The year is flying by and we are absolutely loving it in Abu Dhabi because of all of the super saver deals and yummy grub on which to get our mitts.
Ready for the new the month?
Here are the top things to do in Abu Dhabi in June.
June 1
Get on a super sundowner deal at Brick Rooftop Kitchen & Bar
We love a rooftop bar in Abu Dhabi. Great views, super tunes and even better company, there’s nowhere we’d rather be (for nine to ten months of the year). And for one last-gasp night on top of the world before the summer heat sends the party inside, Brick Rooftop Kitchen & Bar has a super sundowner deal that will see you get 50 percent off grub and beverages from 5pm to 11.30pm. It’s only available until Friday June 4 so go, go, go.
50 percent off (food and drinks). Until Fri Jun 4, 5.30pm-11.30pm. Aloft Hotel, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (054 994 2289).
June 4
Munch on a fish supper for Fish & Chips Day
The capital is stacked with restaurants where you can hook yourself the classic British dish, and we’ve listed some of the best for your viewing (and then eating) pleasure here.
Swimming in the moonlight at Cove Beach Abu Dhabi
Think a pool day is out of the question because of rising temperatures? Think again as Cove Beach Abu Dhabi has launched its new Moonlight Swim sundowner package. Every Friday, ladies and gents can have a dip until 11pm while enjoying unlimited house bevvies for Dhs149 and Dhs249 respectively. Night swimming deserves a quiet night…
Dhs149 (ladies), Dhs249 (gents). Fri 8pm-11pm. Makers District, Al Reem (056 398 7895).
June 5
Light up your night with Yin Yoga at Beach Rotana Hotel
Stressful day? Get on down to the Beach Rotana Hotel for a Yin Yoga session conducted entirely by candlelight. Yogis are promised the gentle glow of the candles will help release tension and negative energy as they perform their exercise routines and meditation practices. This class is available for ladies only and is priced at Dhs130.
Dhs130. Sat Jun 5 8pm-9.15pm. Beach Rotana Hotel, Tourist Club Area, Al Zahiyah (050 3528640).
June 11
Crank up your weekends with The Abu Dhabi EDITION
It’s time to look after yourself (after all it is Global Wellness Month) and The Abu Dhabi EDITION is offering a cracking staycation package to whip your month into shape. Partnering with CRANK fitness studio, the two-day stay includes a deluxe marina room, CRANK ride class in ANNEX club, Amapiano brunch, brekkie in Alba Terrace, a Chap’s & Co. gift voucher plus 20 percent off at the EDITION spa. We’ll see you there.
Dhs1,500 (two people). Fri Jun 11-Sat Jun 12. Al Bateen (02 208 0000).
Stretch the legs at Al Ain Night Run
Get off that sofa and take part in the Al Ain Night Run on Friday June 11 at Al Ain Shooting Equestrian and Golf Club. It’s Dhs75 to sign up and runners can compete in 10k, 5k or 2.5k races. Easy.
Dhs75. Friday June 11. my.raceresult.com/170497/registration.
June 12
Don’t miss the Abstraction and Calligraphy exhibit at Louvre Abu Dhabi
Love Cy Twombly’s work? Blown away by Kandinsky’s canvases? Abstract art is really in the eye of the beholder but did you know the idea was influenced by Asian and North African calligraphy? The Louvre Abu Dhabi is hosting ‘Abstraction and Calligraphy – Towards a Universal Language’ which gives visitors a chance to explore the works of Henri Matisse, Paul Klee, Joan Miró, Lee Ufan, André Masson, Dia Azzawi and Jackson Pollock and more. But you better be quick as it closes on Saturday June 12.
Dhs60. Until Jun 12 Tue-Sun 10am-6.30pm. Saadiyat (600 565566).
Find a falalel on Falafel Day at Zaatar W Zeit
Deep-fried chickpeas? Yes please. If you are falafel lovers who have circled Saturday June 12 in the diary you no doubt are looking for a spot to grab yourself a falafelly bite. Check out Zaatar W Zeit, who doesn’t faff about when it comes to falafel.
Various locations including NBAD Building Corniche Road, Al Khalidiya and Al Salam Street, zaatarwzeit.net/UAE/home.
June 13
Watch the Euros at Hickory’s Restaurant
Throw on your jersey, grab your flag and get on down to Hickory’s Restaurant and score some great food and bevvie deals. Combos start from Dhs75 and if you buy four pints you can get one pint free. Boom.
Prices vary. Fri Jun 11-Sun Jul 11. Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 404 3077).
June 14
Spin by candlelight at MOTION cycling
Fed up of your standard spin class? Then head on down to MOTION’s cycling boutique studio in Reem where attendees can burn up to 1,000 calories per sesh while throwing shapes to inspirational music by candlelight. We’re ready. Are you? For more cycling classes in Abu Dhabi click here.
From Dhs50. Open daily, class times vary. Wafra Square building, Reem Island (056 171 7130).
June 15
Get a new thrill on the Scarecrow Scare Raid ride at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Ready to be scared? Warner. Bros World Abu Dhabi has revamped and scaled up the terror for The Scarecrow Raid ride. Some 24 brave guests ascend a central column that rotates in a clockwise motion, while the ride’s arms rotate in a 360-degree motion for a truly “twisted” time. You can go first.
From Dhs295. Open daily noon-8pm. Yas Island (600 511115).
June 17
Catch The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard premiere
It was bags of fun and barrels of laughs the last time Ryan Reynolds tried to protect Samuel L. Jackson from a hail of bullets. And the action is hotting up with the introduction of Salma Hayek into the equation. That’s one way to beat the heat this summer.
Estimated release date: June 17. Various cinemas.
Start the day right with a brekkie at Medi Terra
Is there anything better than having your brekkie made for you at the weekend? At Medi Terra you can stop the early morning tummy grumbles with a breakfast dish, a healthy juice and cup of chow for Dhs90. What’s up for grabs you ask? Devour truffle hollandaise Eggs Benedict with turkey ham, button mushrooms and poached eggs atop an English muffin, or gorge on the Medi Terra breakfast with roasted baby potatoes, sautéed veal bacon, scrambled eggs, and pain viennois or gobble up avocado sour dough toast with piquillo pepper marmalade, pickled red onion and feta. There will be no need for lunch, we think.
Dhs90. Fri-Sat 10am-noon. Marsa Al Bateen Marina (02 633 6366).
June 18
Chomp down on some amazing sushi for World Sushi Day
If you love sushi then Abu Dhabi is a cracking spot to live. The city is loaded with restaurants serious about salmon, tuna tartare, mountains of maki and slithers of sashimi. And we’ve collated the best exponents of the dish for you right here.
June 19
Come back refreshed from a detox staycation on Zaya Nurai Island
While we all love to loosen the purse strings and belt buckles while on holidays, we know we are going to pay for it in the gym once we return to daily life and reality. So why not keep your health kick going with a staycaytion at Zaya Nurai Island? The special deal includes full board, signature detox bath for two and a one-hour yoga sesh while gazing out at the gulf. Sign us up.
From Dhs8,500 (two nights). Until Sun Sep 5. Nurai Island, zayanuraiisland.com (02 506 6212).
June 21
Treat the auld lad to a pampering sesh at Chap’s & Co.
The big man never asks for much so why not to treat him this Father’s Day with a visit to Chap’s & Co. From haircuts and beard trimmings to head massages and hot towels (plus a glass of something strong), make him feel like the king he is. Love you, Dad.
Prices vary. Open Mon-Thu 9am-10pm, Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 10am-10pm. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen Marina (02 208 0500).
June 23
Spicy sundowner at Punjab Grill Abu Dhabi
This Indian restaurant is currying favour throughout the capital this June with a super sundowner package. From Sundays to Thursdays, Punjab Grill Abu Dhabi is offering up bar bites and free-flowing bevvies for Dhs200 from 4pm to 7pm. Need something more substantial? Order a curry with naan and pilau rice for Dhs100 from the British House menu. Now that’s a spicy sundowner.
Dhs200. Sun-Thu 4pm-7pm. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal (WhatsApp 050 668 3054).
June 26
Learn from the masters at COYA Abu Dhabi
Want to know the secrets behind the COYA team’s work? From shaking to dicing, the Peruvian restaurant will show you how to rustle up some delish fare and tasty mixed drinks on the last Saturday of June.
Dhs290. Sat June 26 12.30pm-2pm. Four Seasons Hotel, The Galleria, Al Maryah Island (04 316 9600).
