The best of Abu Dhabi this weekend: June 3 to 5
Brunches, weekend breakfasts and leisurely spa days all add up to one memorable weekend in the capital.
Thursday 3 June 2021
Have a golden treatment at EDITION Spa, The Abu Dhabi EDITION
The Golden Body Treatment at EDITION Spa (AED 475) includes an invigorating exfoliation with a golden sugar scrub and a soothing massage with fragrant oil enriched gold particles to leave the body soothed, hydrated and radiant. If you’d prefer a gold facial, The KNESKO Gold Facial includes a choice of 30-minute KNESKO Nano Gold Repair or KNESKO Diamond Radiance mask and a nourishing hand treatment (AED 500). Available daily, from 10am to 10pm.
GO: Visit www.editionhotels.com or call (0)2 208 0000 for reservations and more information.
Indulge in summer sundowners at Punjab Grill, Venetian Village
Perfect for friends and colleagues, the new sundowner deal at trendy Indian restaurant Punjab Grill includes bar bites and free-flowing house beverages for three hours. Expect Peanut Masala, Papads, Crudites and Condiments, Onion Bhajia and Fish Thepla Tacos, either indoors or on the terrace overlooking the canal. Weekdays, from 4pm to 7pm. AED 200 per person.
GO: Call (0)50 668 3054 for reservations and more information.
Friday 4 June 2021
Relaxing weekend breakfasts at Medi Terra, Marsa Al Bateen
Enjoy a relaxing weekend breakfast by the water with the new rise and shine deal at Medi Terra. Start the day with a breakfast dish, plus a healthy juice and a cup of freshly brewed coffee. Healthy options on the menu include truffle hollandaise eggs Benedict, the Medi Terra breakfast, French toast, fluffy berry pancakes and grilled cheese. For something lighter, there’s açaí bowls and granola. Fridays and Saturdays, from 10am to 12pm. AED 90 per person.
GO: Call (0)2 633 6366 for reservations and more information.
Meat People Friday Brunch at Butcher & Still at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
Indulge in a Stateside celebration crafted by chefs Marshall Roth and Pankaj Bisht every Friday. Highlights from the menu include Shrimp Cocktail, Fin de Claire Oysters, and BBQ Smoked Chicken Wings. Followed by sizzling steaks on the signature butcher block with USDA Prime Kansas City Striploin, Southern Fried Chicken, and French toast. To finish, expect a decadent array of desserts, including rich Red Velvet and homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies topped with vanilla ice cream. Fridays from 1pm to 4pm. AED 250 (food only), AED 330 (house beverages) and AED 430 (bubbles).
GO: Call (0)2 333 2222 for reservations and more information.
Saturday 5 June 2021
Dumpling Teatime at Sontaya, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
Sample authentic dumplings and light bites, accompanied by hot and iced teas and concluding with a platter of desserts. The spread includes Shrimp Dumplings, Scallop Gyoza, Thai chicken or Vegetable Dumplings, Thai Money Bags, Crab Roll Salad, Peking Duck and Tuna Tartar. Saturdays, from 2pm to 5pm. AED 195 per person.
GO: Email restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or call (0)2 498 8888 for reservations and more information.
Mad For Mussels at Back Yard Bistro, World Trade Centre
Head to Back Yard Bistro every Saturday and enjoy its exclusive offer for mussel lovers. The restaurant offers an all you can eat mussel promotion on Saturdays with four flavours to choose from. Available all day Saturday. AED 149 (unlimited mussels and two glasses of hops or grapes) AED 179 (unlimited mussels and two hours of unlimited beverages).
GO: Visit www.byb-abudhabi.com or call (0)50 114 3666 for reservations and more information.
