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Time Out Dubai
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Why you should check into Shangri-La Dubai to Eat, Play, Love this summer
You deserve a treat, and this summer it's time to head out on a gorgeous city escape at Shangri-La Dubai. Ready to whisk you off on your dream adventure, for this summer, the plush hotel has themed your next trip entirely around the movie Eat Pray Love with its new Eat Play Love experience. From MICHELIN Guide-recommended dining to soul-soothing spa sessions, you're going to leave feeling like a whole new you. Seven irresistible reasons to check into Shangri-La Dubai Begin your journey by checking out all the incredible dining deals under Eat. Tuck into regional Chinese flavours at Shang Palace Start your culinary journey at the MICHELIN Guide-recommended Shang Palace, known for its signature Cantonese dishes, from rich Peking duck to bold Sichuan flavours. The restaurant has just launched an exciting new menu that dives even deeper into regional Chinese cuisine, showcasing the elegant artistry of Huaiyang dishes alongside the bold, comforting flavours of Lu (Shandong) cooking. If you're not sure where to begin, the all-you-can-eat dim sum brunch is a great introduction. Held every Saturday, it's a full-on experience with live cooking stations, beautifully crafted dumplings and refined spins on classic Cantonese plates. Prices start at Dhs288. Take a dim sum masterclass Roll up your sleeves and get hands-on with dough as you learn to make your own dumplings from scratch. A culinary expert will guide you through all the nitty gritty, so next time you're cooking for someone special, you can impress with their favourite dish made by you. Brunch like you're in Hanoi Or if your taste buds are itching for authentic Vietnamese plates, be sure to book your table at the Hanoi social brunch at Hoi An every weekend. It's a lively, sharing-style brunch inspired by the energy of Vietnam's buzzing street food culture. Running Saturdays and Sundays, the Hoi An brunch starts at Dhs228 per person. Explore the city in Play As well as tucking into your favourites, the staycation will also give you the chance to explore some of the best Dubai has to offer. Dive into the tropical rainforest that is Green Planet Dubai. With over 3,000 species inside the dome, you're about to stroll into another world. Or for a slice of Dubai from years gone by, take a guided tour of Al Fahidi and Old Dubai, ending at the stunning Diwan Mosque. Soak up Burj Khalifa views from the pool Soak up Burj Khalifa views as you lounge by the pool with a Kindle and your phone out (for those glamorous Insta shots). The Dhs150 pool passes are fully redeemable on food and drinks. Or you can unwind with a serene daycation in a deluxe sea view room which is available from 9am to 6pm. And our favourite part is that this Dhs400 package comes with pool access. Time to Love yourself Any time is a perfect time to pamper yourself till you're on cloud nine. Especially considering CHI, The Spa's itinerary. Here, you can sign up for a range of summer-exclusive treats that incorporate ancient healing traditions from Asia. Time Out tip: Book a 60-minute massage of your choice and enjoy a complimentary upgrade to a 90-minute session. Find your flow with sunrise yoga Start your morning on the right note with a flow and glow yoga session, because nothing says Dubai quite like stretching it out against a backdrop of the Burj Khalifa and that dazzling city skyline. Bonus: Personalise your summer staycay Ticking all the boxes this summer, you can opt for the full Eat Play Love package or mix and match the experiences. The Summer Staycation package includes early check-in at 10am, late check-out at 3pm and a sweet 15 percent off on dining and spa treatments. Book your experience at Shangri-La Dubai today. Book now:
Malaysian Reserve
12-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Amid crisis and cost cutting fatigue, Europeans splash out on comfort and indulgence
New Circana 'Eat Play Love' report highlights increased demand for foods, toys and beauty products that provide mini moments of bliss and escape from a world of worry LONDON, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Despite continuing to be frugal with everyday purchases, European shoppers are splashing out on joy – turning to mood-boosting foods, stress releasing toys, and nourishing beauty products – for comfort amid a backdrop of global conflicts, climate concerns, and ongoing economic pressures that now shape daily life. Circana's latest report, Eat Play Love, reveals that consumers across Europe are prioritising purchases that give them more control over their lives and offer 'mini moments of bliss.' The data, drawn from Circana's extensive coverage of European food retail, foodservice, prestige beauty, and toys, shows a striking shift toward self-soothing consumption. As European consumers become more selective about what they buy, they are channelling their money into luxury experiences, products and brands that deliver clear value, meaning or emotional return. Sales of high-protein snacks, restaurant quality dining at home, mood-boosting fragrances, and stress-relieving toys are all in demand as consumer look at new ways to support their health and wellbeing. 'Long-held ideas about value and necessity are being rewritten as consumers reassess how they eat, play and look after themselves and their loved ones,' said Anne Haine, European Head of Consumer Packaged Goods at Circana. 'Brands that win in 2025 are those that understand this new consumer mindset – practical yet emotional, cautious yet indulgent.' The Eat Play Love report highlights more than 15 shifts and changes in tastes and preferences as Europeans re-evaluate what they truly want and need when it comes to eating, playing and loving themselves, including: EAT: Bite sized is the new normal as food is snackified: Snacks are no longer just eaten between meals, but alongside, and instead of, a traditional breakfast, lunch or dinner. 13% of Europeans say they eat snacks instead of a main meal and 28% consume them alongside. 4 out of 10 snack products consumed outside the home are now eaten at lunch or dinner. Nearly three-quarters of consumers snack while watching TV or browsing online, with almost half viewing it as a form of self-care. Spend on 'snacking meals' is up 4.5% in foodservice outlets and up 9.6% in retail foodservice (a combined total of €64 billion). Restaurant quality dining at home: Consumers are blending delivery with at-home extras, for example, transforming a €120 restaurant meal into a curated experience costing less than half the price, while preserving a lot of the same enjoyment. Delivery continues to fare well even as cost-of-living pressures increase – with spend rising to €29bn in 2024 (up from €26bn in 2023). Doggy bags go mainstream: 20% of European consumers now take leftovers home – citing saving money as the main motivation for requesting a doggy bag, but the desire to reduce food waste also plays a role (20% of restaurant guests see taking leftovers home as an act of sustainability; a further 19% would like to see leftovers donated to charities). 'It's not about spending more or less, but spending better and in ways consumers can control themselves: buying fewer goods, planning purchases more carefully and avoiding food waste,' said Ananda Roy, Senior Vice President of Strategic Insights, Europe at Circana. 'The desire for greater control goes beyond ingredients,' said Edurne Uranga, Vice President Foodservice Europe, Circana. 'Consumers are watching their spending, asking for doggy bags and planning meals carefully. This isn't just budgeting. It's a form of empowerment.' PLAY: Toys provide stress relief for big kids and little grown-ups. Play is now about emotional release and creative fulfilment, whether it's intricate Lego Botanical sets, Jellycat plushies or Pokémon cards, consumers are splashing out on toys that bring out their inner child. Toys for ages 12+ now make up 31% of all European toy sales, worth €4.6bn in sales – double their share a decade ago. If growth continues apace, by 2034 nearly 40% of all toys sold in Europe will be toys for teens and adults. The rise of second hand toys and bargains. Parents are becoming more careful with what – and how much – they buy amid concern about the cost of living and the desire to be less consumerist. While toy sales are down, second-hand buying is on the rise. 51% of European consumers said they bought 'pre-loved' toys last year and the percentage keeps increasing. Many consumers are looking for a bargain when buying toys, and online marketplaces like Temu and Shein are booming as a result. 32% of European consumers say they bought a toy from a Chinese marketplace at least once during the second half of 2024. For 18-to-34- year-olds, it's 58%. Spending precious time together, away from screens. In the age of 'brain rot' and 'zombie scrolling', Europeans of all ages are rediscovering board games as an antidote to excessive screen use. Whether it's trading cards, jigsaw puzzles or spending the weekend in a board games café, consumers are turning to games for a much-needed opportunity to take a digital detox through play. Sales of card games were up 12% in 2024 and adult games increased by a staggering 22%. Games sales overall reached €1.844 billion in the region. 'In a world full of stress and uncertainty, play gives consumers essential moments of joy. As a critical act of self-care, playing with toys helps adults and their children unplug, recharge and self-soothe,' said Frédérique Tutt, Global Industry Advisor for Toys at Circana. LOVE: Fragrance is lifting moods. As a confidence booster or a means of relaxation, smelling nice is essential to many consumers' sense of wellbeing. Sales of fragrances costing €150 or more were up 32% in 2024 to €653 million (compared to +8% growth for total fragrance). The lower end of the market is also doing well as budget-conscious shoppers look for more affordable alternatives; sales of body sprays doubled in 2024. The new lipstick index. Buying a lipstick used to be the continent's favourite makeup buy during times of uncertainty. However, today's consumers – especially younger ones – favour glow-boosting products such as tinted moisturisers, concealers, setting sprays, and powders – often with added skincare benefits. Food-inspired comfort beauty. From 'glazed-doughnut' skin and 'butter yellow' nails to 'cherry cola' lips, food language and aesthetics have influenced the beauty sector for some time and there is no slowdown in consumer appetite for mouth-watering beauty treats. Food-inspired beauty taps into consumers' connection with, and memories of, food in a powerful way, feeding the senses and nostalgia. 'Beauty is no longer just about appearance, it's an emotional pick-me-up that people reach for daily,' said Mathilde Lion, Chief Beauty Analyst, Europe at Circana. 'Niche scents, premium haircare products and makeup with innovative textures are just some of the examples. Fueled by social media, beauty trends are evolving at break-neck speeds but there is no doubt that this focus on wellness and self-love is rewriting the European beauty playbook and set to continue well into 2025.' About Circana Circana is a leader in providing technology, AI, and data to fast-moving consumer packaged goods companies, durables manufacturers, and retailers seeking to optimize their businesses. Circana's predictive analytics and technology empower clients to measure their market share, understand the underlying consumer behaviour driving it, and accelerate their growth. Circana's Liquid Data® technology platform is powered by an expansive, high-quality data set and intelligent algorithms trained on six decades of domain expertise. With Circana, clients can take immediate action to future-proof and evolve their growth strategies amid an increasingly complex, fast-paced, and ever-changing economy. Learn more at Eat Play Love methodology This report leverages Circana's extensive coverage of European food retail, foodservice, prestige beauty, and toys covering sales of consumer goods across hundreds of categories, billions of SKUs across five European countries including the UK, France, Italy, Spain and Germany. Food retail covers six countries with additional data from The Netherlands. Consumer survey data is also included. Media assets: Logo: For further information, please contact: Teresa Horscroft at Eureka Communications +44 (0)1420 564346teresa@
Times of Oman
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Shangri-La Muscat unveils ‘Eat Play Love' a Summer of Indulgence, Adventure and Connection
Muscat: This summer, Shangri-La Al Husn and Shangri-La Al Jissah invites guests to embark on a transformative journey where indulgence meets discovery. The 'Eat Play Love' campaign reimagines travel as a tapestry of sensory experiences, blending culinary delights, playful adventures, and heartfelt connections. Inspired by the beloved book written by Elizabeth Gilbert and blockbuster film Eat Pray Love, which celebrates its 15th anniversary this year, guests are welcomed to discover a series of curated experiences designed to awaken the senses, nourish the soul, and create unforgettable memories. Echoing the journey of the film's heroine, the campaign brings together the pleasures of Eat, the adventure of Play, and the warmth of Love – offering a modern, meaningful escape in one of Oman's most iconic destinations. At Shangri-La Muscat in Oman, the series of exciting summer experiences are designed to inspire solo, couple and family travellers to celebrate cuisine, adventure, and wellbeing. Set against the dramatic coastline of Oman, the twin resorts of Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah and its adults-only, Shangri-La Al Husn, each offer their own curated experiences, inviting guests to reconnect with joy through locally inspired moments. At Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, the whole family can get involved in an interactive Italian cooking class led by the resort's chefs, followed by a shared dining experience that turns food into lasting memories in their EAT experience. For exciting PLAY moments, guests can embark on a full day of coastal adventure, beginning with a guided snorkeling and paddleboarding session in the bay, and ending with a tranquil sunset camel ride along the beach. Meanwhile the LOVE experience enables families to capture a one-hour Polaroid photo session with printed keepsakes, along with a delightful in-room surprise for children—featuring a storybook and plush turtle gift inspired by the endangered turtles nesting on the resort's beaches. Along the coastline, the exclusive 16 years above luxury retreat Shangri-La Al Husn has introduced three unique experiences. Guests can journey through the traditions of Frankincense with Khalid Al Amri, the world's first Frankincense Sommelier, followed by a cooking class and a lunch overlooking the sea at Bait Al Bahr Restaurant as part of the EAT experience. For PLAYFUL moments, those drawn to the ocean can enjoy a cruise in search of dolphins, and snorkel among vibrant reefs and sea turtles. For the ultimate self -LOVE treat, the resort's Luban Spa offers a serene 30-minute frankincense-infused back and shoulder massage, providing a restorative escape in a tranquil clifftop setting. The 'Eat Play Love' experiences are available for stays until 31st of December 2025. Guests may select one tailored experience per night booked as part of the package, in addition to exclusive resort benefits including daily breakfast, beach and pool access, and thoughtful in-room amenities. This initiative is a testament to Shangri-La's commitment to create meaningful, destination-rich experiences that elevate every stay across its hotels and resorts. For further details and bookings on the 'Eat, Play Love' Experiences:
