Sponsored: The blistering summer heat has ceased, and we can now finally look forward to enjoying sweeter weather alongside al fresco dining over the coming months.

And what better way to mark the start of the season than a BBQ, serving up freshly caught local seafood and tasty meat dishes? For a helping of grilled goodness, head to The Oberoi Dubai’s popular seafood and BBQ night this weekend at Nine7one Courtyard – which just relaunched for the cooler months.

Taking place every Thursday evening from 7pm till 11pm, kick-start the weekend with a selection of delicious Omani lobster, prawns, jumbo squid and locally sourced fish, as well as an array of meats including Argentinian beef, Australian lamb and locally farmed chicken. “The key to a great barbecue is sealing in flavour,” says head chef Saneesh Varghese, who will be on hand during the evening event to assist you with marinade pairings.

In addition to the seafood BBQ evening, The Oberoi Dubai has also launched its new Sundowners Evening Brunch, taking place every Friday between 7pm and 11pm, also at Nine7one Courtyard.

The brunch highlights South American and Spanish delights, healthy salads, kebabs from India and Persia, curries from Asia, salmon yakitori from Japan, German Flammkuchen, Italian thin-crust pizzas and risotto, plus so much more. Served alongside interactive buffet counters with fresh salads, appetizers and desserts, guests can also order unlimited main courses from the a la carte brunch menu.

Details: Prices for the seafood BBQ start at AED 275 inclusive of soft beverages. Brunch packages start at AED 250. For bookings or more information, call 04 444 1444, email restaurants.dubai@oberoihotels.com or visit the website.