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      And relax… the best edit of all things coffee

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      Whether you’re a true connoisseur or just an espresso addict, you’ll love these.
      Linea Mini 1 Group (White) – La Marzocco

      Inspired by the Linea Classic, the Linea Mini comes with dual boilers and an integrated brew group that allows the machine to achieve the temperature stability and energy efficiency of the saturated brew group in a reduced footprint. The Linea Mini is handmade with the same components used in commercial machines to ensure the same durability that the Linea Classic has become famous for. Not only does it perform, it looks seriously slick at the same time.
      Dhs18,500

      Fierce Bar Stool Dhs1,200 Marina Home

      Italian Moka Express Dhs168 Bialetti

      Emma Vacuum Pitcher Dhs478 Stelton available at Arama.com

      Coffee Cups Dhs131 available at Amazon.ae

      Goa coffee spoon Dhs51 Cutipol available at Arama.com

      AJ Coffee Pot Dhs1,202 Stelton available at Arama.com
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      Starbucks cancels this popular festive drink in the Middle East

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      We all know that this festive season is going to be a little different from the previous years, but we still rely on certain seasonal traditions to get us in the mood. One of them is a pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks.
      Whether you’re a fan or not, just seeing it advertised at the popular coffee destination is enough to make you mentally countdown to the holidays. However, this year there will be no pumpkin spice lattes in the Middle East as Starbucks has decided stock toffee nut instead.

      Understandably, coffee lovers on social media needed a reason for the cancellation of their favourite autumn beverage and the brand responded on Facebook, saying:
      “Unfortunately, PSL (pumpkin spice latte) won’t be available this year due to Business and Operations reasons. We encourage you to stay tuned on our channels for our upcoming drinks.”

      Sold in more than 50 countries, the Starbucks pumpkin spice latte is one of the biggest sellers for the coffee chain and according to Forbes brings in about Dh367 million each season.
      On the bright side, this is a great opportunity for you to discover a new seasonal drink. Keto Bowl makes a healthier version of a pumpkin spice latte by using pumpkin puree and coconut milk, but if you want to indulge then head to Black Tap for Thanksgiving to enjoy a pumpkin pie milkshake.
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      Your fabulous guide to this weekend in Dubai: October 1-3

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      We know what you’re thinking, how is it already October? As we approach the best time of year to be outside in Dubai (finally) we can start to take advantage of poolside brunch offers and al fresco happy hour deals.
      Stay for less

      Who can resist a stylish staycation? At Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai you are treated like a VIP from check-in to check-out and the whole experience is made even better with a reduced room rate and added perks. UAE residents booking for a weekend getaway can enjoy 20 per cent off the room fee as well as complimentary breakfast and dinner for two. Prices start from Dhs1,116 per room per night. To stay #LikeACaesar book now at +971 (0)4 556 6666 or email stay@caesarsdubai.ae.
      Mean treats

      You better have your Mean Girls meme ready on October 3 (if you know, you know) to go with your box of themed mini cupcakes from Sugargram. The sweet destination has unveiled a Burn Bookbox with 25 tiny cupcakes to share with your gang of “Plastics” as you recite all of the famous quotes from the movie splashed across the front of the box. Whether you’re all for theRed-Gina George red velvet cupcake that’s just as fiery as the character or Candy Heron mini treat that packs in some festive flavours, there are plenty of unique combinations to enjoy while re-watching the much-loved flick. The Sugargram’s Burn Bookbox is priced at Dhs125 and you can get an additional “I’m not a regular cupcake, I’m a Sugargram cupcake” T-shirt for Dhs50.
      Chill with a view

      Kick off your weekend with a happy hour at Dubai’s ultimate chill out spot QD’s – located at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. The venue has reopened with all the usual dining and shisha options to enjoy while marvelling at the spectacular views of Dubai Creek. The happy hour runs from 6pm to 8pm with drinks available for as little as Dhs28. We suggest staying for dinner to enjoy a diverse menu that features Middle Eastern, Indian and Mediterranean dishes.
      Poolside chic

      With the weather getting better for the perfect pool day, why not escape to the fashionable La Piscina at Palazzo Versace Dubai and enjoy one or two of their weekend offers. First up is Senorita Daythat takes place every Thursday and includes five drinks and two dishes for Dhs145. The Saturdaybrunch is ideal for those who just want to lounge by the pool and enjoy an array of Mediterranean dishes and free flowing beverages for Dhs250.
      Dim sum and bubbles

      We might’ve found our new favourite food and drink combination – dim sum and Champagne, and you can get your fill at both at Hutong in DIFC. Every Friday you can indulge in free-flow dim sum, free-flow Champagne and free-flow cocktails alongside an impressive choice of fifteen dishes. Stars on the menu include the Wild Mushroom & Truffle Bao; the Suan Cai Yu Crispy Dumpling; Tea Smoked Egg Foie Gras; and the Hutong Dan Dan Noodles. The Dim Sum Brunch is priced at Dhs358 per person for free-flow dim sum and food; Dhs488 per person including Zonin Prosecco Brut; Dhs588 per person including Champagne (both options include red and white wine, house spirits and selected Hutong Signature cocktails).
      Find your zen

      Looking for a unique yoga experience? LAH LAH at Zabeel House, The Greens, is launching DEEP HOUSE YOGA DXB on Friday, October 2 that merges the practice with music. Held outdoors on the grass area, Yoga instructor Jes Body and DJ Charl Chaka are working closely together to create a unique musical deep house yoga flow. Priced at Dhs100 per person, the practice begins with a 15-minute warmup following by an opening yoga circle for an hour before finishing with a meditation. The doors will open from 10.45am and as there are limited spaces you have to pre-register. Remember to bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, towel and mask.
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      Pregnant Chrissy Teigen taken to hospital, reveals ‘really scary’ moment

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      After announcing her third pregnancy last month with husband John Legend, Chrissy Teigen has been keeping her fans updated about how she’s been feeling.
      From having Botox due to severe pregnancy migraines, to detailing exactly how she found out she was pregnant, Chrissy is always someone who keeps it very candid and real.

      So much so, the 32-year-old is keeping her fans in the loop about the lows of her pregnancy.

      Over the weekend Chrissy revealed she was receiving medical care due to excessive bleeding, which she admitted she found “weird” as she’s been feeling “really good”. However, it got to a point where she wouldn’t stop bleeding.
      The following day, on Monday, September 28, Chrissy was admitted into hospital for a blood transfusion, which she said “sounds more dramatic than it is”.
      “It’s an IV, but instead of fluids, the blood of some kind human being out there,” she explained. “Baby and I are completely fine, just missing the little things like walking…cooking…playing with the other buttbutts [sic].”
      However, the following morning on Tuesday, Chrissy – who is mum to Luna, four, and two-year-old Miles – admitted she had a “really scary” moment.

      Just had a really scary morning 😩 huge clot, almost save-worthy. The scramble to hear the heartbeat seemed like hours. I never thought I’d relief sigh so much in my liiiiife
      — chrissy teigen (@chrissyteigen) September 29, 2020

      “Huge clot, almost save-worthy,” she said on Twitter. “The scramble to hear the heartbeat seemed like hours. I never thought I’d relief sigh so much in my liiiiife [sic].”
      Before being admitted to hospital, Chrissy had revealed she was on bed rest for two weeks as per medical instructions. However, mum and baby are both okay and we’re wishing Chrissy a safe and happy rest of her pregnancy.
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      If you own this type of car you can park in Dubai for free

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      Did someone say free parking in Dubai? Yep, you read that correctly.
      However, unfortunately not everyone will be eligible for free parking.

      The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed that those who drive electric cars will be exempt from paying public parking fees for two years – this was implemented on July 1, 2020.
      However, there is a catch. In order to be able to reap the benefits of free parking, your car must be registered in Dubai. Electric cars registered in other emirates will still have to pay parking fees in Dubai.

      #Dubai-licensed electric vehicles get exemption from public parking fees for two years from July 1, 2020.https://t.co/o7ugmYffIi pic.twitter.com/SzXUlXVLpd
      — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) September 28, 2020

      It was confirmed by the RTA that there are currently an estimated 1,803 electric cars which are registered in Dubai.
      If you are one of those few, you’re automatically exempt from fees, so there’s no need to register your details anywhere else.
      This initiative, according to Maitha bin Adai, the CEO of Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA, is to support Dubai’s Green Mobility Strategy.
      “This initiative complements a previous initiative launched in 2018 designating parking slots in various parts of Dubai to electric vehicles exclusively,” she said. “It contributes to improving the air quality, curbing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability besides encouraging the public to own these types of vehicles.”
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      Sheikh Mohammed pays tribute to the Emir of Kuwait after his passing

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      His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, the Emir of Kuwait, has sadly died at the age of 91.
      The Kuwait State News Agency announced the news on their official Twitter account stating the “great sadness and sorrow” of the loss of His Highness.

      الديوان الأميري: ببالغ الحزن والأسى ننعى إلى الشعب الكويتي والأمتين العربية والإسلامية وشعوب العالم الصديقة وفاة المغفور له بإذن الله تعالى صاحب السمو الشيخ صباح الأحمد الجابر الصباح أمير دولة الكويت الذي انتقل إلى جوار ربه pic.twitter.com/NxeybFCx37
      — كـــــــــــونا KUNA (@kuna_ar) September 29, 2020

      Kuwait News Agency reported the death of His Highness the Emir, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who held the position since 2006. The Kuwaiti people and Arab nations mourn his death.
      HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, paid tribute to Sheikh Sabah on Twitter following the announcement of his death.

      رحم الله أب الكويت الحاني..وقلب الخليج النابض..وأمير الإنسانية النبيل الشيخ صباح الأحمد الصباح.. حط رحاله عند رب رحيم كريم عظيم بعد أن خدم وقدّم وأكرم شعبه .. تعازينا لإخوتنا وأحبابنا شعب الكويت..ولكافة الشعوب العربية والإسلامية المحبة لأمير الإنسانية.. إنا لله وإنا إليه راجعون pic.twitter.com/wGnBFtkjTO
      — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) September 29, 2020

      Posting a photo of His Highness, Sheikh Mohammed referred to the late Emir of Kuwait as the “compassionate father” of the country” and “the noble prince of humanity”.
      HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, also paid tribute to the late Emir of Kuwait on Twitter.

      Our sincere condolences go to the Al-Sabah family and the people of Kuwait. Sheikh Sabah epitomised wisdom, tolerance, and peace and he was a great pioneer of Gulf cooperation. He served Kuwait with honor and grace, and his work will never be forgotten. May God have mercy on him pic.twitter.com/LUtWtu8JlL
      — محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) September 29, 2020

      “Our sincere condolences go to the Al-Sabah family and the people of Kuwait,” he said. “Sheikh Sabah epitomised wisdom, tolerance, and peace and he was a great pioneer of Gulf cooperation. He served Kuwait with honour and grace, and his work will never be forgotten. May God have mercy on him.”
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      Sheikh Mohammed’s daughter Sheikha Maryam has given birth to her first child

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      A new member of the Dubai royal family has been welcomed into the world.
      HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s daughter HH Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed Al Maktoum gave birth to a baby boy over the weekend.

      Her Highness announced the happy news on her Instagram page that she and her husband HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan – a member of the Abu Dhabi royal family – welcomed their first child together, just over a year after they married.
      The daughter of the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai shared a sweet photo of Sheikh Khaled holding his newborn son. In the caption of the post, she revealed his name and the date he was born on.

      “25/9/2020 I love you more than you will ever know… Mohammed Bin Khaled Al Nahyan,” she said.
      The new parents were flooded with well-wishes in the comments section of the photo, including a lovely message from Emirates Woman cover star Her Highness Sheikha Latifah Al Maktoum, who starred on the cover of September’s – ‘The Power Issue’.
      “Welcome to the world Mohammed bin Khaled Al Nahyan,” Sheikha Latifah said on her Instagram story, also tagging Sheikha Maryam.
      Congratulations to Sheikh Khaled and Sheikha Maryam on the birth of their son!
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      Two fabulous hotel offers that are worth escaping to Oman for

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      With Oman reopening its borders after seven months and Emirates announcing new flights to Muscat this Thursday, it is the perfect opportunity for a weekend getaway.
      Beachfront resort Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara is welcoming guests back this week with two new offers, a weekend staycation and a longer getaway.

      A staycation includes a Private Pool villa as well as daily breakfast and 30 per cent off at all of the dining outlets and treatments at the Anantara Spa.

      If you have a few extra days to spare then why not escape for five nights or more and take advantage of further savings on your room or villa. You will be treated to a complimentary mini-bar, a barbecue dinner, two massages and free laundry.
      We know the Dubai heat has been sticking around for longer than you’d like and now with humidity set to hit 100 per cent, there’s nothing better than the balmy temperatures of Salalah. Just picture yourself chilling by the hotels’ infinity pool and private beach after trekking across mountainous terrain, pure bliss.

      To put your mind at ease, new health and safety measures have been implemented at the resort, that goes beyond the strict measures recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO), from check-in and luggage sanitation to enhanced cleaning schedules with the latest in cleaning technology being used.
      Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara is also giving back to those who have put their lives at risk to help others during the pandemic. The hotel is giving away 50 free nights to Oman’s frontline workers that can be booked any time from now until the end of October on a first-come, first-served basis.

      The packages start from around Dhs1,000.
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