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      5 fabulous new restaurants to try in Dubai

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      As we head into the latter part of 2020, there are still plenty of exciting new dining establishments set to open in Dubai.
      With that, here’s EW’s round-up of five fabulous new restaurants opening this month.
      Il Passaggio

      Set to open tomorrow, September 7, this new eatery at The Pointe will tick all of your boxes when it comes to classic Italian cuisine. The clean and modern aesthetic of the new establishment also makes for the ultimate relaxing dining experience.
      Koko Bay, Palm Jumeirah

      Bringing Bali to the shores of Palm Jumeirah, new establishment Koko Bay – which opened on September 1 – is a must-try in our books. The laidback vibe of the new venue will make you feel like you’re in paradise with a series of sun loungers and hammocks. It offers both indoor and al fresco dining with a modern Asian and European-influenced menu alongside bespoke beverages. Live entertainment is also on the cards, making it the perfect spot to start your weekends the right way.
      99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant, DIFC

      For those seeking a new DIFC hotspot, this Japanese restaurant could be just the ticket. Combining signature dishes including foie gras nigiri, gunkan sushi and spicy tuna tartare, along with incredible views of the Burj Khalifa, this new eatery which opened on September 1 makes for the ultimate Downtown Dubai dining experience.
      Paros, JLT

      Enjoy a Mediterranean feast at the new rooftop bar and restaurant, Paros, located in JLT. Dishes include grilled octopus, Greek-style keftedes, smoked eggplant salad and more. It’s the perfect place to unwind after a long work-week and watch the sunset over Dubai from the 46th floor.
      LOLA’s

      While it’s not set to open until next month, we thought we’d put this new Spanish eatery on your radar. New restaurant LOLA, located at TRYP by Wyndham Barsha Heights, will transport you to the streets of Andalusia, Spain. “The taverna will offer the largest selection of Spanish Tavern charcuterie in Dubai and will be the first restaurant to serve Cañas, 20 cl hops, the perfect pairing for tapas,” Lorenzo Marras, Managing Director – Dining at Sunset Hospitality Group, said. It’s safe to say you’ll definitely find us there come October.
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      Bella Hadid shares sweet ‘appreciation post’ about her mother Yolanda Hadid

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      While the eldest Hadid sister is currently preparing to become a mother for the first time, the youngest, Bella, has paid tribute to their own mother in a sweet “appreciation post”.
      The model, 23, took to Instagram to share three photos from Mother’s Day of herself and Yolanda Hadid.

      “Appreciation post for my fav [sic] lady in town,” she said. “This was from mother’s day…missing you loving you thinking of you @yolanda.hadid.”
      Clearly missing her youngest daughter too, Yolanda responded saying, “I LOVE YOU BABY, hurry home.”

      The pair were previously self-isolating together in Pennsylvania along with Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik, who are expecting their first child together, but it seems Bella, Gigi and Zayn are all now in New York City.

      Bella has been seen out and about in New York City, while Gigi and Zayn have also briefly been spotted arriving in Manhattan as they prepare to welcome their first child.
      Ahead of the arrival of baby Hadid-Malik, the couple arrived in NYC which is where the supermodel intends to give birth, according to E! News. This coincides with their arrival in the city that never sleeps last week where they were photographed by the paparazzi.
      It’s fair to assume the pair will be staying in Gigi’s new $5.8 million (Dhs21.3 million) Manhattan apartment, which she gave fans a glimpse of last month.
      According to a source close to Gigi and Zayn, the pregnancy has been good for their relationship after the couple reunited at the end of last year.
      “Zayn and Gigi are really excited and have been loving this experience together,” the source told E!. “They both are reading parenting books, have had fun planning the nursery and picking out items together. Things are going really smoothly, and they are closer as a couple more than ever.”

      The couple has largely kept the impending arrival of their firstborn under wraps, with the 25-year-old only showing off her bump for the first time recently. She also opened up about why she hasn’t shared much of her pregnancy in real-time.
      The model revealed she has been documenting her whole journey and will share it “in the future” when she feels it is the right time.
      “I have been taking a lot of pictures of my bump and sending it to friends and family and it’s been really cute and exciting,” she said. “I’m trying to document it well because I’ve heard a lot of people say obviously, ‘make sure you don’t miss it.’”
      It’s been reported the couple are expecting a girl, but neither of them has officially confirmed the gender.
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      Requirements for entering Abu Dhabi have changed

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      A new set of protocols and requirements for those wanting to enter Abu Dhabi were issued over the weekend.
      On Friday it was announced by the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee that starting on Saturday that visitors and residents would be able to enter the UAE capital provided they had received a negative COVID-19 test result within 48 hours, either through a PCR or DPI test.

      Previously it was stated that a DPI test also required a PCR test, but this is no longer the case.
      “In line with efforts to expand testing for the early detection of COVID-19 infections, Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has updated procedures for entering Abu Dhabi emirate,” Abu Dhabi media office stated on their official Twitter page, sharing more detailed guidelines

      In line with efforts to expand testing for the early detection of COVID-19 infections, Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has updated procedures for entering Abu Dhabi emirate. pic.twitter.com/2zmpn61ZFK
      — مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@admediaoffice) September 4, 2020

      However, it was stipulated that those “who stay for six consecutive days or more within Abu Dhabi emirate must now take a PCR test on the sixth day of each visit, in order to protect the health and safety of the community”.

      Residents and visitors who stay for six consecutive days or more within Abu Dhabi emirate must now take a PCR test on the sixth day of each visit, in order to protect the health and safety of the community.
      — مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@admediaoffice) September 4, 2020

      Just recently, it was also reported that there have been some changes made to the self-isolation process for those who test positive for COVID-19 in Abu Dhabi.
      According to a report by The National, anyone who tests positive for coronavirus in the emirate must now self-isolate in a healthcare facility which includes designated hotels and hospital.
      Self-quarantine was previously allowed in the UAE capital, but this is no longer the case. Anyone who tests positive for COVID-19, even if they appear to be asymptomatic, is now required to be admitted into a healthcare facility.
      “The Home Isolation Programme has been discontinued late in August,” Dr Shada Al Ghazali of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre told The National. “All Covid-19 cases are isolated in assigned isolation sites and, or hotels.
      “This is in line with the emirate’s strategy to control the spread of COVID-19.”
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      The changes to self-isolation in Abu Dhabi you should be aware of

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      There have been some changes made to the self-isolation process for those who test positive for COVID-19 in Abu Dhabi.

      According to a report by The National, anyone who tests positive for coronavirus in the emirate must now self-isolate in a healthcare facility which includes designated hotels and hospital.
      Self-quarantine was previously allowed in the UAE capital, but this is no longer the case. Anyone who tests positive for COVID-19, even if they appear to be asymptomatic, is now required to be admitted into a healthcare facility.
      “The Home Isolation Programme has been discontinued late in August,” Dr Shada Al Ghazali of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre told The National. “All Covid-19 cases are isolated in assigned isolation sites and, or hotels.
      “This is in line with the emirate’s strategy to control the spread of COVID-19.”
      Per instructions from the government, it’s been reported by the publication that all private hospitals have been cleared of coronavirus cases and those who test positive will be cared for in state-run medical facilities.
      The new policy is to help minimise coronavirus cases and infection rates in the UAE capital. With the five field hospitals have a capacity of 1,200 beds, there’s space to accommodate those who are infected.
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      Record-breaking painting in Dubai set to raise Dhs110 million

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      A record-breaking painting is currently underway in Dubai.
      During the height of lockdown in the emirate, British artist Sacha Jafri was self-isolating in the Atlantis Hotel on The Palm, during which time he decided to undertake a record-breaking project.

      Throughout the project, Jafri – who went to school with Prince William and whose celebrity clientele includes Leonardo DiCaprio – has broken five world records.
      According to Euronews, the project entitled ‘We Stand Together – Humanity Inspired’, will become “the largest single painting ever created on canvas”.

      Not only will the painting break records in terms of size, but it’s also set to raise a huge amount of money for charity – an estimated $30 million (approximately Dhs110 million).

      The initiative is being headed by UNICEF, Unesco, the Global Gift Foundation and UAE-based organisation Dubai Cares.
      Set to be completed by September 10, the huge piece of artwork is estimated take up the entirety of the Atlantis hotel’s two ballrooms.
      Upon the unveiling of the project, Jafri said in a statement: “I am calling each and every youngster out there, to create a piece of art. A drawing, a sketch, a collage, a painting – which represents how you feel right now. Paint the World as you see it lived. LET’S PAINT THE WORLD A DIFFERENT COLOUR.”
      The final creation will reportedly be unveiled in November at the Atlantis The Palm and will also be featured on many of the UAE’s most notable landmarks.
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      From apartment to villa, upgrade any space with these new interior pieces

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      IN PARTNERSHIP: Whether you’re migrating from your slick apartment Downtown Dubai to a spacious villa in Arabian Ranches or simply want to hit refresh on your interiors, Crate & Barrel offers seamless solutions that will complement any space and taste.
      The design team at Crate & Barrel have carefully thought through every scenario to create three distinct yet harmonious themes that compliment every style of living.

      Just as you’d approach your wardrobe, the key thing is to not to be rigid with your design choices. Instead, play around with trends and finishes to come up with something unexpected. The warm and balanced colour palette and minimal design makes Crate & Barrel’s latest fall selection ideal for mix and matching.
      Below, we take you through the themes and the key pieces to elevate your home with this autumn.
      Modern Prairie

      Taking inspiration from architect Frank Lloyd Wright who broke away from closed-in architecture and embraced nature, the Modern Prairie is all about bringing the outdoors in. Expert furnishings constructed from warm woods and natural materials with the colour palette rooted in earthy tones, such as browns and warm amber with pops of ochre. Some of the hero pieces from this edit include Wells leather sofa or Anaise bed that will instantly bring a sense of balance to the room. Some of the larger pieces do benefit from high ceilings and plenty of natural light that you find in villas, but you can easily create a nature corner in a studio apartment with the use of preserved botanical flowers placed in a Poe glass vase, cushions with different texture, layers of rugs for added warmth and a walnut floor mirror which brings an illusion of space. To turn it into a secret corner with a retro flair, introduce an Anaise rattan room divider – even Coco Chanel was a fan of dividers. If you want the focus on the dining room then you should explore the unique selection of serving boards and utensils.

      Urban Retreat

      If you cherish living in an intimate space or want to play up your minimalist interior with some elegant touches, then you might find something extra fabulous in the Urban Retreat selection. Focusing on soft textures, colour-washed hues, sustainable materials, and welcoming silhouettes, there is something extremely soothing about subdued pieces that focus on texture and detail. For example, the curved Rouelle sofa with chenille-like fabric adds an instant statement to the room and yet still comfortable to unwind on after a long day at work, while Ezra Glassware set with its textured glass finish is perfect for hosting a refined and sophisticated dinner party. The selection of home accessories such as candle holders and vases provide plenty of options to help enhance side tables and shelves. Play around with a wide variety of curved shapes, mixed materials, and unusual textures to piece together a statement display.

      Trove
       
      Just moved into your brand new apartment? Inject it with some youthful spirit from the Trove collection that celebrates colour, striking silhouettes in the forever modern look of Danish design. Updated seasonally, this range is ideal for those who love a clean style of living, but with a hint of classical European décor that has been given a modern twist with punchy colours and eye-catching silhouettes. Think Copenhagen fashion week of interiors. This collection is easy to mix and match, but try to keep it in the same colour spectrum for a contemporary mood and embrace a more down-to-earth lifestyle by choosing low seating, narrow cushions and layered coffee tables. This approach will make the ceilings in an apartment feel higher.
      Ofelia Velvet Swivel Dining Chairs

      Amalie Small Space Apartment Sofa

      Oli Oval Dining Table

      The latest collection is available at Crate and Barrel’s Dubai stores at Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, and the Dubai Mall. It can also be found online at crateandbarrel.me.
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      Meet Anna Schebsdat the education advocate

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      September’s – ‘The Power Issue’ – Download Now
      Anna Schebsdat is multifaceted, challenge-oriented and currently working for one of the world’s top business schools as part of City, University of London. With global experience across different continents, Schebsdat has a unique and inspiring path in the world of business. She is also President of Columbia Business School’s UAE Alumni Chapter, Board Member on Columbia Alumni Association UAE and an Advisor for the Al Suwaidi Foundation and the Abu Dhabi Arts Society. She discusses her career, triumphs and challenges with Emirates Woman
      Why did you choose a career in the executive education sector and who inspired you?
      Education lit up the path to many beautiful things that happened to me in life. My passion and expertise are in global education management, to which I dedicated the past ten years. It has given me a sense of purpose throughout my career as I help shape candidates’ development by matching their needs with the appropriate solution. The education sector plays a crucial role in economic growth through reskilling and upskilling. I thoroughly enjoy advising and bringing empowerment to executives when it comes to the refining of their skillsets.
      What does it take to pursue a global career?

      You need to get out of the comfort zone and for that you need self-confidence. Confidence, in my view, comes from self-awareness and appreciating oneself. Success is the result of hard, passionate work and being courageous to move countries.
      What exciting ventures have you been involved with in the past months?
      Alongside my full-time work for a business school where I had many challenges as the Education industry underwent rapid changes towards e-learning, I have joined Columbia UAE Alumni Association as a Board Member, led Columbia’s Business School UAE Chapter, received a Harvard online certificate, continued taking Arabic lessons and moved forward with a non-profit project, which combines art and education under an intercultural exchange umbrella. I have also started to work on a PhD research proposal and writing a chapter for a book, which I never thought I would pursue.

      What has been your proudest moment to date?
      I always had to prove myself adjusting to new cultures – from embarking on an international career by moving to different countries to being part of challenging projects from scratch and building success stories. One of them was opening and building the Middle East office for my previous employer. It was the brand’s first international expansion and, at the age of 28, I was working within the executive education industry for the world’s top schools such as MIT, Wharton and Harvard. I also took on an additional challenge of the Executive Programme in Management at Columbia Business School in New York to upskill myself despite juggling the challenges of a first-time mother. Later I was appointed to lead the Columbia Alumni UAE Chapter, where we built on the success story alongside our eighty-three alumni clubs worldwide.
      How has COVID-19 changed learning and how do you see it continuing to change?
      The education sector is surely even more competitive and there is a drive for institutions to deliver an attractive value proposition without diminishing the experience for students. Investment in an effective IT infrastructure is no longer a choice or added value, it became a must overnight. Blended learning, accommodating international students, growing the youth in particular in the Middle East – COVID-19 has exacerbated the need for innovation in education. With these changes, additional challenges arise. Such as, privacy and security of studying online and decreased socialising impacting learning soft skills with limited human interaction.
      Did you have a mentor and if so what knowledge did they impart?
      I am blessed to be surrounded by my family and friends who inspire me. My family always encouraged me to be the best version of myself, work hard and get the best education possible. I had some very inspiring mentors who advised me on how I can approach my career, for example, never to come with a problem, but approach with solutions. It is great advice I was given at the start of my career.
      This is ‘The Power Issue’ – what does power mean to you? 
      Being compassionate, graceful, well-rounded and a socially intelligent person. Making an impact and to be able to inspire others to do better. For women, it also means being both, strong and soft. As well, the outer beauty should not outweigh the inner beauty. A woman’s power is also in her being filled with goals, self-innovation, values and drive. Being modest yet charismatic, refined and put together is what a woman should cultivate. I do believe that our power as a woman is our natural ability to bring love, beauty and nurturing that matters the most and is my daily calling as a woman. However, it should not stop me from achieving my other aspirations. This all is the power in my opinion.
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