sign up for Dim Sum classes (H)sign up to learn the art of dim sum, including the history, evolution and diversity of the Asian delicacy. Food lovers and aspiring chefs will find the class insightful as well as flavourful as the Vietnamese chef Ta Van takes students throught he art of creating five traditional varieties of dim sum, both sweet and savoury. September 25, 4-7pm, Dh425, Blue Jade, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, register at 04 318 6105, dine.dubai@ritzcarlton.com
see the exhibition Islamic Art Splendour 2013 with more than 30 works by artists from Ukraine, India, Iraq, Pakistan and Mauritius that reflect the spirit of the Middle East region and its religious heritage under the themes of Quranic art, calligraphy and Arabesque. Ahmedia Art Gallery, Near Al Ras Metro Station, Deira Heritage Area, Dubai, 04 225 0085, www.artgalleryahmedia.com
sign up the man in your life to attend the Essential Gentleman's Etiquette Workshop led by one of the UK's top etiquette and protocol advisors, William Hanson, who has collaborated with the UK costume drama Downton Abbey. The course is to British Royal Standards and includes dealing with correspondence, social media, cutlery and glassware, eating unfamiliar foods, the art of small talk and grooming. September 7, from 9.30am-5pm, Dh1,300, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai Marina, www.theenglishmanner.ae
find everything you need for your special day at Bride Club ME, including tips, details about vendors, events, fashion, beauty, inspiration, photographers, real weddings, venues, reviews, and even a forum where you can share wedding ideas with other brides. www.brideclubme.com
check out Wing Zone, the new American restaurant serving Buffalo wings, chicken tenders, fried shrimp with 12 different flavours, plus burgers, salads and even party platters for dine in, delivery and takeout. Sun & Sky Tower, Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, www.wingzoneuae.com, 02 644 4223
