Need plans? Dubai has you covered. From fresh new cafés and Italian-inspired dining experiences to pop-ups, celebrations and nights out with friends, we’ve rounded up the best things happening across the city this week.

Celebrate World Oyster Day with a complimentary treat at Amelia Dubai on Wednesday, August 5. Every dining guest will receive freshly shucked oysters on the house, paired with the restaurant’s Nikkei-inspired menu and signature cocktails.

Where: Amelia Dubai, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
When: Wednesday, August 5 – throughout the day
Cost: Complimentary oysters with any dining experience
Contact: 04 328 2805, @amelia.dubai

Round up your smartest mates and head to Peaches & Cream for a lively beachfront quiz night every Thursday. Hosted by Ronni Who?, Peaches Quiz Club combines fast-paced SpeedQuizzing with music bingo and the chance to win some cool prizes. Expect a dedicated quiz night menu with drinks from Dhs35 and bites from Dhs25 as you put your general knowledge to the test.

Where: Peaches & Cream, Clubhouse Al Nafura, Shoreline Apartments, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Every Thursday, 8pm to 10pm
Cost: Free to join, drinks from Dhs35, bites from Dhs25
Contact: @peachesandcreamdubai

Bring a slice of the Italian Riviera to your summer plans at The Riviera, a pop-up experience at City Centre Mirdif. Inspired by the Amalfi Coast, the colourful activation features interactive games, beauty experiences, customisable merchandise, a photo booth, and Italian-inspired food concepts. Visitors can soak up the holiday vibes while enjoying bites from Rationed and Crème. Spend Dhs300 or more at the mall to unlock access and enter the chance to win gift cards, cinema tickets, retailer hampers and exclusive prizes.

Where: City Centre Mirdif, Mirdif, Dubai
When: Until Saturday, August 9, 2pm to 10pm
Cost: Free with Dhs300 mall spend
Contact: @citycentremirdif

Homegrown pizzeria, Pitfire Pizza is turning 10 and is celebrating a decade of cheesy slices, garlic knots and Dubai memories. Fans visiting for a slice of its cheesy goodness can also pick up limited-edition anniversary sticker sheets featuring throwback designs, Box Art Program artwork and beloved Pitfire illustrations. Available in-store and online while stocks last.

Where: Pitfire Pizza locations across Dubai, also available online
When: Throughout August
Cost: Anniversary sticker sheets from Dhs15
Contact: @pitfirepizzabakers

Make your weekday plans a little more Italian with L’Apericena at Arrogante. The Downtown Dubai restaurant is bringing the Italian tradition of aperitivo-meets-dinner to the table, with a relaxed evening menu designed for sharing and savouring. Guests can tuck into a selection of Italian favourites, with two carpaccios and two risotti to choose from.

Where: Arrogante, Address Residences, Opera District, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
When: Tuesday to Sunday, 5pm to 11pm
Cost: Dhs159 per person
Contact: 04 570 3653, @arrogante__dubai

Fresh on the Dubai café scene, Crunch has opened its doors at Wasl 51, bringing European and Scandinavian bakery inspiration to the city. Founded by two Kazakhstani bakers, the new spot serves up freshly baked sourdough, focaccia, pastries, all-day breakfast and speciality coffee. The real showstoppers, however, are the signatures: a croissant-filling bar where flaky pastries are filled to order with your choice of flavour and mini croissant cereal featuring tiny handmade pastries served with flavoured milk.

Where: Crunch, Wasl 51, Dubai
When: Open daily (check with venue for timings)
Contact: @crunch.dxb

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If you’re looking for something to keep the little ones entertained away from screens, Dodo Pizza has opened Dubai’s first purpose-built Kids Pizza Academy in JLT. Designed for children aged three to 12, the one-hour hands-on masterclasses take them through every step of making their own pizza, from rolling the dough and adding toppings to baking it fresh in the oven. Each session is tailored to different age groups, with every child taking home a diploma and sticker pack after enjoying their freshly made pizza. The academy also offers birthday party packages. Book here.

Where: Dodo Kids Pizza Academy, JLT Cluster T, Dubai
Cost: Masterclasses from Dhs130 per child on weekdays and Dhs150 on weekends; birthday packages available
Contact: @dodopizzauae

Ladies, make your Thursday nights a little more glamorous with a night out at Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen. Set along the waterfront at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, the weekly offering invites ladies to unwind with three complimentary drinks, including signature cocktails such as Mezzanine Muse, Golden Hour and Rosé Rendezvous. With a selection of wines, great food and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect excuse for an after-work catch-up or an early start to the weekend.

Where: Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Every Thursday, from 6pm
Cost: Three complimentary drinks for ladies
Contact: @mezzaninedubai

Heading out with the little ones? Catch22 at JBR is making family meals a little more affordable with its ongoing Kids Eat Free offer. Available Monday to Friday at the JBR branch, children aged up to eight can enjoy a complimentary meal, making it a handy excuse for a fuss-free family lunch or dinner.

Where: Catch22, JBR
When: Mon to Fri
Cost: Kids under eight eat for free
Contact: @catch22.uae

If you’re looking to save on your next meal out, here’s one to know. Radisson Rewards members can enjoy 50 per cent off food and drinks at participating restaurants and bars across the UAE for a limited time. Whether you’re planning a leisurely lunch, dinner with friends or after-work drinks, it’s an easy way to dine for less at a range of Radisson properties.

Where: Across Radisson properties in the UAE
Deal: 50 per cent off food and drinks at participating restaurants
Contact: radissonhotels.com

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