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Orthodox Christmas in Dubai offers a refined way to celebrate the season, blending time-honoured traditions with the city&rsquo;s signature sense of luxury. On January 7, restaurants across Dubai mark the occasion with specially curated menus that honour festive customs while elevating them through elegant settings, exceptional service, and world-class cuisine. From exclusive fine-dining experiences and lavish hotel restaurants to warm, family-friendly venues serving comforting classics, the city presents a wide range of options for a memorable Christmas gathering.&nbsp;
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Dubai&rsquo;s dining scene delivers thoughtful culinary experiences that capture the spirit of Orthodox Christmas, and these spots offer the best experiences to gather friends and family for an unmistakably jolly holiday.&nbsp;
 
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 2;">Crescendo</h2>
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas Ease with the delicious aroma of barbecue in the air and live music to add to the festive spirit at Crescendo located at the awe-inspiring Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort. Indulge in the delicious flavors of a live BBQ station and captivating live entertainment adding to the festive spirit of the season. Spend time relaxing with loved ones indoors or outdoors in a friendly and welcoming ambiance and gather around the table for Crescendo&rsquo;s Orthodox Christmas dining experience with homely flavors, festive tunes and heart-warming energy in the cozy embrace of Crescendo&rsquo;s interiors.&nbsp;
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AED 200 per person (excluding beverages), 12:30PM - 3:30PM, 7 January, Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort &amp; Spa, East Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, <a style="color: #843fa1; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.anantara.com/en/palm-dubai/festive-season/orthodox-christmas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">anantara.com</a>, 04 567 8310&nbsp;
 
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 2;">Le Jardin</h2>
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Le Jardin, located at the iconic Raffles The Palm Dubai, the holiday spirit lingers with a joyful celebration of Orthodox Christmas. Families and friends gather around abundant tables to savor festive dishes and share the warmth of tradition, an indulgent brunch with decadent flavors and an atmosphere that perfectly ties together the holiday season. Filled with laughter, music, and seasonal flavors, it&rsquo;s a heartfelt farewell to the holidays and a perfect start to the new year ahead. Packages start from AED 395 per person for the soft package, AED 495 per person for the house package, AED 695 per person for the Champagne package, and finally AED 155 for the little ones aged 6-12.
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From AED 395, 7 January, 1PM - 4PM, Raffles The Palm Dubai, West Cresent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, <a style="color: #843fa1; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.raffles.com/thepalm-dubai/festive-with-raffles/Christmas-at-Le-Jardin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raffles.com</a>, 04 248 8888
 
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 2;">Moana Seafood Restaurant</h2>
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas at Moana Seafood Restaurant, where the spirit of the season is honoured with a festive feast of traditional delicacies. Guests are invited to indulge in a sharing-style menu featuring locally farmed Osetra caviar, Olivier&rsquo;s salad, Alaskan king crab thermidor, baked sea bass with salt crust and a traditional honey cake. Set within the serene ambiance of Moana&rsquo;s pagoda-style seating and surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Sofitel Dubai The Palm, it&rsquo;s the perfect setting to gather with loved ones and savour the flavours of a timeless tradition. Moana Seafood Restaurant offers several packages for this festive feast including AED 395 per adult paired with a glass of prosecco, AED 198 per child for ages 6-12 years old with a glass of festive mocktail and complimentary dining for kids under 6 years old.
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AED 395 per adult, AED 198 per child (ages 6-12), 6 January, 6:30PM - 11PM, Sofitel Dubai The Palm, East, Crescent Rd, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, <a style="color: #843fa1; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://giftvouchers.sofiteldubaithepalm.com/products/59021/orthodox-christmas-at-moana" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sofiteldubaithepalm.com</a>, 04 455 6677
 
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 2;">Nammos Dubai</h2>
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This Orthodox Christmas, Nammos Dubai invites guests to gather, dine, and celebrate a season of generosity, togetherness, and joy. Set against the iconic beachfront backdrop, the occasion unfolds as an elegant yet relaxed festive moment, shaped by flavor, ritual, and shared experience. The exclusive Orthodox Christmas set menu featuring hearty delicacies including a Lamb Orzo, Feta Saganaki and much more, priced at AED 750, is available for both lunch and dinner on 7 January, alongside the signature a la carte menu. Enhancing the celebration, a live performance by a Russian singer, accompanied by vibrant music throughout the day and evening, will infuse the occasion with soulful energy and joyous ambience. Orthodox Christmas at Nammos Dubai is an invitation to gather with loved ones, reconnect, and celebrate the festive season by the sea, wrapped in elegance, warmth, and the spirit of endless joy.
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AED 750 per person, 7 January, 12:30PM - 2AM, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah 2, Dubai, <a href="https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/nammosdubai/orthodox-christmas-celebration-at-nammos-dubai-5237806265221120" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sevenrooms.com</a>, +971 58 121 0000
 
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 2;">STAY by Yannick All&eacute;no</h2>
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STAY by Yannick All&eacute;no at One&amp;Only The Palm continues its collaboration with the iconic French caviar house Prunier with an exclusive dinner celebrating Orthodox Christmas. The evening brings together Prunier&rsquo;s centuries-old savoir-faire and STAY&rsquo;s signature modern cuisine, offering a carefully composed tasting menu that celebrates one of gastronomy&rsquo;s most precious ingredients, caviar. Guests will begin the evening with delicate creations such as a Pavie Omelette paired with parsley sauce, followed by the depth and clarity of an Alain Chapel consomm&eacute; with dentelle tuile and Isigny cream. Signature courses include Langoustine Royale enhanced with vanilla butter and civet sauce, and Wild Seabass wrapped in a squid veil with verdurette sauce, each designed to elevate Prunier caviar as the central expression of the dish. The journey concludes on a refined sweet note with Ile Flottante featuring vanilla caviar and English cream, alongside a chocolate tart with sabl&eacute;, ganache, and roasted buckwheat. An optional Mons cheese selection is also available to complete the experience.
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AED 2,000 per person, 7 January, 7PM onwards, One&amp;Only The Palm, Crescent Road (West), The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, <a style="color: #843fa1; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/stay/a-caviar-tribute-with-yannick-all-no-and-prunier-two-masters-of-french-culinary-arts-4774204552478720" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sevenrooms.com</a>, 04 440 1010&nbsp;
 
<h2 dir="ltr" style="line-height: 2;">The Bay</h2>
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Celebrate the joyful spirit of Orthodox Christmas in the cosy setting of The Bay located at the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Dubai. Savour a carefully curated menu that blends international flavours with time-honoured Orthodox traditions: an indulgent seafood buffet, Russian salads and soups, family-style hot dishes, and a dessert selection inspired by our renowned Sunday brunch. The evening will be enriched with live music and a magical appearance by Ded Moroz and Snegurochka, the warm embrace of family and friends, delighting little ones with the charm of a true winter fairy tale. This festive feast offers a variety of packages such as a soft beverages package priced at AED 480, a house beverage package at AED 650, a premium beverages package at AED 950 and finally AED 250 for children aged 4 -12, with children under 3 dining for free.
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From AED 480 per adult, 7 January, 6:30PM - 11PM, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, <a style="color: #843fa1; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.mandarinoriental.com/en/dubai/jumeira-beach/festive-season#christmas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mandarinoriental.com</a>, 04 777 2233&nbsp;
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