Midday at DRIFT Dubai comes with a French accent. Launching Monday, 2 February, Le Midi is the restaurant’s new business lunch ritual, inviting guests to pause, indulge, and reset with Riviera-inspired flavours in one of Dubai’s most iconic seaside settings. Available daily from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Le Midi is designed as a refined escape from the working day - where conversations flow as easily as the ocean breeze and lunch becomes a moment to slow down, not rush through. Set within DRIFT’s restaurant overlooking the sea, pool, and its iconic arch, the experience brings a taste of France’s midday

Consider this your official excuse to cancel all other Saturday plans. If you’re after a joyful, vibrant brunch, Son of a Fish in Dubai Harbour is the destination. Inspired by the infectious energy of the Athenian Riviera, Son of a Brunch invites guests to feast, mingle, and lose track of time, exactly how weekends by the sea were always meant to be. Every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm, Son of a Brunch takes relaxed lunches and gives them a playful twist: a sun-soaked terrace, a medley of fresh coastal flavours served for sharing, flowing drinks, and a soundtrack that drifts

1920 Dubai is setting a new rhythm for Sunday nights with the launch of Latin Jazz Sundays, a weekly ritual dedicated to Latin-inspired sound, elevated cocktail culture and late-night speakeasy glamour. Located on the 52nd floor of ICD Brookfield Place, the Art Deco–inspired bar offers a striking backdrop for the experience, with sweeping views of Downtown Dubai setting the stage for a refined yet soulful evening above the city. Every Sunday, Latin Jazz Sundays will bring together live Latin-inspired jazz, soulful brass and rhythmic percussion, flowing through the space as cocktails are shaken and poured behind the bar. The menu features

Spill the Bean's twist features a gluten-free millet version of the ancient dish This Ramadan, Spill the Bean, the Dubai-based independent specialty coffee shop and neighbourhood café, is offering its own unique twist on aseeda, the nostalgic Middle Eastern and North African pudding. Aseeda, typically a wheat-and-date dessert served to mark occasions such as Mawlid and Eid, is being given a creative twist at Spill the Bean, served as a gluten-free millet version, with saffron-infused ghee and date syrup. Local third-wave coffee movement pioneer, Spill the Bean, has always prided itself on creating imaginative culinary dishes that expertly pair with its range of

Dubai Collection Nights has returned with its fourth edition,and will takeplace over the next two weeks until 8 March.The expanded 14-day programme opened yesterday and features a special exhibition alongside curated public events, including workshops, artist studio tours and talks. This year’s edition marks the most ambitious iteration of Dubai Collection Nights to date, held across multiple venues throughout the city, with the Al Safa Art and Design Library serving as the central hub for the programme.  Inspired by Dubai Collection’s 2026 theme, Mapping Memories: Landscapes in Flux and Geometries of the Imagination,Dubai Collection Nights is designed to bring the public closer to

Switching things up this holy month, Museum of Illusions Dubai invites resident families to enjoy a special post-iftar outing, with an adult plus child ticket available for AED 90, turning the evening into a fun, shared experience where kids can lead the way through curiosity, laughter, and surprise. With Kids Go Free, every paying adult can bring one child aged 15 and below complimentary, making it an easy family plan to extend the night beyond the dining table A refreshing alternative to the usual mall stroll or café visit, families can step into illusion-filled rooms, optical installations, and interactive exhibits designed

Dubai is known for luxury tourism, but its desert landscapes offer unique opportunities for eco-adventure. The city’s leadership recognizes that sustainability tourism must highlight natural heritage as well as modern innovation. Desert tourism is being reimagined to combine adventure, culture, and environmental responsibility. Eco-adventure includes dune safaris, camel treks and stargazing experiences that connect visitors to the desert’s beauty. Camps are adopting renewable energy, water recycling, and eco-friendly materials, ensuring minimal impacts on environment. Local traditions, such as Bedouin hospitality and storytelling are integrated into experiences preserving cultural heritage. Innovation enhances desert tourism. Drons and sensors monitor wildlife, ensuring conservation. AR and

In recent years, Dubai has become one of the most advanced healthcare systems in the Middle East thanks to major investments in its health infrastructure. Both government and private healthcare institutions serve not only local residents but also foreign visitors and expats with modern facilities and highly qualified medical professionals. However, for many people living in Dubai or staying for a short or long period, the most important question is: Are government hospitals or private healthcare institutions more advantageous? In this article, we compare government and private healthcare services in Dubai in detail based on criteria such as cost, accessibility, quality

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) on Tuesday launched the first report in its 2026 Future of Finance series. Titled "Global Wealth Outlook: Rethinking Growth in a Changing World," the report examines how global wealth is being reshaped by volatility, demographic change and shifting capital flows. The world’s high-net-worth individual (HNWI) population of nearly 23 million individuals who collectively hold close to US$87 trillion in wealth reinforces the scale and influence of this cohort on global capital markets. Against this backdrop, the report underscores Dubai’s emergence as a destination of choice for HNWIs, family offices and global private capital as investors actively seek portfolios