Events for the week
A whole pizza for Dh10
800PIZZA, the oldest homegrown Italian delivery brand in the UAE is celebrating 10 years of successful operations this March. To commemorate the occasion, the chain will be offering any menu pizza at any size for only Dh10 on March 28. Make sure you call their toll free 800 number to enjoy this special offer in Dubai only.
Locations Multiple Cost Dh10 Timings from 11am to 11pm on March 28 Contact 800-74992
Paint ball
Al Forsan International Sports Resort is offering an action-packed day at their indoor paintball facility. There are two themed playing and tournament fields, built by industry leaders in paintball and theme creation. The area is indoors, so you won’t have to worry if it rains. From rescuing a hostage from the rival team to defusing a suitcase bomb under fire or protecting the saloon from the banditos, players can actually immerse themselves in exciting and realistic situations. The overall experience is enhanced by special effects lighting and the tournament field is fully floodlit, allowing the action to continue long into the night.
Location Al Forsan International Sport Resort, Abu Dhabi Cost from Dh90 Timings Daily from 2pm to 11pm Contact 800 25367726
Enroll your kids for Pilates
This 10-week course by Real Pilates promotes correct alignment and healthy joints while building core muscle strength, stability and coordination. The classes are open to any child, boy or girl, aged 7 to 11 at the time of course commencement. Initially, the program will be launched only at Real Pilates JLT.
Location Palm Strip Mall, 1st Floor, Jumeirah Road, Jumeirah 1 Cost From Dh85 per class (packages available) Contact +971 4 345 3228
Restaurants to try
Coya opens in Abu Dhabi
The World-renowned Peruvian restaurant COYA has launched in the Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi as part of The Galleria Dining Collection. The exotic taste of Peru has arrived to the capital and will be serving their famous contemporary Peruvian cuisine with a Latin American flair.
Location Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi Timings Open 7 days a week from 12.30pm to 3.30pm for lunch and 7pm to 11pm for dinner Call 02 3067000
Try the new business lunch at Totora
Totora in DIFC is now serving a business lunch menu for all of DIFC and beyond to enjoy! The three course lunch menu has traditional Peruvian flavours very much alive, in every bite. There is no tastier way to spend your lunch break.
Location DIFC Cost Dh60 for 1 course, Dh80 for 2 courses, Dh100 for 3 courses Timings every Sunday to Thursday from 12pm to 4pm Contact 04 3999666
A very social roast
Marina Social elevates the ultimate British dining experience with a weekly nostalgic journey bringing you a piece of home. If you’ve been reminiscing those long family lunches spent sharing good food over laughs and fun vibes, then Marina Social will be delivering just that. Guests can enjoy an orchestrated in a set menu which includes British classics and Marina Social's signature dishes including the roast sirloin accompanied by Yorkshire pudding, roast Picalou Chicken, BBQ lamb and finishing on a sweet note with sticky toffee pudding and chocolate fondant. Enjoy your feast in the laid back atmosphere of the restaurant, which also extends into the beautiful terrace with jaw dropping views of the marina.
Location Intercontinental Dubai Marina Cost 2 courses for Dh150 or 3 courses for Dh195 Timings Every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm Contact 04 4466664
Nightlife
Tribeca Kitchen + Bar launch new Latin fiesta night
With everything from Latin dancers, live bongo players and even some Reggaeton music (mix of reggae and Latin...yes, it's real!) Latin fiesta is one of those nights where ladies can really let their hair down. Every Tuesday, this night promises great entertainment, succulent dishes and free beverages for ladies between 8pm – 11.30pm. Grab your friends and release the inner Latino.
Location Ocean View Hotel, JBR Cost various Timings every Tuesday night Contact 04 8145923
Sundowners at folly by Nick & Scott
Every day from 5-7pm, head over to folly for sundowners and of course amazing views of the Madinat waterways and Burj Al Arab on the folly terrace. The eclectic and inventive beverage menu is inspired by natural elements – agave, juniper, grain and malt. Providing a fun and social atmosphere, folly’s rooftop is the new go-to place, so come in for a sundowner… or two.
Location Madinat Jumeirah Cost Dh25 per beverage Timings Daily from 5pm to 7pm Contact 04 4308535
Hip-notize launches at Billionaire Mansion
This Thursday and every Thursday after, Billionaire Mansion will launch a new Hip-Hop night with some great beverage offers thrown in for good measure. Billionaire Mansion has made a name for itself for being one of the most luxurious nightlife venues in Dubai and where better to spend your Thursday night? Ladies get to enjoy free beverages until 11pm in the bar before the club opens at midnight, this is a party to tell your friends about!
Location Taj Hotel, Business Bay Timings Every Thursday from 7pm to 3am Contact 04 5103100
Our Secret gem
Check out the latest geek store in Dubai
Put the tech away. Back to Games - a retail-brand and community gaming centre, has opened in Dubai last week.
Head on over to the Times Square Center, and check out a wide variety of ‘table-top games’. Pick up your favourite board game or card game and re-live the good ol’ times before technology ruined social interaction.
Location: Times Square Center, SZR, Dubai Website: www.backtogames.com Facebook: back2games
Cinema nights
Life
Life is a terrifying thriller about a team of scientists aboard the International Space Station whose mission of discovery turns to one of primal fear when they find a rapidly evolving life form that caused extinction on Mars, and now threatens the crew and all life on Earth.
Power Rangers
In this highly-anticipated reboot, a group of high-school kids, who are infused with unique superpowers, harness their abilities in order to save the world.
Phillauri (Hindi)
A young boy is forced to marry a tree if he wants to marry a girl of his choice. However the tree which he gets married to has a ghost named Shashi residing within it as she waits for her lover. Once married to the tree, Shashi starts to follow the boy everywhere.
