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From elegantly fine dining to simple, laidback family-style cuisine, food can make your staycation or trip abroad. As a fact, for many it is the most significant factor when choosing a destination.

For the perfect setting to kick back and enjoy memorable dining experiences framed by stunning views of Dubais iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, look no further than Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Known for its family-friendly offers the much-loved resort has supported its beachfront dining offering with the reopening of Beachcombers and the addition of two new air-conditioned tents at Villa Beach and Dhow & Anchor to give guests a delicious taste of the coast in a cool, humidity-free environment.

Beachfront hideaway Beachcombers is now inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Asia and the Pacific open and welcoming guests to its eclectic location for an evening of zesty pan-Asian flavours, curated by Chef Jinhoon Yoo, who has over two decades of culinary experience. Diners can savour the spice and be transported to the streets of Asia with the likes of Korean Yangnyeom Chicken ,Satay and Thai Beef Salad to start, followed by main courses such as Kungpao Chicken, Korean BBQ Beef, Singaporean Cereal Prawn, Vietnamese Pho and Phad Thai. Iced Mochi, Pisang Goreng and crowd favourite Mango Sticky Rice will wrap up the meal on the sweetest of notes, while the extensive beverage list will ensure delicious Tiki-style cocktails and expert grape pairings are enjoyed throughout on Tuesday to Saturday from 17:30 22:30. Adding on to this is the Happy Hour offer, where diners can enjoy 50% savings on selected drinks and 25% off light bites on Tuesdays to Saturdays from 17:00 to 19:00.

For an intimate taste of the dolce vita, Villa Beach will be offering its menu of fresh Italian dishes from the comfort of a temperature-controlled tent on its terrace, with one of the most coveted beachfront locations. Guests can enjoy delighted views of the Burj Al Arab and the Arabian Gulf while tucking into elegantly prepared starters such as Carpaccio Di Manzo and Insalata Di Gamberi, followed by Rigatoni Cacio E Pepe, Spaghetti Vongole and Fettuccine Arrabiata. The aroma of freshly baked dough will tempt some to try one of Chef Davide Dulcettas Signature freshly tossed, hand-kneaded pizzas, such as the Trapanese, Burrata and Bresaola. For a more authentic flavour, Davide uses flour imported from his native Italy, treating this for over 36 hours with a special combination of yeast and olive oil. Meanwhile, those with a sweet tooth can end their Italian feast with a decadent dessert including Tiramisu Classico and Panna Cotta, or go all out with a Pizza Nutella. Villa Beach is open from 17:00 to 00:00 on Sunday to Thursday and from 13:00 to 00:00 on Friday and Saturday. The TUTTO Villa Beach offer, takes Saturday lunches to new heights, serving up unlimited pizza and pasta for AED 185.

Widely known with sports fans and those with a penchant for hearty British cuisine is Dhow & Anchor, a bright and airy gastropub, now providing guests access to a temperature-controlled, covered terrace space. Presenting panoramic views of the Burj Al Arab, the venue is ideal for those looking to catch up with friends and family, while keeping up with all the sporting action across live screenings of thrilling games. The menu includes classics such as Fish & Chips, a selection of tempting curries and sticky toffee pudding, asides from the daily roast dinners. The electric atmosphere is also brought to life through live music on weekend afternoons, the Anchor Hour from 15:00 to 19:00 daily (12:00 19:00 on Thursday) where drinks start from AED 25, and Quiz Nights on Tuesday with legendary quiz master Ciaran Fox, kicking off at 20:00, where players can walk away with great prizes.

As part of a series of enhancements and new concepts, later this summer will also see the reopening of FIKA, with an exciting new health-conscious menu. Guests should also stay tuned for exciting new developments at La Parilla and Uptown all will be revealed in due course.

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