Thursday 10
Support a good cause: Did you know that almost 400 million children go to bed hungry every night? ‘Feed’ aim to feed hungry children through the sale of their cotton and and burlap ‘feed’ bags, now available at The One. Pick up a few, they’ll come in handy, and you’ll be doing it for a good cause.
The One, Sheik Zayed 1st St, Khalidiya, www.theoneplanet.com (02 644 8100).
Shop till you drop: Looking for a new outfit for the Grand Prix parties? Of course you are, you don’t want to be seen in that old thing now do you? Head into Style Studio (which has recently opened up in Mushrif Mall) and enjoy a part sale of up to 60 percent, valid until November 14. Be sure to grab a bargain.
Mushrif Mall (02 509 8777).
Get Jay Sean’s autograph: British singer/songwriter Jay Sean will be at Abu Dhabi Mall today signing autographs for his adoring fans at Virgin Megastore. Jay Sean is currently in Abu Dhabi to perform at Skybar over the Grand Prix weekend. While you are there, pick up a copy of his new CD, Freeze Time.
From 7.30pm. Abu Dhabi Mall (02 645 7300).
Party before the party: Emirates Palace will host Salon Privé, a spectacular launch event tonight and tomorrow night to kick off the thrilling weekend of F1 racing. This is set to be a star-studded evening that will set the tone for the glamorous weekend.
www.timeouttickets.com. Emirates Palace (050 818 1679).
Friday 11
Attend a glamorous ball: Considered by many as the only way to start your Grand Prix weekend, The Chequered Flag ball is back for the third time. UK soul singer Mica Paris will be performing, and you just might get to rub shoulders with movie stars and sporting greats, and make up lovely stories about how they liked your outfit.
St Regis, Saadiyat Island (050 294 7469).
Listen to some beats: Head on down to Abu Dhabi Corniche tonight for Beats on the Beach, where will see The Recipe, Jay Sean, Example and Fatboy Slim perfom as part of Yasalam. Unmissable, and sure to be awesome.
Beats on the Beach, Abu Dhabi Corniche, www.yasalam.ae
Get urban: Head to Pearls and Caviar tonight for a night of Urban Education, the hottest urban night to hit the nation’s capital. Serving up the best urban, hip hop, R&B and funk. Every Friday from 4pm-3am Shangri-La Hotel, Between the Bridges, www.shangri-la (02 509 8777).
Have an Indian brunch: The ever popular Ushna has just jumped onto the brunch bandwagon (better late than never!) and they’re offering a delicious three-course set menu with prices ranging from Dhs150 – Dhs250.
Fridays from noon–4pm Ushna, Souk Qaryat Al Beri (02 558 1769).
Saturday 12
Buy a new pair of Jeans: Jeans looking old and tattered and in desperate need of replacing? Head on into New Look where you can take advantage of their current promotions, buy one pair get one free, or buy one pair and get the second one at half price. No better time than the present. Until stocks last.
Mushrif Mall (02 673 7414).
Pamper yourself: Fancy a post-Grand Prix preen and buff? The Sisters Beauty lounge are running their special F1 beauty packages until November 15. Book yourself in and benefit from a great promotion with full beauty packages from Dhs320 up to Dhs620. Sweet!
Sisters, Al Bateen (02 2222 501).
Indulge in aperitivo: Filini have set up a lounge on their terrace to properly embrace the popular Mediterranean concept of aperitivo. It’s an evening event, where complimentary nibbles are served with drinks, while guests enjoy relaxed conversation before dinner. Afterwards, you’ll be ushered in to feed with gusto.
Saturday from 6pm, Filini, Radisson Blu Hotel, Yas Island (02 656 2000).
Have a Happy Birthday: Worried about planning a hassle-free party for your child’s birthday? The staff at Zayed Sports City can pull one together and make sure your kids have a blast on their special day, with bowling, tennis, ice-skating and more activities planned for all ages.
Zayed Sports City, www.zsc.ae (02 403 4223).
Sunday 13
Start your engines: Today is the last day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. There are still tickets available so make sure you head out to Yas Island to see who’ll make it to the finish first.
www.yasmarinacircuit.ae (02 659 9800).
Head to a stylish club: Tonight is the last night to head to Skybar at Flash Forum and see Wyclef Jean, Shaggy, Yasmin and many others perfrom. Set in a custom-built night club, Skybar is a guaranteed party hotspot.
11pm-4am, www.yasisland.ae (800 35274).
Taste some tapas: Take your friends to Pearls and Caviar this Sunday for Supper Club. You’ll enjoy a set tapas menu with highlights like the Wasabi Tuna Tartare or Tempura Prawns with Chermoula.
Every Sunday from 7-11pm at Pearls & Caviar, Shangri-La (02 509 8888).
Party Amber Lounge: If you are in the mood for a seriously glam party, tonight is the last night of Amber Lounge. This ultra-exclusive after party sets up at Yas Links Golf Club this year. Get ready for celeb spotting, after offloading a heap of cash to get in.
abudhabi@amberlounge.com (+377 9777 1634).
Monday 14
Have some prawns: If you fancy a sea-food taste explosion, know this: the new Mushrif mall restaurant offerings include Jimmy’s Killer Prawns. The name says it all, but don’t take our word for it; head down there yourself.
Mushrif Mall 3rd floor (02 447 2420).
Support a silent cause: Ewa’a support women and children who have fallen victim to human trafficking. If you want to make a real difference, give them a ring to see how you can help.
www.shwc.ae (02 558 4812, 800 7283).
Invest in a new mop: When bored of long hair, one has the option of a haircut, or even a Skunk Anansi shave. But if you’re tired of that bob, there’s nothing much you can do, right? Wrong. Amisque specialise in hair extensions, so if you want some luscious new locks head on over.
Open Sat-Thu 10am-9pm. Vision Hotel Apartments, Tourist Club Area (02 699 2699).
Partake in some poetry: Cubes is hosting a very special poetry recital tonight, and all for a charitable cause. Poet Bahareh Amidi’s uplifting recital will be accentuated by live music and Korean opera.
Tickets are Dhs50. From 7pm at Cubes, One to One Hotel (02 495 2000).
Tuesday 15
Spoil yourself: If you’ve been feeling under the weather lately, Anantara’s November Promotion might be just what you need. Indulge in a 150 minute Detox Ritual which will cost you a whopping Dhs1,350 (worth it).
Until November 30, from 10am – 10 pm, Anantara Spa, Emirates Palace (02 6907978)
Catch a film: Hitting the box office at a very appropriate time (think approaching presidential elections), The Ides of March had some shining reviews to date. And that’s all the reason you need to go see it. That and the Gosling-Clooney double treat.
In cinemas across Abu Dhabi.
Get glamorous hair: If you are looking for a new do or a new hair colour for the cooler months then visit Hairworks Salon. Located upstairs at Spinney’s Khalidiyah, you will be well looked after with both your cut and colour.
Open daily 9am-9pm. 2nd Floor Spinney’s Khalidiyah (02 681 6678).
Speed up your art: Still trying to salvage those dying remnants of F1 excitements? Vision of Speed is an exhibition which combines speed and art. It also features Grand Prix replica posters from the days of yore.
Until November 30, at Ghaf Art Gallery. Sat-Thu 10am-9pm. (02 665 5332).
Wendesday 16
New Look: Head into Petit Ann Russo to buy a stunning dress, even though the F1 parties are over, you still shouldn’t been seen in those old rags anymore. Take advantage of Petit Ann Russo’s current sale of up to 20 per cent on selected items.
Valid until November 18. Al Wahda Mall (02 443 7406).
Get writing: The second Wednesday of every month is Writers Night at Café Arabia. So if you fancy a creative outlet this week, get over to Abu Dhabi’s arty-est Café and get your creative juices flowing. And if you do manage to bash out a bestseller, please remember the friendly journalist who pointed the way.
From 7.30pm, Café Arabia, 15th street (02 643 9699).
Roll a cigar: Stills will treat guests to the art of Cuban cigar rolling this Wednesday, and offers some great deals on Cuban cigars. If you’re one of those decadent fellows you’ll get a kick out of this one.
From 8-11pm at Stills Bar & Restaurant, Crown Plaza Yas Island (02 656 3053).
Eat Ethiopian: Bonna Anne is the new Ethiopian joint in town and it’s as authentic as you will get without flying to Addis Abeba. Try something new, we promise you won’t regret it.
Bonna Anne, Al Salam st. (02 491 2128).
