Five things to do today: Take advantage of special offers at Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa and try a new menu at Blue Flame restaurant

Plus, eee the exhibition My Universe of Imaginary Creatures by the Saudi Arabian artist Hadil Moufti; book a table for the Abaya Afternoon Tea at The St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort; and take the children to the Costume Design Workshop

Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa is offering special deals to mark the one-year anniversary of the property's renovation. Courtesy Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa

Relax at Oceanic Khorfakkan Resort & Spa with special offers in celebration of the one-year anniversary of the property's renovation, which included a new swimming pool and rooftop spa. Themed dinners at Al Murjan restaurant start from Dh90 and candlelit dinners in a private gazebo from Dh500, plus enjoy a 50 per cent discount on all 60-minute massage treatments at the 360 Spa. Sharjah, 09 238 5111, www.oceanichotel.com

See the exhibition ry the new menu at Blue Flame restaurant. The dishes feature classical techniques with a modern twist, including Angus tenderloin, Welsh lamb chops, Canadian lobster and 24-hour beef short ribs. Blue Flame also offers a cooking pod, where guests can learn the finer skills of food preparation and plating from 7pm. Jumeirah Creekside Hotel, Al Garhoud, Dubai, 04 283 3370, www.jumeirah.com

Book your table for the Abaya Afternoon Tea at The St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, which is hosting an exclusive showcase of abaya designs by Ghizlan Fashion House. Enjoy delectable treats and view the designs by Iman Al Midfa. On May 15, from Dh160, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, reservations at 02 498 8888, [e-mail]

Take the kids to the Costume Design Workshop, where children ages 6-10 will learn to design their own costumes and bring their creations to life on paper using fabric, tissue paper, pastels and ribbons. From 4.30pm to 6pm, free, Maraya Art Centre, Al Qasba, Sharjah, register at 06 556 6555, [e-mail]