8 Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Dubai

Due to the large population of expats living in Dubai, the emirate welcomes other holidays and traditions with open arms to ensure the city is one of a welcoming nature. 

As a result, expats who celebrate Thanksgiving every year will be pleased to find a number of events and activities available to participate in for the holiday. 

Alternatively, for those of you who are keen to relax and enjoy the day at home, we've got some fantastic recipes to help you create the most delicious and fruitful Thanksgiving meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. 

Even if you don't hail from the USA, Thanksgiving is a great time to show love and appreciation for your closest friends and family. Enjoy!

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Thanksgiving dinner at Mistral will leave you satisfied

Where: Mistral, Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel
Tel: 04 444 5613

Enjoy the holiday with a twist at Mistral's regular 'Thursday Night Life' and 'Friday Night Roast' evening buffets on the 24th and 25th November. There'll be plenty of live cooking stations, with mouth-watering selections of Thanksgiving turkey and all of the trimmings to enjoy! 

Not only that, but you'll be able to watch the chefs prepare other meat and seafood to your preference, alongside a slice of the traditional Thanksgiving favourite, pumpkin pie and spiced bourbon cake.

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Head to Souk Al Bahar for an old-fashioned, American Thanksgiving
Where: Claw BBQ, Souk Al Bahar
Tel: 04 432 2300

Visitors to the popular souk next to Dubai Mall will have no doubt come across Claw BBQ before. For Thanksgiving this year, they're going down the buffet route... With turkey and all of the trimmings, pumpkin pie and all other traditional favourites included! Not only that, but you'll also have the chance to watch some American football live on their big TV screens. 

SEE ALSO: Check out this recipe to cook the perfect festive turkey

Enjoy a Thanksgiving brunch at one of the hottest places in town
Where: Yalumba, Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Tel: 04 702 2455

At this newly renovated restaurant, join in the Thanksgiving fun. On Friday 25th November from 12.30pm - 3.30pm, guests can enjoy a festive brunch of traditioanl holiday favourites like roast turkey, gammon ham, pumpkin soup, pumpkin pies, barbeques and many more delicious desserts to indulge! 

Have a Thanksgiving brunch at the lavish Al Bahou

Where: Al Bahou, Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel
Tel: 04 444 5613

Share the Thanksgiving spirit beneath Al Bahou's 88 grandiose Moroccan lanterns and savour an exquisite Thanksgiving buffet with a feast of culinary delights from all of the signature restaurants there. There'll be a seafood and oyster ice bar, live carving stations and of course, a special Thanksgiving turkey along with a lavish dessert room to indulge in. 

Not only that, but younger guests joining you will have the opportunity to enjoy their own 'power bites' buffet section, filled with all of their favourite snacks and nibbles as well as a special range of entertainment and kid-friendly activities... Including a bouncy castle, face painters, a movie theatre and interactive fun! 

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Let someone else do the hard work, get a Turkey take-away
Where: La Farine, JW Marriott Marquis
Tel: 04 414 3000

We bet the thought of someone else cooking your turkey dinner is extremely appealing? Well, you're in luck. Now thanks to the guys at JW Marriott Marquis' La Farine, you can enjoy a traditional turkey with all of the trimmings at home, without all of the blood, sweat and tears. While delivery isn't provided, it's a small price to pay for the hours of cooking you'll no doubt save. Remember to book 48 hours in advance! For just AED 750, you can get a whole Thanksgiving dinner that serves 10 - 12 guests. 

Indulge in a Thanksgiving feast
Where: Ruth's Chris Steak House, The Address Dubai Marina
Tel: 04 454 9538

This Thanksgiving, let the team at Ruth's do all the hard work and handle the details, while youenjoy their Thanksgiving feast. Sit down to a traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner with gravy, stuffing and cranberry relish... With delicious pumpkin cheesecake to end it all with! Plus, if you don't fancy going hard at brunch, let Ruth's be your sous chef and take-away your Thanksgiving dinner. 

SEE ALSO: Try one of our many Thanksgiving trimmings recipes

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a traditional feast
Where: Loumi, Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Make your Thanksgiving a truly unforgettable one with a lavish feast at this newly-opened restaurant. Enjoy a buffet of all the traditional favourites, including a roast turkey with all of the trimmings, themed beverages, rich warm soups, fresh chilled seafood and an amazing spread of desserts. 

Enjoy a turk-away this Thanksgiving

Where: Majlis Lobby Lounge, Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate 
Tel: 04 444 5613

Guests who are in the mood to feast at home with family and friends can place an order for a traditional Thanksgiving turkey that is cooked to perfection and generously filled with chestnut stuffing. This scrumptious turkey comes with all of the accompaniments, including roasted potatoes, glazed carrots, cinnamon pears, brussel sprouts, chestnuts, gravy, cranberry sauce and classic stuffing. Orders should be placed 48 hours in advance, and should be collected from the Majlis Lobby Lounge. 

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