Go wild for the camera

Fancy having your very own photography skills feature as part of a zoo’s calendar for 2013?

Well, get snapping for Al Ain Zoo’s new Photogra­phy Contest. Entries are invited in categories such as mammals, birds, reptiles, plants, people and places. Submit 10 photos to win prizes and the chance of seeing your creative genius in print. A portion of the sales of the calendar go to the zoo’s conservation projects too. To enter, visit www.alain zoo.ae

HUDDLE UP!

Transport yourself instantly to Russia’s iconic capital city as the Huddle Sports Bar and Grill launches Moscow Mondays at the Citymax Bur Dubai. Expect a live band, traditional Russian music, belly dancing and a two-course set dinner complete with a signature Russian beverage, which will all be served to you by staff adorned in fur coats. Every Monday from 9pm, Citymax Bur Dubai. For more details call 04 407 8000

FISHY FEAST AT CRUDO BAR

Seafood lovers need look no further than the 44th floor of the Grosvenor House hotel and the new delights on offer at Crudo Bar. Dine on a dazzlingly succulent array of raw, marinated and smoked seafood including tuna, lobster, salmon and fresh oysters. Not only that, but there’s also a selection of caviar from the Caspian Sea to gorge on, all served by chefs expertly working away behind the esta­bli­sh­ment’s suitably decadent oval-shaped bar. For reserv­ations visit www.grosvenorhouse-dubai.com

JOLLY GOOD FUN

Patriotic revellers have the chance to salute the Patron Saint of England as part of St George’s Day celebrat­ions today. Grab the red and white face paint in ode to the knight who, accord­ing to the myth, famously slayed a dragon and salute all things English at Abu Dhabi Golf Club. There’s a variety of Engl­ish fare on offer and discou­nted drinks. For information, call 02 558 8990 or email info@adgolfclub.com