Dubai’s festive season is in full swing, and Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates offers the ultimate holiday solution for dining shopping and celebrations. Overlooking the snowy slopes of Ski Dubai while the desert sun blazes outside this luxurious hotel provides a perfect winter wonderland escape amid the city’s bustling festive energy.
Take the stress out of holiday cooking with gourmet takeaway options including roasted whole turkey fresh salads starters and traditional sides prepared by the culinary team. Orders can be customised with yule logs or gingerbread houses for children and are available for pickup until Wednesday January 7. Pricing starts at Dhs750 for up to six people and Dhs950 for up to ten with delivery available within a 25km radius.
Recharge with a festive-themed afternoon tea at Aspen Café featuring tiers of sweet and savoury treats seasonal classics and warm scones paired with selections from the London Tea Exchange. Afternoon tea runs daily from 1pm to 7pm from Thursday November 27 to Wednesday January 7 with sets priced at Dhs200 per person or Dhs375 for two.
Celebrate Christmas with a Spanish flair at Salero on December 24 and ring in the New Year on December 31 with live DJ music and the traditional twelve grapes at midnight. Minimum spend per person is Dhs650. Italian cuisine enthusiasts can enjoy Christmas Eve à la carte dining Christmas Day brunch with live carving stations and seafood at Vera Versilia with packages ranging from Dhs450 to Dhs795 for adults and Dhs295 for children.
Vera Versilia also hosts a Viareggio Carnival-themed New Year’s Eve celebration with extravagant décor live band and DJ from 8pm to 1am. Packages range from Dhs900 to Dhs1500. Start 2026 with a festive New Year’s Day brunch from 1pm to 5pm with live entertainment and Italian delicacies starting from Dhs395.
For reservations call 04 341 0000 or email dining.moe@kempinski.com or reservations.malloftheemirates@kempinski.com. Vera Versilia reservations can be made at reservations@veraversilia.ae or call 050 5989 051.