It’s summer. It’s hot. And frankly, we're in our cold food era.

This time of the year in Dubai requires a strategy... or else you’ll find yourself sweating as you sit through a brunch you might not have wanted to go to in the first place.

So, avoid the chaos and level up your mealtimes with one simple move: sushi. The best food for when you want to dodge the heat, flex your chopstick skills and keep it light with nigiri, maki and plenty of icy drinks.

If you're after a cool, but unpretentious date night, one of the best-quality sushi deals in Dubai can be found at Gohan in Jumeirah Emirates Towers on Tuesday night. This teeny speakeasy-style spot is one of the most interesting Japanese restaurants in town. For Dhs290, you get miso soup, edamame, tuna tartare, unlimited nigiri and maki, two house drinks and dessert. Now that's a deal.

If it's an easy Friday night catch-up you want, OG spot Salmontini comes in strong with a Dhs159 price tag for an all-you-can-eat sushi dinner. Expect all the classics: nigiri, sashimi, makimono, plus salty and spicy edamame to get things going.

And if you're looking for a special occasion spot with impressive views to take out-of-towners, then head to SUSHISAMBA's Dhs169 business lunch deal, which is now available on the weekend thanks to a seasonal extension for the summer months. Make sure to get your hands on the Bahia Samba roll.

What about you? What are your favourite sushi spots in Dubai? I'm always dying to know, so hit me up at yousra.zaki@itp.com.

Until then... stay hydrated, besties, and see you at the sushi bar. 🥢🍣

Yousra