Summer Flavours at GATHER: Seasonal Dishes for Abu Dhabi’s Warmest Months

Summer in Abu Dhabi is a season of contrasts — the heat outside pushes you towards light, cooling foods, while the abundance of seasonal produce inspires dishes that are vibrant, fresh, and full of colour. At GATHER, we embrace this season with menu items that are specifically designed to beat the heat while delivering the depth of flavour our guests expect.

Cool and Crisp: Our Summer Salad Selection

When the mercury climbs above forty degrees, a heavy meal is the last thing anyone wants. Our Greek Salad (GATH-SLD-002) is a perennial favourite. The Avocado and Grapefruit Salad (GATH-SLD-006) is our most refreshing option, with the grapefruit’s bright acidity cutting through the richness of ripe avocado. The Grilled Halloumi Salad (GATH-SLD-005) combines charred halloumi with watermelon, mint, and a balsamic glaze — a sweet-and-savoury combination that has become one of our most-ordered dishes during the hotter months.

Beat the Heat: Cold Beverages and Mocktails

Our Fresh Orange Juice (GATH-CBV-001) is freshly squeezed to order. The Lemon Mint Cooler (GATH-CBV-002) is our house-special refresher — a blend of fresh lemon juice, muddled mint, and a touch of honey over crushed ice. The Berry Smoothie (GATH-CBV-005) blends mixed berries with yoghurt and a touch of honey for a drink that doubles as a light meal.

The Summer Evening Menu

As the sun sets, our evening menu comes alive with warm-weather dishes. The Chicken Shawarma Wrap (GATH-WRP-001) is a summer staple. The Calamari Fritti (GATH-APZ-006) with its light, crispy batter and squeeze of lemon is the perfect shared starter. And our Watermelon Cooler (GATH-MCK-005) mocktail becomes the drink of the season.

Summer cooking is not about doing less. It is about choosing ingredients that do more — that refresh, hydrate, and invigorate with every bite.

This summer, we invite you to make GATHER your oasis. Ask our team about our summer specials, which change regularly to showcase the freshest seasonal produce available.