5 things to do today: see the exhibition Italian Bites and visit Bride Abu Dhabi

Our daily round up of things to do. See the exhibition Italian Bites, visit Bride Abu Dhabi on opening day, attend a talk as part of Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series, have afternoon tea at Karat, and try the dishes at the newly opened Asia de Cuba.

Rosso San Marco. Courtesy Swiss Art Gate UAE

See the exhibition Italian Bites. Swiss Art Gate UAE together with Emirates Palace presents a showcase of the latest paintings by the Italian artist and designer Guido Bottazzo.

From 12.30pm to 7pm, Emirates Palace, Mezzaluna restaurant, Abu Dhabi, 050 225 1783, www.swissartgateuae.com

Visit Bride Abu Dhabi on opening day. Top industry exhibitors profile everything a bride could dream of when planning for her wedding day, plus home appliances, entertainment products, haute couture, jewellery, a VIP lounge with pampering sessions and more.

From 3pm to 11pm, from Dh35, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, 30th Street (Khaleej Al Arabi) www.thebrideshow.com

Attend James Ivory Talks: Miniature Paintings and Films. As part of the Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series, the ­filmmaker and art collector will speak about his collection of Indian miniature paintings, which are now part of the Louvre Abu Dhabi's permanent collection. It will be followed by Ivory's film ­Hullabaloo Over ­Georgie and Bonnie's Pictures. From 6.30pm to 7.30pm for the talk; 7.30pm to 9pm for the film screening, free, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 657 5800, register at [e-mail]

Rejuvenate your senses by indulging in afternoon tea at Karat, which offers healthy, energising bites and a range of teas.

From 3pm to 6pm, Dh125, Karat, The Address Dubai Mall, Dubai, reservations at 04 888 3444, [e-mail]

Try the dishes at the newly opened Asia de Cuba, which blends a vibrant, upbeat atmosphere with an innovative menu featuring signature ­Chinese-Latino cuisine. Nation Riviera Beach Club, Corniche, Abu Dhabi, 02 699 3333, [e-mail]