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What's On
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
5 things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: May 12 to 15
New week, new list… From wellness to cocktails to restaurants, it's all here in typical What's On fashion. Here are 5 things to do in Abu Dhabi this week. Monday, May 12 Experience redefined mall dining With a 40-year legacy of signature Italian dishes behind it, New York-born Mezzaluna brings its delicious flavours and a warm ambiance to Yas Mall. Ingredients such as San Marzano tomatoes and fresh buffalo mozzarella with milk sourced from southern Italy ensure this is a menu you must explore at the first opportunity. Take in the stunning interiors while you're at it. Mezzaluna, Yas Mall, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 10am to 11pm. @ Tuesday, May 13 Rejuvenate at Anantara Spa Treat yourself with a Moroccan Hammam ritual at Anantara Spa this week – it'll go so much further when you're immersed in the peerless tranquility of the Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat in Ghantoot. Dhs400, Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Reatreat, Ghantoot, Abu Dhabi, 10am to 10pm. @anantarasantorini Celebrate World Cocktail Day At luxe bubbly bar and lounge, Perlage. They're joining hands with Red Room from Connaught, London, with guest mixologists Clément Gosselin and Francesco Lanfranchini pushing the envelope in a bold collaboration this Tuesday, May 13 from 8pm onwards. This sultry speakeasy launched in late 2023, and in almost planned fashion, has gained momentum to become a sleeper hit in the capital. It's luxurious, it's elegant, and it's right out of a noir motion picture. Perlage, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, Tuesday May 13, 8pm onwards. Tel: (0)58 288 8164. @barperlageae Wednesday, May 14 Indulge in a terrific Tomahawk experience At the Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal's Forge, experience culinary excellence every Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Forge with their incredible Tomahawk Experience. Delight in premium cuts of Tomahawk steak, expertly grilled to perfection and served in the sophisticated ambiance of The Forge. Make no mistake about it, every course of this experience is one to savour. The Forge, Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi, Wednesdays 6pm to 11pm. @ritzcarltonabudhabi Thursday, May 15 Wellness by the beach is what you need Find your flow this Thursday morning, during a Supersculpt outdoor yoga session led by instructor Saoirse Correia and powered by beats from DJ Cookie, at Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa. Then follow it up with an invigorating ice-bath session, and brunch. Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa, Al Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi, Thursday, 9.30am, Dhs100 onwards. Tel: (0)56 358 4458. @fahidbcbybarbossa > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
What's On
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
8 great things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: May 2 to 4
You May want to check this list out… Month number cinco is here, as is a brand new weekend. On that note, here are 8 things to do in Abu Dhabi. Friday, May 2 Laugh it up with Kevin Hart Former Chief Island Officer, Kevin Hart makes his return to Yas Island this Friday, bringing his comedic genius and unique style of stand-up to the Etihad Arena once again. The Emmy and Grammy-nominated comedian is also a very successful actor, and is one of the biggest names in Hollywood thanks to his starring roles in films including Central Intelligence, Jumanji and The Secret Life of Pets . He's just as famous for his equation with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson on social media. Tickets start from Dhs295 and are available via Talk business at La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi's business lunch menu is one to watch out for, with seasonal ingredients and fresh products from Europe that land on your plate right here in the capital. Choose from the Le Petit Menu at Dhs135, a quick two-course option with one starter and a main course, or the more indulgent Le Grand Menu, which features two starters, a main, and a delicious dessert. Each table is also served a mixed-leaf salad with an iconic tomato set, allowing guests to customise their tomato salad to complement their meal. La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Mon to Fri noon to 3.30pm, Dhs135 Le Petit Menu, Dhs180 Le Grand Menu. Tel: (0)2 692 9600, @lpmabudhabi Grab dinner at the all-new Mezzaluna Bringing its 40-year legacy of signature Italian dishes to Abu Dhabi is New York-born Mezzaluna, whose delicious flavours and warm ambiance arrived at Yas Mall only months ago. Ingredients such as San Marzano tomatoes and fresh buffalo mozzarella with milk sourced from southern Italy ensure this is a menu you must check out at the first opportunity. Take in the stunning interiors while you're at it. Mezzaluna, Yas Mall, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 10am to 11pm. @ Saturday, May 3 Treat your senses at an all-new evening brunch Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar's grand new sensory brunch is a reimagined Saturday evening experience, where classy dining meets immersive entertainment. With iconic views of Yas Bay, enjoy a curated menu with signature cocktails and lively performances. Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar, Yas Bay, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Saturdays 7pm to 11pm, Dhs259 soft, Dhs359 house, Dhs459 sparkling. @siddhartalounge_abudhabi It's time to SAMBA Abu Dhabi diners can now enjoy the signature SUSHISAMBA experience during the day, with lunch served from 12.30pm to 3.30pm every Saturday. Located at Podium 1 of Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, the restaurant offers an escape into flavour, culture, and creativity. You can expect a menu that includes crowd-favourites such as the Wagyu Dhabi Roll, Black Cod, and the SAMBA ceviche platter, alongside crispy yellowtail taquitos and a striking array of sushi rolls and sashimi. That's only the beginning, head down to find out more. SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, Saturdays 12.30pm to 3.30pm. Tel: (0)2 811 5882. @sushisambaabudhabi And for those Italian flavours, it's Paradiso We're taking you on a flavour-packed trip around the globe today, aren't we? Mediterranean vibes with Italian flair await at trendy Paradiso, with dishes such as buttery grilled king prawns, truffle pizza or agnolotti bursting with a creamy mix of ricotta and pumpkins. Save room for the grand finale – a scrumptious pannacotta adorned with Madagascar vanilla, apricots and caramelised almonds. Yas Bay Waterfront, Sat and Sun, 1pm to 4pm, Dhs250 soft, Dhs350 house, Dhs450 sparkling. Tel: (0)50 437 2869. @paradisoabudhabi Sunday, May 4 Check out an exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi If you haven't caught Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power at Louvre Abu Dhabi yet, there's good news, folks: the exhibition is now available to visit until June 8. Experience this groundbreaking exploration of African artistic heritage in a first of its kind exhibition that presents over 350 exceptional artworks from the 11th to the 21st centuries. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, until June 8, Dhs65. There's an Eclipse this weekend… …I'm talking about the lovely rooftop poolside bar of the Four Seasons Abu Dhabi. Enjoy the sunset while you sip on beverages and tuck into creative bar bites with gorgeous views of Al Maryah Island and Abu Dhabi, as you celebrate the weekend in style. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, noon to 11.30pm. @fsabudhabi
Axios
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Monday Munchies: Lovely pasta dinners at Mezzaluna
Bentonville's latest must-try dinner spot had me at mozzarella. 🇮🇹 The intrigue: Downtown Bentonville isn't short on good food or upscale restaurants, but there was room for Mezzaluna Pasteria & Mozzarella Bar, an elevated Italian restaurant serving pasta made in-house. 👏 Pro tip: Plan to go all out here. Take a date or bring a group of friends and order something off the mozzarella bar, shareable appetizers, pasta dishes, drinks and dessert. It's a special place where everything is worth trying, and you should. 🍝 What to try: The signature Mezzaluna Di Zucca ($25), butternut squash-stuffed ravioli in a brown butter sauce, was the star as the dish's slightly sweet butternut squash flavors shined. A more classic dish, the Spaghetti Alla Carbonara ($25) with pancetta and parmesan, was comfort at its finest. 🧀 For starters: The mozzarella bar is featured in the restaurant name for a reason. A whole section of the menu is dedicated to small plates with fresh mozzarella front and center. I went with the Prosciutto Di Parama ($19) and happily paired my taste of mozzarella with proscitto, roasted pear, arugula and pine nuts. I really wanted a pasta entrée, so I was happy to see a smaller version of the gnocchi in a brown butter sauce ($15) on the antipasti menu for me to sample. Highly recommend if you need to feed your potato dumpling fix. 🍹 Onto drinks and dessert: There's nothing wrong with sticking with your favorite wine to accompany your pasta, but consider sipping one of Mezzaluna's speciality gin and tonics, like the blood orange or the Sicilian lemon. 🍨 End the night with gelato. Get three scoops of any of the nine flavors for $10. Yes, they have Nutella.
What's On
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
9 things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: March 14 to 16
Mid-March vibes… With new openings and Ramadan-themed activities, there isn't a second of boredom in the capital. Here are 9 things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Friday, March 14 credit: Platinumlist And you'll want to experience it ASAP. Joining the fancy strip of restaurants at Marsa Al Bateen is the aesthetically pleasing Public, which arrives in town after wowing diners with several successful locations in neighbouring Dubai. While its bright lights and cool-as-ice, street-style art will draw you in, it's the menu that will have you grabbing a table (and planning future trips). Try their handmade pizzas, crazy truffle pasta, tiramisu, and more, plus mocktails like the Italian Passion . Public, Marsa Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, 9am to 1am daily. @public Experience a Majlis…by the Sea Located by the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, this palatial address on the edge of the Abu Dhabi Corniche always puts on a spectacular iftar spread, with this year being no different. In addition to all of the gourmet live stations and expansive seating areas, this year diners can look forward to pop-ups from the hotel's acclaimed eateries – including Michelin-starred Talea, Hakkasan, and newly opened Strawfire. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, sunset to 8.30pm, Dhs355. Tel: (0)2 690 9000. @mo_emiratespalace Check out Abu Dhabi Mall's Ramadan Village Located in the mall's main atrium with a Ramadan Majlis, you can enjoy traditional hospitality, live entertainment and traditional Oud and Qanun performances, plus traditional Tanoura shows on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays after Iftar. Additionally, there will also be everyone's favourite Ramadan Souq running from 1pm to midnight Sunday to Thursday and 1pm to 1am on Friday and Saturday, so you can enjoy a range of traditional products, seasonal favourites and handmade crafts. For every Dhs200 spent, you'll be able to redeem your invoices for scratch cards from March 1 to April 6, with the chance to win more than 2000 instant vouchers valued from Dhs100 to Dhs5000. @abudhabimall Saturday, March 15 Manarat Al Saadiyat has brought an exciting Ramadan Arcade to town, and you'll be able to celebrate the spirit of togetherness in this modern setting which features a fan-favourite mix of arcade and board games, tournaments, live instrumental performances, a comedy show, art installations, and creative workshops. Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, March 15 to 25, 9pm to 2am. Head to the all-new Mezzaluna Bringing its 40-year legacy of signature Italian dishes to Abu Dhabi is New York-born Mezzaluna, whose delicious flavours and warm ambiance arrived at Yas Mall only weeks ago. Ingredients such as San Marzano tomatoes and fresh buffalo mozzarella with milk sourced from southern Italy ensure this is a menu you must check out at the first opportunity. Take in the stunning interiors while you're at it. Mezzaluna, Yas Mall, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. @ Discover the beauty of the Abrahamic Family House Abu Dhabi's Abrahamic Family House is one of the capital's must-visit mega projects, and it holds places of worship for the three Abrahamic religions. This Saadiyat Island-housed symbol of love, tolerance and peace is open to the public, free of charge. Just make sure you book in advance to secure a spot, so you can experience the three individual sites of worship, a mosque, a church and a synagogue, as well as the peace garden and a Document on Human Fraternity, signed by Pope Francis and Grand Imam Ahmed Al-Tayeb. Abrahamic Family House, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. Tues to Sun 10am to 5pm. Tel: (0)2 657 5900. @abrahamicfh Sunday, March 16 AVLU Greek & Turkish Cuisine is now open to you at Yas Mall, and this is a great new spot to immerse yourself in the rich flavours and warm hospitality of the Aegean region. From freshly caught seafood to slow-cooked meats, dishes on the menu are crafted with locally-sourced ingredients, blending traditional Greek and Turkish flavors. Did we mention the warm, homely interiors? AVLU, Yas Mall, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 9am to 10.30pm. @ Be one with nature at Al Ain Zoo It's no secret the warmer months are almost here, so you'll want to get out while it's still pleasant out. Head to the largest zoo in the Middle East, which houses an enormous collection of snakes, reptiles, deer, exotic birds, and more. You can even feed lions, enjoy a mountain biking experience around the zoo, take part in a lemur walk, or have breakfast with their giraffes. Adding to your unforgettable Al Ain Zoo experience are several restaurants, cafes and shops. Al Ain Zoo, Nahyan the First St, Abu Dhabi, 9am to 6pm daily, Dhs31 adults, Dhs10 children. @alainzoouae Explore a flavour-packed eat on Al Maryah Island Celebrity Chef Kunal Kapur, of Masterchef India fame, brought Pincode to The Galleria Al Maryah Island towards the end of last year, and this spot boasts a menu of authentic flavours and stunning interiors. Head over to one of Abu Dhabi's leading dining and lifestyle destinations to see What's On at this exciting new restaurant. Pincode, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, Sun to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri and Sat 10am to midnight. Tel: (0)2 234 0111. @
What's On
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Mezzaluna restaurant has arrived at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi
When's the last time you enjoyed authentic Italian dining in a mall? You might've heard us say this prior, and we'll say it again – because it is now an established fact: Abu Dhabi never tires of a good Italian eat. The capital's portfolio of authentic Italian concepts is positioned uniquely such that the competition is stiff, and yet, there's room for every player in the game. Several of these have arrived after much globetrotting – including Mezzaluna. Images: supplied Mezzaluna restaurant arrives in Abu Dhabi by way of 9 successful outlets in Istanbul, but its origins lie in the Big Apple. Over four flavour-filled decades, the brand's perfected signature Italian cuisine, with ingredients like luscious San Marzano tomatoes and fresh buffalo mozzarella with milk sourced from Italy ensuring there are no compromises on authenticity, especially in a marketplace that's constantly striving for ways to innovate and refresh. Make your plans well in advance or segway into this dining space after an afternoon of retail therapy. The restaurant is relaxed yet refined – and they successfully scrap the narrative that a trip to the mall must end in a tray of greasy quick-service indulgence. You can opt to either plop down in a cosy corner and people-watch, or take up one of their longer tables topped with Amalfi lemon-inspired design and homely tiling. Let your eyes wander to their theatrical kitchen and dedicated Dolci counter, while you absorb the restaurant's earthy tones and polished wooden accents. When it's time to feast on Mezzaluna's flavours, your dishes arrive on smooth, handmade crockery. Mezzaluna translates to 'half-moon' – something that's expressed subtly, yet strikingly throughout your dining experience. Then, there are all the Italian essentials: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic from Modena, Amalfi lemons, and art inspired by lemons, that greet you from the second you walk in. Now that we've drawled on sufficiently about everything but, let's dive in to the menu at Mezzaluna. Begin your meal with an antipasti freddi, of the burrata with grilled veggies and basil pesto. Basic? Maybe. Plain? Anything but. These fresh twists of cheese are a must-try at Mezzaluna, who do an impeccable job with what's often perceived as a basic Italian starter. It'll also prime you for hot starters such as the crocchette di pollo e funghi – fresh chicken and mushroom croquettes, served with a simple tomato sauce. You wouldn't be tasting the flavours of southern Italy if you opted to forgo a seafood dish here. Fret not, because the grilled calamari and prawns with chilli, garlic, and lemon dressing are the ideal main, and so fresh you'll 'taste the sea' as you bite into this dish. And then there's dishes as classic as the margherita, that they do so well. With San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte and basil, the simplicity of this global favourite remains uncompromised, while you let Mezzaluna serve you their spin on it. Our Dolci pick? A slab of the classic tiramisu – obviously – styled with an eponymous half-moon style sprinkling of cocoa powder. Down it with a single shot of espresso, and mall dining doesn't get much better than this. What's On verdict: Elevating a mall dining experience was always going to be tricky – until Mezzaluna arrived on the scene, that is. Mezzaluna, Yas Mall, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. @
