Things to do on February 13:
Go to a music festival: Starting today you’ve got your choice of music festivals because it’s the first day of both the Dubai Jazz Festival and Redfest DXB. Featuring acts like Olly Murs, The Wanted and Colbie Caillat, with so much music you might even hear it from the capital!
Dubai Jazz Festival, Dubai Festival City, Feb 13-20, www.dubaijazzfest.com; Redfest DXB, Dubai Media City Ampitheatre, www.timeouttickets.com
Cha cha cha around a pool: There’s still time to book a spot at one of Gourmet Abu Dhabi’s most unique events, a Latin-inspired poolside barbecue. As you guzzle burgers a South American dance troupe will perform salsa, mambo, chacha, cumbia, tango and flamenco to three sets by Gilberto Moncada, the best known Cuban musician in UAE.
Dhs600. 7-11pm. The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa, www.gourmetabudhabi.ae
Indulge in grape and cheese: Learn about the delicious art of grape and cheese pairing. They’ll have cheese from France, Italy and Spain all paired perfectly with beverages.
Sofra BLD, Shangri-la Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain (02 509 8888).
