< Previous46 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com Market timeoutdubai.com/time-out-market-dubai B orn in Lisbon in 2014, Time Out Market locations worldwide are the ultimate destinations for food and culture – designed to bring the best of the city together under one roof. And in 2021, Time Out Market opened in Dubai. Ready to explore? WHAT IS IT? In a nutshell, Time Out Market is an elevated food hall experience featuring a collection of the very best restaurants in the city and three knock-out bars, complemented by a raft of cultural activations, from art exhibitions to live performances. Sound good? Just wait until you set foot inside. Located at Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai, in a gobsmackingly gorgeous 43,000 sq ft space overlooking Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain, Time Out Market Dubai houses 18 home-grown brands, hand-picked by Time Out Dubai editors. Alongside three bars, those glorious views, live music and work from local artists on display, there’s loads to see. THE BARS There are three bars to choose from. The Palace Bar, tucked away behind BB Social and neighbours, The Fountain Bar, with epic views of The Dubai Fountain and The Atrium Bar, taking centre stage at the end of the atrium. THE ENTERTAINMENT Massive fan of live music? You’re in the right place and Time Out Market has just revamped its line-up for September. Jazzy Mondays kick off the week, with the upbeat sounds of Salt N Pepper at 7pm. With Kevin Bassett on vocals and Donovan Rossouw on piano, you have a three-hour set to enjoy every Monday this month. Every Wednesday from 7pm the stage is handed over to local talent. This month highlights include Yamane El Hage on the September 7 and Greg Pearson September 21. Want something livelier? Head down on Fridays to catch DJ Hype spinning from 8pm until 10pm. AND THE MAIN EVENT – THE FOOD Time Out Market Dubai is bursting with loads of tasty dishes, that are just as pretty as they are delicious. So if you’re a snap-happy food lover, there are delicious dish to grab the attention of your social media followers. Insta-worthy dishes 21GRAMS BALKAN BAKERY & DELI The spinach phyllo pie (Dhs54) is crammed full with fresh greens and creamy cheese, cleverly wrapped into a pretty spiral. BB SOCIAL DINING Crunchy crab legs peeking out of a bao bun make BB Social Dining’s ‘habibti’ (Dhs64) one special snack to showcase on your socials. Make sure to grab a pic before you chomp down on the fried softshell crab paired with a watercress and wasabi dressing. BOON COFFEE Start the day by making your social media Food, drinks, live music and good times. Here’s what you need to know about Time Out Market this September TO DXB_409_70-71_TIME OUT MARKET VEGGIE DISHES_12592156.indd 4625/08/2022 12:43:53 PMtimeoutdubai.com September 2022 47 followers green with envy by posting a picture of a yummy almond croissant (Dhs14). FULVIO’S KITCHEN’S Mamma Mia. The plump discs of pasta lled with ricotta cheese and spinach and drenched in tomato sauce from Fulvio’s is one vibrant plate (Dhs69). But can you resist diving straight in before taking that photo? LANA LUSA The simplicity of Lana Lusa’s ‘Francesinha’ (Dhs91) is what makes it so beautiful and worthy of a spot on any wannabe food blogger’s grid. The Portuguese sandwich is lled with veal ham and nished with a perfectly fried egg. LONG TENG Soft, podgy and lling, the mushroom dumplings (Dhs32) from Long Teng are perfect for your Instagram stories (press record and lift the lid on the basket as the steam pours out). MASTI The chipotle paneer tikka (Dhs40) from Masti is a feast for the eyes. The paneer is marinated in a smoky chipotle spice and cooked in a tandoor leaving it glistening under a warm orange glaze. The side salad is just as bright with red berries mixed in. We call that picture perfect. PICKL Whenever ordering a sando from Pickl it is absolutely obligatory to post about it on your Instagram stories. Particularly so when it comes to the chicken sando (Dhs38). Here fresh fried chicken with potato bun, lettuce, dill pickles and comeback sauce make it both a winning and seriously tasty combo. PITFIRE If you’ve ever envied your meat-eating friends as they dig into Pit re’s famous Bill’s Special (Dhs56), it’s great news that they’ve introduced a plant-based version. Replacing the Italian sausage with Impossible meat and keeping the mushrooms, onions and mozzarella, this is one of Dubai’s must-try pizzas, and there’s the option to make it vegan too – st bump. REIF JAPANESE KUSHIYAKI The crispy ebi sushi (Dhs65) is coated with black and white sesame, orange tobiko, lled with prawn and avo, and nished off with spicy mayo and chives. This stunning roll is a bright, fresh and funky addition to your social media. SCOOPI CAFÉ You won’t regret putting anything from Scoopi’s menu on the grid but if you need a suggestion we say go for the salted caramel with popcorn (Dhs45). That’s if you can resist popping a handful of the sweet treat straight in your mouth. Popcorn comes topped with a massive scoop of salted caramel ice cream and covered in sweet sauce. SLAB COCINA The crispy sh tacos from SLAB Cocina’s kitchen really catch the eye. Sea bass wrapped in a crispy batter paired with purple cabbage, coriander, spicy mayo, lime and red radish mean that a whole host of vibrant colours are on the plate. It gets ve out of ve for avour and air. THE LIGHTHOUSE PASTRY & DESSERT Sunshine on a plate comes to mind when looking at the passion fruit and yuzu cheesecake (Dhs49) from The Lighthouse. The creamy dessert has a hazelnut base and baked cheesecake lling and is topped with a passionfruit and yuzu gelée. VIETNAMESE FOODIES Fun presentation always helps when snapping content and Vietnamese Foodies serves up its tower of avocado wasabi prawns (Dhs36) inside a cast iron dish on top of crispy shreds of prawn crackers. While you’re dining here, don’t miss trying the vegan pho (Dhs49). FAQS Where is it? On the upper level of Souk Al Bahar. Get a taxi to the Palace Downtown, use Souk Al Bahar’s parking or stroll across the bridge from The Dubai Mall. When’s it open? Daily from noon, and from 10am on weekends. Can you book? Seating is available on a walk-in basis. How do I order food and drinks? You can order at the counter or use the Time Out Market app. Does Time Out Market Dubai accept cash? All Time Out Market Dubai vendors and bars are cashless. Can I bring kids? Yes, Time Out Market Dubai is suitable for families. Is alcohol available at Time Out Market Dubai? Yes, Time Out Market Dubai is licensed and there are three bars. Visit: timeoutdubai.com/time-out- market-dubai Salted caramel by Scoopi Café TO DXB_409_70-71_TIME OUT MARKET VEGGIE DISHES_12592156.indd 4725/08/2022 12:43:59 PM48 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com Dubai FAQs Is Dubai a country? Erm, no. Dubai is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. It sits between Abu Dhabi, the nation’s capital, and Sharjah. The other emirates are Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah (often referred to as the Northern Emirates) and Fujairah, which sits on the country’s east coast, bordering Oman. Does Uber work in Dubai? Yes, if you have the Uber app installed on your phone, you can use it in the city. Unlike in some other global cities, Uber rides are typically a little more expensive than public taxi services, and cars are typically Lexus. Careem is another local alternative to Uber. Lyft is not available in Dubai. Where can I try Emirati food? There are several places to try authentic local food, but they don’t dominate the culinary 23 questions we’re forever being asked by visitors, answered landscape, so you’ll need to seek them out. For traditional Emirati cuisine in a “traditional” setting, head to Al Fahidi area near Dubai Museum in Bur Dubai, to the Arabian Tea House (04 353 5071). Here you’ll be able to try specialities such as Arabic coffee, sh or lamb machboos (a rice dish resembling to biryani), Emirati stews, kebabs and desserts including luqaimat – delicious fried balls, not dissimilar to doughnuts, usually covered in date dhibs (syrup). There’s also a variety of camel milk ice creams in both familiar (vanilla, strawberry) and local (date, saffron) avours. For a modern riff on Emirati cooking, check out Logma, which now has several branches across the city including at The Dubai Mall (800 56462). Here you’ll be able to try chebab (pancakes) with cream cheese and date syrup, or regag (a kind of thin, crisp bread) with egg, cheese or zaatar, as well as fusion parathas, machboos and salads. Where are the main shopping areas? As a city, Dubai is fairly spread out, and you’ll typically need to use public transport to get between most major destinations. Walking is not usually an option. The main shopping destinations are principally malls. The Dubai Mall, in Downtown Dubai, is the largest of the city’s (and world’s) malls, home to a huge number of high street and luxury brands, restaurants and attractions – including Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Other major malls include Mall of the Emirates, towards the southern end of the city (nearer Dubai Marina), which in addition to shops and restaurants is home to indoor ski slope and snow park, Ski Dubai. The city also boasts two major outlet malls for brand discounts – these are The Outlet Village in Jebel Ali (near Dubai Parks and Resorts theme park complex) and the enormous Dubai Outlet Mall, also fairly removed from the heart of the city, at around a 20-minute drive from most main areas. What’s the weather like? From the end of October to April, Dubai has generally superb, sunny days between 20-35°C. Which roughly translates as: shorts and T-shirts in the day, jeans and cardigans might (December to February) be needed in the evenings. From May to September, things heat up a bit, generally from the upper 30°Cs to the upper 40°Cs. May and September are the most humid months of the year, and generally SSS (Steamy Sunglasses Season). What’s the best way to get around? Dubai has some superb public transport facilities. The driverless Dubai Metro, which launched in 2009, is the crowning glory of these and runs the length of the city from Jebel Ali in the south up past Dubai International Airport to Al Qusais, a few kilometres from the Sharjah border. With a Red and Green Line, stops include major landmarks such as Dubai Marina, Mall of the Emirates and Burj Khalifa – though many station names are sponsored by brands so do not necessarily indicate the stop’s geography. Dubai Taxis are readily available throughout the city, either by booking over the phone, or at taxi ranks outside hotels and malls, and can be agged down in the street, while public bus services run on dozens of routes all over the city – a great, inexpensive way to travel, but typically more time-consuming. More novel public transport options include Water Taxis, Buses, Ferries and Abras and the Dubai Tram, which travels on a circuit around Dubai Marina and Al Sufouh. All of Dubai’s public transport options are world-class, and in many cases more affordable than in other major global cities. All Dubai public transport systems are operated by the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) and are paid for using nol cards (a bit like London’s Oyster card system). O For more information on all public transport services and journey-planning, visit rta.ae. TO DXB_409_72-73_FAQ_12592155.indd 4825/08/2022 12:44:25 PMtimeoutdubai.com September 2022 49 Can I drink alcohol? Dubai is not a dry emirate, and therefore the consumption of alcohol is permitted in designated, appropriately licensed restaurants and bars. As a resident, you should obtain an alcohol licence in order to purchase, drink and transport alcohol – this can be applied for online through the websites of Dubai’s licensed retailers, such as MMI and A+E. Tourists are also able to purchase alcohol from licensed retailers, they simply need to take their original passport to shop on the spot. Only non-Muslims who are over the age of 21 may purchase and consume alcohol in Dubai. COVID-19 Qs The lowdown on the latest restrictions in Dubai. Do I have to wear a mask? Inside yes, but not outdoors. Make sure you’re wearing a mask any time you’re in public – unless you’re seated and eating. That includes when you’re walking to the bathroom in restaurants, travelling in a taxi or in the mall. Children over six years old need to wear a mask. Can I share a taxi with my friends? Up to three people can share a regular taxi in Dubai, and up to four can travel together in a taxi van. Can I go to restaurants with friends? Yes, there are no longer any restrictions on restaurant capacities. Can I go to a nightclub? Nightclubs are open but again, masks need to be worn when walking around. Can I attend a wedding? Yes. Wedding venues are operating at full capacity. Masks are needed at indoor venues. Can I go to a gym? Yes, gyms are open. Masks can be removed for exercise. Can I go to a cinema? Yes, but you’ll need to wear your mask unless you’re eating. Is there live music? Live music is back in Dubai, at places including Time Out Market Dubai. Can I attend an event or show? Yes. A limited number of events may request for attendees to be fully vaccinated or present a negative PCR test in order to gain entry. Can I travel to Abu Dhabi? Yes, you are now free to cross the border with no restrictions on arrivals from other emirates. At some venues you will need to provide your Al Hosn green pass with proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test taken in the UAE to enter. Do I need to get a PCR test to stay in Dubai? If you’re staying in Dubai you may be given a PCR test at DXB on arrival, but check with your airline about whether you need one ahead of your ight home. Where can I smoke? Smoking is not allowed in public places such as malls, supermarkets, cinemas, government buildings and so on, and only in designated outdoor spaces nearby. Most bars in Dubai allow smoking indoors. Some restaurants permit smoking, but only within designated areas. Shisha cafés are a common sight in the city, but are not allowed to offer shisha outdoors if they are located within a residential area. Where’s the best place to buy gold? While the Gold Souk (in Deira, at the north of the city) is a must-see for visitors, and home to a mind-blowing range of gold products, you may nd yourself paying slightly more. Yes, all gold here is bought and sold by weight at live market rates, but the additional charges based on the detail and intricacy of a product can be slightly higher than at Dubai’s Gold & Diamond Park, which is located near Mall of the Emirates. With dozens of shops inside this small jewellery mall, it can be tricky to know where to start. Cara (04 347 8089) is a local favourite among shoppers, thanks to its excellent customer service and care. I’m a tourist, can I rent a car? Those visiting the UAE on a tourist visa may rent and drive a car in the UAE with their home country driving licence, if they are from one of the following countries: Australia, Bahrain, Belgium Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States of America. For all other countries, an International Driving Permit from the holder’s home country is required. Can I wear a bikini on the beach? Swimwear is acceptable on the beach or by a pool. On public beaches, be sure to dress before walking to one of the many food or beverage vendors, or into a shop. At your hotel beach, be sure to dress before heading inside. Swimwear is only acceptable in a mall if you are a mannequin. How should I dress in public? Dubai is a global and tolerant city and there is no of cially mandated dress code for when you’re staying in the city. That being said, a respectful, thoughtful rule of thumb is to make sure your T-shirt covers your shoulders, and shorts, skirts or dresses cover the knee. Can I go up the Burj Khalifa? Absolutely – and go you should. Head up to At the Top on the 124th and 125th oor for great views (and the cheapest tickets). Alternatively, get a ticket that gives you access to At the Top (124th and 125th) plus Burj Khalifa SKY on the 148th oor. Top tier (and priced tickets) are for the VIP The Lounge package, covering the 152nd, 153rd and 154th oors, with either afternoon tea or drinks and canapés. Book ahead online to get the best possible admission rates, which start from Dhs154. Well worth the money for that priceless panorama of this great city. O tickets.atthetop.ae. When is the weekend? Good question. From January 3 onwards, the weekend in the UAE is now Saturday and Sunday (previously it was Friday and Saturday). TO DXB_409_72-73_FAQ_12592155.indd 4925/08/2022 12:44:37 PMHot off the pass 50 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com Dhs335 WE HAVE NO doubt that you’ve seen this dish all over your social media. Since Beirut export Amelia Restaurant & Lounge landed in Dubai back in July, it’s been busy with those eating dinner almost every night of the week. Served in a chest, their Machu Picchu dish is one of the most popular plates on the menu. HY PE DISH DIS S E C T I ON Machu Picchu at Amelia Restaurant & Lounge What goes into the Dubai plates that everyone bangs on about “Amelia showcases a culinary journey born of Japanese and Peruvian origins so we had to pay homage this Incan citadel and one of the world’s wonders,” says CEO Rayan Nicolas. A cook-yourself-at-the-table dish, guests are able to cook their wagyu on a slab of pink salt until it reaches a rare, medium-rare or well done (though this is inadvisable if you ask us) state. Served with mixed vegetables and the chef’s special Nikkei-style dressing, for fans of wagyu, this is a must-try. O Licensed. Open daily, currently for dinner only, 7pm- 3am. Amelia Restaurant & Lounge, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, amelialounge.com (04 328 2805). The salt The hot Himalayan salt block on a rock allows the guests to cook the wagyu beef to their liking, The wagyu “Carefully selected, the meat was chosen after trialing many others. The Australian MB5 wagyu melts in the mouth and has a beautiful avour,” says Nicolas. The inspiration Inspired by both Japanese and Peruvian style cooking methods and avours, this is a dish that marries together two cuisines in seamless Nikkei style. 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