what’s on in the UAE
Abu Dhabi Yas Bike Day
Bring your bike and take it for a spin at the Yas Marina South Circuit. Enjoy the performance of your motorbike in a controlled environment, that provides an opportunity to receive coaching and technical tips from instructors to improve your riding technique. Registration 7.30-8.30pm, track time from 9pm to midnight. Dh590. Also, drag race enthusiasts can catch the action from 8pm to midnight, spectator entry Dh25. Those who want to unleash the power of their tuned cars to the test, can do so for Dh280.
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Chinese Golden Week
Mark the founding of the Republic of China in October 1949 at Hakkasan, Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, offering a menu featuring authentic Cantonese dishes with a golden twist and designed by Michelinstarred Executive Chef Tong Chee Hwee. The three-course menu is priced at Dh398 per person, for a minimum of two guests, available until Sunday. Call 02-6907739
South African Food Festival
Celebrated chef Martha William will take over the kitchen by hosting a special menu that celebrates the culinary roots of the Cape Malay community, at Vasco’s Restaurant, Hilton Abu Dhabi. Open for lunch and dinner, available until Saturday. Call 02-6924247
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pink Caravan is supporting International Breast Cancer Awareness month offering free breast cancer screenings, at The Galleria on Al Maryah Island, until Sunday. Exclusive artwork by Emirati female figure, Leila Al Marashi used on a collection of tote bags, will also be distributed to participants as a token.
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Dubai Style Station The Outlet Village is kicking off the new season with the launch of its Style Station, an interactive venue that hosts
four weekends of fashion, beauty, interior design, food, fitness and health workshops and masterclasses. Located at Piazza del Popolo, it will offer shoppers a virtual style pod, a stylised display at the fashion incubator section and a creative crafts area for children.
Free Meditation Session
Pratimoksha — Enlighten Yoga Centre in Oud Metha is hosting Mumbai-based author, certified clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner and life coach Prameela Sreemangalam (pictured), attend her free meditation session from 6.30-7.30pm today. She is also hosting a three-day
Masters’ Practitioner course, from tomorrow to Sunday, 9am6pm. Registration is mandatory. Call 04-3300143
Black
The unique musical troupe of differently abled people perform live hindi songs at Crowne Plaza Hotel Shaikh Zayed Road, 8.30pm.
Call 04-3373724
Free Coffee
To celebrate the second anniversary of Arrows and Sparrows, they are giving away free coffee to customers today. Located in Emaar Business Park in The Greens, drop in between 8am and 10pm for the free brew. + facebook.com/ arrowsparrows
Free Health Screenings
Health awareness campaign offering free cardio-health screenings for women, at City Centre Al Shindagha, 10am -10pm, until Saturday. Also, at Matajer Al Juraina from 10am to
10pm today and Saturday and Friday from 2-10pm. Helter Skelter feat Purple Disco Machine
Zero Gravity’s new season of international DJs kicks off with the remix man bringing some deep house funk. Also, experience the world of all things fairground and join the ringmaster, with its carnival atmosphere, rides and games such as ping pong, giant jenga, connect 4 and arcade games. All-inclusive evening brunch takes place in the garden and is available from 8pm to midnight. + o-gravity.ae
Queens-land ladies Night
Australian fun themed ladies night, girls get royal treatment with four beverages and a feast for Dh85. At Yalumba, Le Meridien Dubai, 7pm. + yalumbadubai.com
Lyfe Less Ordinary
DJ Cruz headlines the night at Base Dubai, Dubai Design District. Free beverages for ladies all night. Doors open at 10pm. Call 055-3134999