Ramen (R Floor), Mövenpick Hotel, Jumeirah Village Triangle | Time: 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Price: AED 180 (Inclusive of everything guests need for one round of Sushi Battleship) | Note: Terms and Conditions apply.

Firecracker Ramen Level 8 and Spicy Ramen Challenge

In celebration of International Ramen Day, Maki & Ramen launches the Firecracker Ramen Level 8, a limited edition, extra spicy take on its popular Firecracker Ramen, created for diners who enjoy intense heat.

Priced at AED 88 and served with a chilled milk based drink, the Level 8 bowl delivers a bold, high heat flavour profile designed to challenge even seasoned spice lovers. The drink is placed beside each challenger, but drinking it during the challenge signals surrender, making it the ultimate white flag.

Running alongside the launch is the Spicy Ramen Challenge. The concept is simple: finish the Firecracker Ramen Level 8, including the soup, in under five minutes and the dish is free.

But the challenge does not end there. Once the bowl is finished and the timer stops, participants must then hold the heat for a further three minutes without drinking the milk based drink, adding an extra test of endurance to see who can handle the spice the longest.

Those who complete the challenge will earn a place on Maki & Ramen’s Wall of Fame, adding a competitive edge to the experience. The fastest record achieved across the full month will also win an All You Can Eat for one voucher.

When: April 4, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | Where: Maki & Ramen, R Floor, Mövenpick Hotel, Jumeirah Village Triangle | Time: 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Price: AED 88, including Firecracker Ramen Level 8 and a milk based drink

Challenge: Finish within five minutes and the ramen is free. Those who also complete the additional three-minute wait before drinking the milk-based drink will be eligible to compete for the top monthly record and win an All You Can Eat for one voucher.

From sushi battles to spice challenges, Maki & Ramen brings an interactive edge to dining in Dubai this April. Whether guests visit to compete, take on the heat, or simply enjoy its Japanese menu, the experience combines food, entertainment, and social dining.

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99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Is Moving to Dubai Creek Harbour This Q4

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99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant is set to enter a new chapter this Q4, with the award-winning Japanese dining destination relocating to Dubai Creek Harbour. Opening in Q4 2026, the new venue will bring a premium fine-dining offering to the growing waterfront community, with a larger bar and lounge, a lifestyle-led terrace and views that will form part of the experience. While the new destination will introduce a fresh energy and more elevated approach, it will remain rooted in the contemporary Japanese cuisine and signature dishes that have defined 99 Sushi.

Founded in Madrid in 2005, 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant is renowned for its precision-led Japanese craftsmanship, ultra-premium ingredients and refined dining experience, with its Abu Dhabi flagship awarded a MICHELIN Star for three consecutive years. The brand has grown into an international dining name across Spain, the UAE, Monaco, Rabat and Budapest, with further global expansion underway. In Dubai, 99 Sushi was previously located in Downtown before embarking on this next chapter at Dubai Creek Harbour, alongside the launch of its highly anticipated London restaurant.

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Turn Saudi National Day into a Private Island Escape with Sun Siyam

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This year’s Saudi National Day offers more than a long weekend. With direct flights connecting Riyadh and Jeddah with the Maldives, Saudi travellers can exchange city life for spacious private villas, world-class dining and some of the Indian Ocean’s most memorable experiences in under a day. Across its Maldivian resorts, Sun Siyam brings together many of the things Saudi travellers look for in an island holiday – space, privacy, family-friendly experiences, premium all-inclusive halal dining and plenty to experience without leaving the island.

Across the Maldives, Sun Siyam’s three collections offer a different experience for every kind of National Day escape. The Luxury Collection, includes Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, focuses on elevated island living, privacy and spacious accommodation; the Lifestyle Collection, featuring Siyam World and Sun Siyam Olhuveli, brings together entertainment, experiences and family fun; while the Privé Collection’s Sun Siyam Iru Veli, Sun Siyam Vilu Reef and Sun Siyam Pasikudah (in Sri Lanka) offers a more intimate barefoot island escape.

For Families Who Want Space, Privacy and More Choice

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi combines luxurious beach and overwater villas, including private-pool options, with plenty for every generation to enjoy. Families can spend their days between the beach, pools, water sports and kids’ activities, while parents can retreat to the award-winning Spa by Thalgo for a quieter side of island life.

Dining is also a major part of the experience, with 15 dining and drink venues offering plenty of choice throughout the stay. Premium all-inclusive options, halal food and in-villa dining and floating breakfasts make it easy to dine on your own schedule, while multilingual butler service, including Arabic-speaking assistance, adds another layer of convenience for Saudi guests. With kids staying free on selected offers, Iru Fushi is particularly suited to larger families looking to spend the their holiday together without compromising on privacy.

For Adventure from Morning to Night

Few resorts in the Maldives can promise horse riding in the morning, shipwreck diving in the afternoon and an evening of go-kart racing. Siyam World was designed for travellers who believe one holiday should contain many adventures, bringing an unexpected sense of energy to the traditional Maldives experience.

Families and groups can move from the island’s horse ranch and go-kart track to its floating water park, dive beneath the surface to discover its shipwreck, or simply spend the day enjoying the beach and their private pool. Spacious villas and multi-bedroom residences give larger families and groups room to stay together, while an extensive choice of restaurants and bars means there is always somwhere different to dine.

The resort’s 24-hour WOW! Premium All-Inclusive concept brings dining, drinks and a wide range of experiences together, making Siyam World particularly well suited to Saudi families and groups looking for a holiday where almost everything is taken care of from the moment they arrive.

For Couples Who Want the Island to Themselves

For couples looking to turn the National Day break into a romantic escape, Sun Siyam Iru Veli, offers a more intimate side of the Maldives. Spacious beach and overwater suites, private pools and a strong sense of seclusion give couples the space and privacy to enjoy the island at their own pace.

With its honeymoon appeal, romantic dining experiences and premium all-inclusive offering, Iru Veli is particularly suited to couples looking for a few uninterrupted days together, combining privacy and understated island luxury in an intimate Maldivian setting.

With the Maldives within easy reach of Saudi Arabia, National Day is a chance to make the long weekend feel considerably longer. So why wait? Pack your bags and turn this year’s celebration into an island escape with Sun Siyam. For the latest Sun Siyam packages, benefits and offers, visit sunsiyam.com/offers or book@sunsiyam.com

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Sana Dubai Launches “Hashhhhhhhhh Brunch,” a Sunday Ritual Rooted in Uzbek Comfort Food

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Sana Dubai, the Uzbek dining destination at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, announced the launch of its new weekly Sunday Brunch, “Hashhhhhhhhh Brunch,” beginning September 13, 2026. Running every Sunday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, the brunch reimagines the day after Saturday night as a ritual of recovery, “the Uzbek way.”

Guests will gather around a table designed for sharing, opening with fresh Uzbek vegetables before moving into Sana’s signature Hash: a steaming bowl finished with baked bone marrow and garlic, a dish generations swear by the morning after. From there, diners choose their “cure” — slow-cooked wagyu beef cheek with silky potato purée, carved tableside by the chef, or a whole river-caught Sazan fish in garlic ajika sauce. The feast closes with a plate of traditional Uzbek sweets.

“Hash has always held a special place in Uzbek cuisine — a dish generations have gathered around, made slowly and with care. We wanted to give it the spotlight it deserves, so we built our Sunday Brunch around it: a truly authentic Uzbek feast, unhurried and generous, the way it’s meant to be shared.” — Leonid Litvin, General Manager, Sana Dubai

Hashhhhhhhhh Brunch is offered across three packages to suit every table:

  • Non-Alcoholic — AED 350 per person
  • House — AED 450 per person
  • Premium — AED 650 per person

The brunch is unhurried and indulgent by design, built for guests who want to slow down, gather with family and friends, and let a proper feast do the recovering.

Hashhhhhhhhh Brunch Every Sunday, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, starting September 13, 2026 Sana Restaurant, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, Dubai Reservations:https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/sanarestaurant/sunday-brunch-5109127899627520?tracking=marketing 

  • Location: SANA Restaurant – Jumeirah Mina Al Salam – Dubai
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