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Fast food menus rarely come with surprises, but Burger King in Saudi Arabia has recently launched something extraordinary. It’s not an exotic sauce or an unusual combo of flavors. Meet the Hashi Burger, made with 100% Saudi camel meat, cooked over an open flame. It comes with lettuce, pickles, black pepper mayo, and Maabouj sauce for a spicy kick. Camel meat isn’t something you usually see at a fast-food chain, so if you're curious what it tastes like, it’s available across Burger King restaurants in the Kingdom and through delivery options. View this post on Instagram A post shared by...

If Riyadh is on your travel list for 2026, keep this new hotel on your radar. Atheel KAFD Hotel is opening later this year inside one of the city's busiest business and lifestyle districts. The hotel is being created by Foster + Partners and will include 214 rooms and suites, from Superior Rooms to multi-bedroom suites and a Presidential Suite. Restaurant concepts inside the hotel include: Lafana with Saudi flavours and regional dishes Riya Maison, a French brasserie with subtle Saudi influences One of the most unique features it's its direct access to KAFD’s skywalk network. Cloud 14, the hotel’s...

Ready to add some glow to your beauty routine? Moonglaze is now available at Sephora in Saudi Arabia! If you’ve been eyeing those signature highlighters and blush sticks, now’s the perfect time to try this makeup brand from Saudi entrepreneur and influencer Yara Alnamlah out and bring those beauties home. You can now shop Moonglaze’s glow-boosting highlighters and blush sticks at three Sephora locations in KSA: Nakheel Mall in Riyadh Jeddah Mall Dhahran Mall in Khobar This is a big moment for the region because it’s the first time a Saudi brand has launched at the beauty giant. View this...

If you missed the giant glowing moon when it last appeared in Dubai, you’ll soon get another chance to see it. Museum of the Moon returns to the city this May, and the installation will stay on display for more than two weeks. So, if you’re in Dubai during this Eid Al Adha break, there’s plenty of time to stop by. Museum of the Moon is an art object created by UK artist Luke Jerram (on the image below) using detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. The glowing installation is an exact replica of the moon with all the...

If your kids never say no to games and adventures, take them to Al Amal Park this weekend. There's a free family event happening there from June 26 to 28, with water activities, interactive games, fun challenges, treasure hunts, and sandcastle building. The fun starts at 6 PM and continues until 10 PM each evening, with plenty to keep children busy. There's another reason to visit Al Amal Park this weekend: the free splash area. This water play zone has sprinklers and small slides, and yes, it's often the first stop for many families. Get ready for plenty of happy...

A major shift in regional travel is on the way. Pakistan is preparing to launch its first-ever international ferry service, offering a new and more affordable option to connect with the UAE and other Gulf countries. As for now, airlines dominate this route. But for many travellers — especially those visiting for work or pilgrimage — a ferry could mean a lower-cost, more accessible option. Once operational, the ferry service will provide an alternative to air travel, which is currently the only commercial travel option between Pakistan and the GCC, including the UAE. The new service is expected to serve...

If good food with real taste and zero-waste living matter to you, Torba Market’s next pop-up belongs on your weekend plans. This Saturday, May 16, head to Qanat Quartier, The Pearl Island. It's where you'll find the pop-up happening on an actual bridge. Yes, literally! Torba Market on a bridge isn’t something you see every day, so make sure to find some time this Saturday afternoon to come by. The pop-up will be open from 5 PM to 9 PM. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Torba Market سوق تربة (@torbamarket) For one evening, the bridge will...

A Studio Ghibli pop-up has opened at Inner Child, a villa bakery in Al Khawaneej, Dubai. Running throughout the summer, the experience brings together Japanese animation and freshly baked treats. The event is dedicated to the iconic work of directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, whose films have reached audiences worldwide. Inner Child offers a quiet escape from Dubai’s busy pace. For this pop-up, the bakery has transformed its space with Studio Ghibli-themed coffee and cakes. Visitors will find drinks and desserts styled with wide eyes and whimsical details that nod to popular characters from the studio’s films.    ...

Dubai’s One Za’abeel is turning up the heat with a major summer retail event. The Curated Playlist pop-up is taking over The Plaza for two weekends — May 23 to 25 and May 30 to June 1 — bringing together an impressive lineup of regional and global brands across fashion, beauty, homeware and more. This immersive shopping experience celebrates independent and well-known labels, with everything from statement jewellery and beachwear to clean skincare and handmade ceramics.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by One Za’abeel (@onezaabeel) Some of the participating brands (organisers promise more than...

If you're always on the hunt for an unusual dining spot in Dubai, ROOH by Priya deserves a spot on your list. This new restaurant has just opened at Jewel of the Creek, bringing a contemporary take on Indian cuisine. Before opening ROOH in Dubai, Chef Priya Joseph worked in Singapore. At her new spot, classic Indian dishes remain at the heart of the menu, but each of them comes with its own creative touch. Taco Ghee Roast with Mangalorean chicken and curry leaves flavour-packed Pani Puri Himalayan-inspired Thukpa Stuffed Achari Baingan with spiced baby eggplant and slow-cooked tomato sauce...