By Shereen Shabnam Holidays in this pandemic affected times seem like a dream but Maldives is one country that has ensured we can still have an island holiday safely and has kept thousands of GCC residents sane. Although my recent … Continue reading Shores of Serenity: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi – Maldives
By Shereen Shabnam Set within a tranquil haven in the heart of Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai, Hoi An tempts every Asian cuisine enthusiast with the best delectable Vietnamese dishes served in traditional style on bamboo platters and lotus leaves within an … Continue reading Exceptional Hospitality: Hoi An at Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
Al Bandar Rotana, a luxury five-star hotel in Dubai has been recognized by TripAdvisor, as one of the best tourism establishments of 2021 depending on a range of categories. Very few handpicked hotels are recognized for such a prestigious … Continue reading Al Bandar Rotana endorsed by TripAdvisor as ‘Travellers Choice’ for three consecutive years!
Got summer body goals? We got you. Summer in Dubai is sizzling up with the vibrant new introduction of Catfish Lean; our flavor-packed under 600 Kcal menu validated by an accredited dietician and nutritionist. Catfish Lean will see the introduction of lighter versions of our classic warm balanced bowls, so you can enjoy our signature Jollof flavors in portioned controlled sizes, balanced with plant-powered ingredients, which are built to nourish and satisfy without skimping on the vibrant burst of flavors West African cuisine has to offer. In addition, our fufu bowls will also include low-carb options to pair with our … Continue reading Catfish’s Summer Body Makeover Menu
ZOR at the Pointe on the Palm brings hearty flavours to Dubai By Shereen Shabnam Before the summer heat came upon us, we headed to the Palm Jumeirah to explore the Pointe and sample delicacies at ZOR, which means Excellent! In Uzbek. Sitting outdoors in the evening meant we had front row views of the fountain while dining and enjoy the best mezze in the city with an equally indulgent selection of main courses and desserts. ZOR’s vision is to bring the best of Uzbek food and culture to Dubai on a plate and they stay true to their word. … Continue reading Sumptuous Uzbek cuisine in Dubai
Maknoon marks the majestic arrival of its treasured oil for the first time in UAE. There is olive oil, good olive oil, excellent olive oil and then there is the luxury hand-pressed extra virgin Maknoon olive oil. The name, translated, means cherished and this applies to the olives themselves. Appearing in UAE in March, this oil is a culmination of the passion, dedication and adherence to tradition of the Levant dating back millennia. Some of the trees in the groves are two thousand years old, handed down from generation to generation, bearing the very finest, pure fruit in groves warmed … Continue reading Maknoon – Olive Oil Royalty reaches UAE
Novotel World Trade Centre organised a special evening to launch their roster of activities which will be rolled out throughout the month of Ramadan The mood of the evening was set by the masterpieces created by the artists of Funun Arts. The paintings interpreted the theme, “Sahar: Let’s begin the Holy Month of Ramadan with New Hopes. The event, which brought together partners, social media influencers and members of the media, also launched a series of activities for the Midscale & Economy Brands located in of the Gulf Region for Accor’s lifestyle loyalty program ALL – Accor Live Limitless. ALL … Continue reading Be Limitless this Ramadan with ALL – Accor Live Limitless
Celebrate the holy month of Ramadan enjoying authentic traditional Bahraini dishes at Café Délices, an exquisite Coffee Lounge and Eatery at the Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay, facing the Dubai Water Canal on Al Abraj Street, Business Bay. The cosy restaurant, perfect for visitors seeking an excellent location to unwind over authentic Bahraini cuisine has curated a special Ramadan menu designed to bring friends and loved ones together. The Ramadan Iftar at Café Delices is offered at AED99 per person while the Sohour Set Menus are offered at AED 90 per guest. The Ramadan Ghabgha Snacks Menu at Café Delices … Continue reading Experience authentic Ramadan experiences at Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay
By Shereen Shabnam As one of the few countries currently open to tourists, Maldives has become the best place to be for GCC travellers with no quarantine, well-coordinated safety measures and in-resort PCR testing. We travelled to two different Islands to and find that Maldives as a travel destination is doing all it can keep the tourism industry alive safely during this pandemic. After a four-hour flight with Emirates taking all precautions, we arrived at the Grand Park Kodhipparu taking a 20-minute speedboat ride from the airport. The first view of the island left us breathless with pristine beaches and … Continue reading Tranquility with Sun, Sea and Sand: Grand Park Kodhipparu
LuLu, the largest hypermarket chain in the region is launching its annual Food Food extravaganza, ‘Lulu World Food 2021’, a two-week festival until the 9th of March 2021 featuring new and timeless food concepts, contests and celebrities. Themed around cuisine from … Continue reading LULU World Food 2021 features themed global cuisine kiosks
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