Dubai’s newest gastronomic hotspot has launched its very own Friday brunch guaranteed to take you on a culinary adventure – Once Upon a Brunch.

 To celebrate, Verve Bar & Brasserie – the latest concept from Nick Alvis and Scott Price, the team behind folly and The Lion, will welcome brunchers with a great 2 for 1 offer available throughout the summer on the house beverage package.

Guaranteed to take your mind off the scorching temperatures outside, diners can enjoy the finest European dishes in a unique, sophisticated and interactive setting between 1pm – 4pm every week, complete with live music – it’s the perfect Friday spot to relax and socialise!

Beginning with a welcome glass of fizz, specially prepared by the sommelier, brunchers will enjoy locally sourced Dibba Bay oysters, starters and salads including paprika smoked salmon, beef carpaccio, and chicken liver and foie gras plus fine cheeses with seasonal chutney.

For mains, choose from traditional roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, sea bream served ‘en papillote style’ and a summer truffle risotto (prepared in a parmesan wheel) before treating yourself to a selection of signature desserts served to the table.

Details: Brunch packages start from AED 299 inclusive of soft beverages. The Verve Bar & Brasserie is located at the Grand Plaza Movenpick Media City hotel. For more information, and to make a booking, visit http://www.vervebrasserie.com/ If you enjoyed this story, you may be interested in reading about our top pick of brunches to try in Dubai this summer.