6 fantastic ways to spend the weekend in Abu Dhabi: November 4 to 8
Brunches, seasonal menus and Diwali celebrations are taking over the capital this weekend!
Thursday 4 November 2021
Diwali Celebration at Namak. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
Gather your friends and loved ones and enjoy a glorious dinner celebrating the Festival of Lights. Expect exquisite flavours of specially selected dishes elevating tradition, colours, and the perfect blend of spice. Available until Saturday 6 November, from 7pm to 11:30pm. AED 169 set menu.
GO: Call 02 698 8137 for reservations and more information.
Tuck into the new Winter Menu at Fouquet’s Abu Dhabi
Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire has created generous and flavourful dishes to celebrate the winter season, inviting diners to discover regional tastes from around France. Guests can find the festive season’s French favourites, including terrine of foie gras with spiced pumpkin seeds and creamy Burrata served on a bed of rocket and cherry tomatoes salad. When it comes to seafood, Pierre Gagnaire has created thinly sliced haddock with “ratte” potatoes and a hearty lobster tail served with rice pilaf and roasted cauliflower bathed in bisque. The dessert menu includes Parisian Gastronomy classics, including the traditional Millfeuille and apple tart to share. Available daily from 12pm to 11pm.
GO: Call 02 205 4200 for reservations and more information.
Friday 5 November 2021
The Chef’s Brunch at Giornotte, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Discover The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi’s cosmopolitan Chef’s Brunch, where the world-class chefs at Giornotte artfully prepare dishes à la minute. Guests can experience live cooking and enjoy sumptuous delicacies from all over the world under one roof. Fridays from 1pm to 4pm. AED 320 (soft beverages), AED 420 (house beverages) and AED 599 (bubbly).
GO: Email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com or call 02 818 8203 for reservations and more information.
Try the new SB Brunch at Stock Burger Co, Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi
Stock Burger Co, the American restaurant focusing on gourmet burgers and craft hops, will kick-start the weekend with its new SB Brunch. The brunch features a BBQ buffet with live stations, a live singer and a kids corner, alongside unlimited beverages and a relaxed environment. Fridays, from 1pm to 4pm. AED 175 (soft beverages) and AED 250 (house beverages)
GO: Call 02 657 4864 for reservations and more information.
Saturday 6 November 2021
BOUNCE is back at Umm Al Emarat Park
The world-leading freestyle jumping revolution BOUNCE has returned to Umm Al Emarat Park. Try new tricks on BOUNCE’s giant fluffy cloud of air, enjoy freestyle fun at BOUNCE’s Free Jump Court and get a picture with BOUNCE’s very own Mascot. BOUNCE’s outdoor setup is staffed by experienced BOUNCE tribe members to help visitors jump within their skill level and learn new tricks. Visitors can buy BOUNCE tickets from the ticketing counters at the Park’s main entrance.
GO: Visit www.ummalemaratpark.ae for more information.
Visit a new art exhibition at Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas
Art Changes Every Think is a new art exhibition by British-Moroccan artist DAZ. The exhibition features a collection of DAZ’s recent art pieces that showcase a richness in colour, with messages and characters in a Street Art Pop style. DAZ was the first Moroccan artist to have an exhibition at the Carrousel du Louvre. In addition to his show at Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, you can enjoy live painting with DAZ in the Moroccan Pavilion at Expo 2020.
GO: Visit hwww.hyatt.com for more information.
