The Journal
Stories from above the city
Nikkei culture, seasonal menus, rooftop nights and the moments that make NAZCAA.
Nikkei Nightmares: A Themed Halloween Tasting Menu at Nazcaa
14 Aug 2026
One of the most eagerly awaited nights of the year will soon arrive, and guess what? This night is among the scariest of…
Michelin in Dubai: What the Guide Covers and What It Misses
14 Aug 2026
Dubai is one of the most fascinating dining cities in the world today. The city provides an interesting combination of d…
Fine Dining in Dubai: What the Price Is Buying
14 Aug 2026
Dining choices in Dubai are often associated with the kind of night one wishes to have. The night could be an intimate d…
The Sound of Nazcaa: How Music Shapes the Dining Vibe
14 Aug 2026
The atmosphere of an unforgettable dinner party starts from a beat, a mood, and the ambiance that makes all the guests f…
Sushi Meets Ceviche: Inside Nazcaa's Most Iconic Plates
14 Aug 2026
Sushi has been enjoyed by many South American countries for years now, especially in Peru, where its Japanese culinary t…
Inside Nazcaa's Design: How the Nazca Lines Shape Every Detail
14 Aug 2026
Every memorable dinner has one thing in common. At some point during the evening, someone looks up and says, "This …
Beyond Fine Dining: Why Nazcaa Is Dubai's Most Coveted Table
14 Aug 2026
When it comes to great dining in a world capital of luxury, it's not just what you place on your plate. Luxury is al…
Ring in 2027 at Nazcaa: NYE Dinner With Burj Khalifa Fireworks
14 Aug 2026
Are you ready to greet 2027 in one of the most memorable festivities in Dubai? The coming of the New Year is marked by e…
Fireworks & Fusion: Celebrating New Year's at Nazcaa
14 Aug 2026
The last few minutes of the year must be celebrated in style; therefore, they should be celebrated in an environment tha…
The Most Photogenic Tables in Dubai, and the Hour to Book Them
14 Aug 2026
If you’ve ever tried to take a “perfect” Dubai skyline photo while dining, you already know it’s…
Nazcaa Wins Favourite Fine Dining Latin American Restaurant
14 Aug 2026
For us at Nazcaa, the What’s On Dubai Awards 2026 was one of those evenings.…
12 Dubai Restaurants Locals Would Rather You Didn't Find
14 Aug 2026
There is always that universal feeling that something magical is being discovered about a place long before anyone else …
Unique Dining Experiences in Dubai You Can't Get Anywhere Else
14 Aug 2026
If you want dinner in Dubai to feel a little more special, start by looking beyond the food. Yes, you heard it right.…
Top-Rated Restaurants in Dubai: What the Star Ratings Leave Out
14 Aug 2026
Prior to making reservations in Dubai, the immediate action that one wants to take is looking at the number. It is only …
How to Pick a Restaurant in Dubai Without Ending Up Somewhere Forgettable
14 Aug 2026
Have you ever scrolled through several restaurants and ended up not knowing where to dine? In Dubai, the problem is comm…
Must-Try Restaurants in Dubai for a First Visit
14 Aug 2026
Dubai is home to thousands of restaurants, but many are extraordinary experiences that aren't in your typical tour g…
New Restaurant Openings in Dubai: What's Actually Worth a Table
14 Aug 2026
New restaurants appear in Dubai on an almost weekly basis, and keeping up with the city's ever-changing dining scene…
5 Dishes You Must Try at Nazcaa Dubai
13 Jul 2026
From crispy Ebi Tempura Roll to robata-grilled Black Cod Teriyaki, these five signature Nikkei dishes define the NAZCAA …
Where Dubai's Elite Dine: The Nazcaa Experience
7 Jul 2026
Burj Khalifa views, Beyond Nikkei cuisine and rooftop glamour on Level 12 of Address Dubai Mall — the experience Dubai's…
Dining Above the Clouds: Nazcaa's Burj Khalifa Rooftop Experience
3 Jul 2026
Sunset over Downtown Dubai, ceviche and craft cocktails, and the Burj Khalifa close enough to touch — inside NAZCAA's ro…
Host a NYE Party with Nazcaa: Your Checklist + Moodboard for an Unforgettable Celebration
26 Jun 2026
Your complete NYE party checklist and moodboard — Nikkei dining, skyline views and Burj Khalifa fireworks from NAZCAA on…
What Is Nikkei Cuisine? A Peruvian-Japanese Guide for Dubai Diners
25 Jun 2026
From ceviche to Wagyu Tataki, discover how Japanese precision met Peruvian flavor — and where to taste Nikkei cuisine ab…
New Year, New Rituals: Start 2027 with Nazcaa
18 Jun 2026
Welcome 2027 above the Dubai skyline with Beyond Nikkei flavours, signature cocktails and front-row Burj Khalifa firewor…