Jumeirah 1, Al Wasl Road, Jumairah, Dubai

Wasl 51 has become a foodie hub thanks to the homegrown independent eateries setting up shop alongside beauty salons, stores and chic apartments housed around open-air plazas dotted with public art and water features. It is therefore no wonder that this multi-use development in the heart of Jumeirah has become such a popular location for visitors and locals alike. Sample dishes from around the world thanks to the wide selection of restaurants showcasing international, and in some cases fusion, cuisine. Try a modern Middle Eastern meal at Mohammad Orfali's namesake restaurant Orfali Bros, or a loaded burger at Inkognito and Charade. Meanwhile, Brunch & Cake offers Instagrammable all-day dining, while Portuguese favourite Lana Lusa will transport you straight to the streets of Lisbon. Afterwards, check out Emirati-run cafe and sneaker store hybrid Around The Block, or pick up some feather-light foccacia to take home at La Fabbrica Italiana. There are a plethora of other trendy places to check out too and, in winters, the al fresco setting makes Wasl 51 even more festive.