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      The best desert cafés in the UAE to visit this winter

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      1 day ago

      At long last, the best weather of the year has arrived in the UAE.
      Long gone are humid days and nights paired with the sweltering heat and the cooler temperatures and outdoor weather is here to stay for the foreseeable future.
      With that comes the return of the UAE’s beloved desert cafés and concepts.
      To keep you in the know here’s some of the best desert cafés to visit in the UAE this winter.
      NOT a SPACE

      This one-of-a-kind destination is curated with a series of activations in one venue. With the beautiful sunrise and sunset views, this winter experience is designed to bring friends and family together in the company of Sharjah’s Al Faya desert. With a creative set-up and mountainous backdrops, this open-air experience also conducts several activations to celebrate different occasions in an open space. From a ladies parlour to a men’s barber, there are a host of experiences to savour on your visit.
      For more information visit notaspace.ae
      One Degree Cafe

      With a quirky bohemian charm, One Degree Café is the latest off-the-grid pop-up for guests to retreat amid the dreamy desert sunsets. Designed with a Bedouin-style camp and as a pop-up experience, guests can enjoy all the dune views in the middle of the desert. Made for the perfect escape, this outdoor venue offers a plethora of delicious dishes and beverages from Spanish lattes to desserts such as tiramisu. The mains include signature dishes such as the classic hot dog and the wagyu burger, with many more options on the menu. Located in Musherief, Ajman, this desert pop-up is situated 45 minutes away from Downtown Dubai. Visitors can approach the venues by following the map here.
      For more information visit onedegree.ae. 
      Link by Mara

      With international fusion street food and a scintillating majlis-style seating area with fairy lights, guests can lay back with the socially distanced seating arrangements for utmost safety. With a plethora of mouthwatering desserts and must-have beverages, this spot has a private bonfire option in an intimate setting to enjoy with all your loved ones.
      My Space

      Brand new to the desert concept scene, My Space Cafe delivers an exceptional experience in Nazwa, Sharjah. The concept plays host to a simple yet delectable menu comprising of burgers and pasta dishes, as well as coffee and soft drinks and sweet treats. Located in the Sharjhah desert, My Space Cafe is open daily from 3pm to 1am.
      BBQ Station

      Located in the Sharjah desert in the area of Al Rahmaniya, the newest desert concept to enter the scene is BBQ Station. Complete with tipi-style seating areas and a diverse menu, it’s the perfect winter spot to watch the sunset and nightfall over the desert.
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      7 of best Dubai cafés for a matcha-needed break

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      by Sarah Joseph
      13 mins ago

      Obsessed with matcha? Us too.
      Known for its host of health benefits, matcha is best for both its energising and detoxifying properties.
      So, if you’re looking to skip coffees and adapt to a natural source of caffeine, Dubai offers an array of chlorophyll-infused beverages that we simply can’t resist.
      NETTE

      Situated in the heart of Dubai’s premium boutique padel club, this urban sanctuary brings the perfect blend of Japanese with Parisian. Surrounded by a padel court and yoga studio, this culinary space is a home for must-try wellness activities. With a wholesome menu, the café serves both iced and hot matcha with an array of alternative milk choices to choose from.
      Nette, Inside MATCHA Club, Al Quoz. Open daily 8am to 10pm. matcha-club.ae
      Bageri Form

      Inspired by Scandinavian design, this artisanal café was elevating bakery classics and serving dishes with the freshest of ingredients. With Nordic-infused interiors, the bakery also serves freshly sourced matcha in minimal cups for a rejuvenating start to the day. With an aesthetic presentation, this place is beyond Instagrammable-worthy.
      Bageri Form, Dubai Design District, Building 4. Open Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 8pm, Friday to Sunday 8:30am to 10pm. bageriform.com. 
      LDC Kitchen + Coffee

      For an enticing spot to dine with your friends, this restaurant is an ideal smart working space that brings a healthy twist to all its culinary delights. Without limiting the menu to coffees and smoothies, this delightful place offers both iced and hot matcha’s in an inviting atmosphere.
      LDC Ktichen + Coffee, One JLT, One Business Centre DMCC. Open daily 7am to 1am.
      The Grey

      Known for its minimalist décor and creative space, this café is designed as a venue where creative minds can meet. With a twist to your usual matcha, the café serves a coconut-infused iced matcha latte that comes with boba, making it a speciality.
      The Grey, Al Wasl, Al Safa 1, open from Sunday to Thursday 7:30am to 11pm, Friday & Saturday 8am to 12pm. the-grey.co. 
      Flow Kitchen

      This healthy eating creative hub serves a plethora of conscious eating meals and drinks including vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. With ethically sourced ingredients from around the globe, this café serves vegan matcha lattes, ensuring every customer’s need is met.
      Flow, Jumeirah Emirates Towers and Dubai Internet City. flowdubai.com
      % Arabica

      Designed to embody a strong Japanese aesthetic, this café expands beyond the world of coffee. With a futuristic touch to serving beverages, this haven becomes the perfect go-to spot for unwinding after a long day or a mid-day break. With latte art, this deliciously offered matcha is sure to boost your energy levels.
      % Arabica, Mall of the Emirates, City Walk, Dubai Mall and many more. arabica.coffee
      Comptoir 102

      This award-winning ethical concept is tucked away on Jumeirah road offering conscious choices with ingredients sourced from local organic farms, serving delicious food while promoting sustainability. From homemade nut milk to its famous smoothies, there’s enough and more for everyone who visits. Prepared without any added preservatives, this homemade drink is created with natural ingredients for a tasteful touch to any day.
      Comptoir 102 Beach Road, Jumeirah 1. Open daily 8am to 10pm. comptoir102.com. 
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      Where to purchase your Christmas tree in Dubai

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      by Olivia Morris
      5 hours ago

      The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching (this weekend…).
      With that, now is the time to start thinking about decorations and the most important of them all… your tree.
      Luckily, there’s plenty of places in the UAE where you can buy the perfect tree to celebrate the festive season with your loved ones.
      Real Trees
      Ferns N Petals

      If you’re looking to decorate a real Christmas tree before Santa’s arrival Ferns N Petals has the ideal option – a five-foot tree coming complete with decorations. Priced at Dhs999, this option just made Christmas time a whole lot easier.
      To purchase visit fnp.ae
      Bloombox

      Grown in Billund Denmark, this Danish Nordman tree from Bloombox is approximately six to seven feet and priced at Dhs740.
      To purchase visit bloombox.ae
      ACE Hardware

      One of the most affordable options for a real Christmas tree is from Ace Hardware. Currently, the UAE-based store has ‘Fraser Fir Fresh’ Christmas trees available with prices starting at Dhs399.
      To purchase visit aceuae.com
      Kibsons

      The Nordmann Fir Christmas Trees are sourced from sustainable farms in Denmark. While being pet-friendly this 5ft tree has a classic shape with dark green glossy needles making it much more resilient to heat while giving off a fresh, clean, citrus smell too and is priced at Dhs245.
      Pre-order on kibsons.com
      Fake/Faux Trees
      Crate & Barrel ME

      Want a real tree but don’t want the hassle of the upkeep? This artificial tree from Crate & Barrel offers some of the most real-looking trees. With this 6ft Abies Nordmann Deluxe Xmas Tree you won’t be able to tell the difference.
      Bloomingdale’s

      This artificial Christmas tree comes with exotic branches and luxe LED lights for the ultimate seasonal décor and is priced at Dhs2,200. All the ornaments to complement the tree can be availed at this popular e-commerce platform too.
      To purchase visit bloomingdales.ae
      Irony Home

      Looking to celebrate Christmas in style and go all out? Well, Irony Home should be your go-to place for all things festive in Dubai. Priced at Dhs10,450, this 9.5ft pre-lit white tree with 1250 LED lights will make for a truly luxe Christmas.
      To purchase visit ironyhome.com. 
      West Elm

      Designed for a realistic feel, this simple tree can be spruced by adding your favourite lights and pieces to ring in the festive season. Priced at Dhs2,650, the faux unlit tree is 9ft and is generously created with all its branches.
      To purchase visit westelm.ae
      Dragon Mart

      If you’re on more of a budget, opt for this artificial Christmas tree from Dragon Mart. Priced at Dhs135, this 6ft Christmas tree adds to the vibrancy in any home with its clever design.
      To purchase visit dragonmart.ae
      Home Centre

      This faux Christmas tree from Home Centre is decorated with berries and cones to ensure a classic finish to be reused every year. Priced at Dhs499, this tree is 6ft in height.
      Available for purchase on homecentre.com
      Home Box

      This Alaska Christmas Pine Hook Tree is designed for easy maintenance and utmost convenience to add to the festive season in any home. Made with good durability, it’s priced at Dhs299.
      To purchase visit homeboxstores.com
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      The new Dubai-based Italian restaurant you need to add to your must-visit list

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      Transport yourself to the heart of the Amalfi coast at Dubai’s newest fine-dining haven.
      Ristorante Loren is a new Italian restaurant located on the rooftop of the popular beach destination, SAN Beach, on West Palm Beach, with interiors inspired by the ‘60s and ‘70s era of the Italian Riviera which will take guests on an immersive dining experience.
      Embodying the mantra of la bella vita – the good life – the colourful and stylish venue evokes a true sense of escapism.
      With stunning views of the Dubai Marina skyline, Loren Ristorante focuses on exceptional Italian cuisine with a touch of Mediterranean influence.
      The restaurant offers two dining concepts – an indoor dining area with a front-row view of the open kitchen, and a beachside dining area with panoramic views of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Bluewaters Island.
      As group executive chef of Food Fund International (FFI) and the restaurant, Praba Manickam makes all the FFI’s concepts from scratch and is the mastermind behind their quality food for over a decade. Today, Manickam is responsible for the creation of 11 concepts and managing a total of 24 restaurants and is responsible for all the new homegrown concepts including this one.
      The open floor plan of the restaurant includes a customised marble bar, a large open kitchen, and a wine cellar that offers some of the finest picks from Italy. Loren Ristorante evokes a luxurious and chic, yet sophisticated atmosphere, emulating the ambience of a refined Italian coastal dining experience.
      Take a look inside this chic new dining spot below.

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      Sheikh Hamdan shares adorable new photos of his grown-up twins

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      by Sarah Joseph
      3 hours ago

      His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai has shared a few snaps showing just how fast his little ones are growing up.
      The doting father welcomed twins Rashid and Shaikha into the world in May 2021 and his fans have seen them visit a variety of places including zoos since then.
      Known for giving his followers snippets into his life on Instagram, the Crown Prince of Dubai shared a couple of new photos on social media. In the latest post on his feed, a series of images were shared from a recent outing at the zoo with his twins grown up.

      In the first photo, Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, is holding baby Rashid and in the second photo, he’s holding baby Shaikha as he feeds the giraffes fresh grass.
      Earlier this year in January 2022, In January 2022, Fazza took them on a special outing in Dubai with a visit to see the giraffes, where the twins were seen wearing their animal-themed outfits.
      Love for horses
      With a love for animals especially horses, Sheikh Hamdan has exposed the little ones to his love for equestrian activities.
      In a post earlier this year, he said, “The love for horses runs in our blood.”

      Known for his regular visits to the UK, her also paid a visit to the Godolphin stables where Fazza was seen holding baby Rashid with their family horse, Adayar. He had taken also taken the 10-month twins to the f3 Team stables, where the Crown Prince of Dubai cradled Rashid and Sheikha as both of the little ones pet the horses.
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      Sheikh Mohammed aims for Dubai to be ’20-minute city’ by 2040

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      by Sarah Joseph
      1 hour ago

      Dubai is never short of ambitious plans and the next masterplan will transform the city with easy access to different destinations.
      As per the latest announcement by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, a new 2040 Urban Master Plan is in the works to develop the emirate into a ’20-minute city’.
      The plan will focus on allowing residents to access 80 percent of their daily activities and destinations within 20 minutes on foot or by other renewable sources of transportation as per its second phase.
      Without limiting to transport, this masterplan will focus on other sustainable sources including government funding for vertical farming, with 60 percent of Dubai’s area will be set out to be natural reserves.

      To delve into further details, Sheikh Mohammed said, “Today, we have a clear vision for the development of Dubai’s urban infrastructure and housing sector until 2040.”
      For the housing sector, the plan has highlighted further developments in Dubai South, Dubai World Central airport, Silicon Oasis, and other residential areas next to the south of Dubai International Airport.
      A plan will further be developed to enhance and utilise urban space including spaces underneath bridges, enhancing the beauty of urban areas, reducing carbon footprint and enhancing the overall landscape strategy in the emirate.
      The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in March 2021, aims to make Dubai the world’s best city for living.
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      Meet the female ‘SuperAgents’ of the UAE’s real estate

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      3 hours ago

      Over the last few years, Dubai has cemented itself as a hub for business, leisure and tourism which, in turn, has led to many moving to the emirate to set up homes.
      No longer can Dubai be seen as just simply a transient city, more and more people are making it a permanent base, which has seen a rise in property investment.
      But for those new to the UAE or new homeseekers in general, knowing where to start to look can be a daunting task. However, one such platform that is a go-to for finding a forever home – or even renting – in Dubai is Property Finder.
      In recent data by the PropTech company, it was found that one of the biggest priorities for buyers in the UAE was trust due to experiences with unreliable agents, false listings, late responses and more.
      Thus, this has led PropertyFinder to launch its ‘SuperAgent’ category. But, what exactly is a SuperAgent? Well, according to the website, it’s a “super-qualified agent who will provide you with an easy and hassle-free home-seeking journey… always looking to provide the best quality property listing and respond faster than any other agents to the home seeker’s needs”.
      The ranking by PropertyFinder is entirely data-driven, which is based on the individual agent’s performance, making it easy for buyers to discover exactly which SuperAgent will match their criteria.
      With over 5,500 available on PropertyFinder, utilising this tool of SuperAgent really does help homeseekers decipher who the best of the best is.
      Given that here at Emirates Woman we love to champion the incredible women in this region, we decided to take a deep dive into some of the best female SuperAgents on PropertyFinder specialising in luxe properties across the emirate.

      For more information visit propertyfinder.ae/en/find-agent or download Property Finder app onIOS or Google Play
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      The ultimate après ski experience makes a return in Dubai

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      2 hours ago

      IN PARTNERSHIP: We may be missing a white blanket of snow here in Dubai, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the après ski experience altogether.
      This festive season, the Chalet 105 X Montblanc experiential dining adventure returns to Twiggy by La Cantine for the second year in a row after becoming a popular annual occurrence at parent restaurant La Cantine du Faubourg.
      Encapsulating the very essence of a cosy après ski experience following a day of swishing down the snowcapped mountains, Chalet 105’s vintage aesthetic and alpine setting allows you to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city of Dubai.

      In fact, dare we say, you’ll feel as though you’ll be whisked away to the aura of the French alps as soon as you enter Chalet 105.
      This intimate dining experience, priced at Dhs425, at Twiggy starts with a welcome drink followed by delicious truffled chestnut soup.
      Then enters the main event, the ‘Fondue Savoyarde’, melted cheese accompanied with bread and green salad, as well as melted raclette cheese accompanied with green salad, potatoes and pickles, just as you’d enjoy it at an altitude of 2000 metres.
      Tying a nice festive bow on this après ski experience is a delectable chocolate fondue complete with a selection of fresh fruit and sweets.
      Enjoy the true meaning of the festive season with friends, loved ones or even colleagues with an exceptional winter touch at Chalet 105.
      Twiggy by La Cantine, located at the Park Hyatt Dubai Creek, is open daily from 9am to 2am. For reservations, email book@twiggy.ae, call +971 4 602 1105 or visit twiggy.ae.
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