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If you thought you’d already seen every food trend possible, here’s another one landing in Dubai: the Bragel. Circle Café has officially added the new bakery hybrid to the menu, combining the soft richness of brioche with the chewy texture of a classic bagel. The Bragels are now available at all Circle Café branches in Dubai. And if you’re always the one hesitating between sweet or savoury, you can have both. The launch menu includes eight flavours. Are you into Jalapeño Cheese? Prefer Caramelised Onion with bacon jam? Or maybe something sweeter like Blueberry, Cinnamon Raisin, or Nutella Hazelnut to...

Evening walks, outdoor artworks and live music… if you like this kind of vibe, you’re in luck. Al Majarrah Park in Sharjah reopens on May 21, with a free public celebration. The park is located right in Sharjah’s heritage district and now has walking paths, green spaces and creative outdoor installations spread around the area. Coming to celebrate the opening? You can drop by from 7:30 PM to 10 PM for an evening filled with art, music and family activities. Entry is free and no booking is required. Also in Sharjah this week: Eid Al Adha Exhibition with shopping deals...

Already planning your next dinner out in Sharjah? Add Isabella’s Street Kitchen to the list. This new restaurant has just opened on East Boulevard in Aljada, and it serves everything we all love: thin-crust pizzas fresh from the oven, comforting pasta dishes, and even colourful mocktails to keep the night going. You can watch pizzas being prepared in the open kitchen before they head into the oven, filling the restaurant with the smell of fresh dough and melted cheese. Here are a few other dishes worth trying: Spicy Rigatoni Rosa Chicken Parmigiana San Marzano tomato and hot honey Isabella Steak...

You know how quickly time flies. One day you’re planning the school Eid break, and the next thing you know, summer holidays are already around the corner. Luckily, Al Ain Zoo has a new way to keep children busy this July with a summer camp full of animal encounters, science activities, outdoor games, and creative workshops. This year's programme is called “Legacy of the Desert” and it's created for children from 6 to 12. Every camp week includes sessions where kids can explore wildlife, conservation, and desert culture right inside Al Ain Zoo. One activity lets children build their own...

Want to test your drifting skills without leaving Dubai? No Grip DXB has officially opened in Al Quoz 3, and it has something no one else in the world can offer so far: a two-level indoor drift-karting track! Alongside the drift track, you’ll find racing simulators, arcade-style games, and a pool table. Come and challenge your friends, plan a birthday party, or an active family day out. No Grip DXB welcomes everyone aged 12 and above for a day of pure adrenaline. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @nogrip.dxb Location: Al Ghurair Warehouse Complex, Al Quoz 3...

Dubai is getting a new museum, and the first details already hint at something truly futuristic. Opening in DIFC Zabeel District, Museum of Digital Art (MoDA) will be filled with immersive rooms, interactive spaces, and futuristic digital art experiences. It will be the city's first museum fully focused on digital art and new technologies. Tech is already such a huge part of daily life, and this new space will have five floors packed with digital installations, multimedia artworks, and experimental displays. Inside MODA, visitors will find permanent and temporary exhibitions and technology-driven artworks that go far beyond traditional gallery spaces....

Planning your Eid Al Adha evenings in Abu Dhabi? Head to Qasr Al Hosn for a traditional celebration filled with interactive music sessions and live cultural performances. “Rhythms of Tradition” will take place on two evenings on May 27 and 28. The programme draws inspiration from traditional Emirati art forms. Guests will take part in guided rhythm sessions and musical moments that focus on movement, sound, and shared participation. If your Eid plans already include exploring Abu Dhabi, this celebration at Qasr Al Hosn might be worth adding to your evening list. Location: Qasr Al Hosn, House of Artisans Dates:...

If you enjoy long lunches or leisurely breakfasts with a stylish twist, there’s good news! tashas, the South African café known for its refined comfort food and relaxed vibe, is opening new branches in Al Ain and Sharjah this May. If you’ve been to tashas before, you already know people come for the generous portions, relaxed atmosphere, and menu that works for breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, or slow dinners. Every new branch has its own look and feel: Al Ain branch opens on May 19. The café features soft neutral colours, natural textures, handmade details, and a custom ceiling installation...

If you like your coffee with a stamp of celebrity approval, here’s a new address in Dubai worth adding to your list. Cherry House has opened in Al Safa 1 near Sheikh Zayed Road, and it's ready to treat you with specialty coffee roasted on-site and fresh pastries. Cherry House was created by Emirati entrepreneur Mohamed Matar Al-Kus El-Falasi, founder of Saddle and Feels. The name of the café inspired by the fruit coffee beans come from, and deep cherry-colored interiors match this theme. After placing your order, you can watch the whole process happen in front of you, from...

A new hotel is about to open right by the mangroves in RAK, and honestly, the location alone already sounds like a good excuse for a weekend away. At Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves, every of the 258 rooms comes with its own balcony, so guests will wake up to mangrove views instead of city traffic and towers. The hotel is also packed with all essentials for a great staycation. There are separate pools for adults and kids, a gym, sauna, tennis and squash courts, beach volleyball, massage rooms, and water sports activities by the water. Families will...