Party: Casa Playa boho beach festival
Head over to Nasimi Beach this weekend to celebrate their Casa Playa festival as part of the season’s opening party. On Thursday night International DJ & Producer EDX, who has made a name for himself in the International EDM scene, and deep house artist Claptone, will be playing from sunset, late into the night. On Friday night German platinum-selling DJ & producer Felix Jaehn will take to the stage alongside Lost Frequencies. Are you with me?
Location Nasimi Beach, Atlantis The Palm Cost Free Timings Thursday from 6pm to 3am and Friday from 1pm to 3am Contact
Relax: Open Day at Hiltonia Beach Club
The Hiltonia Beach Club at Hilton Abu Dhabi opens its doors to the public on Saturday, September 30, where you can try out a range of free fitness classes with personal trainers to guide you throughout the sessions. Activities available on the day include Zumba, aqua cycling, spinning, yoga, Pilates and boxercise classes. Guaranteed to be a great day out for the family, the open day also includes a variety of fun programmes for kids.
Location Hilton Abu Dhabi, Corniche Road Cost Free Timings Saturday September 30 from 10am onwards Contact 02 6924324
Fun: Lip Sync Battle
Have you got what it takes to be the Lip Sync challenge champion? If so, head down to Appaloosa every Thursday night and grab the mic. If lip syncing isn’t for you, head there anyways to watch all the action. The weekly winners will compete in the final championship at the end of each month.
Location Marriott Hotel Al Forsan Abu Dhabi, Al Forsan International Sports Resort Cost Free Timings Every Thursday from 10pm to 2am Contact 02 2014000
Nightlife: 7 Elephants re-opens
It stomped its way into Dubai’s dining and nightlife scene earlier this year, the popular venue will finally be back after a three month hibernation. From Tuesday September 26 onwards, you’ll be able to experience the venue’s unique vibes and concept once again! The gigantic space has great views of the Burj Khalifa, making it a great place to enjoy a night out. One of the few DIFC venues to serve shisha as well! This week check them out and enjoy their resident DJ, Andy Newton spin some tracks.
Location DIFC, Emirates Financial Towers Cost various Timings Open daily from 12pm to 2am Contact 04 3544354
Eat: Ruya's Saturday lunch deal
The delicious Turkish restaurant introduces a three course lunch menu priced at Dh150 per person for laid back Saturday afternoons. They've dubbed it the ‘Öğlen Menu'. It allows diners to indulge in a selection of traditional Anatolian treats through a specially curated three course lunch menu that will be available on Saturdays,
Location Grosvenor House Hotel Cost Dh150 per person Timings Every Saturday from 12pm to 4pm Contact 04 3999123
Ladies Night: Enter Nobu Noir
Taking place every Monday, the Japanese Peruvian hotspot will be serving three complimentary beverages and discounted tapas throughout the evening. Nobu Noir will be the only place to be seen every Monday evening. The Japanese Peruvian hotspot will be serving complimentary cocktails and a selection tapas for Dh40 throughout the evening in the bar. This tails and tapas menu will be offering dishes such as Spicy Miso Tuna Tacos, Black Cod Butter Lettuce and Yellowtail Sashimi.
Location Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah Offer 3 complementary beverages and Dh40 per tapa Timings Every Monday from 8.30pm until 11pm Contact 044262626
Travel Deal of the Week: Zanzibar
While Kenya and mainland Tanzania get busy in these months, Zanzibar seems to be getting cheaper and the offerings there are unique to what people normally consider doing while in Africa.
Travel rates including flights and stay From Dh1,699 for 3 nights
Brunch: Fümé
Located at one of the most popular destinations in Dubai, Pier 7, Dubai Marina, the brunch at Fümé is a celebration of good food and unlimited beverages. The brunch offers a great spread in every course. Including a selection of appetisers, like buttermilk fried chicken, calamari with sweet chili sauce, a bowl of edamame, and a feta and watermelon salad roasted almond flakes. The next course includes sharable sourdough sandwiches with Halloumi, Olive tapenade and sundried tomato, the other sandwich was filled with cold smoke salmon and cream cheese.
The main course is a plate of sizzling lamb chops that are grilled to perfection, as well as mini angus beef burger with caramelized onions. The side dishes include deliciously baked Mac and cheese and a Pappardelle pasta with meat balls and parmigiana cheese. If you are on the look-out for a relaxed family spot to spend a lovely Friday afternoon with great food and classic jazz tunes, head down to this neighbourhood eatery.
Location Pier 7, Dubai Marina Cost Dh199 inclusive of house beverages Timings Every Friday from 12pm to 4pm Contact 04 4215669
Movies to watch this week:
Flatliners
Release Date: 28 September 2017
Starring: Ellen Page, Diego Luna, Nina Dobrev, James Norton and Kiersey Clemons
Language: English
Judwaa 2
Release Date: 28 September 2017
Starring: Varun Dhawan and Jacqueline Fernandez
Language: Hind
Mark Felt
Release Date: 28 September 2017
Starring: Liam Neeson, Diane Lane and Maika Monroe
Language: English
