Who? Gourmet Abu Dhabi
What? The 5th Gourmet Abu Dhabi returns to the city again this year. As one of the biggest food festivals in the UAE, it focuses on haute cuisine. There will be chef demonstrations, gourmet dinners, and themed events set around the city. Ticket prices vary according to events.
When? 5th to 20th February
Where? In various locations around Abu Dhabi
How? For more information, visit www.gourmetabudhabi.ae
Who? Lefay Resort & Spa What? To help counter sleep disorders, Lefay Resort & Spa on Lake Garda has introduced a new five-day sleep programme, which will be tailored to individual guests. There will be a combination of massages, aroma-hydrotherapy sessions and moxa treatments. The five night sleep therapy programme will cost £1,873 and includes all treatments, meals and use of pools and saunas. When? Available now Where? Via Angelo Feltrinelli, 118 25084 Gargnano Province of Brescia, Italy How? To book online at www.lefayresorts.com Fly via KLM
Who? BrewDog What? Scotland’s largest independent brewery BrewDog has recently opened the doors to their Florence outpost. This marks the first craft beer bar in Italy and is the brewery’s fourth international launch this year. The new bar has capacity for 70 people and will have 12 beers on tap, including guest beers. The venue will also feature live music at the weekends as well as regular beer tastings. When? Open now Where? Via Faenza 21r, Firenze 50123, Italy How? For more information, see www.brewdog.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Reykjavik International Film Festival (RIFF) What? Each year, film lovers flock to Reykjavik for its International Film Festival. The 10 day even features a mix of films and documentaries, shown in unexpected locations. Expect to be surprised in a swimming pool, at the director’s house or inside a volcanic lava cave. When? 26th September to 6th October Where? Various venues in Reykjavik How? Visit en.riff.is for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Sonny’s Kitchen What? Since Phil Howard of the two Michelin-starred The Square took over Sonny’s Kitchen, the team has been slowly breathing life back into this Barnes favourite. Gone are the plates of boring vegetables. Instead, you will find foie gras and chicken liver parfait, wild mushroom croustillant and roasted stone bass. But, there’s nothing stuffy about the place and it’s still a local mainstay. When? Open now Where? 94 Church Rd, Barnes, London SW13 0DQ How? For reservations call 0208 7480 393
Who? Orcaella What? Orient-Express’ new luxury river cruiser Orcaella will be making its début journey from Mandalay with an 11 night cruise. Orcaella will be sailing up the Chindwin River, passing Thanbodday Pagoda, Bodhi Tataung and Kalay. Prices start from £3,660 per person including all meals onboard, excursions, transfers and domestic flights. When? From 22nd July Where? Depart from Mandalay, Myamar How? Visit www.orcaella.net for more information
Who? The Dolder Grand What? Need a butler? The Dolder Grand have four dedicated butlers on hand as they launch their new Butler Service this month. The butlers are on-call daily from 7am to 11pm to help you unpack bags, iron clothes, clean shoes and cater to your food and drink needs. They’ll also be able to organise transfers and activities within the hotel and beyond. What a joy. When? Available now Where? The Dolder Grand, Kurhausstrasse 65, 8032 Zürich, Switzerland How? For more information, see www.thedoldergrand.com Fly via British Airways
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