Spotted Stories
Bluewaters Sets Scene for Ramadan with Stunning Weekend Fireworks This March
Ramadan is set to commence under bright lights at Bluewaters, with weekend fireworks illuminating the tranquil waters beyond the idyllic island. Against the backdrop of Dubai’s iconic skyline,…
March 01, 2024
Spotted Stories
Day two of busy Gulfood puts Dubai at the heart of global F&B
Gulfood 2024, the largest annual global food and beverage sourcing event in the world, opened its doors for a second day at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), with continuing huge footfall following a…
February 20, 2024
News
World of Food comes to five malls in Dubai and Northern Emirates
The shopping mall and management division of Lulu Group International, Line Investments & Property (LIP) is collaborating with Lulu Hypermarket for the World of Food event.
The World of…
February 26, 2023
News
CELEBRITY CHEF SILVENA ROWE AWARDED WITH 10-YEAR UAE GOLDEN VISA
Famed Chef Silvena who is one of the few female Global Masterchef judges has been awarded a UAE golden visa for her dedication and contribution to the restaurant industry in the UAE.
Silvena Rowe is…
October 20, 2021
Spotted Stories
Travel around the world with Swissôtel Al Ghurair’s new brunch
From discovering a different culinary destination every Friday, to a world of exciting activities including “Little Picasso” painting, “Little Chefs” cooking workshop, guided…
September 15, 2021
Spotted Stories
The All-New Hatta Caravan Park
Dubai Holding Launches Hatta Resorts and Hatta Wadi Hub Season 4 with All-New Hatta Caravan Park
Dubai Holding – a diversified global investment company with operations in 13 countries –…
September 15, 2021
Events
SHOUT OUT ‘VIVA MÉXICO’ AND CELEBRATE MEXICO’S INDEPENDENCE DAY
SHOUT OUT ‘VIVA MÉXICO’ AND CELEBRATE MEXICO’S INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH AN EVENING PARTY AT SEÑOR PICO
Free-flowing Mexican street bites & beverages starting at AED…
September 08, 2021
News
Domino’s Launches New Initiative to Provide Orphans in UAE with Fresh Meals
After its successful initiative in supporting people in need across the GCC, Lebanon and Jordan, during the Holy Month of Ramadan under Pizza for Good “Pizza Al Khair” initiative in…
August 11, 2021
News
Jiangnan Spring, Dubai’s Upcoming Cantonese Restaurant with a Modern Twist
The Cantonese restaurant features private dining rooms, entertainment options, and more!
There’s a sizzling new venue in town that’s about to set your evenings abuzz. Jiangnan Spring, an…
August 07, 2021
News
Meet Gift – The UAE’s 1st Female Food Delivery Driver
Freedom Pizza has unveiled its powerful new video, which tells the inspirational story of Gift, the UAE’s first female food delivery driver – aligning with the brand’s ethos…
March 20, 2021
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News
Min Baladeh: Authentic Lebanese E-Souk launches in the UAE
Min baladeh, an authentic Lebanese e-souk, was born from a longing of one Lebanese ex-pat living in the UAE. He missed the tastes, sights, and sounds of his home country and transformed that…
News
Yas Island hosts inaugural Yas Flavors Festival
Over 45 restaurants at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s leading leisure and entertainment destination, will showcase their culinary prowess at Yas Flavors Festival - the destination’s celebration…
November 04, 2020
La Petite Maison Dubai: A Dream Place... A Coup de Coeur
French Food | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
October 26, 2020
French Food
La Petite Maison Dubai: A Dream Place... A Coup de Coeur
I’ve been here, done that and still love if it as if it was the first time. I have a Coup de Coeur called La Petite Maison, a restaurant I visited in Nice, Istanbul, Beirut and Dubai. Same…
October 26, 2020
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Dubai
News
Biggest Vegan Restaurant of its Kind in the World - Only in Dubai!
Dubai, in a first of its kind tradition, is set to open a vegan restaurant that happens to be the biggest in the world. The opening of the restaurant is a strategic move that is bound to be welcomed…
August 08, 2019
American
The Draft House; Draft Beer and Good Food at the Airport in Dubai
Last year on my way back to Lebanon, I stopped by "The Draft House" for a beer. I loved the food, the vibes, and selection of draft beers and remember to have been amazed by the restaurant that…
May 20, 2019
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Dubai
American
The Hard Rock Cafe Dubai: Impressive Decor and Good Food
I’ve been a fan of the "Hard Rock Cafe" chain for as long as I remember. Two restaurants in Beirut, -which unfortunately closed- and many others around the world that I make a point to visit in…
May 15, 2019
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Dubai
Hotels
Zaya Nurai Island Seen from Above: The Beautiful Blue Sea and Colorful Land
Stemming from the Arabic word 'Nur' meaning light, Nurai is an island of staggering beauty, of turquoise seas and white sands. It's a place filled with natural harmony appealing to all five senses.
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi
International Cuisine | Abu Dhabi UAE GCC Middle East
May 14, 2019
International Cuisine
Amazing Food Experience on Zaya Nurai Island Abu Dhabi
Experience paradise on earth; welcome to Zaya Nurai island! Located in Abu Dhabi, the natural island hosts one of the most luxurious hotels on earth welcoming you in one of their fifty individual…
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Hotels
Zaya Nurai: The Luxury Hotel Island! Food, Fun and Relaxation
Experience paradise on earth; welcome to Zaya Nurai island! Located in Abu Dhabi, the natural island hosts one of the most luxurious hotels on earth welcoming you in one of their fifty individual…
May 14, 2019
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Abu Dhabi
Events
SIXTH EDITION OF DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL KICKS OFF ON 21 FEBRUARY
Dubai Food Festival (DFF) will light up the region’s culinary scene when it returns on 21 February until 9 March 2019 with a city-wide showcase of Dubai’s gastronomy offering to thousands…
State 88: Food with Emotions in Dubai
International Cuisine | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
International Cuisine
State 88: Food with Emotions in Dubai
Owned by a Lebanese group, State 88 is an international restaurant serving cuisine from all over the world. American, Italian and European, at State 88 happiness is guaranteed. Chicken, beef and…
November 24, 2018
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Dubai
French Food
Chez Charles: The Ingredient is Passion
French class in the heart of Dubai... the restaurant is called Chez Charles. When a passionate entrepreneur decides to open a restaurant putting all his effort to make it happen, you can’t but…
November 23, 2018
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Dubai
American
Prime Grill Dubai: The Tomahawk Ribeye and the Brownie Sundae
Prime Grill, the newest restaurant to open in Dubai is located at the Galleria Mall. It’s new; it’s fresh, it’s trendy and sexy; the meat restaurant has it all. From a state of…
July 13, 2018
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Dubai
Beit Maryam: Homey Middle eastern specialities in JLT Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
July 13, 2018
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Beit Maryam: Homey Middle eastern specialities in JLT Dubai
"I grew up in a house where food was essential, a major part of our daily life. A house in the village, open for everyone to come in and share with us that meal prepared by my mum, Maryam who I…
July 13, 2018
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Dubai
Hotels
The Sheraton Hotel Jumeirah Beach Resort
Arriving at 2 am, the receptionist was waiting for me, greeting and welcoming me with my name. Welcome, Mr. Rahayel. I was checked-in and shown to my room to discover, in 2018 a smoking facility. In…
Eataly; Your Italian Stop at Dubai Festival City
Italian Food | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
March 13, 2018
Italian Food
Eataly; Your Italian Stop at Dubai Festival City
It’s a challenge, a personal challenge called “Eataly”; visit them all before I die one at the time. After New York, Roma, Milano, Dubai, and Istanbul among others I probably…
March 13, 2018
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Dubai
Burgers
SALT: Dubai’s Famous Burger is a Must Try
They say you can’t visit Dubai without having a burger at SALT! SALT is Dubai’s favorite burger as claimed by many, famous for a couple of years now. Located on Jumeirah public beach,…
March 13, 2018
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Dubai
Hotels
InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai
Spending ten days in Dubai, the Intercontinental Residence Suites was a great choice: A wide apartment, great views on Burj Khalifa and a minute from the Festival City mall.
Mechwar Videos
When NoGarlicNoOnions Visits Dubai!
When we visited Dubai... 10 days, 30 restaurants visited, endless creative Lebanese concepts!
Amazing storie
February 17, 2018
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Dubai
Airlines
The Draft House: Beer and Good Food at the Airport in Dubai
The Draft House is a friendly and fun vintage-inspired, collegiate sports-themed bar. Whether travelers are avid sports fans or just looking for a home-like atmosphere to unwind in before their…
News
Game of Thrones Cake Creates Buzz in Dubai
As a Game of Thrones fan, you'll be interested in this piece of news... Or should we say piece of cake. In time for the show's new season debut, a Dubai bakery has curated a super expensive cake…
July 14, 2017
Chocolate
The World's Most Expensive 'Aged' Chocolate
Aged To’ak chocolate, made from the rarest and most ancient Nacional cacao, is allegedly the world’s most expensive ‘aged’ chocolate, priced at $270 (AED992) per 50 grams bar…
February 16, 2017
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American
Applebee's: A Worldwide Positive Change Starts in Dubai
What I remember about Applebee's is nothing positive. The one in Lebanon has even closed down a while back. All I can remember about Applebee’s in Lebanon was their commercial menu, their low…
American
Last Exit E11: A Stunning Idea!
Inspired by the famous Route 66 and the American street food truck culture, an innovative concept has recently opened on the highway that links Dubai to AbuDhabi. Although it is called Last Exist,…
October 13, 2016
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Dubai
News
W Hotel Dubai Officially Opens For Business (Name Changed)
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Starwood Hotels and Resorts has officially opened its doors to the public in the UAE with the opening of W Hotel Dubai – Al Habtoor City on Sheikh Zayed Road.…
July 01, 2016
Hotels
The Hotel That Offers The Fastest Internet in the World
A new hotel in Abu Dhabi is said to be offering the fastest Internet speed of any hotel in the world. Jannah Burj Al Sarab located in Mina Street say they recently had their bandwidth upgraded to 1.2…
November 20, 2015
News
Legoland Hotel Planned to Open in Dubai
Leave it to Dubai to get the region some of the world's best things... A Lego-themed hotel will be built in Dubai as part of plans to expand the Legoland Dubai theme park. The Hotel is expected…
May 26, 2015
News
World’s Largest Roller Coaster Restaurant Opens In Abu Dhabi
Everything is bigger, always biggest, tallest... in the UAE. Now we can add another bigger to the list... the new and biggest Roller Coaster Restaurant in the world. Check this article out...
December 07, 2014
News
Fine, Gourmet, Organic and Luxury Food Trade Platform has Grown 200% in Five Years
More than 100 specialist exhibitors from 24 countries will attempt to tap into the region’s growing appetite for fine, gourmet, organic and luxury foods when the fifth annual Speciality Food…
October 25, 2014
Airports
Dubai to Build World's Largest Airport
The leader of Dubai has approved spending $32 billion to expand the city’s second airport in the hopes it will become the world’s biggest. Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central…
September 15, 2014
Spotted Stories
Yum! These Catwalk Cupcakes Look Delicious
“I’ll take that delicious shoe in blueberry and that one in vanilla and, oh! That scrumptious handbag, please, one in chocolate and one in pistachio!”
July 26, 2014
News
Mall of the World: Largest Shopping Centre on the Planet Unveiled in Dubai
Dubai is preparing plans to build the world’s largest mall under a giant glass dome in what ranks among the emirate’s most ambitious projects ever planned.
It is part of a strategy to boost Dubai’s…
July 08, 2014
News
World’s Largest Underwater Theme Park Planned in Dubai
A new underwater attraction in Dubai, apparently inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean, aims to attract scuba diving and snorkelling tourists to the emirates.
July 07, 2014
News
Madinat Jumeirah Dubai Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Madinat Jumeirah, the Arabian Resort of Dubai is set to mark its tenth anniversary with six months of incredible events, offers and initiatives starting in June. The celebration will culminate with a…
June 17, 2014
News
The Falafel Index: A Way To Assess Purchasing Power In The Middle East
The Arab Spring brought into focus the economic underpinnings of instability in the Middle East. In a region where over one in four youth is unemployed, how well people can afford a basic meal is a…
May 07, 2014
Travel & Tourism
With Etihad You Can Lounge and Have Your Butler
Etihad, the Abu Dhabi-based national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has created the closest thing to having you own private jet on its commercial flights. It’s called ‘The Residence’ – a…
May 05, 2014
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Reviews
T.G.I Friday’s Festival City, Dubai
Following on the footsteps of Hard Rock Cafe, T.G.I. is closing in Lebanon. T.G.I. will be missed especially its Jack Daniel's Tennessee sauce, whi
April 26, 2014
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UAE
Hotel Banyan Tree, Al Wadi: Luxury at its Finest
Hotels | Ras al-Khaimah UAE GCC Middle East
April 14, 2014
Hotels
Hotel Banyan Tree, Al Wadi: Luxury at its Finest
A long day out in the desert majestically ended with a close encounter with luxury that can only be offered at Banyan Tree Al Wadi Hotel - one of the finest resorts I've visited to date. This hotel…
April 14, 2014
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Ras al-Khaimah
The Med, Terrace and Restaurant at Media One Dubai
Italian Food | UAE GCC Middle East
March 27, 2014
Italian Food
The Med, Terrace and Restaurant at Media One Dubai
I stayed at the Media One hotel for few days during a recent business trip to Dubai. I wanted to try out this hotel inside out - their restaurant, their breakfast buffet as well as all the details…
March 27, 2014
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UAE
Media One Hotel, Dubai: A Fresh Place with Enjoyable Colors
Hotels | UAE GCC Middle East
March 23, 2014
Hotels
Media One Hotel, Dubai: A Fresh Place with Enjoyable Colors
Colors and more colors follow you all around the Media One Hotel in Dubai. The minute you walk into the lobby, into the black elevators and around the corridors that lead to your room - you are…