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PALATIAL DINING

Taj Palace, Dubai

The Taj Palace Dubai invites all to bring their families to enjoy a special and scrumptious Easter Buffet that will be laid out from 12pm to 4.30pm in the ambience of its Topkapi Restaurant.

And what better way to get into the joyous spirit of spring than spend a festive, fun-filled family Easter indulging in a repast of traditional Easter dishes with the added attraction being exciting activities for the kids at Diyafa, which include egg painting, face painting and a chocolate Easter egg hunt.

Visit: www.tajhotels.com

THE EAST-ER COAST

Le Meridien Al Aqah, Fujairah

Spring is in the air, birds are singing and Le Méridien Al Aqah is set to bring you the best Easter carnival ever.

Come and join the Al Aqah Easter bunny on April 6 from 12pm to 4pm for exciting egg hunts, Easter cookies, fairground games and competitions.

And that’s not all. Up until April 8 the resort will play host to Easter activities including mask and egg painting, Easter cookies baking, egg hunts and more all at the Penguin Kids Club. There will also be Wii challenges, water polo and egg bowling to keep the Teens Club members entertained.

On Easter Sunday there will be a special Easter brunch at Views for Dhs222 per person including bubbly.

Call: 09 244 9000

GATE MATES

Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel, Jebel Ali, Dubai

The Gate has gone hopping mad this Easter with a brunch filled with egg hunts, prize giveaways, live chocolate-making and a special guest appearance from the Easter Bunny.

Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel is transforming its 93-metre high Al Bahou (grand hall) into a fun Easter playground full of activities and special guest appearances for children and parents alike.

The Easter brunch on Sunday, April 8 will have a culinary showcase of the hotel’s five signature restaurants with live cooking stations throughout Al Bahou.

The Executive Chef at the Gate has also conjured up an Easter seasonal buffet consisting of traditional roasted meats, glazed vegetables and hot cross buns that is bound to put a ‘Spring’ in anyone’s step.

To add to the day, the hotel will be running a number of activities for children to enjoy such as an Easter egg hunt, egg decorating, face painting, a giant bouncy castle, a petting zoo, a magician (who will no doubt pull a bunny out of his hat) and, not forgetting the star of the show, the Easter Bunny.

Not only that, the hotel’s dessert room – Pastane – will have a live chocolate-making station where children (and parents with a sweet tooth) will be able to create their very own chocolate egg masterpieces.

Guests can enjoy the Easter fun at the Al Bahou for Dhs395 per adult including free flowing bubbly, Dhs295 for soft beverages, Dhs145 for teens between 13 and 17-years-old, Dhs95 for children between six to 12-years-old and free for little ones under six.

Call: 04 444 56 13

TAKE IT TO THE CITYMAX

Citymax Hotel, Al Barsha, Dubai

Citymax Hotels, Al Barsha, invites you to celebrate Easter with a brunch on Sunday, April 8.

Treat yourself to honey and curry glazed lamb rack with roasted grapes and Rosemary jus.

Priced at Dhs99 per person, the Easter Brunch includes either a bottle of red or white for two guests or two bottles of selected beverages. Guests who prefer soft drinks can enjoy the offering for Dhs75 per person. A festive 50 per cent discount is also extended to children between the ages of six and 11 years.

Adding to the merriment of the occasion, Citymax Al Barsha will host a special Easter egg hunt that will give away exciting prizes at the Maxx Music Bar & Grill, making it a perfect fun-filled afternoon for everyone.

Call: 04 409 8000

COPA CABANA

Cabana, The Address Dubai Mall

An upbeat and warm ambience awaits you while you relish the brunch at Cabana.

The relaxed setting of the terrace with views of Burj Khalifa will add to this exceptional experience. The egg-hunt and bunny will add the Easter spirit to your brunch. You will surely cherish this treat with family and friends.

Call: 04 888 3444

JEWEL IN THE CROWNE

Spice Island, Crowne Plaza Deira, Dubai

Spice Island has a special Easter Brunch offering Easter favourites such as roast ham, turkey and lamb, and kid’s entertainment including egg hunting, prizes, cake making and face painting on April 8.

Call: 04 262 5555