Add this to your list of things to do in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, we’re here to make your weekend look a little more interesting with some pretty cool things to do in the capital. From a delicious Sunday brunch to a new art exhibition, a limited-edition afternoon tea and more…
Here are 6 ways to keep yourself entertained in Abu Dhabi this weekend
Eat your body weight at the new brunch at Catch at St Regis
Love ticking new brunches off your list? There’s a new one to try and it kicks off this October 18. The Umi Social Brunch at Catch at St Regis features Japanese-inspired cuisine with interactive dining. It’s all paired with beachfront views. Spot the oyster trolley and select from a delicious variety of sushi and seafood. Pair it all with signature cocktails and end with dessert. There’s DJ entertainment to keep the vibes high and live calligraphy. Prices start from Dhs395.
Where: Catch at St Regis, The St Regis Abu Dhabi
When: Every Sunday from October 18, 12.30pm to 4pm
Cost: Dhs375 for soft, Dhs575 for house, Dhs675 for champagne
Contact: 02 694 4553, catchatthestregis.com
Enjoy tapas and sundowners at L’ETO
Head on over with friends to The Galleria Al Maryah Island to just sit back and relax with Siesta Hour at L’ETO Restaurant. The afternoon offers up Mediterranean tapas plus a selection of cocktails, wines and beers. Try the Talamanca Fizz, which comes with hibiscus limoncello, bergamot and prosecco, or the Teranka Garden Tonica with gin, cucumber, basil, yuzu and elderflower. Your slow evening comes together thanks to the restaurant’s warm interiors and comfy lounge-style seating.
Where: L’ETO Restaurant, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
When: Monday to Saturday, 3.30pm to 7.30pm
Price: Cocktails from Dhs40, wines from Dhs30 per glass and beers from Dhs25
Contact: @letorestaurant.official
Check out a new exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi
You don’t really need an excuse to head to the Louvre Abu Dhabi, but this will push your visit closer to the top of your to do list. The popular museum has partnered with the Guimet – National Museum of Asian Arts, France, to curate a major new exhibition: Spices and Wonders: Sailing the Indian Ocean. It basically traces back one thousand years of maritime exchange across the Indian Ocean, exploring how one of the world’s greatest trade networks connected continents, carried precious goods and transformed cultures across the Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, India, Southeast Asia, China, Japan and Europe. It’s showcased through over 200 works of art and objects segregated across six sections. You can read more about the exhibition here and get your tickets here.
Where: Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
When: Exhibition ends on February 14
Price: Dhs70 per adult, Under 18s free
Contact: @louvreabudhabi
Raise a stein at The Club Abu Dhabi
Want to celebrate Oktoberfest? Round up your friends and head to The Club Abu Dhabi and raise a stein or two. The Club is going all-in on the Bavarian cheer for two nights on Friday, October 16 and 17, from 7pm to 10pm. Expect long communal tables, traditional German dishes which pair oh-so-well with the selected German beers and refreshments. You can sit back and enjoy the foodie experience all you want, but there are live tunes from the Bavarian Camels which may get you on your feet.
Where: Main Hall, The Club Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat – Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
When: Friday, October 16 and October 17, 7pm to 10pm,
Price: Dhs280 per person, per day, including free-flow selected German beers and refreshments and traditional German dishes
Contact: 02 673 1111, @theclubabudhabi
Ladies, take some time for you and get screened
We know it’s hard to find time for yourself, especially when there’s a lot of juggling involved when it comes to work commitments and spending time with family and friends. But it’s also important to spend time on yourself. And this is for a very important cause. On October 18, Yas Bay Waterfront is hosting Pink Caravan “Choose You Today” – a Breast Cancer Awareness Initiative running from 10am to 4pm. You will have the opportunity to engage with healthcare professionals and get free clinical breast examinations and select mammograms. If you’re one of 100 participants, you will receive an exclusive Pink Caravan giveaway.
Where: Pier Outdoor Parking, Yas Bay Waterfront, Abu Dhabi
When: Sunday, October 18, 10am to 4pm
Contact: @thepinkcaravan, @yasbayuae
Tuck into a blooming afternoon tea experience
Love an afternoon tea? Head to Four Seasons and immerse yourself in the classic British social ritual. If this is one you really want to try, we suggest going as soon as possible because it is only a two-week experience. It runs until October 23, so you only have a week left. If you are heading over, there’s so much to pick from, from a collection of handcrafted sweet and savoury creations, plus a selection of teas and coffee.
Where: Al Meylas Lounge, Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
When: Until Oct 23, 3pm to 7pm
Contact: @fsabudhabi
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