Thursday 2
See an Oscar-winner for free: A stylish, cutting dig at consumerism, Logorama picked up Best Animated Short Film at last year’s Academy Awards. You can see it for free tonight – along with a host of similarly celebrated shorts – as part of a mini film festival organised by the French Alliance.
Free. From 7pm. CineStar, Marina Mall
See a shiny proof of some soccer success: As you may well have heard, Manchester City are the proud winners of this year’s FA Cup, with a 1-0 victory over Stoke at London’s Wembley Stadium. Want to see the proof? The cup – the first trophy the club have won since 1976 – is due to be on display at the City Store in Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, until Saturday.
Salute Aussie rock’s finest: Tribute specialists White Rabbit turn their attention to the hard-rocking works of AC/DC tonight, strapping on schoolboy shorts and bashing out the likes of ‘Back in Black’ and ‘It’s a Long Way to the Top’. Expect a rowdy crowd, plenty of rock horns and ringing ears in the morning.
9pm. PJ O’Reilly’s.
Study sea-inspired art: From today, the Ghaf Gallery will be presenting Inspirations from the Deep, a showcase of work by a group of rookie artists hand-picked by gallery owner Jalal Luqman. Flip to page 22 to find out what the man himself had to say about his latest batch of creative prodigies. Until June 13.
8pm. Ghaf Gallery (02 665 5332).
Friday 3
Watch office workers fight: After eight weeks of intensive training, Haddins’ corporate contenders are ready to step into the ring and start pummelling each other in their first ever fight. Head on down and cheer them on.
Tickets Dhs50 from Tennis Centre reception. 4pm. Youth Sports Hall, Zayed Sports City, www.haddins.com
Grab a pamper package: The Radisson Blu hotel has designed an escape package for him, her, or the both of you. The full package includes a night’s stay, a buffet breakfast and a customised two-hour spa package Rose Decadence (for her) or Formulation (for him).
Dhs1,105 per person for a single occupancy, Dhs1,810 for two persons and a double occupancy (02 656 2000)
Dance on the sand: With other outdoor venues already boarded up for the summer, Al Maya Island’s beach parties are the place to head for sun-worshipping hedonists. Check it out this weekend to soak up house tunes and cool off in the pool – just don’t forget the factor 50.
Dhs100. From noon (055 650 6337)
Spoil your man: Has the man in your life started letting himself go? Got clogged pores? Dark circles under his eyes? A knotty back? Send him to get fixed up at Grand Millennium’s Zayna Spa, which is offering a special gent’s promotion throughout June – one-hour facial and a half-hour back massage for Dhs400.
Grand Millennium Al Wahda (02 495 3822)
Saturday 4
Defend yourself: Want to feel like you can protect yourself on the mean streets of Abu Dhabi? If so, or even if you just want to learn a new skill, the Cobra Muay Thai studio will have you trained up and fighting fit in no time. Choose between group sessions or private classes in Thai boxing and you’ll soon be ready to take on anyone – it’s a pretty brutal sport!
Cobra Muay Thai Boxing, Zayed Sports City (0555 616 0996)
Bag some one-of-a-kind crafts: Pick up some handmade arts and crafts at the Al Ain English Speaking School’s table-top sale, which is being held today. Not interested in buying? Grab your own table and display your wares for Dhs70.
10am-1pm. To book a table, contact Asa Smith at asalives@hotmail.com, or call 03 767 8636
Win a Playstation 3: To celebrate another year of serving cool American food, Chili’s has initiated a poster-making competition for kids across all Chili’s Restaurants in the UAE, open to children aged 12 and below with the chance to win a Playstation 3.
Details can be found in all Chili’s restaurants, so take your little artists down tonight and get drawing (02 671 6300)
Eat an epic pizza for half-price: Not tried out Spaccanapoli’s semi-legendary metre-long pizza? With a half-price offer on all delivery orders between 4pm-7pm, now’s the time to check it out. Just be sure to get your friends on board – there’s no chance you’ll be sinking this bad boy solo.
Crowne Plaza (02 616 6261)
Sunday 5
Get a blingtastic manicure: If it’s eye-catching enough for Lady Gaga and Katy Perry, it’s certainly eye-catching enough for us. We’re talking Minx manicures, which are applied with long-lasting stickers rather than paint for an ultra-shiny, metallic effect.
Available at Color Me Spa (02 556 4557)
Book a birthday: Who says no one cares about your birthday? If you book a birthday table for 10 at Crowne Plaza Yas Island’s Barouk restaurant they’ll throw in a free glass of bubbly for everyone, a free birthday cake, and a free stay for two people at the hotel.
Dhs130 per person for the set menu, Barouk restaurant, Crowne Plaza Yas Island (02 656 3000)
Gobble lots of meat: Nobody knows meat like the folks at Marco Pierre White’s, and with their new four-course tasting menu, they’ve assembled a true carnivore’s treat. It might not be cheap, but if you’ve got something to celebrate, look no further.
Dhs399. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr (02 654 3333).
Feast from the East: If you’re looking for somewhere a little bit different to take a client for a leisurely bite, try out Wokcano at One to One – The Village. Its business meal deals are available throughout the week, at Dhs49 for a six-course South East Fusion set menu with iced tea.
Wokcano (02 495 2000)
Monday 6
Party it up Polynesian-style: Trader Vic’s is infamous for its mind-wobblingly strong drinks. Don’t say we didn’t warn you, when you take advantage of their ‘Double Delights’ offer, a two-for-one deal on selected beverages between 6pm and 8pm.
Trader Vic’s, Beach Rotana (02 697 9011)
Play to win: Fancy your chances to win some cash? Head to Accumulators Night at Hemingway’s where you could land yourself Dhs1,000. Fill out a raffle card and wait with baited breath until 10pm to find out if you’re luck’s in. If there’s no winner, the cash is rolled over, giving you the chance to scoop a bigger prize the next week.
Hilton Abu Dhabi (02 692 4567)
Knead a change: The One to One Village spa wants you to dump all your worries at the door. The place serves up a mix of treatments including a combination full-body massage, and for a while will give you a free third rejuvenating treatment every time you buy two.
Book 24 hours in advance (02 495 2070)
Thank the heat: No, we don’t have sunstroke. But Angar and Noodle Box are offering a 35 per cent discount on your meals if the temperature hits 35. As the temperature rises, so does the discount; but don’t get any ideas, the discount only applies to food.
The Yas Hotel (02 656 0000)
Tuesday 7
Eat lots of raw fish: Fed up of having to remortgage the house every time you want to gorge on sushi? Try the all-you-can-eat deal at The Yacht Club, where unlimited sushi is served from 7pm till 9pm for just Dhs110. We can (almost) guarantee you’ll be able to stuff down your money’s worth!
The Yacht Club, InterContinental (02 666 6888)
Have lunch with businesswomen: The international Business Women’s Group of Abu Dhabi is holding its final luncheon before the summer. Main speaker Paul Kenny will lecture on setting up a digital marketing company, and second speaker Sarah Wadi will discuss business women’s role in the UAE.
Dhs200 for non-member, and Dhs150 for members. Best to RSVP by June 6 (050 327 6020)
See contemporary Emirati art: If you’ve yet to take a look at Hassan Sharif’s Experiments & Objects exhibition, you’re missing out on the best art currently on show in the city. It’s the Emirati’s first solo show in the capital, bringing together scores of chaotic, colourful sculptures.
Free. Until June 17
Laugh it up: Heroes hosts another night of chuckles, chortles and guffaws, as The Laughter Factory returns with a top line-up of comedy talent. Get down early to bag a seat.
Dhs130. 9pm. www.timeouttickets.com
Wednesday 8
Do pilates: If you’re in dire need of some all over body-conditioning before you hit the beach this summer, sign up for pilates classes at The Yas Hotel. The practice tones, stretches and massages the muscles from top to toe resulting in a longer, leaner silhouette.
7pm. Dhs55 per hour session The Yas Hotel (02 656 0862)
Get dressed to impress: Marks & Spencer has just launched its new summer collection – ‘Love Your Look’. Choose from nautical styles, ’50s and ’70s trends and animal print pieces.
Marks & Spencer, Fotouh Al Khair Centre (02 681 1130)
Grab a pizza: Italian restaurant La Mamma in Sheraton Abu Dhabi is offering a pizza deal for the next couple of months: one pizza plus one beverage for Dhs65 per person. And it’s dinner and a show, well sort of, watching Chef Andrea in his open kitchen is definitely entertaining.
Sheraton Abu Dhabi (02 677 3333)
Stock up on cheese and pickles: Ready to make the best sandwich of your life? Stop by The Cheese and Pickles Centre, a quirky little store that sells both local and exotic varieties that you won’t find anywhere else in Abu Dhabi. Prices are reasonable too.
King Khalid Street, near Electra Street
