Each year during Ramadan, all of Dubai goes head over heels in preparation for the more dazzling, extravagant and luxurious Iftar dinners. But what about Suhoor? Lesser known by non-fasting, non-Muslim crowds in Dubai, Suhoor is the early morning meal enjoyed by those fasting before the crack of dawn in the early hours of day. Suhoor is a more peaceful meal in comparison to Iftar, which celebrates the breaking of the fast each day. Nonetheless, Suhoor is equally if not more important in the tradition of Ramadan and there are plenty of exquisite options available in Dubai. Experiment with an early morning meal or simply spend a whole night Iftar to Suhoor in a feast-like atmosphere! Here are some top picks to choose from:

SOFITEL THE PALM
This casual Suhoor in the Lobby Lounge features an a la carte menu of traditional Arabic breakfast items, from foul madams and hot and cold mezze, to dried fruits, dates and jallab juice with pine seeds and raisins.

Sofitel The Palm Dubai, the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, 10pm to 2am, Dhs80. Tel: (04) 4556677.

FAIRMONT PALM JUMEIRAH
Flow Kitchen at the Fairmont is offering an a la carte Suhoor menu, including a wide range of shisha flavors, to enjoy in an outdoor air-conditioned tent. Fairmont The Palm, The Palm Jumeirah, 9pm to 3am, Dhs150. Tel: (04) 4573457

RITZ CARLTON DIFC
Enjoy Suhoor in the Ritz-Carlton’s sunken gardens. An a la carte menu will be served daily, including a range of Middle Eastern cuisine, along with shisha of course. Ritz-Carlton Dubai International Financial Centre, 9pm to 2am. Tel: (04) 3722323

CROWNE PLAZA DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY
Enjoy Suhoor in a relaxing Skyline Tent over looking the Dubai Creek. A la carte Arabian dishes are served along with shisha and tea from the Tchaba tea station. Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City, Festival City, Dubai, 9pm to 2am. Tel: (04) 7011127. Taxi: Festival City. crowneplaza.com

PALACE DOWNTOWN DUBAI
Ewaan’s Lounge Cabanas offer a luxurious and exclusive Suhoor, where groups of up to eight can enjoy traditional favorites in the air-conditioned cabanas near the poolside.

Palace Downtown Dubai, Downtown, 9pm to 2am, Dhs1,600 minimum spend. Tel: (04) 4287806