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Begone traffic, begone… Some major traffic news for you this Monday morning – two new major bridges have been opened by the RTA as part of the Garn Al Sabkha – Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project. This […]

The cosmic event signifies the start of astronomical autumn… The UAE’s Autumnal (or September) Equinox is set to fall on Monday September 23. What is the Autumnal Equinox? There are two equinoxes each year, one in March – the Vernal […]

We get the long lines in waiting… Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant is the true picture of a family owned, family run establishment. The owners, three brothers, are on the floor themselves, walkie talkies dangling from their hips as they navigate the […]

The perfect amount of time for a mini break… We may be three-quarters of the way through the year now but – it’s a comforting thought that there are still a few public holidays left for us to look forward […]

We caught up with Palestinian chef-owner Salam Dakkak at her new Dubai restaurant, Sufret Maryam… Walk through the olive-hued double doors, and the first thing to catch your eye is a mesmerising portrait of chef-owner Salam Dakkak’s mother, Maryam – […]

He’ll be Livin La Vida Local at the end of this year… If you looked at the UAE’s gig calendar for 2024, you could almost be forgiven for thinking you woke up in 2004. But the only fashion that never […]

Dive in… Looking for a staycation in Abu Dhabi with a little added wow factor? Perhaps your main focus for a getaway is one that comes with plenty of privacy. Then an Abu Dhabi hotel with private pool suites and […]

Dubai stands apart for many reasons, such as luxury living, modern skyscrapers, and standing-apart attractions. Among the various ways one can relish this luxury, renting a yacht appears to be one of the most thrilling methods. A yacht booking in […]

It’s the last dance at Hudayriyat… Boogie Box have been throwing parties around the UAE for the last 15 years, and this November, they’re bringing their final festival to the capital. So, mark your calendars for a 15-hour party on […]

Weekday lunches, special cocktails, a running club and more… Happy new week, Dubai. If you’re looking for things to do, then there’s plenty happening across the city. Whether you’re returning to an alfresco restaurant, sipping cocktails with the girls, or […]