The best of Abu Dhabi this week: January 10 to 16

Afternoon teas, tasting menus, art exhibits, brunches and theme park fun. FACT gives you a reason to celebrate each day of the week in Abu Dhabi.

Sunday 10 January 2021

Tuck into the new vegan menu at Punjab Grill:

Punjab Grill, the fine dining Indian restaurant at Venetian Village has launched a menu of vegan Indian dishes to celebrate Veganuary. Diners can enjoy delicious dishes such as the tandoori broccoli and mushroom and tofu tikka masala, alongside chef’s favourites Palak Patta Chaat and colocasia root dumplings. For dessert lovers, the options include jalebi churros and a chocolate cake made from all-natural ingredients. There’s never been a better time to take the vegan pledge.

GO: Call (0)50 668 3054 for reservations and more information.

Monday 11 January 2021

A Vintage Afternoon Tea of Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi:

This January Central Grounds at Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi introduces a Vintage Afternoon tea. Perfect for indulgent afternoons, the new afternoon tea menu includes avocado on toast with smoked salmon, egg mayonnaise and cress, pulled beef rolls, cucumber cream cheese, raspberry white chocolate tart, key lime pie, carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, Chelsea bun, chocolate fudge cake, and homemade scones with clotted cream and orange marmalade. All complemented by choice of unlimited herbal teas and coffees. Sunday to Thursday from 1pm to 5pm. AED 120 for two adults and AED 55 for children aged between six and 12 years of age. 

GO: Call (0)2 304 7777 for reservations and more information.

Tuesday 12 January 2021

Head to the Abu Dhabi EDITION for an Oak Room Intro:

For a mid-week outing, epicureans can try Oak Room for the first time or pop in for a lighter meal. The introduction of Oak Room Intro invites guests can pick three tasting plates from an array of Oak Room favourite starters, mains and desserts. Highlights include housemade ricotta, Josper roasted chicken, beer-battered fish, mac and cheese and Eton Mess. Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6pm to midnight. AED 128 (soft beverages) or AED 198 (house beverages and bubbles, two-hour package).

GO: Email restaurantreservations.auh@editionhotels.com or call (0)2 208 0000 for reservations and more information.

Wednesday 13 January 2021

Visit a kinetic art installation on Jubail Island:

The kinetic art experience that formed the centrepiece of the UAE’s official 49th National Day celebrations has been transformed into an art installation named The Seed. It will be on view to the public at Jubail Island until 30 January. Complete with stunning visuals representing an evolution from seed, shoot, and flower to propagation, the site is open from 5pm each day (except Sundays) with the audio-visual experience playing continuously between 6pm and 8pm. AED 30 (adults) and AED 15 (children aged seven to seventeen years old).

GO: Visit uaenationalday.ae for tickets and more information.

Thursday 14 January 2021

Kick start the weekend with a new Thursday night brunch at Dino’s Bistro Italiano:

With its casual and friendly atmosphere, Dino’s Bistro Italiano at Pearl Rotana Capital Centre Abu Dhabi brings diners the authentic flavours of Italy, paired with a premium beverage selection. The popular weekend brunch has now been extended to include Thursday nights, so gather your friends and family for an à la carte brunch served directly to the table. Thursday evenings. AED 190 (inclusive of cheese and antipasti station), children aged between six and twelve years are entitled to a 50% discount, while kids up to five years old dine for free. 

GO: Email dinos.pearl@rotana.com or call (0)2 307 5551 for reservations and more information.

Friday 15 January 2021

Indulge in an al fresco BBQ at PJ O’Reilly’s:

Friday evenings bring a smoking BBQ experience to the poolside terrace at Irish pub PJ O’Reilly’s at Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi. The all-inclusive BBQ brunch includes food trucks, succulent grills, live music and refreshing beverages, amidst a laid back atmosphere bursting with fun. Fridays from 7pm to midnight. AED 199.

GO: Call (0)2 695 0515 for reservations and more information.

Saturday 16 January 2021

Double up the fun at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi:

The two Yas Island theme parks start the year with a special offer that runs until 20 February 2021. For just AED 310 family and friends can visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and enjoy a free visit to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi and vice versa. Revellers can look forward to a stellar mix of record-breaking rides that ignite passion and fuel excitement in the hearts of guests of all ages at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Guests will then be met with unrivalled excitement with 29 state-of-the-art exhilarating rides, interactive family-friendly attractions and unique live entertainment at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.

GO: Visit www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com or www.wbworldabudhabi.com for bookings and more information.