The Roast Easter Brunch

The Roast Easter Brunch

Easter in Dubai is a time for reflection, renewal and most importantly, celebration. What better way to embrace Easter than by gathering with friends at one of the city’s most renowned brunch destinations? The Roast by Bubbalicious at Mina’s Kitchen, offers an unforgettable Easter brunch experience that combines delectable cuisine, lively entertainment and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.… Read the rest

Les Miserables

Les Miserables

The most recent version of Les Miserables is the Arena Spectacular showing at the Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi. This larger-than-life concert production brings Victor Hugo’s epic tale to the stage in a breathtaking new way.

Les Misérables, one of the most beloved and longest-running musicals in the world, is an adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic 1862 novel.… Read the rest

Brunch With The Mantons

Brunch With The Mantons

Far above the city’s shimmer on the 73rd floor of The Address Beach Resort, Mott 32 continues to deliver on atmosphere and allure, this time with an afternoon twist for brunch with the Mantons. My return visit took place during their weekend brunch – an indulgent, table-served affair that fuses the theatrical elegance of the venue with bold Chinese flavors, and yes, the views are still absolutely spellbinding.… Read the rest

Winter in Dubai

Winter in Dubai

Winter in Dubai is that wonderful season. Where the weather is cool enough for walking, swimming and sitting outside. The boats are out and the beaches are busy. Where an evening aperitif in the garden is not only possible but enjoyable and the night might even be cool enough to consider a mulled wine.… Read the rest

September Staycation 

September Staycation

A September Staycation was deemed in order after a month’s worth of weekends spent celebrating a string of birthdays.  Plus, the weather is feeling almost bearable again after another long, hot, Dubai summer.

My husband and I take ourselves off to Le Meridian Mina Seyahi.  All… Read the rest

Surf’s Up

Surf’s Up

Surf’s up despite the glassy morning waters at JBR. Usually we’re here to ski or board but this morning it’s to make waves, literally, and then surf them.

The morning is warm as we head out of Dubai Harbour, around the tip of the Skydive Dubai runway and out into the glassy calm of JBR.… Read the rest

Dubai Food Festival

Hamra Red Snapper

Tonight we celebrate the Dubai Food Festival, joining Chef Haya for her Palestinian Street Food Tour. The tour is organised through the Splidu platform, an online events and booking platform for endlessly delicious experiences.

Our tour’s deliciousness hones Palestine’s diverse tastes and flavors.… Read the rest

A Dubai Holiday

Museum of the Future

A Dubai holiday is a great thing, especially with kids. Most tourists fly by Dubai on a few nights stopover (see stopover itinerary) to or from somewhere else. If you’re prepared to scratch the surface though, there is enough to keep the family going for at least a couple of weeks.… Read the rest