what’s on in the UAE
Bodega Catena Dinner
Delight in a three-course set menu complemented by a vibrant beverage selection from Argentina’s Bodega Catena Zapata vineyard, at Market Kitchen, Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi, 7pm. Dh250 plus taxes. Also, ladies night the Irish way, free flowing beverages from 7-11pm and 50 per cent discount on food, at PJ ‘O Reilly’s. Call 02-6742020
Ladies Night @ Yas Marina
Navigate your way through ladies night at Yas Marina with special deals and free beverages for ladies. At Aquarium, ladies get unlimited free-flowing beverages from 7-11pm. Iris offers four free beverages for women from 7pm and at Stars ‘N’ Bars ladies receive five free beverage tokens from 9pm. + sayyas.ae
Flamenco Night
Watch Flamenco dancers move to Spanish music with the resident DJ David Saludes. At Salero Tapas & Bodega, Kempinski Mall of the Emirates. Free entry. Call 04-3410000
Recess Ladies Night
Theres always a reason to smile, free beverages for the ladies, every Wednesday. Music by Devon Kosoko. At Toy Room Dubai, Roda Al Murooj, Downtown Dubai. Call 055-2464555
Cosmic Communion
Exhibition by Emirati artist Abdulla Al Shafar, showcasing a collection of ink, digital and water-colour illustrations inspired by celestial objects and astrology, at Cartoon Art Gallery, Al Quoz, last day. + cartoonartgallery.org
Midnight Brunch
Start off with an urban brunch concept, with unlimited food and beverages at Dh299 per person plus live show. Music by DJ Jack. At Cavalli Club, Fairmont Hotel. Doors open at 8.30pm. Call 050-9910400. + cavalliclubdubai.com
Register for Art & Cheese Reception
A monthly themed special event focusing on specific artists or styles of art. This month, beeswax candles with candle designer, Kelly Marciano, taking place on August 25, from 1-10pm. Free entry and no registrations required. Also, avail a 30 per cent discount on handcrafted candles at the event. At Okapi Gallery, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Business Bay. Call 055-3560829. + okapigallery.com
Lads Night
Offer for the boys, get a choice of three dishes or a burger and a beverage for Dh99. Also, buyone-get-one-free on beverages from 5-8pm, as well as free pool all night, at Q43 Dubai, Media One Hotel, Call 04-4435403
Ladies night
Ladies get free beverages from the selection of house beverages when accompanied by gentlemen. Every Wednesday, at D70 Bar, Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, 7-8pm and midnight to 2am. Reservations required. Call 04-7028888
Bella Wednesdays
Ladies, time to flaunt your figure from sunrise to midnight. Whether you’re in beachwear
or smart casual, dance with the ripple, the resident DJs Carlos and Gary spin relaxing tunes throughout the day. Two-for-one day pass for ladies and three free house beverages, every Wednesday, at Riva Beach Club, The Shoreline, Palm Jumeirah, 7am to midnight. + riva-beach.com
Feel Gorgeous
Ladies night, two free beverages alongside a shared cheese
board, at Grapeskin, La Ville Hotel & Suites City Walk, 8-11pm. Throughout the month of August, ladies who visit Grapeskin on Wednesday’s will automatically enter a draw to win a painting from Lumas Art Gallery, worth over Dh5,000. Happy hours from 6-8pm. Call 04-4033111