The festive menu at Anatolia Turkish Grill. Courtesy Anatolia Turkish Grill
The festive menu at Anatolia Turkish Grill. Courtesy Anatolia Turkish Grill
The festive menu at Anatolia Turkish Grill. Courtesy Anatolia Turkish Grill
The festive menu at Anatolia Turkish Grill. Courtesy Anatolia Turkish Grill

Five things to do today: Sample the Festive Treat menu at Anatolia Turkish Grill


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Enjoy the Festive Treat menu at Anatolia Turkish Grill, with a set menu for two featuring a whole roast chicken, ­bulgur, vegetables, rice and baby potatoes, plus a variety of indulgent Turkish ­desserts. From Dh215, Anatolia Turkish Grill, Ibn Battuta Mall at China Gardens and Mirdif City Centre's Central Galleria, 04 435 6300

Take the family to Silk Route for a memorable Christmas brunch. Choose from among many delicious festive offerings that are sure to please your loved ones. From noon to 3pm, from Dh159, kids below age 6 dine for free, Holiday Inn, Abu Dhabi, 31st Street, between 2nd (Airport) and 4th (Muroor) streets, Abu Dhabi, 02 657 4856, fnb.hiabudhabi@ihg.com

Enter a competition to design a logo and poster to celebrate Alliance Française Abu Dhabi's 40th anniversary in 2014. Amateur and professional designers can enter. The winner will receive a prize, plus the logo will be used throughout the year. The deadline is January 15. Send your logo along with your name and phone number to culture@afabudhabi.org

Plan

to ring in the new year at N’Dulge Club and enjoy a show by Vanilla Ice, who is scheduled to perform his hits, including Ice Ice Baby. The DJs David Craig and Dean Curtis will keep the party going with great music in the arena and on the terrace. December 31, doors open at 7pm, from Dh300, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai,

Book your place for new year at St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, with a gala dinner in The Regal Ballroom with an international buffet, a nine-piece band and fireworks on the sea-view terrace. 02 498 8888.

* Compiled by Ellen Fortini

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