Welcome to the weekend! Anyone who tried to get in or out of the Dubai Marina this week will certainly be breathing a sigh of relief. So forget your traffic woes, and celebrate with these delicious and creative picks for the weekend…
ESCAPING INTO THE SCI-FI WORLD OF THE GIVER
Following in the popularity of recent film adaptations of dystopian young adult fiction novels such as The Hunger Games and Divergent, The Giver is the latest Hollywood offering hoping to draw in viewers to a world on the verge of a teen-led revolt. Set in a not too distant future, an isolated and highly regulated community exists in a seemingly utopian state of blissful harmony, but this has come at a cost… With a cast of exceptionally beautiful people and silver screen veterans including Katie Holmes, Alexander Skarsgård, Meryl Streep and Jeff Bridges along newbies Brenton Thwaites and Odeya Rush, this is perfect weekend escapism. Opens tonight (September 18) at all good cinemas.
ENJOYING THE GREAT BRITISH ROAST AT WHEELER’S
It’s not easy reinventing the wheel – the British roast dinner is an institution and as such doesn’t leave much room for interpretation. However, British chef Daniel Lewis, of Wheeler’s of St James Dubai, is not afraid of the challenge. With the new menu Lewis is championing classic contemporary British cuisine as he explains: “I truly believe in working very closely with all of our suppliers to maintain premium quality and also using the best of what is on the market and sustainable at that time.” With dishes like Cornish Crab Salad and Milk Fed Veal Cutlet, we’re already dialing for a reservation. Every Friday and Saturday, Wheeler’s patrons can celebrate The Great British Roast at a special price: Food Celebration Dhs225 per person, or with beverage pairing Dhs375 per person. For reservations call (04) 3860899 or email reservations@wheelersdubai.com.
CHECKING OUT THE SPANISH STREET ART AT THE MINE 
It’s been an exciting week for the culture vultures – Alserkal Avenue Galleries Night on Monday was very well attended and did not disappoint with its varied shows of locals and international art. For those of you who went and were caught up in the rapture, you might have missed a Spanish gem across the road. The Mine, a creative space that hosted street art heavyweights Pose and Revoke, opened Unsanctioned Art a group show curated by American Robert Burt featuring the most prominent names in Barcelona’s street art community. The Mine is open on Saturday from 10am – 6pm.
ONE FOR THE WEEK AT CAFÉ M
Let’s face it, the weekend is never long enough and Sunday always comes too soon. Beat the new week blues by getting your friends together for brand new food and entertainment night – Unplugged and Unlimited Music Mondays. From 6pm every Monday, Café M presents the talented singer and guitarist Adam Johnson to entertain you while you dine. For Dhs165 you can choose two courses from the set menu and help yourself to unlimited beverages until 10pm. For more information visit here.
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