Dubai's best foodie experiences in April

Ossiano at Atlantis, the Palm is hosting a two-night event on 19 and 20 April, featuring the skills of renowned chefs Sergio and Javier Torres, who will be collaborating with Ossiano’s Grégoire Berger. The event will offer a 10-course menu called Primavera, which celebrates the flavours of spring. The menu will feature dishes inspired by Spanish traditions, childhood memories and Grégoire's international culinary experiences. Some of the highlights include barbecued crab with chorizo, cured squid, and sea urchin with white shrimps. Priced at AED1,600 per person, this is set to be a memorable experience for foodies.

SushiSamba is celebrating Sakura Season, the time in Japan when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, running until 14 April. The restaurant on Palm Jumeirah has decorated its interior with cherry blossoms and created a special menu that combines Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian flavours. Guests can try dishes like shishito peppers, toro tartare and double toro sushi, as well as a sushi and sashimi platter and Alaskan king crab, before finishing with a Japanese andagi doughnut.

STAY by Yannick Alléno at One&Only The Palm is set to host an extraordinary gastronomic event, titled Four Chefs One Table, which will feature a collaboration among four of the world’s most celebrated chefs. Over two evenings, on 5 and 6 April, Yannick Alléno, Maxime Guilbert, Julien Tongourian and Narae Kim will come together to present an eight-course dinner that showcases their collective culinary genius. Yannick Alléno, a pioneer in modern French cuisine with restaurants that total 16 Michelin stars, alongside Guilbert and Tongourian, known for their exceptional Michelin-starred restaurants and Narae Kim, awarded Pastry Chef of the Year, will each bring their unique talents and perspectives to the table. This eight-hands dinner features dishes like amuse bouches by Alléno, uni tart by Guilbert and exquisite desserts by Kim, priced from AED2,000 per person.

The Pods on Bluewaters Island has launched new, personalised celebration packages that transform any event into a memorable occasion. Tailored by party planning experts, these packages cater to intimate gatherings and grand celebrations alike, accommodating between two to 20 guests. Options range from decorations and music to special menus, with prices starting at AED400. Indulge in Pan-Asian cuisine within the private pods, enjoying picturesque views and great service for an unparalleled dining experience.

If you feel like your Tuesday evening could use some Parisian glamour, Josette is the place to go. The pretty pink spot has launched a new evening brunch running from 7pm to 10pm every Tuesday. For three hours, indulge in French dishes such as escargots, tuna tartare and grilled rib-eye, while a DJ sets the upbeat tone. Packages start from AED450.

Avli by tashas is delivering the flavours of Greece to Dubai on January 13 and 27 with its bi-weekly Athenian Saturday Lunch and 'Bakaliko' project. Every second Saturday, the Athenian Lunch invites people to indulge in authentic Greek hospitality, and is available from 1pm to 5pm, priced from AED400. Complementing this, Bakaliko offers diners the chance to shop at a traditional neighbourhood store, brimming with Greek delicacies and fresh dairy, eggs and preserves.