Enjoying Diwali: This weekend in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, try the buffets, set menus, and more.

If you're looking to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, with themed buffets, set menus, and entertainment in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, here are some restaurant recommendations for the weekend:

Set Menus to Try:

Angar Restaurant at W Abu Dhabi: Celebrate Diwali with a Diwali-themed three-course set menu featuring dishes like 'tandoori temptation wings' and 'butter velvet chicken euphoria.' Available from November 10 to 15, from 6 to 11 pm.

Khyber at Dukes The Palm: This North Indian restaurant offers a Diwali-themed set menu until November 12, with dishes for vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Guests can also get henna designs as part of the festivities.

Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia at Jumeirah Al Qasr: Enjoy a special seven-course set menu until November 12, featuring dishes like charred bhutta, kanji vada, poda mangsho, mango cham cham, and more.

Armani/Amal at Armani Hotel Dubai: Indulge in a three-course Diwali menu on November 12, featuring dishes such as Paneer Methi Chaman, Kacche Kele Ka Kofta, Chicken Bao, and more.

Diwali Buffets:

The Restaurant at Address Fountain Views, Dubai: Experience a buffet-style Diwali-themed brunch with live entertainment on Sunday, November 12, from 6:30 to 11:30 pm.

Novotel Dubai Al Barsha: Enjoy a Diwali buffet on November 12, from 12:30 to 3 pm at the 365 Restaurant. The buffet includes dishes like aloo chana chaat, chicken tikka with pineapple salad, hara bhara kebab, and more.

Swissôtel Al Ghurair: Partake in a Diwali dinner buffet featuring Indian cuisine on Sunday, November 12, from 7 to 11 pm. Highlights include pani puri, tandoori chicken, butter chicken, and dal tadka.

Discount on Platters:

Pepe's Piri Piri: Enjoy a 20% discount on platters during Diwali from November 10 to 12 at Pepe's Piri Piri branches in Motor City and City Walk, known for their flame-grilled chicken.

These offerings provide a variety of options to celebrate Diwali, from curated set menus to festive buffets and discounts on flavorful platters.