February 2020 Connector Dubai

Dubai’s No.1 Monthly Community Magazine

February 2020

From Falafel To Fatoush Middle Eastern Diners

How To Get Your Skin Looking Young And Fresh

Romantic Dining Treats For Valentine’s Day

Why Your Nursery Should Have A Qualified Team

Inside This Issue - Competitions With Prizes Worth Over AED 5,000!

EDITOR’S NOTE Living in Dubai we are genuinely spoilt for choice when it comes to the different dining options, with thousands of restaurants serving up food from all corners of the world, but some of the best cuisine is here on our doorstep. Middle Eastern food is a fusion of dishes spanning many countries from Turkey in the north to Yemen in the south, and from Egypt in the west to Iran in the east, and everywhere in between. This month we take a little tour of Dubai and highlight just a few of the different ones to try and what you can expect.

Moving our taste buds further apart, we visited chef Izu Ani’s latest restaurant Aya, a Japanese restaurant with Mediterranean influences, and we were pretty impressed.

We also continue our series on individuals who are using their time and expertise to do something different and to give back, and this month we met with Dubai resident Dr Shambavi Rajagopal, who launched Save Scrap and Sew, which has grown into a team of over 100 buddies that create sheets, pillows and bags from tailors scraps, and given to those in need, locally and internationally.

It's another great issue with loads to keep the family informed and updated, as well as more amazing competitions with some great prizes, free for you to enter.

Enjoy the issue and enjoy the month, and even with the extra day it may be a short one, but it most certainly is a fun one!

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Dubai’s No.1 Monthly Community Magazine

February 2020

From Falafel To Fatoush Middle Eastern Diners

How To Get Your Skin Looking Young And Fresh

Romantic Dining Treats For Valentine’s Day

Why Your Nursery Should Have A Qualified Team

Inside This Issue - Competitions With Prizes Worth Over AED 5,000!

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CONTENTS

8 • Updates From Dubai

10 • Editor’s Picks

14 • Dates For Your Diary

24 • Valentine's Day Offer

28 • Gift Ideas For Him And Her

31 • Middle Eastern Cuisine

34 • This Month's Dining Deals

39 • Why Qualified Nursery Teachers

44 • Happy Birthday Kids

49 • Dental Health Check-Ups

54 • Look Young And Fresh

64 • Competition Time

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WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT DUBAI?

Here at Connector, we love our city and know you do too! We asked our readers to share their favourite things, best experiences and happiest times with us. Here are some of our favourite responses.

Natalia Kravchenko from Ukraine said: "Dubai knows how to celebrate and I cannot think about being anywhere else at NYE than here. This year I went to JBR on the beach and got to enjoy the fireworks at JBR as well as on Palm Jumeriah and be part of the fun atmosphere. Best way to welcome the new decade.�

Andre Kassas from Lebanon said: "I have been a resident here for over 14 years and Dubai has been good to me, I have learned a lot and developed as a person, but my favourite thing is I have so many great friends all from different countries who I keep in touch with and will visit one day. Only possible to meet so many different people in Dubai."

Aarti Deol from India said: "I love food and seafood is my favourite and the best place for me to go that I love is Bu Qtair in Jumeirah. The food is tasty and it is a great place to go with my family for a good fish meal.�

Sarah Wells from United Kingdom said: "The stand out for me in Dubai as a relative newbie (been here 2 years) is just how clean it is. It further demonstrates the pride there is in the city from everyone that lives here and showcasing it to everyone that visits."

What do you think about Dubai? Send your thoughts to us at admin@connector-dubai.com!

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FYI

Key news and updates

from around Dubai

With so much going on in Dubai, it is easy to miss some of the most interesting and important updates and announcements.

Here is a round-up of some of this month's news for Dubai.

Downtown Gets A New Emaar Hotel Property Emaar Hospitality Group has now announced the official opening of its latest hotel, Address Sky View, in Downtown Dubai. Featuring majestic views of Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai’s unique skyline, Address Sky View is made up of two towers, connected by a floating Sky Bridge in the heart of Downtown Dubai. The hotel boasts 169 rooms and 551 apartments and a 70-metre long infinity pool. Complete with a range of culinary concepts and eateries, as well as a spa and fitness centres, guests can enjoy the minimalistic yet refined interiors of the hotel.

Five-Year Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa For All Nationalities Announced The United Arab Emirates has announced a new tourist visa for five years with multiple entry for all nationalities. The UAE welcomes approximately 21 million visitors annually, and the goal of the new visa system is to further bolster the UAE’s position as a key global tourist destination.

Until now, most tourists could get a visa for 30 or 90 days with single or multiple entry. Even though it is not yet confirmed, it is being said that the cabinet working on the new visa system has proposed the idea to extend the stay period to six months at a time for all five year visa holders.

What People Ordered The Most In 2019 Online food delivery platform, Uber Eats has revealed that in the UAE, the most popular item ordered for home delivery in 2019 was pizza. Food lovers also showed a preference for something cold, either a trendy poke bowl for a savory kick or an Instagramfriendly acai for something sweeter. Other popular items include: shawarma, tacos, falafel, garlic, halloumi, hummus and popcorn.

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The Swankiest And Most Expensive AirBnb Property In Dubai

Careem Has Docked Green Bike Stations Across Dubai Careem’s green bike stations have popped up in a number of Dubai communities and which has got residents talking.

Areas that have Careem bikes are Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Al Barsha, The Greens, Internet City, Media City, Palm Jumeirah, Downtown, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai Canal, Deira, Karama, Mankhool, Al Qusais and Al Khawaneej.

To use the bike, you need to download the Careem Bike App, set up an account and choose your membership plan from four options, from 1 day, 1 week, 1 month and 1 year.

Once membership is active users can unlock any bike by either scanning the QR code on the bike frame or entering the 5-digit code on the dock keypad. A green light appears on the dock and unlocks the bike.

Careem Bike is created for quick trips of short distances and getting from point A to point B. With any active membership, users can take as many rides as they like as long as each trip is less than 60 minutes. If the bike is returned to a docking station more than 60 minutes later, overtime fees will be added. www.connector.ae

Frank Porter, the AirBnb Property Management Company has now made a very luxurious property in Dubai available for short term rental through AirBnb. Located in the tallest residential building, the 43,000 square feet The Penthouse at 23 Marina is spread over three floors (88, 89 and 90) and offers 360° panoramic views of the city through its floor to ceiling windows.

The property includes 3 bars, a cigar lounge, night club, home cinema, swimming pool, 6 bedrooms, 18 bathrooms, 6 terraces and an industrial kitchen, as well as secret passageways.

The Penthouse boasts the highest swimming pool and opens up to eight outdoor terraces across the three floors. Finally, on the 90th floor sits a lounge that can accommodate 500 guests. There is a 22-seater dining table, bespoke pieces of art, the finest Italian marble, custom-made furnishings, a private nightclub and a professional catering kitchen - and that’s just the 90th floor!

Have loads of extra cash to splurge? Want to stay or host a party in this penthouse? You can, for Dhs 35,000 per night.

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EDITOR’S PICKS Blending styles of two stylish cities of Delhi and Paris, this skirt from Sandro in gold is already one of our favourites. Finish the look with a snuggly cashmere sweater for a perfect winter look. Priced at Dhs 1,720.

Up the luxury styling game by owning these shades from the Italian fashion brand Fendi.

The strong square lenses, accompanied by a jewelled F, are sure to turn heads towards you.

Available at Grand Optics stores.

Wrap up warm in this brown cashmere sweater from COS. The stylish luxurious winter dressing piece is so versatile and can be worn for your outdoor walks, travel styles or for relaxing in comfort at home. Priced at Dhs 895.

Designed for a busy on-the-go individual, Cole Haan's latest edition of GrandPrø Rally Sneakers offers style, and comfort combined in one. Needless to say, these are super lightweight as well. Priced at Dhs 550.

Pep up your activewear look this winter by adding these new neon pink leggings from DKNY’s Holiday Sportswear Collection.

A pop of colour will also take the Insta vibes and likes up. Priced at Dhs 215.

The latest Nike Air Zoom SuperRep shoes offer the same level of expertise provided to professional athletes as well as all fitness enthusiasts who work out regularly to better themselves. Price starts at Dhs 699.

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EDITOR’S PICKS Maison Berluti reveals a new Blue Metal belt offering a modern and futuristic interpretation to the regular patina, mixing black, blue and silver tones to offer a new and refreshed perspective.

Priced at Dhs 3,050.

Kick off 2020 in style with party-ready pieces from KAGE's Resort 2020 collection. Style the silver base Catherine earrings to transform any look from day to evening in seconds. Priced at Dhs 830. www.bykage.com

DKNY Style your outfit with a chic crew neck sweater from Leem. Crew necks are practical and utilitarian, plus Leem's sophisticated tailoring will set you apart from the crowd.

Priced at Dhs 249.

Inspired by a majestic and imaginative tourist destination, Iceland, this RIMOVA suitcase in deep berry colour not only makes up for a stylish travel companion but is also roadtested by customers for its endurance levels. Prices start at Dhs 2,390.

The glimmering accent of these vases from Auroliving perfectly blends in with any colour scheme. Place them just about anywhere in your house to get the ultimate desired look.

Prices start at Dhs 89.

Make these dreamy heels your own this season. Styled by Kuwaiti designer Fatmah Hussain and handcrafted in Italy, the new shoe brand Carat is the 'IT' luxury brand for all fashionistas. Priced at Dhs 2,100. www.caratbrandofficial.com

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CONNECTOR CHAMPIONS

How some scrap and a strong will

can make a difference Dr Shambavi Rajagopal, 53, a woman filled with compassion and passion started a very simple yet innovative initiative on her own roughly four years ago without knowing that one day it won’t only bring a purpose to the lives of many but will also create an impact across the globe.

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ne ordinary day, as Dr. Shambavi Rajagopal, who had just finished her PhD, visited her tailor, and on seeing a pile of waste cloth at the shop asked him, “Where does it all this go?”, the answer was quite obvious - “to landfill.”

That day Dr Shambavi Rajagopal came back home with an unsettling thought on what can be done with the scrap. She knew she could not do it alone, so she made a WhatsApp group, added some people from her building to it, explained her idea to them and the same evening, the project began.

Now some four years after the social crusade began, a collective group of more than 200 men, women and teens have recycled 5 tonnes of scrap material collected from various tailors and boutiques across the UAE and have donated over 10,000 sheets, bags and pillows to the needy across the globe through their charity partner Emirates Red Crescent.

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out more about her journey on a path where some selfless souls march ahead boldly to give back to society and achieve a sense of fulfilment: How Did You Begin With Charity Work?

The day I sent the message to the WhatsApp group explaining how we can save the scrap, we were five people ready with roughly 5 kilograms of scrap material with us. We started sorting, cutting, sewing. I had one idea that I want to make things of utility which anyone can use. So we started making sheets, bags and pillows, which only need threads and our own machines.

We do not want to make dresses which would need more skills, and extra material costs, and will also intimidate people who don’t know how to sew to look at our social media pages and get demotivated that they cannot do it.

How Did You Get More People To Join You? I made a Facebook page and started to add #connectordubai

CONNECTOR CHAMPIONS posts on our work on every day basis. And that’s how I started to get in touch with various women groups, and we got calls from mums, so many senior citizens who come here on visit, wanted to keep themselves occupied. We also got our website made in February 2016, where people send us requests to join our buddy programs, and we also update each and everything we create and donate to keep the process as transparent as we can.

Did You Ever Think Of Monetising The Project?

It is a low cost model, and since beginning only I decided that whatever we will make, we want to give away.

I do get offers from companies, but we do not entertain those offers. The thought is clear when people need a sheet, we want to give them sheets and not money instead. We are so many people working and sharing same passion about the project, the day money is involved, there will be a conflict.

How Did You Partner With Emirates Red Crescent?

Everyone used to scare me that you are doing something and no one knows about it, you may get in trouble for that. So, one day I took a sheet, bag and pillow and went to Islamic Affair Department, and told them what we are doing it and making it from scrap. We do not sell anything. Their response was “ok good.” When I insisted that we are looking for some kind of official approval, she gave me a list of charities and asked me to obtain a license from any of them. That’s how we got in touch with officials from Emirates Red Crescent who issued us a license and renew it every three months. The process was very smooth and did not involve any cost at all. www.connector.ae

How Do You Source The Scrap Material?

Whosoever joins the group can source it from any boutique they know. We cannot cope with huge amounts of scrap as we do not have space to store the scrap. So even when you have 5 kilograms of scrap, it takes two months to use the scrap and build things out of it. Roughly, we are in contact with 15 boutiques and tailoring shops but we are not limited to those.

What Kind Of Costs Do You Bear Running The Project?

It’s not a lot.

Sometimes transportation costs from going to the host’s house in Dubai or other Emirates, and thread and label-making costs.

We encourage people to make groups and meet once a week at a place within walkable distance from their houses, so they do not spend money on transportation. Then we have a website, which my brother sponsors as part of his contribution to the project.

How Can Anyone Join The Initiative?

Send us a message through our Facebook page Save Scrap and Sew @SSSbuddies or our website www.savescrapnsew.com and we will make sure that we get in touch with interested people and make them a part of the process.

Can People Who Don’t Know How To Sew Join?

No there are not any conditions, anyone with a will to contribute can join it. They can cut, iron and can learn sewing with us from us. They only need to bring along their will to serve.

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

What to do

throughout February Even with an extra day, February is the shortest month of the year, but it doesn't mean it is short on things to do. This month there are things for book lovers, sports enthusiasts, music fans, foodies and those that love to laugh. Take a look at our round-up of just some of what is happening this month.

When: 4-9 February Emirates Airline Festival Of Literature Meet some world famous authors, take part in literary debates and workshops, and participate in a number of competitions.

This year's line-up of authors includes Tayari Jones, Hoda Barakat, Mohammed Hanif, Linwood Barclay, Graeme Simsion, Mitch Albom and Omar Saif Ghobash. The event is a must for any book reading enthusiast. www.emirateslitfest.com

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When: 6 February Camille Thomas At Dubai Opera This February, the French-Belgian star Camille Thomas arrives for her first show at Dubai Opera with a programme of Bach’s Cello Suite Number 1, 2, 3 and 5.

This rising star became the first cellist signed by the prestigious label Deutsche Grammophon in 40 years. Tickets start from Dhs 150. www.dubaiopera.com

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY When: 6-7 February RedFestDXB RedFestDXB returns for another edition at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre.

Expect heavyweights Stormzy, Bastille, Martin Garrix, Cheat Codes, Machine Gun Kelly and more to perform back-to-back concerts during the two-day event. Tickets start at Dhs 395. www.redfestdxb.com When: 7 February Pakistan International Screen Awards ‬Coca-Cola Arena will see Pakistan’s film celebrities walking the red carpet to collect their much deserved awards.

The inimitable careers of Nadeem Baig, Ghulam Mohiuddin, and Abida Parveen will be honoured with Lifetime Achievement Awards. Tickets start at Dhs 100. www.coca-cola-arena.com

When‭: 6 ‬ ‭and 7 ‬ ‬‭ and 12-14‭‬ February Laughter Factory‭ ‬ The ultimate laughter roller coster returns with a new line-up of comics and four shows in Dubai and one in Abu Dhabi‭.

Tez Ilyas‭, K ‬ aren Bayley and Chris Betts will be taking to the stage and leaving their audiences in stitches with their own individual styles‭‬ of stand-up comedy‭. ‬Ticket prices start at Dhs 160‭.‬ www.thelaughterfactory.com When: 7 February Bjorn Again Fans, finally the ABBA tribute show arrives at Dubai Opera. With 5,000 shows performed in 71 countries around the world, Bjorn Again guarantee a fun-packed performance. Expect them to perform all-time dance and pop hits by the iconic Swedish group including 'Dancing Queen' and 'Money, Money, Money'.

Entry tickets start at Dhs 95. www.dubaiopera.com www.connector.ae

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY When: 8 February Vir Das Live Internationally acclaimed Indian standup comedian, Bollywood actor and columnist, Vir Das will be performing at Dubai Opera. As part of his Loved Tour. Known for tongue-in-cheek, rather satirical humour, Das is the first Indian to land a Netflix special - Abroad Understanding. ae.bookmyshow.com When: 12 February ​Bloomberg Square Mile Relay Bloomberg Square Mile Relay, a corporate race series, sees financial services firms team up and compete for the title of ‘fastest firm in the city’. In groups of 10, teams will race a one-mile path from DIFC Gate Building to Gate Avenue. Tickets start from Dhs 6,100 per team of 10 runners. www.squaremilerelay.com When: 10-11 February A-Ha Live At Dubai Opera Pop music icons A-Ha are coming to Dubai with their Hunting High And Low tour. A-Ha singer Morten Harket, keyboardist Magne Furuholmen and guitarist Pål WaaktaarSavoy have sold more than 55 million albums and remain one of the UK and Europe’s most loved pop bands, regularly playing stadiums and festivals. Entry starts at Dhs 250. www.dubaiopera.com When: 13 February The Rose At QE2 A moving performance on the QE2 stage will leave audiences glued to their seats till the very end. Watch a young boy start his adventurous journey in an enchanting world where with the help of a powerful rose picked up from the garden of good and evil, he travels across the roads of mystery and redemption. Tickets start from Dhs 90. www.theatrebyqe2.com 16 FEBRUARY CONNECTOR

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY When: 13 February Dubai World Cup Carnival The build up to one of the wealthiest races across the world, Dubai World Cup, continues with another race meeting in a series of nail biting races. See leading jockeys and horses from around the world race their way to the finish line to win a hefty prize purse. Entry is free for general admission or packages are available for a luxury experience. www.dubairacingclub.com When: 14 February Maluma Live Latin music fans are in for a pleasant surprise as Colombian superstar Maluma will be coming to Dubai for his debut live performance in the Emirate as part of his 11:11 World Tour. Expect him to perform a number of tracks from his latest album 11:11 and much more.

Entry starts from Dhs 295. www.coca-cola-arena.com When: 13-14 February Formidable! Aznavour At Dubai Opera The show is a musical tribute to the life of Charles Aznavour also known as France’s Frank Sinatra. Aznavour’s prolific career spanned 70 years, during which he recorded more than 1,200 songs. The show will feature a stage setting with images and videos from his career. Entry starts at Dhs 275. www.dubaiopera.com When‭: ‬14‭‬ February SANAM Band Live ‬ Romance will truly be in the air this Valentine’s Day as leading Indian pop rock band Sanam‭, ‬known for its renditions of old classic Bollywood songs as well as original music paves way for a magical concert in Dubai‭. ‬The live concert at Bollywood Parks will also feature Indian singer and song writer Sanah Moidutty‭. ‬Tickets start from Dhs 99‭. ‬ae.bookmyshow.com www.connector.ae

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY When: 17-29 February Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championship The two week long tennis championship consists of a WTA Premier 5 women’s event followed by the ATP 500 men’s competition, where top tennis stars compete to win the coveted title. Last year saw Roger Federer win his 100th overall title and eighth Dubai title. Get ready for some great tennis action. dubaidutyfreetennischampionships.com

When: 20 February-7 March Dubai Food Festival The gastronomic heavy event Dubai Food Festival returns with a two-week extravaganza filled with vast food related activities. From fine dining to the 'hidden gems' of small and popular restaurants to the participation of a wide range of international restaurants, you will experience food like never before with tons of activities spread across town. www.visitdubai.com

When‭: ‬21-22‭‬ February XYoga‭‬ XYoga‭, ‬a two-day festival of uninterrupted yoga and fitness sessions and activities‭, ‬is returning to Dubai's Kite Beach‭. ‬Now in‭‬ its fourth year‭, ‬XYoga is inviting yogis of all levels and ages to dive into expert-led‭, ‬quality meditation and spiritual discipline from sunrise to sundown‭. ‬Entry is free‭.‬ Bring your own mats‭. ‬www‭.‬xyogadubai.com

When: 26-28 February Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival Held annually at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival will be bringing top artists including One Republic, R&B singer Lauryn Hill and singer songwriter Lionel Richie, to perform live for fans in Dubai. Tickets are priced at Dhs 350 for a one day regular standing ticket and from Dhs 850 for a three day ticket. www.dubaijazzfest.com 18 FEBRUARY CONNECTOR

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY When: 26-27 February The Greatest Hits At QE2 The iconic floating hotel is set to bring back to back nights of entertainment taking you down memory lane to the era of Beatles, Rolling Stones and more.

A talented 60s tribute band will be performing all the greatest hits of the jiving decade making you twist and shout all night. Tickets start at Dhs 355.50. www.theatrebyqe2.com

When: 27-29 February The Kite Runner At Dubai Opera Dubai Opera will be hosting the stage adaption of Khaled Hosseini’s international best-selling novel, The Kite Runner. The story of Amir and his friendship with Hassan, and how a series of events and incidents in Afghanistan leave a patch on their friendship and lives for ever.

Tickets start from Dhs 250. www.dubaiopera.com

When: 28 February Al Marmoom Women’s Cycling Challenge The cycling challenge along the course of Al Qudra track invites all women, novice and expert to take part. Participants can choose from the distances of 10, 20 and 70km. The beautiful ride will take you through the breathtaking landscapes of Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Resort.

Entry starts at Dhs 75. www.womenscycling.ae

When‭: ‬28-29‭ ‬February‭ ‬ UK Boarding School Exhibition Dubai The exhibition‭, ‬now in its 15th year‭, ‬enables families living in the Gulf region to meet heads and representatives of UK boarding schools and talk to specialist education consultants.

Entry is free and parents will receive a free copy of the UK Boarding Schools Directory‭. ‬The event will be held at Grosvenor House Hotel‭, ‬Dubai Marina‭.‬ www.andersoneducation.co.uk www.connector.ae

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COMING SOON

Plan ahead for these

upcoming events One thing it is safe to say about Dubai is there is rarely a quiet moment. We are spoilt with choices of all the different events and activities to enjoy and experience, and planning ahead becomes crucial. To help you out, here are just some of what you can look forward to over coming months.

When‭: 5 ‬ March Madness Live At The Irish Village The Legendary British Ska band Madness‭, ‬return to Dubai to perform their well-known hits such as 'Our House' and 'Baggy Trousers'‭. ‬Led by flamboyant frontman Graham McPherson‭, most commonly known as Suggs, ‬the British band will bring their party vibes to The Irish Village‭. ‬Entry starts at Dhs 275‭. ‬ www.theirishvillage.com

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When: 4 March Katherine Jenkins Live At Dubai Opera Britain’s best-selling classical artist of the last 25 years, Katherine Jenkins is coming to Dubai for a one-off night to perform at Dubai Opera. Multi-award-winning Katherine has performed all over the world, for the Pope, for Presidents and is a favourite of the Royal Family. Entry starts from Dhs 295. VIP packages are available. www.dubaiopera.com

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COMING SOON When: 5-6 March Lea Salonga At Dubai Opera The Tony and Olivier Award-winner and first Asian to play Eponine in the Broadway musical Les Miserables, Lea Salonga, will be performing all her hits, ballads, and her songs from Disney classics at Dubai Opera. Younger fans will recognise her as Disney’s Princess Jasmine and Mulan. Tickets start from Dhs 250. www.dubaiopera.com

When: 5-7 March Middle East Film And Comic Con Pick up your favourite superhero outfit and head down to the Dubai World Trade Centre to attend the massive event where you can meet and greet your favourite comic characters, and be one as well. The event will be brimming with a wide range of entertainment options, competitions and workshops. Entry starts at Dhs 185. www.mefcc.com

When: 5-7 March Taste Of Dubai The city's best loved food and entertainment event returns to Dubai bigger and better. From live performances to tempting chef's tables, cooking classes, restaurants' tasting menus, entertainment options for adults and kids alike and much more. Taste of Dubai is the full package for a fun day out. www.tasteofdubaifestival.com

When: 6 March Hatta Hills Run This race will take place amid the breathtaking surroundings of Hatta region. Choose from the distances of 21, 10 and 5km route, and follow the scenic course along tree-lined villages up to Hatta Dam. There is also an option to choose a 2.5km route. Tickets start from Dhs 175. www.supersportsuae.com www.connector.ae

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COMING SOON When: 6 March Irish Music In The Movies At QE2 Sing along to your favourite songs from renowned movies at Theatre by QE2, aboard the Queen Elizabeth 2.

This show will feature live music with smashing hits from popular films such as Titanic, Gangs of New York, P.S. I Love You and more.

Entry starts from Dhs 180. www.theatrebyqe2.com

When‭: ‬12‭ M ‬ arch‭ Gypsy Kings At Dubai Opera Back by popular demand‭, ‬Latin pop music legends Gipsy Kings return for one night.‭‬ The Gipsy Kings have introduced millions of listeners to a unique‭, ‬irresistible blend of traditional flamenco styles with Western‭‬ pop and Latin rhythms through popular singles such as 'Bamboléo' and 'Volare'‭.‬Tickets start from Dhs 195‭.‬ www.dubaiopera.com

When‭: ‬20‭‬ March Midge Ure Live At The Irish Village Scottish singer-songwriter Midge Ure will perform at The Irish Village on 20‭ ‬March‭. ‬Enjoy his signature hit singles including‭ ‬‘Vienna’‭, ‬‘Dancing With Tears in My Eyes’‭ ‬and‭ ‬‘No Regrets’‭. ‬The musician enjoyed significant success in the 1970s and 1980s as part of bands like Thin Lizzy‭, ‬Rich Kids and Ultravox‭. ‬Entry starts at Dhs 175‭. ‬www.theirishvillage.com

When: 25-28 March Art Dubai At Madinat Jumeirah Art Dubai, an international art fair, returns for its 14th edition. The fair provides a platform for emerging talent to showcase their works alongside established artists.

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COMING SOON When: 27 March Russ At Coca-Cola Arena US rapper Russ is coming to Dubai to perform at the Coca-Cola Arena. The fame behind popular tracks 'What They Want' and 'Losin Control'. Russ’ 2017 album 'There’s Really a Wolf' was certified platinum and his follow-up record 'Zoo' ranked number four on the Billboard charts. Tickets start from Dhs 250. www.coca-cola-arena.com When: 16-18 April Schools And Childcare Show Looking for a school? As well as new schools, this show helps parents explore different options including nurseries, preschools, private institutes, after school clubs and other educational facilities across Dubai, all under one roof at Dubai World Trade Centre. Entry is free. www.schoolsandchildcare.com

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VALENTINE'S DAY OFFER

Where to be treated

on Valentine's Day

V alentine’s Day is here, and if you are still wondering where to enjoy a pleasant romantic candle light dinner for you and your loved one, we have got you covered. Whether you are looking for a beach side private cabana dinner, or a candle light dinner inside a restaurant or an alfresco setting, here are some of the top offers spread across multiple cuisines that we have rounded-up for you to choose from.

Valentine’s At Asia Asia Impress your loved one with an oriental romantic set-menu meal at Asia Asia in Pier 7, Dubai Marina, complete with stunning views of the surrounding skyline. The special package offers a complimentary glass of a selected beverage. Start with a complimentary amuse bouche, a choice of wagyu beef gyoza, a selection of nigiri or nasi moro miso followed by the classic mango 24 FEBRUARY CONNECTOR

miso black cod or Korean tenderloin steak.

For vegetarians, there is a vegetable platter to start, following with a stunning Japanese coconut curry.

Finish off with creamy yuzu cheese cake and chocolate bomb. Priced at Dhs 700 per couple. From 6pm to 2am on 14 February.

Call 04-2765900.

Valentine’s Day Night At Cavalli Club Restaurant And Lounge Dance the night away at one of the most hip night clubs in town, Cavalli Club. Celebrating Valentine’s Day night with a special theme paying homage to Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, couples can book their special Valentine’s Day package of a #connectordubai

VALENTINE'S DAY OFFER delicious menu and unlimited beverages for just Dhs 395 per person. Everyone walking in the club that night will be welcomed with a love potion drink and transported to a whimsical world of romance with themed decorations throughout.

Call 050-9910400.

Doors Freestyle Grill Located in Al Seef, Doors Freestyle Grill's special Valentine's Day menu comprises a showreel of heart warming dishes starting off with an array of appetisers, including avocado salad, bread dumplings, dolma and corn on the cob. For the main, there are signature dishes, such as beef kaymak, kofta, lamb chops, chicken chops and grilled shrimps.

And what would Valentine's Day menu be without a dessert to share. Dig your forks into their specially created dessert Rose of Love.

Furthermore, diners will also be wowed with a special mocktail #LovaPalooza.

Completing the romantic dinner will be mesmerising views of Dubai Creek and tunes of in-house guitarist. The menu is priced for Dhs 688 per couple, and can be booked from 6 to 15 February. www.doorsdubai.com Drift Beach Dubai Get in the mood to celebrate Valentine’s Day on 13 February. There’s an option to book a romantic dinner at Drift Beach Dubai located at one of the most luxurious properties in Dubai - One&Only Royal Mirage. Drift’s famous Provençal restaurant has curated a special Eve of Valentine’s Day package including a three-course set menu by Chef Maxime Le Van for Dhs 265 www.connector.ae

per person, excluding beverages. The menu includes dishes such as foie gras ravioli with duck consommé and truffle sauce, roasted duck breast with topinambour, almond and cherry sauce, mushroom risotto with fresh black truffle and strawberry and white chocolate parfait with shortbread. Call 04-3152200.

Romantic Beach Dinner At Dukes The Palm If you fancy taking your partner for a romantic dinner somewhere beach side, Dukes The Palm is offering couples a special Valentine’s Day package for Dhs 1,500 inclusive of a private table set-up on the property’s private beach, along with a three course set menu dinner.

The space can be reserved anytime between 5.30pm to 10.30pm. The hotel has extended the offer throughout the month of February. where the same package is also available for Dhs 1,000 on all days except 14 February. Call 04-4551111.

Fairmont The Palm Say it all this Valentine’s Day with Fairmont The Palm and its dining offer on 14 February at Indian restaurant, Little Miss India. Delight in a three course Indian special set menu (vegetarian option too) at one of the prettiest restaurants in town! Offer includes a special Valentine drink on arrival and a rose. Package is priced at Dhs 495 per couple. Call 04-4573457.

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VALENTINE'S DAY OFFER Dinner Under The Stars At Jumeriah Al Naseem This Valentine’s Day Jumeirah Al Naseem will be serving up a five course sharing set menu on the beach, including two glasses of premium beverage for Dhs 3,000 per couple. For those looking for something a little extraspecial, the hotel is also offering a private beach cabana package that includes a six course sharing set menu, including a bottle of premium beverage, Valentine’s Day hamper and bouquet of flowers for Dhs 5,000 per couple or Dhs 4,000 for the non-alcoholic package.

Call 04-4323232 Ketch Up In Bluewater Dubai Celebrate this Valentine’s Day at the newly opened licensed Ketch Up restaurant in Bluewater Dubai with a yummy set menu that includes oysters, tempura tiger prawns with wasabi mayo and tender beef medallions.

Although the view from the terrace doesn’t change, this menu will only be available for one day. The four course set menu, including a bottle of bubbles is priced at Dhs 690 per couple.

Call 04-3999404.

Liwan At Swissotel Al Ghurair Plan your Valentine's Day dinner at Swissotel Al Ghurair to enjoy an exclusive gourmet dinner complete with panoramic views of Old Dubai from its terrace and a live saxophonist performance. The menu includes items such as fresh oysters, 26 FEBRUARY CONNECTOR

Swiss Alplermagronen, dim sums, Spanish paella and mains such as live barbecue, Indian tandoori chicken and Mexican delicacies.

Conclude the evening with the delicious tres leches, sumptuous verrines and decadent hot chocolate lava cake. The package is priced at Dhs 450 per couple and dinner table can be booked between 7pm to 11pm on 14 February. Call 04-2933271.

Marea, DIFC Chef Michael White at Marea in DIFC has curated a very special four course romantic meal just for the occasion. The Valentine’s menu begins with a glass of bubbles and offers a selection of dishes to choose from including sea bream, tricolore caprese, a soft and milky burrata served with tomatoes, salsa verde and olives. Next on the menu is their famed dish garganelli, truffle quill pasta paired with parmigiano and gnochetti, Sicilian red prawn in a light tomato sauce garnished with rosemary and chili. Dig into the sharing special Valentine dessert to finish the meal. A vegetarian option for each course is available. The experience is priced at Dhs 650 per couple inclusive of four courses and a beverage.

Call 04-5836366.

Mediterranean Kitchen Mediterranean Kitchen is known for serving dishes with bold flavours, fresh ingredients, healthy options, and customer-friendly service. The restaurant has curated a special Valentines Day #connectordubai

VALENTINE'S DAY OFFER three course set menu consisting of savoury starter, main and heavenly dessert - the perfect meal along the beach to enjoy with your loved one.

The set menu inspired by the countries surrounding Mediterranean sea is priced at Dhs 300 for two. Call 04-5578335.

Positano, JW Marriot Marquis Spoil your loved one at Positano with a delicious Italian buffet on the outdoor terrace overlooking Business Bay. Dhs 250 per person, including a beverage on 14 February, from 6pm until midnight.

Call 04-4140000.

Meliã Desert Palm Dubai Nestled amidst a 160-acre estate, Meliã Desert Palm Dubai has a romantic staycation offer for Valentine’s weekend where couples can book one of the resort’s lavish suites or private pool villas.

A one night’s stay at each hideaway is complete with a rejuvenating 60-minute couple’s massage at Samãna Spa, a three course dinner at Rare followed by a turndown of fresh blossoms in their room, and all wrapped up with a tasty breakfast for two at Epicure the following morning.

Select from options of Dhs 1,500 for a Palm Deluxe room, Dhs 1,605 for a Palm Suite and Dhs 3,035 for a Polo Pool Villa on double occupancy basis. This offer is valid for stays from 14 to 15 February www.connector.ae

2020 with early check-in and late checkout available, subject to room availability.

Call 04-6029328.

Valentine’s Weekend Private Cabanas At Firefly Escape the pressures of everyday and slide into a weekend of romantic tranquillity at Firefly, Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City. Enjoy al fresco dining in a private cabana and satisfy appetites with pool side bites including delicious fresh oysters. Keep things casual around the cool, blue pool waters then finish the night under the stars with the picturesque evening set-up. The package is priced at Dhs 290 per person inclusive of two glasses of selected beverage, oyster platter, fruit platter, pool access and more from 8am to 11pm. Available from 13 to 15 February.

Call 04-4355577.

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah Couples seeking a special night out will be spoilt for choice at the picturesque beach front resort, just a stone’s throw away from the vibrant hustle and bustle of Dubai. The food only package is priced at Dhs 1,200 per couple and can be booked between 7.30pm and 11pm.

Couples can indulge in a six course dinner featuring caviar, lobster, lamb loin and an exclusively crafted dessert created just for this special moment. For an even more luxurious evening, transport in a Bentley is available upon request.

Call 04-8182222.

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VALENTINE'S GIFT IDEAS

Swarovski Purple Lens Sunglass Dhs 940

Jacquie Aiche Marquise Emerald Ring Dhs 10,284

MANGO Leather Biker Dhs 599

Plaisir Cadeaux et Fleurs Mini Dome Dhs 395

Gift Ideas For Her

DANI By Daniel K Heart Ring Dhs 1,689

Ted Baker Satara Starlet Stone Drop Earrings Dhs 615

Kate Spade Heart Shape Bag Dhs 1,190

COS Women's Tops Dhs 290

Steve Madden Jillian Ankle Boot Dhs 290

Tutus Kurniati Fallon Micro Pearl Collar Dhs 1,101

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VALENTINE'S GIFT IDEAS

Coach Card Holder Dhs 275

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Price On Request

COS Long Cotton Linen Jumper Dhs 595

MAISONSVM Bi Fold Wallet Croco Dhs 2,040

Gift Ideas For Him Giorgio Armani Sunglass Dhs 1,190

Pierre Marcolini Round Set Of 18 Hearts Dhs 200

Seventy Five Striped Muffler Dhs 39 www.connector.ae

Hawkins & Brimble After Shave Balm Dhs 62

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MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE

Falafel, hummus and kebabs

staples in Middle Eastern cuisine

M iddle Eastern cuisine is a combination of different cuisines of various countries across this region. The cuisine is diverse but still has a lot of similarities. Different cuisines that come under the spectrum of Middle Eastern cuisine are Arabian, Iranian, Turkish, Lebanese and many more. Some commonly used ingredients include olives, honey, dates, chickpeas, rice, mint, meat and parsley. Popular dishes include kebabs, falafel, baklava and shawarma. Dubai is home to literally hundreds of Middle Eastern cuisine restaurants, and here’s a quick round-up of some of our favourites that you may want to try.

Al Amoor With multiple branches spread across Dubai, this Egyptian traditional restaurant offers all the favourite dishes from the country of its origin. The ambience offers a family 30 FEBRUARY CONNECTOR

atmosphere. The restaurant takes great pride in the fact that they train their staff thoroughly with knowledge of all the dishes they serve, and teach them the origin of each dish and stories behind them. Some of the most popular dishes for which people queue at Al Amoor include koshasy special, chocolate pie, mix grill and koftas. www.alammor.com Al Ustad Located in Mankhool, Dubai, Al Ustad is a hidden gem but at the same time widely known for its authentic Persian kebab.

Very popular with locals and tourists as well, it boasts as serving some of the #connectordubai

MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE best fresh kebabs in Dubai. An absolute delight for all meat lovers out there. The portion sizes are generous and the prices are affordable. Try one of their mix plates available for dinner to enjoy the true experience of the place. Call 04-3971469.

Beirut Bites A new little eatery in Cluster W of JLT, Beirut Bites is the answer to your sudden cravings for falafel, kebabs and hummus.

Serving authentic street food from the lanes of Beirut in Dubai to the multicultural community, it serves up Middle Eastern fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with authentic flavours. The restaurant also has a bright outdoor space by the lake side for a perfect al fresco dining experience. The menu includes shakashouka pan, manakeesh, salads, soujok and cheese, mashrouha mix, kata, hummus, halloumi sticks, kneef pan and more.

Call 04-5803322.

Bait Maryam By Salam Dakkak Located in Cluster D of JLT, this is a cosy little restaurant serving Levatine cuisine.

Run by Salam Dakkak, the restaurant serves authentic Middle Eastern flavours inspired by her mother’s recipes.

In Arabic Bait means house, so Bait Maryam is Maryam’s (the name of Salam's mother) house. The interior also looks like a dining room of a regular household in the region, and most of the www.connector.ae

decor items belonged to Maryam. Salam is a fantastic host and makes sure that she personally says hello to diners at her restaurant. Some of the popular dishes at Bait Maryam are pasta and yogurt, kafta with tahini sauce, Maryam’s Fatet Musakhan, Maryam’s kebab and kana.

Call 04-2481995.

Farsi Restaurant With two branches in Dubai at JLT and Business Bay, Farsi Restaurant serves delicious Iranian kebabs and other Arabic dishes. Portion sizes are large and all dishes come with freshly baked hot and fluffy Iranian bread.

Meat dishes are the speciality, particularly the mixed grill.

Expect a plate of meat with a huge pile of saffron rice and bread and salad on the side which is more than enough to satisfy a hungry belly.

Call 04-4539998.

Madfoon Al Sadda Located in Umm Suqeim, the restaurant enjoys a good reputation among patrons of the Yemini rice and meat based dish, mandi. The restaurant features Arabic interiors with bright and colourful rugs, cushions and drapes. There are multiple sections separated from the rest of the restaurant, with drapes for a somewhat private dining experience. You can either choose the regular table setting or floor dining setting at the restaurant.

The service is up to point and the most popular dishes are mandi and baked kunafa. Call 04-3435544.

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MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE Mama'esh With five outlets in Dubai, Mama’esh is a causal dining eatery offering some tempting Arabic and Middle Eastern dishes along with street food favourites.

Some of the favourite and popular dishes include fatayers, shawarma, hummus and mana’esh. With affordable prices, and cosy interiors, it’s worth visiting this restaurant at any of its branches in Dubai. Call 04-4538166.

Maraheb With eight branches across Dubai, Maraheb is considered one of the best mandi restaurants in Dubai. Mandi is a traditionally Yemeni dish usually made from rice, meat (lamb or chicken) and a mixture of spices. The meat used is usually a young and small sized lamb to enhance the taste further.

It is a slow cooked dish and is cooked over four hours at least. Maraheb offers generous portions and is always busy, specially during lunch hours. Not that hungry? You can also order half portions.

Call 04-3469996.

Nurai Located in Business Bay overlooking Burj Khalifa, Nurai is a casual dining eatery spread across two levels and an outdoor area. The restaurant offers modern and traditional Lebanese and Mediterranean food. Carrying a casual and vibrant vibe, it is a perfect place to have some relaxed and fun time with friends and family.

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elaborate and offers almost every Middle Eastern cuisine favourite. Some of the regular favourites include a range of cold and hot mezze, grilled meat and a host of salads.

Call 04-3679980.

Ya Linda Enjoy the authentic Lebanese flavours at newly opened restaurant Ya Linda. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, is the breathtaking two-story building with more than enough space for family dining and get togethers with friends. The menu serves up a wide range of Middle Eastern cuisines, including grilled chicken, lamb and beef platters, shawarmas, labneh plates sujuk sandwiches. Other mouthwatering options include the signature Halawit Ya Linda, cheese spread topped with halawa banana and honey. With live Arabic entertainment available on Thursday and Friday nights, Ya Linda’s serene indoor and outdoor atmosphere is perfect to relax and chill. Furthermore, it also offers breakfast from 8am to 6pm. Call 04-3232683.

Zaatar w Zeit Located in multiple areas across Dubai, Zaatar w Zeit, is a Lebanese urban eatery that serves a great variety of the popular wraps made from soft and fluffy dough, salads, pizzas, platters and desserts. Satisfy your cravings any time of day, this is an experience that promises to be an absolute taste sensation.

With a modern, young and vibrant inviting interior and outdoor seating in most outlets, Zaatar w Zeit’s friendly staff ensure a warm welcome to all its customers. www.zaatarwzeit.net #connectordubai

DINING OFFERS

Dining deals and

great places to eat Theme nights, breakfast menus, special offers and cooking classes make sure there are plenty of options for everyone to try something new on Dubai's dining scene. Check out our round-up of some what is new to tantalise and tempt you .

Pretty Pancakes At Tania's Teahouse To celebrate pancake day this month‭, ‬Tania's Teahouse on Jumeirah Road has pulled out all the stops with your average flapjack being transformed into a cute animal or power-woman from the past‭. T ‬ hroughout February‭, y‬ ou can order these pretty cute buttermilk pancakes priced at Dhs 45‭ ‬each‭.‭‬ ‬Call 04-3240021.

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Plant-Based Burger At Black Tap‭ ‬ Black Tap has added a vegetarian burger to their menu for 2020‭. ‬Called the Impossible‭ ‬All-American Burger‭, ‬it features a‭ ‬plant-based patty‭, ‬which imitates the texture and flavour of beef‭, ‬as well as American cheese and Black Tap special sauce‭. ‬Priced at Dhs 105‭ ‬across Dubai outlets‭. ‬ www.blacktapme.com

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DINING OFFERS Egyptian Crepe Creative Concept Pop-Up At Global Village‭ Kõnz Republik‭, ‬a homegrown concept puts a modern spin to crepes with its debut at Global Village‭. ‬Indulge in crepes with an Egyptian twist that go from savoury to sweet flavours‭, ‬such as from El Mexicano‭, ‬Zinger‭, D ‬ ajaj Kõn to the Oreo‭, ‬Salted Caramel‭, a‬ nd Black Forest Meringue‭. ‬Watch out for a branch soon to open outside Global Village‭.

Breakfast At Chival In La Ville City Walk Even if you are not a morning person‭, ‬Chival Global Social’s breakfast spread will have you awake bright and early‭. ‬Serving breakfast until 11‭am‭, ‬the restaurant touts a bustling array of choices, w ‬ hether you are looking for healthy‭, ‬indulgent or somewhere in between. Served everyday‭ ‬from 7‭am to 11‭‬am‭and priced from‭‬ Dhs 125‭‬ for a buffet offering unlimited food and drinks‭. ‬C ‬ all 04-5260223‭.‬ Breakfast Offer At Ketch Up The casual dining restaurant Ketch Up at Bluewaters Island has now introduced a healthy and hearty breakfast deal from 8am till‭‬ 11am everyday‭. ‬For Dhs 39‭, ‬you can order a beverage and a main‭. ‬Choose from coconut milk oats‭, ‬avocado toast‭, ‬Russian syrniki pancakes‭, ‬English Breakfast and the Wake Up burger that combines a bun‭, ‬scrambled eggs and beef bacon or the Mexican quinoa with avocado‭, ‬spicy salsa and runny eggs‭. Call 050-7507424‭.‬ Taco Box For House Parties‭ ‬ Maiz Tacoz‭, l‬ ocated in cluster Y of JLT‭. ‬is now selling Taqueria Box, packed with easy recipes and fresh ingredients to cook meals for parties in under 30‭‬ minutes. Box options are available in meat as well as in vegan‭. T ‬ he starting price is Dhs 400‭‬ which is based on ‬6‭‬ people having 3‭‬ tacos each‭. ‬Customise the box as per your preference and taste buds‭. C ‬ all 04-5144712.

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DINING OFFERS New Healthy Range At Costa Coffee Keeping up with the new awareness wave of healthy eating‭, ‬Costa Coffee has launched 4u - ‬a brand-new range of over 20‭ ‬nutritional sandwiches‭, ‬salads‭, ‬snacks‭, ‬smoothies and more across their stores in the UAE‭. ‬The new‭ ‬range includes a cleansing salad‭, a‬ vegan burrito wrap‭, h ‬ ealthy chocolate and kale smoothies and many more choices to choose‭ ‬from. ‬www.costacoffee.ae Bite Size Cupcake Gift Packings‭ ‬ Brand new dessert gifting concept brand Sugargram is bringing bite size cupcakes right to your door across Dubai‭. ‬The company offers occasion packs with freshly made cupcakes‭, ‬and the boxes can be personalised‭. E ‬ ach package comes with a box of 25‭‬ bite size cupcakes priced at Dhs 125‭‬ and an optional occasion sleeve‭. ‬Order through‭‬ @sugargram_me on Instagram‭.‬ All Weekend Brunch At Masti‭ ‬ The fun Indian reimagined cuisine restaurant Masti in La Mer has launched a new brunch available all weekend on Fridays and Saturdays‭. ‬Indulge in the tempting dishes which are an innovative reinterpretation of Indian food‭, ‬live music and tasty beverages‭. ‬Food options include smokey chipotle paneer tika‭, ‬vada boa‭, ‬dill butter chicken‭, ‬cauliflower koliwada and choco lotus delight‭. ‬Fridays‭and S ‬ aturdays from 2‭pm ‬to 6pm‭. ‬Prices start at Dhs 250‭. ‬Call 04-3444384.

A New Italian Restaurant La Cucina Now Open At Club Vista Mare At Palm Jumeirah La Cucina is an authentic new Italian restaurant at Club Vista Mare‭on P ‬ alm Jumeirah that showcases the best of Italy‭. ‬Located beach side‭, ‬on the popular strip‭, ‬with indoor and outdoor seating‭, ‬this cosy yet bustling eatery dishes up traditional Italian cuisine straight from mama’s kitchen in a scenic setting‭. ‬Call‭ ‬04-5682104. www.connector.ae

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DINING OFFERS Sushi Making Class For Home Cooks‭ ‬At Nara Pan Asian‭ ‬ Learn to roll perfect sushi at home at popular pan-Asian restaurant Nara Pan Asian in JLT‭. E ‬ very Sunday for Dhs 125‭ ‬per person‭, f‬ rom 1‭pm ‬to 4pm‭, ‬chef Sudeep teaches everything from the fundamentals to specifics‭, ‬like preparing authentic sushi rice‭ ‬and multiple sushi variations‭. reservation@naradxb.com Week Long Pancake Day Offer At Society Café‭And L ‬ ounge in Jumeirah Marking pancake day in February‭, t‬ he posh Society Cafe‭and L ‬ ounge in Jumeirah wants to make the day special for all its customers by giving everyone who orders a pancake a free coffee‭. T ‬ he offer runs from 23 to 29‭ ‬February‭. The cafe has reinvented this classic breakfast delicacy with a Japanese twist making their pancakes extra fluffy and tastier‭. ‬Call‭ 056-2288825‭.

Retro Nights At Hitchki Retro Nights at Hitchki take you down memory lane to relive the vibrant eras of 70’s‭, ‬80’s and 90’s‭. ‬From the Macerana‭, ‬to the Ketch Up song and Chumma Chumma‭, ‬Hitchki’s retro nights help you relive fun days under one roof‭. Order from the new menu and sway the night away grooving to the tunes you grew up listening to‭! ‬Every Wednesday from 9pm to 1am‭.

Call‭ ‬052-6874081.

Gluten And Refined Sugar Free Desserts Satisfy the sweet tooth without jetting off on a guilt trip‭. T ‬ he homegrown brand Rawkure makes healthy food look and taste awesome with their inventions‭. ‬All recipes are organic‭, ‬plant based‭, g‬ luten free and refined sugar free.

Some of the tempting treats‭ ‬include chewy choco cookies‭, n ‬ ut free crumby krispies‭, ‬full bars‭, d‬ iabetec delights and more‭..‬‭ ‬ www.rawkure.com 36 FEBRUARY CONNECTOR

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THE REVIEW

Aya at City Walk

T here seems to be no stopping popular Dubai chef Izu Ani these days as he adds another concept to Dubai’s expanding dining scene. The latest venture Aya opened towards the end of last year and is located in the bustling City Walk, taking the space that previously housed Galvin.

Aya, which means wonderful in Arabic, is a Japanese restaurant that adds a unique twist to its dishes. The menu, put together with head chef Christopher Blake, who joined from Dubai’s Zuma, is based on a sharing concept including mezzes, buns, rolls and mains.

To start we shared the short rib gyoza, which were full of meat, along with the surf and turf rolls with shrimp and topped with pieces of tasty wagyu beef, the Padron peppers with a beautiful seasoning of kombu salt which we could not stop picking at, the crispy calamari which were delicately fried, with a light but crispy coating, and the burnt tomato panzanella, an absolutely delicious dish, full of flavours, very refreshing with a nice hint of ginger.

We could not continue without trying one of the rolls and our choice of wagyu katsu sando was spot on. A chunk of the www.connector.ae

juiciest 9+ wagyu beef, with a crispy coating and Aya’s own barbecue sauce, served in between two slices of the softest Hokkaido milk bread. If you have to choose just one item from the menu, and I hope you never do, then this is certainly the one.

For mains we shared the very tender and tasty Spanish octopus served with coriander emulsion, and accompanied it with probably the sweetest sweetcorn gratin we have ever tasted and bite sized baby potatoes, crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy in the middle with a perfect truffle butter.

As filling as all the dishes were, there is always room to finish with dessert and we ended the meal with Japanese cheesecake, a light and fluffy cake topped with a generous serving of smooth caramel and bergamot cream.

Chef Izu has come up with another great concept that further demonstrates how local talent is good enough to add quality to Dubai’s dining scene.

Expect to pay around Dhs 400 per person not including drinks.

Call 04-3433330.

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KIDS & EDUCATION

Why a qualified nursery teacher

is key to a child's early learning

F or any nursery, investing in trained staff is a must. Nursery teachers are those strong pillars who boost your child’s growth in their early years. It becomes crucial for parents to know that they are sending their children to the right place and to the right people.

Here we discuss the role of a nursery teacher in the growth and development of children with the help of the experts themselves.

How Does A Qualified Nursery Teacher Help In The Growth Of A Child?

A qualified nursery teacher helps facilitate a child’s growth and development in seven distinct areas involving their personal and social growth. Also, parents feel more confident when they know that a well trained teacher is looking after their child.

Esther Hunter, Principal, Raffles Starters/ Raffles Nurseries, at Innoventures Education says, “The role of a nursery teacher or early years practitioner is a skilful balance www.connector.ae

of care, support, education and sensitivity.

Early years practitioners facilitate children’s growth and development, even for babies, through understanding and observing each child’s learning, assessing progress made and planning for next steps. Practitioners understand that every child is unique and respond to this individuality in order to support children to become resilient, capable, confident and self-assured. Early years practitioners foster positive relationships with children which nurture a sense of self and belonging to the wider group. The relationship between practitioners and parents is also vitally important to the successful early years experience and parents are significant stakeholders in the learning journey.”

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KIDS & EDUCATION an appropriate feedback to the parents, covering all developmental goals when assessing the child’s progress”, says Dr Vandana Gandhi, Founder and CEO of British Orchard Nursery.

Sian Pascoe, FS1 teacher at GEMS Royal Dubai School says, “Nursery teachers prepare educational lessons, provide hands-on learning experiences and activities which enable them to develop and grow both academically and socially. Within the early years setting a nursery teacher will provide opportunities for children to grow and develop across 7 areas including: personal social and emotional, physical, communication and language, numeracy, literacy, knowledge and understanding of the world and expressive arts and design."

What Training Does A Nursery Teacher Implement In A Typical Day? Each day teachers plan stimulating and engaging activities in the classroom and outside which challenge the child’s knowledge and understanding and build on the concrete skills they already have.

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during snack times and support them with their bathroom needs and washing their hands. As the children progress they will become a lot more independent during daily routines. Teachers will model behaviours to the children such as taking turns, sharing and being kind to our friends. The children will come to sit on the carpet for ‘circle time’ where they will learn to follow instructions, sit quietly and listen to adults and other children around them. They will be encouraged to talk to share their thoughts and ideas and join in with a variety of songs, stories and rhymes. Through carpet time and continuous provision the children will be encouraged to develop their learning in 7 areas: • Personal, social and emotional The children will learn social skills and develop an understanding of their different feelings and how to manage them.

• Physical - The children will get to play outdoors where they have the opportunity to improve their coordination and motor skills also develop their fine motors skills to enable them to hold a pencil correctly and develop writing skills.

• Communication and language - Children will learn to express themselves and speak and listen to develop their language and communication skills. #connectordubai

KIDS & EDUCATION • Numeracy - Through interactive songs and games children will develop skills with numbers and explore different shapes, spaces, and measures.

• Literacy - Children will explore stories and rhymes.

• Knowledge and understanding of the world - Children will be given opportunities to make sense of things by observing and exploring.

• Expressive arts and design Children will engage in activities such as drawing, painting, instruments or role play to express themselves and learn new things.

• Continuous provision, both inside and outdoors - Through continuous provision the nursery teacher is able to model learning and play alongside the children, extending the children’s learning even further.

Continuous provision also enables children to return to their explorations and consolidate their learning. Children will also have the opportunity to attend specialised lessons such as PE, swimming and Arabic.”

Carrie Hoza, Principal of Dubai British Foundation says, “A good nursery teacher should be a very busy lady! She should see your child and each member of the class www.connector.ae

as an individual. She should know their development and how that relates to their next step. She should then carefully plan individual lessons that support and guide each child to reach their full potential through fun, engaging and play-based activities. She should use her knowledge of child development to know when a child is not achieving their developmental goals and when a child is exceeding.

She should use the strengths of each child to support the class as a whole to celebrate their similarities and differences.

She should be modelling the highest quality of language in order for the children to have the best example from which to learn.”

What Questions Should Parents Ask A Nursery Teacher?

Questions can vary from parent to parent, however covering a broad spectrum, every parent should ask a nursery teacher questions on how to prepare children at home for nursery, how the nursery will communicate the child’s development to parents, is there a toilet training programme, what food to pack and the day to day learning programmes.

Ask as many questions as you can and always believe in your instinct.

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KIDS & EDUCATION walk round and imagine your child in the setting. Take your child with you if possible, so they can get a feel too. After all, they are going to be the ones there!

When walking round listen to the person showing you round and ask as many questions as you can. Do not be afraid to take a paper and pen to write notes to remind yourselves later."

Dr Vandana Gandhi of British Orchard Nursery says, “Generally, parents should be concerned with the important policies of health and safety, the curriculum followed, observation and assessment methodology, extra-curricular activities and of course the teacher’s qualification and experience.

However, every child is different, so meeting the child carer will help them ascertain what they feel is most important for their child.”

Esther Hunter of Raffles Starters/Raffles Nurseries says, “The most valuable aspect of choosing a nursery for your child is trust. If you believe in the values of the nursery, the learning style suits your child, you feel comfortable with the team and you can trust your most precious little one with them, then you have found the best fit nursery for your family!”

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Teacher Training Programme At A Glance There are different teaching courses available, however any good Teacher Training Programme should have course contents which will give the teacher the skills to teach your child.

“A CACHE course covers themes of Health and well-being, legislation, frameworks and professional practice, play, development and learning for school readiness and a nursery placement. This qualification can be gained by anyone over the age of 16 years. A PGCE or teaching degree covers these areas and more detail into the development of individuals with more directly observed teaching placements and all participants must hold higher education qualifications before joining the course. This means that these qualifications provide a more robust model for teacher training. CACHE qualifications are awarded by the Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education. Or even better, a teaching degree such as a PGCE or Degree in Childhood Education. With these qualifications you know that your child’s teacher has studied the development of children and how to use this information to teach your child in the most effective way”, says Carrie Hoza of Dubai British Foundation.

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BIRTHDAYS

Children can say

the funniest things

We love our children unconditionally, of that there is no doubt. But they're also capable of bringing us joy and laughter in the most unexpected ways. Here at Connector we love sharing your hilarious parenting stories, the ones that only the mind of a child can engineer. These are just a few of those moments, all featuring kids with birthdays this month. Happy birthday you lot!

Aya Mohammed Farouk Nasef 2 years old on 14th February Toddler Town Nursery Funny moment: Just before the holiday season she made us all laugh as she went to the Santa doll the same size as her, gave him a cute little cuddle and said with a pleasantly requesting tone, "Please Santa, help me! Please I want a lolly-pop!." Santa heard her.

Pareeza Ghivala 6 years old on 13th February British Orchard Nursery Funny moment: Pareeza always does funny things. On her father's birthday Pareeza tagged him as "Birthday Papa". Very funny and sweet.

Callum Halpenny 7 years old on 21st February Ajman Academy Grade 1 Funny moment: During the recent wet weather, we had a hailstorm. It was Callum's first time seeing them and he kept asking "Where do they come from?"

Abdul Hadi Abdul Rahman 4 years old on 20th February Funny moment: Abdul once asked where babies come from and I said from the hospital, and he replied "No Mama, they come from the tummy!"

Amir Nilavar 5 years old on 4th February Emirates International School Funny moment: Amir always says "An apple a day, keeps the doctor away."

Have your children said something that has set you off in belly fulls of laughter and made your friends chuckle? If they have and they are celebrating a birthday in March, email admin@connector-dubai.com a picture and a few words on what it is they said that made you laugh, and we will publish the top ones next month. Include their age, date of birth and the school they go to. Congratulations to Aya Mohammed Farouk Nasef, who can take 5 of her friends to get a complimentary chocolate masterclass worth Dhs 1,000 from Oompa Loompa.

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Books for children

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veryone is a reader, some just have not found their favourite book yet.

This month, we have featured two children’s books from home grown authors. One is authored by an Abu Dhabi based father of three children who through this book advises parents to let their children’s imagination grow. The other discovers some of the challenges modern societies pose on the natural progress of existence.

We also feature a read along book for toddlers which will simply introduce them to colours and animals.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle Age group: 2 to 5 years old It is a perfect board book for reading aloud to toddlers.

The book narrates a rhythmic story with simple repetitive language and colourful animals. The book give a perfect introduction of colours and animals to children. www.mumzworld.com Dhs 48 Aya And Papaya Find Happiness

by MQ Age group: 3 to 8 years old Created by MQ, Abu Dhabi based father of three children, including Aya who is aged five and the inspiration behind the series, the story www.connector.ae

line aims to inspire parents to recognise and appreciate their children’s ability to imagine, learn, grow and interact with everyone and everything around them. A brand new series with five books, Aya and Papaya stories are inspired by the perspective and open-mindedness of today’s children of the world. The first book in the series, Aya and Papaya Find Happiness, is a heart-warming story that shares a beautiful message about the true meaning of happiness. The sun wakes up and Aya knows it is time for her to wake up too.

But this morning, something feels different. Aya has lost her happiness. Aya and her best friend, Papaya, search high and low for her happiness.

They look inside the wardrobe, under her bed, in the bathtub, in the garden, and all her favourite places. Aya’s happiness is nowhere to be found. It is lost. Lost, that is, until she looks inside and realises it was within her all along. www.amazon.ae Dhs 12.30 Themis Aella And The Magical Forest

by Sharifa AlBadi, Naila Amin Marei Age group: 8 to 11 years old This book tells a story of a little girl named Themis Aella who feels so alone but then discovered a whole new world of fantasy, glitz and glamour in a cosmopolitan city called Bijoux Blue. In the backdrop of this modern city existed a mysterious forest called Nebula stars. One fine day, Themis decides to wander off into the forest. It’s on her journey into the natural habitat that makes her realise and discover some of the challenges modern societies pose on the natural progress of existence. www.barnesandnoble.com Dhs 82.96 CONNECTOR FEBRUARY 45

KIDS FASHION

Juniors Dress Dhs 29 Babyshop

Hello Kitty Stripped Dress Dhs 29 Babyshop

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FASHION FOR CHILDREN Fashions for children change as quickly as they grow, and keeping their wardrobe up to date and on point takes time and effort. With new ranges coming out for Spring 2020 there is so much more to choose from. Take a look at what we have spotted in stores to style your little ones this month.

Hooded Knit Set Dhs 149 River island

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Over Print Skirt And Sweater Dhs 60 Next Online

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KIDS FASHION

Juniors Pack Of 2 Tees

Jacquard Printed Dress

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Knit Shorts

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ADVISE FROM THE EXPERT-HEALTHBAY

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What is Periodontal Disease

eriodontitis, also generally called gum disease or periodontal disease, begins with bacterial growth in the mouth and if not treated properly may lead to tooth loss due to destruction of the tissue that surrounds teeth.

It is possible to have periodontal disease without apparent symptoms.

Some research suggest Periodontal disease may be passed between couples and from parents to children through saliva.

Signs of Gum Disease are: • Bleeding gums • Red, swollen gums • Pus between teeth and gums • Loose or separating gums • Bad breath or bad taste in mouth • Change of position of teeth and loose teeth What causes Periodontal Disease?

Plaque is the primary cause of gum disease. Our mouth is filled with a great number of bacteria. When certain bacteria in plaque produce toxins that can lead to gum inflammation and that inflammation can damage the gum and bone attachment to the tooth. However, other factors can contribute to periodontal disease.

These include: • Hormonal changes, such as pregnancy, puberty, menopause, and monthly menstruation, make gums more sensitive, which makes it easier for gingivitis to develop.

• Illnesses may affect the condition of gums. This includes diseases such as cancer or HIV. • Medications can affect oral health, because some lessen the flow of saliva, which has a protective effect on teeth and gums.

• Poor oral hygiene habits such as not brushing and flossing on a make it easier for gingivitis to develop.

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• Bad habits such as smoking make it harder for gum tissue to repair itself.

Factors that increase the risk of Periodontal Disease: • Smoking and chewing tobacco • Certain medications such as cancer therapy drugs and steroids • Systemic diseases such as diabetes and HIV infections • Hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy, puberty and oral contraceptives • Genetics How can Periodontal disease be prevented?

Good oral hygiene practice can help reduce the chances of periodontal disease.

• Brush twice a day with a fluoridated toothpaste • Flossing twice a day • Drinking lots of water • Eating a balance diet • Regular dental visits • Know your risk. Age, smoking, diet and genetics can all increase your risk for periodontal disease. If you are at increased risk, be sure to talk with your dental professional.

Dr. Arezu Zara Akhavan​

General Dentist at HealthBay Dental Clinic

Address: HealthBay Polyclinic, Al Wasl Road, Dubai Telephone No: 800 HBPC (4272) Website: www.healthbayclinic.com Email: info@healthbayclinic.com Instagram: @healthbaypolyclinic Facebook: @healthbay #connectordubai

HEALTH & WELLBEING

The importance of

dental health check-ups

I f you think that a dental check-up is restricted to just cavities and general teeth and gum health check-up, then think again.

The scope is much wider and it covers a full mouth, tongue, throat, face, head and neck check-up to detect any possible disease related directly or indirectly to your oral health.

Dr Zamen Al Janabi, GP Dentist and Head of Department at Canadian Specialist Hospital says, “A dental health check-up will comprise of two stages, the examination and the prophylaxis. At the dental check-up your dental professional might take X-rays to detect cavities between your teeth. Also, the dentist checks for plaque and tartar on your teeth and remove them if found, because if plaque and tartar build-up on your teeth, they can cause oral diseases.

The gum will be checked using a special tool to measure the depth of the spaces between the teeth and gum.”

He further adds, “During the check-up, www.connector.ae

the dentist should also include a careful examination of the tongue, throat, face, head, and neck. If any oral health problems are found during the examination, they will recommend the treatment.”

Dr Zara Arezu Akhavan, Cosmetics and General Dentist at HealthBay says, “Dental check-ups are a critical part of preventive health care. On your first visit to a dentist, they will take a full health history. Comprehensive dental exams not only check for tooth caries and gum health but also to examine your entire mouth, soft tissue, gingiva, tongue, occlusion, head and neck area for abnormalities.

Your dentist will discuss your diet and oral hygiene habits and will demonstrate proper brushing and flossing techniques.“ Why Dental Health Check-Ups Are Important?

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HEALTH & WELLBEING to be addressed. Prevention is always better than needing a cure. Here’s why experts think it’s a must: Dr Nuno Sarmento General Dentist at Dubai London Clinic says, “A regular dental check up is important because they help keep your teeth and gums healthy. You should have a regular dental visit at least every 6 months or as recommended by your dental professional.”

Dr Mohammed Sarris, General Dentist at Mediclinic City Hospital says, “It allows the dentist to discover any problems that may potentially be present. Dental problems often can be a sign of underlying health issues elsewhere in the body so it is important to discover and treat any problems early. Problems discovered late usually means more complex and costly treatment.”

Dr Mahmoud Fawzi, General Dentistry at Emirates Specialty Hospital says, “Even with the most diligent daily brushers and flossers, there are still small areas in the mouth that are missed by a regular brushing and flossing. When plaque builds up it becomes more difficult to remove, solidifying and turning into tartar, which is extremely difficult to get rid of without professional help. Regular dental cleaning prevent tartar from eroding teeth or creating holes in them, which is how cavities are created. Cavities rarely give any warning signs as they form, only resulting in a small ache once the tooth is already decayed.

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Once the damage has been done, you will have to go back to the dentist to have cavities and other tooth problems filled and fixed. This can all be avoided with regular cleaning that take care of plaque and tartar before it becomes destructive.”

What Is The Right Age To Start Dental Health Check-Ups? It is best to encourage children to attend from a young age preferably when the first baby teeth have apeared.

It helps the children get accustomed to visiting the dentist, reducing any fears or anxiety about the visits. They are then more likely to visit the dentist on a regular basis which would be beneficial in the long run. Regular dental check-ups every six months is recommended.

Dr Neil Mitchell of Dr Roze and Associate says, “The current generally agreed guidelines say your child should begin regular check-ups somewhere between when the first tooth erupts in the mouth to no later than age 18 months. The first visits are more about getting your child used to trips to the dentist and acclimatising to the people, sights and sounds that are there. Starting early usually makes for stress free visits later and gives you time to ask all the questions you may have about your child's dental health.”

Dr Sameh Atallah, Dental Surgeon and Implantologist at Allied Medical Center in Dubai says, “The recommended age #connectordubai

HEALTH & WELLBEING to start the regular dental check up is as early as 6 months of age after the first tooth erupts and no later than the first birthday."

Commenting on what to expect on your child’s first visit to the dentist, Dr Mahmoud Fawzi of Emirates Specialty Hospital says, “You can take your child at a younger age, but experts recommend taking him or her within 6 months of the first tooth coming in, or by about 12 months at the latest. At this time, the dentist can give you information on baby bottle tooth decay, infant feeding practices, mouth cleaning, teething, pacifier habits and finger-sucking habits.”

What Are The Possible Implications Of Not Going For Regular Dental Health Check-Ups? Prevention is always better than cure, and it is very well implied here. When you do not visit your dentist, you may need a rather painful treatment later for the problems you did not deal with in their early stages, or even missed the chance to prevent them altogether.

Dr Zamen Al Janabi of Canadian Specialist Hospital says, “During regular dental check-ups, the dentist cleans the teeth and removes plaque and tartar. By skipping these appointments, bacteria will flourish and attack the teeth and gums and cause bad breath, gum diseases and decay that may require extensive restorations such as a root canal or crown.” www.connector.ae

Dr Zara Arezu Akhavan of HealthBay says, “There are also many bad habits that you may not even be aware can have a negative impact on your oral health. Some of these habits include chewing ice, biting your nails, clenching your jaw, grinding your teeth, eating particularly sticky or hard sweets, brushing your teeth too hard, drinking coffee and red wine, and smoking. When you go for regular dental check-ups, your dentist can check for any oral damage caused by these or other habits which you may otherwise not have noticed.

Being informed about specific destructive habits allows you to change or alter your lifestyle choice to prevent further damage."

Dr Neil Mitchell of Dr Roze and Associate added, “Recent studies show that regular attendants pay up to 30% less than those who visited only when they had a problem over a ten year period.”

How To Look After Your Dental Health At Home?

Some of the top home care tips as advised by the experts include: 1. Brush your teeth at least twice daily and floss between the teeth to remove dental plaque.

2. Drink fluoridated water and brush with fluoride toothpaste. Spit out after brushing and do not rinse, so that the fluoride stays on your teeth longer 3. Change your toothbrush every three months.

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HEALTH & WELLBEING 4. Avoid tobacco and alcohol 5. Eat plenty of fruit, vegetables and whole grain foods as healthy snacks, and keep the sugary drinks to a minimum - they are among the factors that can promote tooth decay.

6. Avoid food between meals and limit acidic drinks and sugary food.

7. Avoid using your teeth for anything other than chewing food.

8. Drink water instead of sugary drinks.

Dental Care For Children Parents need to be a little more cautious while developing good dental care habits in their children. Here’s what experts have to say: Dr Zara Arezu Akhavan of HealthBay says, “The AAP recommends that, after a feeding, parents wipe a baby’s gums with a soft washcloth or a baby toothbrush using water only - no toothpaste. You could also use a dentist-recommended cleanser.

When a child’s first tooth appears, parents should brush their child’s teeth for two minutes twice a day and switch to a child-sized, soft-bristled toothbrush with

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a cushioned head, and a pea-sized dab of non-fluoridated toothpaste.

Children two and older should use fluoridated toothpaste and they should brush their own teeth. Parents, however, should still follow up and brush them again to make sure they’re clean. If a child resists having his or her teeth brushed, parents need to get creative and make the process fun. Supervise your child’s brushing until good habits are established. Most children don’t have the manual dexterity for thorough teeth cleaning until they are about 7 years old.

Until then, help your child brush and floss. Let them 'do it themselves' first, and then follow up by helping them brush and floss again.”

Dr Mahmoud Fawzi of Emirates Specialty Hospital says, “Brushing should start as soon as the first primary tooth erupts. Children under three years should use no more than a smear of toothpaste - a thin film of paste covering less than three quarters of the brush - and must not be permitted to eat or lick toothpaste from the tube.”

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Keeping your heart in check -

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alentine's day is around the corner and most of us have already made plans to go the extra mile for that someone special. But how many of us have done that for ourselves in a long time? This February, Dr. Arun Asok Cheriyan, Specialist Cardiologist at Aster Clinic, Bur Dubai is encouraging you to show your heart some extra love.

In developed countries or fast paced cities where there's easy access to fast food, it is no less of a task to keep track of what you are eating. What's even harder, is for your heart to keep up. With a major shift in lifestyle and daily routines, one tends to overlook the care and attention given to one of the most important organs in the body.

Many health conditions and lifestyle choices contribute to cardiovascular diseases like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity. A sedentary lifestyle, smoking and unhealthy diets also add pressure on your body and heart.

However, cardiovascular conditions can often be prevented if you make healthy choices. Making an effort to exercise daily and drastically cutting down on certain types of food can make a sea of change in your life and health.

Replace foods like canned food, processed and frozen meals with a diet rich in fish and flax seeds rich in omega 3, phytonutrient rich berries, oatmeal filled with fiber and vitamins, carrots, sweet potatoes and red peppers, oranges and papaya rich in potassium and magnesium go a long way in ensuring that your heart and body gets the best of nature’s produce. Controlling and minimizing the intake of salt can help in keeping blood pressure in check too.

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Undergoing regular health check-ups play a key role in monitoring and finding potential health issues before they pose risks. If you have been diagnosed with a heart condition, ensure that you stay healthy by going for regular health checks, use support equipment like BP and glucose monitors to monitor your health regularly, and introduce supplement essentials formulated from the best ingredients. It goes without saying that changes to lifestyle and diet are also key to living a longer and healthier life.

As always, ensure that you speak to your doctor before starting any medications, diet or supplements. For any queries pertaining to cardiovascular health, book an appointment with the specialists at Aster Clinic, Bur Dubai by calling 04-4400500.

Dr. Arun Ashok Cheriyan Specialist Cardiologist Aster Jubilee Medical Center

Address: Aster Jubilee Medical Center, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road, Near Al Fahidi Metro Station, Dubai Telephone: 04-4400500 Website: www.asterclinic.com Email: info@asterclinics.com

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

Getting your skin looking

young and fresh again

T he cool sun in Dubai during these first months of the year is a perfect time to work on resurfacing, glowing, refreshing and healthy skin treatments to get off that old summer skin which can be stuck stubborn on the surface, leaving your skin looking prematurely old and dull. In this feature we have discussed some of the top cosmetic treatments and home care tips to keep the shine on your pretty face.

Dr Myrna El Shareef, Dermatology Specialist at Mediclinic Al Sufouh says, “The treatments indicated for every patient depend on their particular problems that need to be addressed. What is the age of the patient? What are the main concerns? Is the patient’s skin dry, oily or combination? Does the patient have acne, wrinkles, pigmentation etc? So the top five dermatology treatments for one patient will definitely differ from those for another patient.”

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Here are the top six dermatological treatments popular among residents to achieve a young and healthy looking skin: 1. Dermal Fillers Used for aesthetic purposes to add volume to a client’s face, this is the best procedure for diminishing wrinkles and skin folds. The charm of dermal fillers is that it is quick and pain free with results that last to about 10 to 12 months. As per your need, it can be injected into cheeks, lips or around the eyes.

2. Botox As fillers are used to add volume to the face, botox is used to diminish wrinkles as well, most performed on the forehead and around the eyes. It temporarily relaxes the facial muscles. Depending on the problem area being treated, this may last three months or longer. #connectordubai

HEALTH & WELLBEING 3. Platelet Rich Plasma Dr Luvi Kaprani, General Manager at Arya Clinic says, “The most trending dermatological procedure is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), commonly known as vampire facial. It is a cosmetic procedure that is used primarily for anti-aging and skin rejuvenation. The most beautiful thing about this technique is that it is completely natural as it involves extraction of client’s own blood and then centrifuging it. Not only is this indicated for almost all skin conditions, it is also less time consuming than most dermatological procedures used in the clinics. It is one of the safest techniques with long-lasting results and providing total rejuvenation.”

4. Non-Surgical Thread Lift For The Face This treatment is gaining in popularity as it is also called as “lunch hour facelift”, relating it to being performed in as short as an hour, with less pain and minimal downtime. Thread lift basically uses fine threads or sutures that help contour the face as per the problem area detected. The reason why this is becoming very renowned is because it lasts longer than any of the aesthetic procedures commonly performed in the clinics.

5. Light Chemical Peels A light chemical peel removes the outer layer of skin. It is used to treat fine wrinkles, acne, uneven skin tone and dryness. One can have a light chemical www.connector.ae

peel as often as every two to five weeks depending on the desired results.

Ann Persson, Medical Aesthetician at The Private Clinic says, “I can warmly recommend light peels over a couple of sessions. What is so good with these light peels is that they have no down time!

The skin specialist will precisely examine your skin and customises which peel would suit your skin best, depending on your skin type and wishes.”

Dr Ahmed Rihan, Dermatology Specialist at Zo Skin Centre by Zein Obagi Jumeirah Branch says, “Chemical peels a personal favourite, improve the skin's appearance in terms of wrinkles due to sun damage, aging, mild scars, acne, age spots, freckles and melasma.

A relatively old school treatment in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin forming 'blisters' and eventually peel off leaving smoother, less wrinkled and rejuvenated skin. It is crucial that your skin should be prepared with certain products to ensure safe and effective results.”

Smita Sonavane, beauty and laser therapist at Cocoona says, “Skin peeling systems chemical peels as well as laser peeling - could be effectively and safely used in this weather as the advantage is ther is less sun exposure.”

6. Microneedling Microneedling is a dermaroller procedure that uses small needles to prick the skin.

Microneedling is mostly used on the face and may treat various scars, wrinkles, and large pores.

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HEALTH & WELLBEING Ann Persson of The Private Clinic says, “The purpose of the procedure is to enhance the blood circulation, strengthen the collagen production and skin tissue for smoother, firmer, more toned skin. It will reduce wrinkles, diminish scarring, and tighten or rejuvenate loose or aging skin. Can even be used around the eyes to reduce dark circles, pigmentation and eye puffiness.”

Home Remedies For Skin Care If you do not act responsibly for your own skin, no treatment can do magic for you.

Even if a treatment performs magic on your skin, it is still very important to look after your skin at home on a daily basis, and here are some top tips from the experts: Healthy Diet Dr Myrna El Shareef of Mediclinic Al Sufouh says, “Healthy skin starts from within. I always stress that a healthy diet rich in vitamins and antioxidants, as well as adequate exercise are key for a healthy looking skin. No amount of home remedies will fix problems caused by smoking, poor diet and lifestyle.”

Dr Ahmed Rihan of Zo Skin Centre says, “A balanced diet consisting of plant based diet and fruits are essential for great skin. Avoid high fat, fried, sugary foods and try to shift to more organic foods free of preservatives.”

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stories, you would have heard of turmeric and its soothing effect to get a glowing skin. It is a very effective antioxidant that helps enhance the skin complexion and rejuvenation for dull skin.”

Fruit Face Mask Dr Luvi Kaprani of Arya Clinic says, “Never forget the benefits of your favourite fruits.

You can make a simple homemade face mask mashing together banana, papaya and mixing them with a tablespoon of cream. Add a few drops of lemon and leave it on for 20 minutes.

Rinse this with warm water and apply once per week. Also, try this unique combination of potato, honey and rose water. Grate the potatoes and mix with a teaspoon of honey and few drops of water. Leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse with cold water. It is safe to be used daily or alternate days.”

Gram Flour Pack For Oily Skin Dr Luvi Kaprani of Arya Clinic says, “If you have oily skin and want the instant glow, the best combination would be gram flour with rose water. You need to mix both together in form of a paste and apply it along with rubbing onto your face in circular motion.”

Cleanse Your Face Regularly Ann Persson of The Private Clinic says, “Dirt, oil and pollution particles can clog and cause dullness, wash your face morning and night by massaging your favourite facial wash with fingers in circular motions, #connectordubai

HEALTH & WELLBEING working from the inside of the face out for full coverage. Over washing can lead to irritation and a lack of moisture. The rule is to use common sense: Always wash your face after a workout to prevent breakouts, and wash excessively oily skin morning and night.”

Hydrate Your Skin Ann Persson of The Private Clinic says, “Drink at least 1.5 litres of water every day if you do sports double it up. Spoil your skin with hydrating serums and hydrating masks and always finish up your skin routine with SPF with both UVA and UVB protection.

Even oily skin needs hydration - sometimes the skin breaks out just because of lack of hydration. If you have an oily skin don't be afraid to hydrate.”

Cleaning, Exfoliating And Toning Dr Ahmed Rihan of Zo Skin Centre says, “Proper medical grade skin care starting from the basics facial cleansers, exfoliating scrubs and toners are the essentials of proper skin care. Your skin

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type and quality should be examined by your dermatologist to help ensure which products are right for you.”

Retinol Creams For Anti-Ageing Skincare Dr Ahmed Rihan of Zo Skin Centre says, “Vitamin A derivatives such as retinoic acid and retinol are crucial in proper or anti-aging skin care. When used consistently it can dramatically improve the look and condition of any skin type. It helps to resurface your skin, encourages collagen production, combats free radicals that damage skin cells and delay the aging process."

Sun Protection Dr Ahmed Rihan of Zo Skin Centre adds, “Sun protection is the most vital product in any skincare routine regardless whether outdoors or indoors. The sun’s rays contain ultraviolet (UV) photons.

These UV photons are invisible to the naked eye, but cause severe damage to the skin.”

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SPA OFFERS

Spa offers and deals to

tempt you

Never underestimate the value of me-time and who better to spoil with that special treat than yourself. Every month Dubai's spas offer some great treatments and amazing packages for you to indulge in some well earned rest and relaxation. Take a look here at some of this months spa offers.

Experience The Latest Sleep Ritual Therapy At Sofitel Dubai The Palm ‬The Sleep Ritual therapy‭, ‬priced at Dhs 558‭‬ per session is a 90-minute rejuvenating programme‭. ‬including a 30-minute Spa Wave therapy with light vibrations designed to enhance the massage experience with gentle and relaxing music‭, ‬and a 60-minute personalised massage‭, ‬to cleanse and renew the outer body‭. Call 04-4556677‭.‬

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Spa Deal At W The Palm From now until the end of March‭, b‬ ook a 60-minute massage at Away Spa in W The Palm to get complimentary access to their entertainment lounge WET and private beach‭. ‬After the relaxing treatment‭, ‬you can also pick one main course and one juicy beverage from the food menu‭. A ‬ ll this comes in one package for Dhs 599‭ ‬per person‭.‬ Call 04-3466284‭.‬ #connectordubai

SPA OFFERS Face And Body Contour Treatment‭ Qua Spa at Caesers Bluewaters Dubai is now offering an innovative face and body contour treatment‭. ‬A 60-minute 3D contour sculpting facial complemented by a 60-minute body modelling treatment and Iyashi dome session‭, d‬ esigned to draw toxins from the skin is available from now until 29‭‬ February for Dhs 1,200‭. ‬Call‭‬ 04-5566466.

Couple's Massage At Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah‭‬ Treat your better half with a blissful and relaxing experience at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah‭. ‬Book a three hour experience inclusive of private spa suite‭, ‬24‭‬ carat gold treatment‭‬ and a mini facial or gold hand and foot ritual‭. ‬The package is priced for Dhs 2,100‭‬ per couple‭. ‬ Call 04-8182222.

Ladies Day At Native Club Spa ‬ Round-up your girlfriends and head down to Zabeel House Jumeirah every Sunday to take advantage of the Ladies’‭ ‬Day special at the Native Club‭. ‬For Dhs 189‭, ‬ladies can enjoy unlimited pool access for the day and a 45-minute massage‭. ‬What more does a woman want? ‬Call‭ 0 ‬ 4-5191111.

Valentine Spa Package At Timeless Spa‭, ‬Dubai International Hotel Upgrade your me-time with a luxurious Valentine spa package at Timeless Spa‭, D ‬ ubai International Hotel with a 60-minute four hands massage‭. ‬From 13‭ ‬to 15‭‬ February‭, w ‬ ith each booking of this healing massage‭, ‬enjoy a free 30‭-m ‬ inute coco-vanilla body scrub to gently detoxify your body‭. C ‬ all 04-5059555. www.connector.ae

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BEAUTY AND MAKE-UP

Delina Perfume

By Parfums De Marly Dhs 1,125 Bloomigdales

Palladio

Powder Finish Foundation Dhs 74 www.glambeaute.com

Marc Jacobs

Shadow Gel Powder Eyeshadow Dhs 145 Sephora

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Perfume, lipstick and mascara, just some of the essential every day things a girl needs.

With so many shades and tones, each and every one of us can create our own unique look and image, highlight our best features and look all the time.

Alisse Brontë

Powerful Vitaminic C Cream Dhs 499 Alisse Brontë

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Bobbi Brown Blush Apricot Dhs 170 Namshi

Sukin

Oil Balancing Shampoo Dhs 59.85 Life Pharmacy

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Flormar

Wedding Day Makeup Fix Spray Dhs 39 Flormar

Skin Republic

Hydrogel Mask Retinol Dhs 33 Carrefour

Kocostar

Black Happy Mask Dhs 15.75 Lifestyle

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Qasamat Rasana Perfume Dhs 150 Rasasi Stores

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Givenchy

Le Rouge Lipstick Dhs 180 Sephora

Joelle Paris

Lolita Eye Palette Dhs 180 Sephora

Sow White Cream Dhs 294 Boots Pharmacy

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Mascara Dhs 125 Sephora

Days Detox Kit Dhs 575 www.beautifulbrands.ae

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YOGA

Yoga Mamas:

transitioning to motherhood with tranquility

O

h baby! You are having a baby. Congratulations!

This is one of the most magical moments of your life; it is a beautiful journey filled with a mix of beautiful and intense emotions. Take a deep breath in and out and don’t get overwhelmed by the amount of available information out there about doctors, doulas, hypnobirthing professionals etc.

Walk on this path one step at a time.

Yousra Diab, pre and post natal yoga teacher shares a few tips that can help you achieve some tranquillity along the way: Do Yoga: Either you are a spiritual person or not, prenatal yoga will prepare you for birth through customised exercises tailored to different stages of pregnancy to potentially lead you to a positive birth experience. The classes are designed to make you gain strength and flexibility with a focus on pelvic floor health. Similarly, post natal yoga takes you back through the journey of rediscovering your new self and gradually transitions you back in shape and back to your exercise (or regular yoga) routine.

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and accept how you feel without any judgement or labelling. If you do end up with a birth experience that you didn’t dream of, remind yourself that motherhood is precious no matter how your baby came into the world.

Join A Community: It is very important to join a community with the mamas and mamas to be who are on the same journey, to exchange information and share experiences.

Positive Thoughts: We are our thoughts.

Always have positive affirmations and thoughts regarding your pregnancy, upcoming birth and motherhood. I would highly recommend enrolling in a hypnobirthing course towards your third trimester because it highly prepares you to whichever birth experience you might have.

Input from Yousra Diab, Pre and Post Natal Yoga Teacher at Urban Yoga Dubai and 500 hours RYT. Yousra runs a community of yoga mamas in Dubai with different networking events and activities with mamas, mamas to be and babies. #connectordubai

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A perfect facial for ageing skin L ocated at Le Meridian Hotel and Conference Centre on Airport Road, Natural Elements Spa and Fitness offers a wide range of face and body treatments using premium skin care products from Pevonia-Botanica.

Known for its tranquil environment and excellent spa menu selection, the spa spread across a vast area features nine treatment rooms and separate sections for men and women.

We arrive at the spa property to review their latest offering of NE Signature Face Lifting Treatment.

We meet the therapist Patitta at the reception, who whisks us off to the changing room and asks us to wait in the relaxation room once we change into the robe.

As we sip our welcome drink, the therapist explains the facial steps and asks us if we have gone thorough any cosmetic treatment such as botox or filler, as it is not possible to have the facial for at least one and half months. Also a woman in the first trimester is also not allowed this new facial. We do not fall in any of these categories, so we move to the therapy room to get the 45-minute www.connector.ae

facial from the expert therapist.

The therapy room is compact, cosy and has all the facilities you would expect, including a bath section inside it. The facial begins with cleansing and scrubbing of the face. Then, with aromatherapy oil, Pattita gently gives us a relaxing face, shoulder and back massage.

Now comes the main part; the therapist gives a deep tissue massage to all the facial muscles, including jaw, temple and cheekbone. The pressure is hard and is a little painful. Nonetheless, the therapist is gentle and gives short breaks in between to breathe in. The massage helps to tighten the skin's shape, restore muscle position, detox and improve circulation, resulting in a more radiant complexion.

The treatment ends with a relaxing face mask for ten minutes.

The massage is highly recommended for those who are looking for complete skin rejuvenation. Both young and ageing skins can expect amazing results.

Priced at Dhs 350.

Call 04-7022430.

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COMPETITIONS

Competition time It's competiton time again and this month we have five great competitions with some great prizes for your to enter. For a chance to win one of these fabulous prizes, simply email your answer to the simple question with each competition to admin@connector-dubai.com. Good luck!

Elli Junior is a Dubai-based one-stop baby shop offering a unique selection of high quality, organic and sustainable baby and children’s products, accessories, toys and interiors all made in Sweden. With an aim for a broad and long-term environmental approach to the entire business and a main goal to be a 100% sustainable company, Elli Junior works towards producing all products as responsibly and sustainable as possible - helping save resources by simply choosing their products. Visit www.ellijunior. com to view the wide range of organic and sustainable products for your little ones. Enter the competition to win a baby stroller worth almost Dhs 2,000.

Email your answer to the simple question below to admin@connector-dubai.com. Closing date for entries is February 29, 2020.

Where Are Elli Junior Products Made?

B). Sweden C). Finland A). Norway

Founded at the centre of music and board sports, Skullcandy is the original lifestyle audio brand. They live by the mantra “We don’t want you to just listen to music. We want you to feel it”. Based in the US, Skullcandy relaunched at Sole DXB in the Middle East with its truly wireless products. Today, Skullcandy is a global brand bringing the noise and pushing boundaries far and wide. They spend hundreds of hours designing, testing and perfecting every product.

But their engineers aren’t your typical corporate lab-coat-wearing technicians. They’re people who love music. They live for adventure and they know what it’s like to work on the go. Probably a lot like you! Follow @Skullcandy_MiddleEast on Instagram for more information. Enter the competition to win Skullcandy Push Earbuds worth Dhs 500.

Email your answer to the simple question below to admin@connector-dubai.com. Closing date for entries is February 29, 2020.

Skullcandy Comes From Which Of The Following Countries?

B). UK C). Australia A). US

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COMPETITIONS Trying to find the time to cook a healthy meal in Dubai can take a toll on most people. From grocery runs, to picking the best ingredients to coming up with a recipe, it can be a time consuming process. This is where Let's Cook comes in and makes your life easier by offering nutritious ready to cook meals at your doorstep.

From fresh ingredients, cooking instructions and a variety of options, Let's Cook brings the fun back to cooking. With new recipes dropping every week, you get to choose from a wide array of recipes, which are then prepared in a specially curated box by Let's Cook. This is then delivered to your doorstep, all ready to be cooked and enjoyed by you and your loved ones. Enter the competition to win a box of 4 recipes for 4 people worth Dhs 560.

Email your answer to the simple question below to admin@connector-dubai.com. Closing date for entries is February 29, 2020.

What Does 'Lets Cook' Primarily Focus On? A). Nutritious ready to cook meals at your doorstep

B). Fresh ingredients C). All of these

Located in Garhoud views building, Al Garhoud, the recently opened Desi Village Restaurant and Café is offering authentic Indian ‘Desi’ flavours to its diners. It's varied and exciting menu includes over 40 dishes from various states of India - which are brought to the table in a very chic, modern avatar. The highlights of the menu are Maknai Mali Seekh Kebab, Galawati Kebab, Tangdi Kulfi, Chatpta Paneer, Dal Punjabi Tadka, Murg Musallam, Biryani and much more. The entire culinary journey is a true feast for the senses with aromatic and delicious spice blends. Enter the competition to win a F and B voucher worth Dhs 500.

Email your answer to the simple question below to admin@connector-dubai.com. Closing date for entries is February 29, 2020.

Where Is Desi Village And Café Located?

B). Al Garhoud, Dubai A). Jumeriah Road, Dubai

C). Dubai Marina

The Calibra Puppy and Kitten dry and wet formulas are specifically formulated and come with a handy measuring cup for precise feeding.

The recipes are specifically designed to offer support during this vital phase of growth. It is highly digestible hypoallergenic recipe: (0% wheat, 0% soy, 0% maize), strengthens the immune system: formula with beta-glucans and prebiotics, makes the pet's fur and skin healthy and also offers a great taste. Three winners will each receive a voucher worth Dhs 500 as well as a starter kit each.

Email your answer to the simple question below to admin@connector-dubai.com. Closing date for entries is February 29, 2020.

Calibra Puppy And Kitten Dry And Wet Formulas Are Specifically Formulated And Come With?

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Kids Kare Nursery..................................................................04-4417673

First Steps Nursery Montesorri..................................04-3486301

Kids Kingdom Learning Centre...................................04-5521585

Fortes Education .....................................................................04-4471448

Kidz-Mate Nursery................................................................04-2545335

Four 2 Four Early Learning Center ...........................04-4264002

Kids Palace Nursery .............................................................04-3484183

French Children's Nursery House .............................04-3496868

Kids Spot Nursery..................................................................04-3448541

Fun and Play Nursery ..........................................................04-4376433

Kids Talent Centre..................................................................04-3370420

Fun First Nursery Dubai....................................................04-3216002

Kids Town Dubai......................................................................04-3929899

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Kids Zone ......................................................................................04-4526474

Monroes Nursery Dubai ...................................................04-4233657

Kidsway Nursery Dubai.....................................................04-3492868

Mosaic Nursery ........................................................................04-4256670

Kidville Nursery (Mirdif) ...................................................04-2363648

My Nursery ..................................................................................04-3441120

Kidz Inc Dubai ...........................................................................04-3285775

New Dubai Nursery .............................................................04-3984900

Kidz Venture ...............................................................................04-4534600

Oakfield Early Learning Center (JLT) ....................04-3607338

Kidzidol Nursery Dubai .....................................................04-3551613

Odyssey Nursery (Burj Dubai)..................................056-5203449

KinderKamer Nursery ........................................................04-3943535

Odyssey Nursery (Umm Suqeim) ..........................056-5203448

Kinderville Dubai ....................................................................04-4201102

Olive Tree Nursery.................................................................04-3335330

Kirds Academy..........................................................................04-3380260

Orange Tree Children's ......................................................04-3861578

Lady Bird Nursery ..................................................................04-3441011

Paddington Nursery Dubai.........................................050-1542938

Le Jardin Enchante................................................................04-3486788

Peekaboo Creative Play Dubai.....................................04-3447122

Le Petit Poucet Nursery ....................................................04-3219399

Play and Learn Nursery Dubai.....................................04-3467200

Learning Ladder Nursery Park (JLT)......................04-5546878

Potentiel Nursery Dubai ...................................................04-3384532

Learning Land Nursery......................................................04-4542082

Princess Montessori Nusery ........................................04-3949909

Learning Tree Nursery........................................................04-4434220

Pristine Rainbow Nursery................................................04-2521377

Litte Land Nursery ................................................................04-3944471

Promise Nursery .....................................................................04-2691915

Little Champions Nursery ...............................................04-3446420

Raffles Nursery (Lakes) .....................................................04-4271471

Little Explorers .........................................................................04-2316289

Raffles Nursery (Arabian Raches 1) .........................04-4271241

Little Feet Early Learning Center...............................04-3212990

Rainbow Valley Nursery ...................................................04-4232540

Little Horizon Nursery Dubai .......................................04-3955532

Rays of Light For Early Learning ................................04-3288408

Little House Nursery ...........................................................04-3887130

Roots and Wings Nursery ...........04-3278693/ 04-3278426

Little Mind Nursery ..........................................................050-8898180

Safari Kid Nursery Dubai .................................................04-3597398

Little Nest Nursery Dubai .............................................04-398 3311

Sandcastle Nursery...............................................................04-3444283

Little Pandas Nursery Dubai .........................................04-3446371

Seashells Nursery...................................................................04-3413404

Little Princess Nursery ......................................................04-2634666

Small Hands Nursery .........................................................04-3956880

Little Star Nursery.................................................................04-3982004

Small Steps Nursery.............................................................04-2883347

Little Stream Nursery .........................................................04-3389883

Smart Childrens Nursery ................................................04-3980074

Little Wings Inernational Nursery ..........................04-3490553

Smart Start Kindergarten ...............................................04-2410110

Little Wonders Nursery.....................................................04-3487195

Spectrum Nursery Dubai .................................................04-2659464

Little Woods Nursery..........................................................04-8837005

Step By Step Nursery Dubai..........................................04-4473445

London & Paris International Nursery..................04-3480077

Sunrise Nursery and Creche Dubai..........................04-2664659

Maple Bear Early Learning Center ...........................04-5521309

Super Kids Nursery...............................................................04-2881949

Milestone Nursery .................................................................04-3373374

Superior Minds.........................................................................04-5146940

MindChamps Nursery (Abu Dhabi)..........................02-6109666

Taaleem...........................................................................................04-3498806

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Mon Ecole Nursery (Umm Suqeim) .........................04-3285151

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Tappy Toes Nursery .............................................................04-3450333 Teeny Boppers Nursery Dubai ....................................04-2724131 Tender Hearts Nursery ......................................................04-3213138 Tender Love and Care Nursery ....................................04-3671636 The Cardinal Valley Nursery ..........................................04-3948181 The Childrens Garden (Al Barsha).............................04-3990160 The Children's Garden (Green Community) .......04-8853484 The Little Discoverers.........................................................04-3946066 The Palace Nursery Dubai...............................................04-3883737 The Palms Nursery ................................................................04-3947017 The Primary Nursery ...........................................................04-2695828 The Wonder Years Nursery............................................04-3685600 Tiny Tots Nursery ...................................................................04-2684317 Tiny Town Nursery.................................................................04-8723373 Toddler Town British Nursery ......................................04-3882999 Toddler Town British Nursery (JBR) .......................04-4528080 Toddlers International Nursery ..................................04-3339898 Vernus Early Learning Centre ......................................04-4212256 White Dove Nursery ............................................................04-3310555 Willow Children's Nursery...............................................04-5545802 Woodbury Childrens Nursery ......................................04-3214433 World Nursery ..........................................................................04-2613025 Yellow Brick Road Nursery .............................................04-2828290

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic Telephone: 04-3496333 Address: 1st Floor, Town Centre Jumeirah, on Jumeirah Beach Road, next to Mercato Mall Email: dpc@dubaiphysio.com Website: www.dxbphysio.com

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SPECIALITIES • Chiropody Kersten Elliott, Chiropodist / Podiatrist (UK) • Clinics & Hospitals • Family Medicine Dr. Kay Deeming, Specialist Family Medicine (UK) • General Practitioners Dr. Kay Deeming, General Practitioner, (UK) • Internal Medicine Mark Janowski, MD Specialist Internal Medicine (USA) Dr. Yin Cheong Ng Rundell, Specialist Internal Medicine (UK) • Physiotherapist • Psychologists Dr. Valeria Risoli, Clinical Psychologist (ITALY)

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SALONS AND SPAS

Amaya Salon & Spa Address: Downtown Burj - 04-3741496 Dubai Marina - 04-5135580 Silicon Oasis - 04-3207390 Email: info@amaya.ae Website: www.amaya.ae SCHOOLS

New Academy School Telephone: 04-3988873 Address: Street 14 C, Al Raffa Area, Bur Dubai, Dubai, Dubai UAE Email: info@newacademyschool.com Website: www.newacademyschool.com

Smart Vision School

Telephone: 04-2880965

Address: Address: Street 15 B - 16 A, Near Park 1, Al Barsha 2, Dubai UAE

Email: info@svschool.ae

Website: www.svschool.ae Ajyal School................................................................ 02-6988500 Al Adab Iranian Private School (For Boys).......... 04-2633405 Al Adab Iranian Private School (For Girls) .......... 04-2633405 Al Ameen Private School.................................... 04-2677100 Al Arqam Private School .................................... 04-3400888 Al Basateen Private Hatta branch ................ 04-8523151 Al Diyafah High School........................................ 04-2671115 Al Eman Educational Est (Al Eman Private School).........04-2858589 Al Ittihad Private School (Al Mamzar) ........ 04-2966314

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Al Khaleej National School ............................... 04-2173900 Al Maaref Private School L.L.C ....................... 04-2988881 Al Mawakeb School (Al Barsha) ..................... 04-3478288 Al Mawakeb School (Rashidiya) ...................... 04-2851415 Al Mizhar American Academy School ........ 04-2887250 Al Nibras International private School ...... 04-8853330 Al Rashid Al Saleh Private School................. 04-3376126 Al Sadiq Islamic English School ..................... 04-2634083 Al Salam Private School ...................................... 04-2679594 Al Shurooq Private School ................................ 04-3442026 Al Thuraya Private School ................................. 04-2824964 Ambassador Kindergarten L.L.C ................... 04-3799333 Ambassador School L.L.C .................................. 04-3983535 American International School....................... 04-2988666 American School of Dubai ................................. 04-3950005 Amity School L.L.C ................................................. 04-2061003 AMLED School.......................................................... 04-3386756 Apple International School ............................... 04-2638989 Arab Unity School .................................................. 04-2886226 Bilva Indian School................................................. 04-2040900 Bradenton Preparatory Academy.................. 04-8183600 Brighton College Dubai ....................................... 800-274448 British Columbia Canadian School ............... 04-3982227 Buds Public School................................................. 04-2888143 Cambridge International School .................... 04-2824646 Capital School. .......................................................... 04-2988776 Clarion School L.L.C .............................................. 04-4073000 Collegiate American School.............................. 04-4271400 Credence High School .......................................... 04-3212144 Crescent English School...................................... 04-2988866 Dar Al Marefa School ........................................... 04-2885782 Deira Private School.............................................. 04-2641595 Delhi Private School .............................................. 04-8821848 DEWA Academy ....................................................... 04-3220123 Dovecote Green Primary School .................... 06-8837474 Dubai Arabian American Private School .. 04-2882222 Dubai British School Jumeirah Park ........... 04-5520247 Dubai Carmel School ............................................ 04-2675424 Dubai College ............................................................ 04-3999111

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Dubai English Speaking School (Oud Metha) ....... 04-3371457 Dubai Gem Private School ................................. 04-3376661 Dubai Heights Academy ..........................................04-3563333 Dubai International Academy.......................... 04-3684111 Dubai International Private School (Al Quoz)...... 04-338-5530 Dubai International Private School (Garhoud) ............04-2823524 Dubai Modern Education School................... 04-2885115 Dubai National School ......................................... 04-3474555 Dubai National School (Al Twar).................... 04-2988555 Dubai Police Kindergarten (Deira).......................04-2387391 Dubai Scholars Private School........................ 04-2988892 Dwight School ........................................................... 800-394448 Elite English School ............................................... 04-2688244 Emirates English Speaking School ............... 04-3947355 Emirates International private School L.L.C .... 04-3489804 Emirates International School (Meadows) ...04-3629009 English Language Private School .................. 04-3377503 Foremarke School ................................................... 04-8188600 GEMS Al Barsha National School (For Girls) ............04-5069222 GEMS Al Warqaa National School .................... 04-5069222 GEMS Dubai American Academy .................. 04-3479222 GEMS FirstPoint School ..................................... 04-2789700 GEMS Founders Mizhar School ...................... 04-5195399 GEMS Founders School (Al Barsha) ............. 04-5195222 GEMS Heritage Indian School ..............................04-4452960 GEMS International School (Al Khail) ......... 04-3396200 GEMS Jumeirah Primary School.................... 04-3943500 GEMS Metropole School .................................... 04-5507200 GEMS Modern Academy ..................................... 04-3263339 GEMS New Millennium School L.L.C ........... 04-4452900 GEMS Our Own English High School.......... 04-2361335 GEMS Our Own Indian School ........................ 04-3391188 GEMS Royal Dubai School ................................. 04-2886499 GEMS Vertus School ............................................04-445 2900 GEMS Wellington Academy (DSO)............... 04-5159000 GEMS Wellington Academy (Al Khail) ........ 04-5129100 GEMS Wellington International School .... 04-3484999 GEMS Wellington Primary School ................ 04-3433266 GEMS Winchester School .................................. 04-3374112 GEMS World Academy......................................... 04-3736373 German International School Dubai ............ 04-4562718

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Deira International School ................................ 04-2325552

Dubai English Speaking Private College (Academic City Road) .............................................................04-3604866

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Global Indian International School L.L.C .. 04-2255681

Newlands School ..................................................... 04-2821200

Greenfield Community School ........................ 04-8856600

Nord Anglia International School ................. 04-2199999

Grammar School ...................................................... 04-2824822

Greenwood International School................... 04-2888000 Gulf Indian High School ...................................... 04-2824455 Gulf Model School .................................................. 04-2544222

Next Generation School...................................... 600-569008 North American International School ........ 04-2884844 North London Collegiate School (Dubai) .......... 04-3190888

Oaktree Primary School...................................... 04-3333911

H. H. Shaikh Rashid Al Maktoum Pakistani School - Dubai (English Lang) ............................................................ 04-2988303

Ontario International Canadian School..... 04-2559880

Hartland International School ........................ 04-4079444

Oxford School ........................................................... 04-2543666

Horizon International School L.L.C .............. 04-3483314 Horizons English School..................................... 04-3422891

Icademy Middle East FZ L.L.C.......................... 04-4401212

International Academic School ...................... 04-2800993

International Concept Education .................. 04-3377818 International School of Arts & Sciences ... 04-2800185 International School of Creative Science .......... 04-5107000

Iranian Khadije Kobra School .......................... 04-3961236

Iranian Salman Farsi Boys School ................. 04-2988116 Iranian Towheed Boys School .......................... 04-3389953 Iranian Towheed Girls School .......................... 04-3961234 Japanese School ...................................................... 04-3449119 Jebel Ali School........................................................ 04-8846485

JSS International School L.L.C ....................... 04-2406353 JSS Private School L.L.C ..................................... 04-3446419

Jumeira Baccalaureate School ........................ 04-3446931

Our Own High School........................................... 04-2800077

Pakistan Educational Academy ...................... 04-3370126

Philadelphia Private School .............................. 04-2646202

Primus Private School L.L.C ............................. 04-2800691

Pristine Private School ........................................ 04-2674299 Queen International School ............................. 04-2652600

Raffles International School (Um Suqeim South) .............04-4271200 Raffles World Academy ....................................... 04-4271300 Ranches Primary School ............................................800 1777 Regent International Private School ........... 04-3608830

Repton School ........................................................... 04-4269393 Rising School L.L.C................................................. 04-8835389 Russian International School ........................... 04-2641515

Sabari Indian School L.L.C................................. 04-2505806

Safa British School................................................. 04-3884300 Safa Community School ...................................... 04-3851810

Jumeirah College..................................................... 04-3955524

Sharjah American International Private School (Dubai) ........................................................................... 04-2801111

Kent College Dubai ................................................ 04-3180700

Smart Vision School.............................................. 04-2880965

Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS Jumeirah)..... 04-3619019

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute.........04-3688532

Kings School (Al Barsha) .................................... 04-3566900

Springdales School L.L.C .................................... 04-3381311

Kings School (Dubai) ............................................ 04-3483939

Kings School (Nad Al Sheba) ............................ 04-2375555

St. Mary Catholic High School Dubai (Al Muhaisnah) ......................................................................... 04-2614014

Little Flowers English school ........................... 04-2667620

St. Mary Catholic High School-Dubai ......... 04-3370252

Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou Primary (Oud Metha) ............................................ 04-3374161

Star International School (Mirdif) ................ 04-2884644

Lycee Libanais Francophone Prive .................................. 04-2640800

The Alpha School (Dubai) .................................. 04-2255586

Lycee Francais International ............................ 04-3960607

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Lycée Français Jean Mermoz ........................ 056-3388223

Manor Primary School ......................................... 04-3943465 Mirdif Private School ............................................ 04-2883303 Modern Skills School ............................................ 04-2887765

National Charity School (Boys and Girls) ..........04-2824499 New Academy School ........................................... 04-3988873

New Indian Model School .................................. 04-2824313 New World School Private................................. 04-2610033

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Star International School (Al Tawar 2) ....... 04-2638999

Sunmarke School .................................................... 04-4238900 Swiss International Scientific School.......... 04-3750600

The Aquila School................................................... 04-5565712 The Arbor School .................................................... 04-5667904 The Arcadia Preparatory School.................... 04-5522600

The Central School ................................................. 04-2674433 The Childrens Garden (Barsha) ....................... 04-3990160 The City School International Private ........ 04-2899722

The English College Dubai ................................. 04-3943465

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The Indian High School ....................................... 04-3377475

The Indian High School (Junior Campus)..........04-2823555 The Indian International School (DSO).......... 04-3423904

The International School of Choueifat (Al Sufouh 2).. 04-3999444 The International School of Choueifat (DIP)....... 04-8847884

The Kindergarten Starters ................................ 04-2824090 The Millenium School........................................... 04-2988567 The Philippine School........................................... 04-2844465

The School of Research Science .................... 04-6011011 The Sheffield Private School............................ 04-2678444 The Westminster School .................................... 04-2988333 The Winchester School ....................................... 04-8820444

United International Private School ............ 04-2543888 Universal American School ............................... 04-2325222 Uptown School ......................................................... 04-2515001

Victory Heights Primary School .................... 04-4231100

Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre

Telephone: 04-3400005 Address: Near Desert Safari, Dubai Email: rashidce@emirates.net.ae Website: www.rashidc.ae Royal Aesthetica Polyclinic Telephone: 04-3444049 Address: Jumeirah 1 Email: info@royalpolyclinic.ae Website: www.royalpolyclinic.ae

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The Indian Academy .............................................. 04-2646746

SPECIALITIES • Acupuncture • Chiropractor • Dentists • Gynaecologists & Obstetrics • Physiotherapist • Plastic Surgery SPORTS ACADEMY AND CLUBS

SHIPPING AND MOVERS

High Performance Swimming Club Gulf Orient Shipping Services LLC

Telephone: 04-3558633

Address: 712, 7th Floor, Atrium Center, Bank Street, Dubai

Email: info@goss-inc.com

Website: www.goss-inc.com SPECIALIST CLINICS AND CENTRES

Telephone: 050-1754747 Address: HPSC Office Nadd Hessa, Apricot Building 1 Office 411-3, Silicon Oasis, Dubai Email: info@hpsc-dubai.com Website: www.hpsc-dubai.com STORAGE

SPECIALITIES • Endocrinology • Fertility Centre • Laser Hair Removal • Thyroid Clinic • Weight Loss

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Storall LLC Telephone: 04-8803644 Address: Jebel Ali, Industrial Area 2, Dubai Email: info@storall.ae Website: www.storall.ae

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Dr Taher Khalil Clinic Telephone: 04-3808000 Address: 209 Matloob Building, Sheikh Zayed Road Email: hormones@thk.ae

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TAILORING

Royal Fashion Men’s Tailoring & Textiles Address: Near Burjuman Centre - 04-3968282 Souk Madinat Jumeirah - 04-3686192 Jumeirah Road - 04-3944844 Jumeirah Beach Hotel - 04-3486878 JLT “C” Goldcrest Exec - 04-4438766 JW Marriott Hotel - 04-4323166

VETERINARY

Blue Oasis Veterinary Clinic Telephone: 04-8848580 Address: Street 70, Next to Premier Inn Hotel, Dubai Investments Park - Green Community, Dubai Email: office@bovc.ae Website: www.blueoasispetcare.com

Email: info@royalfashion.com Website: www.royalfashion.biz TRAINING CENTRES FOR PERSONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND DISABILITIES Al Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs

Petzone Veterinary Clinic

Telephone: 04-3404844

Telephone: 04-3467870

Address: The H Hotel Office Tower 29th floor, One Sheikh Zayed Road Email: mini@alnoorspneeds.ae

Address: Al Thouraya Building, Al Albani St (58A Street), Sheikh, Dubai Email: info@petzonevet.com

Website: www.Petzonevet.com

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Vetcare Veterinary Clinic

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Al Shams Centre for People with Disabilities Telephone: 06-5667339

Address: Al Riqqa Street, Villa 29, Al Jazzat Area, Sharjah Email: info.alshamscentre@gmail.com Website: www.alshamscentre.com Dubai Center for Special Needs

Telephone: 04-3440966 Address: Street 45, Jumeirah (Safa Park Area) Email: information@dcsneeds.com Website: www.dcsneeds.com

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Telephone: 04-4309797

Address: Diamond Business Center 1, Block B, Arjan, Dubailand, Next to Miracle Garden.

Email: info@vetcaredubai.com

Website: www.vetcaredubai.com

Home Visits & Emergency: 050-5501698, DOCTORS Dr. Dominik Saurek - Veterinary Surgeon DVM PhD Dr. Anastas Petrov - Veterinary Surgeon DVM Dr. Goran - Internal Medicine, DVM PhD

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