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CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION 9 1 11 For Your info 1 1 1 The Quick Fix To Your Arabic 15
Discovering Dubai
ARTTRACTION Fly high to the blue sky
1 1 21
The whild indulgence
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The Door to Dubai’s Heritage and Culture
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Experience winter in Dubai
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TIME OUT A blast of Authentic flavours 32 with a touch of elegance 1 1 38 The way of good living Act while you move and groove LIFESTYLE
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Emirates Airline
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Be Pampered like Royalty
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Glamours Emine and Her Story to Glory
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The Yum Factor
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ENTERTAINMENT The Lavish Hit
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Barrel of Laughter
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 1 Expo 2020
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Guide Lines
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Editor’s Letter “ No one can whistle a symphony. It takes a whole orchestra to play it” How true is that. The last few months have just been of pure hard work, dedication, adherence and a galore of creativity. We couldn’t be more excited and overwhelmed to humbly present to you our debut issue of PRIMA DUBAI MAGAZINE. Staying true to its name, Prima Dubai unveils to you the dazzling Dubai which will instinctively prompt you to say, ‘WOW!’ Dubai is not just a land of opportunities, a paradise to live in, a home to leisure and constant entertainment but it is an exemplary emblem of convention and modernity. Known for its record breaking projects, Dubai boasts of its underwater 7 star hotel, man-made islands, tallest building in the world, largest fountain show and beautifully manicured Miracle garden. The mesmeric tourist destinations and the warm hospitality, attracts millions of tourists to Dubai, annually. Being the city of its own kind, Dubai has always been one of the glamorous cities. Through this issue we bring to you some of the deluxe hotels, wonderful shopping malls, beautiful white-sand beaches and the sport of gentlemen- Golf. Prima Team has vouched to deliver to you the essence of Dubai through Prima Dubai magazine, monthly. Through our magazine we are not just communicating with the audience in UAE but we are enlightening the German tourists with the lifestyle, leisure facilities and the grand living standard of Dubai. Dear Readers, we warmly welcome you to the first issue and hope you will enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed preparing it. We appreciate your support and are delighted to have you as a reader of Prima Dubai -
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His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Butti, in the year 1833 migrated the tribal Bani Yas family to Dubai. This led to Sheikh Maktoum becoming the founder of the ruling Maktoum family, which currently are the royal and ruling family of the emirate. Currently, the ruler of Dubai is His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is the Vice President and the Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates. H.H Sheikh Mohammed wishes to fulfill his father’s vision of Dubai, which is to make Dubai one of the leading cities in the world, which so far has been successful, as Dubai is internationally recognized for its tourism, trade and logistics between the East and the West.
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Dubai’s Do’s and Don’ts
Let’s take this opportunity to learn more about Dubai and remove some of the common misconceptions among the tourists before visiting Dubai. Beginning with the simplest question: is it nec- Is it necessary to learn Arabic to communicate essary to wear an Emirati dress during your stay in Dubai? in Dubai? It is always preferable to learn the commonly No, Dubai doesn’t have a particular dress code used words; however, it is not necessary. More but it is always advisable to wear clothes covering than 200 nationalities live in Dubai. Except Arabic, your knees and shoulders. You might be asked many other languages are commonly used such to leave a mall or public park if you wear reveal- as English, Hindi and Persian. ing clothes or shirts with offensive slogans. Men must cover their chest, knees and any inappropri- Can we visit the mosques in Dubai? ate tattoos; it is considered as disrespect to Islam. Hence it may offend the Emiratis. Beachwear can The mosque is a very sacred place for Musbe worn at the beach, swimming pool or the wa- lims. Muslims can visit mosques for the purpose ter park, but not in public places. Make sure to of prayer. Non-Muslims can only visit Jumeirah dress modestly and decently in public. Mosque in Dubai on certain days. Is drinking alcohol a crime in Dubai?
Is holding hands in public allowed?
There are many hotels with licensed restaurants bars and clubs. You are most welcome to visit those hotels and enjoy your time if you are above 21 years of age. If you’re caught carrying alcohol outside the hotel without the required liquor permit, you might be arrested. To avoid accidents and unpleasant incidents, alcohol is strictly forbidden in malls, while you are driving and all other public places.
Holding hands is allowed, but kissing and touching unsuitably are not. Any public display of affection is not tolerated and it might result in imprisonment or even deportation. Are there restrictions on photography in Dubai?
Dubai is a place with wonderful landmarks and marvellous entertainment facilities, you are always welcome to take pictures, but just make Can we carry sleep depressants or drugs? sure that you don’t photograph women without their permission and other places which are proNo, any medication carried without medical pre- hibited. scription is not allowed. There is zero-tolerance policy for drugs in Dubai and possession of illegal substances can result in minimum of three years imprisonment.
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Religion
Climate
In the UAE, the official religion is Islam. You will definitely notice some of the breathtaking mosques around the city, and will hear the call to prayer 5 times a day (known as the Azaan). Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the mosques except at Jumeirah Mosque. However, Dubai is pretty tolerant with other religions and is home to large expat communities of Hindus, Christians, Sikhs and others. Dubai also houses places of worship of other religions.
One would describe Dubai’s climate as a tropical desert climate, as summer temperatures do reach up to the mid and high 40’s during the day and remain in the 30’s overnight. The winter months are much milder and cooler, with the average temperature being around 20C at daytime, and going down to even 12C-14C at night, a more comfortable climate. From December to March the cool weather in the winter occasionally witnesses some rainfall, so travel prepared!
Population
Currency
Dubai’s population is estimated to be approximately 2.1 million people out of which approximately 85% comprise of expat population. Expat population chiefly comprise of Indians, Pakistanis, Sri Lankans, Bangladeshis, Nepalese and Filipinos. British expats is the largest group of Western expats in Dubai. It also has sizeable community of Iranians.
The Arab Emirati Dirham is the local currency used in Dubai, which is often referred to as either AED or AED, and will appear likewise on menus, price tags etc. The UAE dirham ranks from 100 fils to 1,000 Dirham bills. The coins come in 5 fils, 10 fils, 25 fils, 50 fils and 1 Dirham. Notes are issued in denominations of AED 5, AED 10, AED 20, AED 50, AED 100, AED 200, AED 500 and lastly AED 1,000. It’s a good idea to always keep with you smaller bills to pay for cheaper items, metro or taxi, since it may be hard to get change for AED 500 or AED 1,000 bill.
Language Arabic is the official language spoken in the UAE, although everywhere around the city just about everybody speaks English, especially in places of tourism and commerce. Other commonly used languages include Hindi, Farsi and Urdu. Tourists and non-Arabic speakers should have no problem communicating in Dubai.
Local Time The local time in the UAE is 4 hours ahead of GMT (4+ GMT) in the winter months, and 3 hours ahead of GMT (+3 GMT) hours in the summer months.
Money exchange and banking Exchanging money or traveler’s cheque is very convenient in Dubai. There are Exchange Centers located in most of the shopping malls and other convenient location around the city. The banks in Dubai are also open and working Saturday to Thursday (closed on Friday) while the city is dotted with ATM machines for quick cash withdrawal.
Weekend The weekends in Dubai are Friday and Saturday. Unlike Europe or other western countries, stores, tourist attractions and events are not closed on the weekends, and are in fact busier and more thrilling.
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Introductions My name is... - ismii.. What is your name? maa ismuka? (male) maa ismuki? (female) Where are you from? - min ayna anta? How old are you? - kam umruka?
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Greetings
Hello - marhaba Peace be upon you - as-salaamu alaikum (Response) Upon you be peace wa-alaikum as - salaam Welcome - ahlan wa sahlan Pleased to meet you - tasharrafna Goodbye - maas-salaama Until we meet again - ilallika´
THE QUICK FIX TO YOUR ARABIC Shopping
How much? - bikam? Do you sell...? - hal tabii...? I want to buy... - uriidu an ashtarii... I want to pay... - uriidu an adfa... Price - si´r Receipt - iisaal
Dining out
The menu please al-kaa´ima, min fadlak The bill please al hisaab, min fadlak
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General
Yes - naam No - laa Maybe - mumken I hope so (God willing) - In shaa´ Allah Please - min fadlak Thank you - shukran You´re welcome - afwan Excuse me - udhran Lets go - yalla Congratulations! - mabrook! Do you speak English? hal tatakallam al-ingliiziya?
Directions
Right - yamiinw Left - yasaar Straight on - alaa tuul Airport - mataar Bank - bank Beach - shaate´ Hotel - funduk´ Toilet - hammam Where is...? - ayna...? I am lost - anaa daa´i How can I find a taxi? kayfa yumke nunee aluthoor ala sayyaarat ujra? I would like to go to... awad an adhhab ila...
Numbers
0 - sifr 1 - waahid 2 - ithnaan 3 - thalaatha 4 - arbaa 5 - khamsa 6 - sitta 7 - sabaa 8 - thamaaniya 9 - tisa 10 - ashara 100 - mi´a 1000 - alf
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Abudhabi Heritage Village Presidential Palace Abudhabi Market Emirates Palace
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IG US TOUR S DUBAI Big Bus Tours provide a stress-free and convenient way to sightsee Dubai. With the Blue and Red Routes included in the itinerary, you can sit on the open top deck for the best views of the city, as both levels provide air-conditioned compartments. Plug in your headsets and choose your preferred language among a choice of 10 languages - including German - giving you interesting facts and figures about the city and its iconic landmarks. You may choose the day tour (24h or 48h ticket, valid during daily operational hours) or night tour; the day tour offers a ‘hop-on, hop-off’ service for you to visit the city at your own leisure. Buses pass at each stop every 30 minutes in the summer and every 20 minutes during the winter season. See the dazzling city of Dubai after sunset on the Panoramic Night tour which includes an English-speaking guide onboard.
Night Tour
This great experience has 21 stops, from the famous Burj Al Arab to the old towns and spice souk of Dubai, giving you a feel of the old and new Dubai. Big Bus’ day tours are either a 24 hour or 48 hour ticket, giving you plenty of time to discover the beautiful city at your own pace. You can get on and off at whichever stops interest you, and explore for as long as you’d like. Including your tour ticket, you also have many perks such as complimentary tickets to the Arabian Dhow Cruise on Dubai Creek, entry to Dubai Museum, entry to Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum’s House, a ticket for the RTA Water Bus and last but not least the Big Bus reward booklet, that offers you great deals to shopping, leisure, activities and events in Dubai.
The night tour is 2.45 hours long excursion with a qualified guide that explains and points out to you the highlights of the vibrant city at night time. A free viewing of the Sound & Light show at the Wafi Pyramids is also included. The warm, evening temperature of Dubai along with the live, informative commentary is a perfect way to experience and appreciate Dubai’s night time.
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Fly high to the blue Sky!
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eed a break from the glitz, glamour and party – Dubai offers it all, Sit back and relax, while this Balloon excursion takes you 3,000 feet above the land for a birds view to Dubai. The expedition starts off with a 30 minutes drive from Burj Khalifa, heading towards the Al-Ain highway. The take off site is right next to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Free of cost pickup points are available all around Dubai for your convenience. The one hour flight gives you a great view of the desert landscape with ravishing views of the sun rise.
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It costs approximately â‚Ź200 per person which includes pick up, cold refreshments and a flight certificate. So unlimited fun, trill and excitement is all what they offer. Do not miss your ride on the Magic Carpet. Visit the balloon very soon!
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The Wild Indulgence A
lthough Dubai is known for its modern and luxurious standard of living, Dubai greatly treasures its past and history. Dubai doesn’t just focus on museums and ancient sites but also provides opportunities to visitors and residents to experience the traditional arab lifestyle themselves. One of the adventurous and thrilling activities includes the Desert Safari. A four wheel will pick you from home and take you away from the busy Sheikh Zayed road to the open dunes of Desert Safari. The cheery vendors will welcome you with chants to try their traditional accessories including arabic scarves and adornments before you move forward for the most exhilarating ride.
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ne bashing is the arabic version of a roller coaster through the desert. The drivers are skilled and ensure all safety measure before the nerve wrecking ride. As the driver twist and cruise the four-wheel, the sand dune starts to rise. The four-wheel goes up and down, left and right and in no time a storm of sand dune encircles your jeep.
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After the furious ride, relax your nerves and enjoy the gentle sand waves as they settle on the slopes. The golden sand dune and the impeccable twilight are the perfect backdrop for your memorable picture of the day. In Arab world camels are known to be the boats of a desert. What could be a better way to enter the Bedouin camps than to travel on a camel itself? When you enter the camp, sit on a comfortable cushion and admire the aroma of Barbeque food and flavoured shisha. Feast on the traditional food as you enjoy the Arab music and dance performances by a group of trained dancers. Treat yourself with a souvenir from the shops or get your hands decorated with elegant and floral henna designs. Your journey through the uneven roads, the moment of anticipation before the dune bashing, the beautiful sunset and the feeling of celebration inside the camp will leave you with lots of cherished and unforgettable memories
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Dubai Museum
The Door to Dubai’s Heritage and Culture
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ituated in the heart of Dubai, Al Fahidi Fort houses the famous Dubai Museum. This historical archaeological site is located opposite the Grand Mosque, near the Ruler’s Court in Bur Dubai and close to the Fahidi Metro Station on the Green Line. Costing just a small sum of AED 3, you enter into a world of heritage and culture like no other. The twirling ramp in the gallery leads you to the cinematic multimedia room. The quick review of Dubai from the 1920’s to the 2000’s in a video is definitely something to watch. As you walk further into the museum, you will enter the busy streets of Dubai from the olden days. The lifelike mannequins and the recognizable sounds of the city bring the streets to life. Each exhibition portrays its own story. The carpenter, from Al Boteen Street, is so engrossed in carving the wooden doors and windows with verses from the Holy Quran and making boats for the next expedition that he is ignorant of the noise his work creates.
By Fatima Anwar
Gold has always been one of the key trades of Dubai. One of the characteristic traditions of the emirates was the fusion of European and Islamic coins with gold jewellery. The coins were punched with holes and threaded like beads. One of the most famous necklaces exhibiting the same intricacy is the Dellal from the 19th century.
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he rapid clatter will take you towards the black smith’s shop- one of the oldest crafts in the region. It is a model of one of the small shops on creek side that could accommodate just the blacksmith, his fire pot, anvil and hammer. The nails, cleavers and knives made in this shop were used in the making of dhows and boats. In a small square room, you will find two men sitting on the floor and discussing pearls. Pearl merchandise was indeed the most popular trade in the history of Dubai and involved many affluent Arabs of that time who owned the best dhows. Other photographic displays include the pottery shop, tailor shop, palm frond craft, cloth shop and the food shop. Another captivating display is the setup of the oasis life. Every statue adds to the story; a woman carrying a mat basket over her head; a man nailing his boat; two men assembling the fishing nets and others travelling with their camels.
Photography Sharmeen Khan
The exit will lead you straight to the souvenir shop. A unique stock of traditional things that include book mats, pens, shirts, bags, small sculptures and gold and glass showpieces of the famous landmarks in Dubai will sum up your journey with lots of memories, pictures and a desire to go back.
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Sky Diving
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he Dubai skyline beckons, giving the feeling of awe while staring at the tallest world structure, a giant of human accomplishment – the Burj Khalifa. Skydiving above it would be too distant a dream but Dubai has another arena to replicate that awesome sensation, which is skydive Dubai. Skydiving has become one of the most extreme and popular action-sports in the world attracting the adrenaline junkies and adventure seekers alike. It has found a place in every person’s “bucket list”. It’s all about the rush, excitement and thrill of freefalling over 200km per hour. Today, Skydive, Dubai is nominated as the best tourist attractions in the city, appealing to hundreds of people participating on a daily basis. It has two locations. The Palm Jumeirah drop zone, which are Dubai’s artificial islands created on sea jutting into the Persian Gulf. It gives you an extraordinary view of the Palm below and the Dubai Skyline over you. It offers tandem jumps, meant for first time divers where the passenger is harnessed to an expert diver also known as the ‘Master Tandem’ or ‘Master Instructor’. Experienced skydivers can perform fun jumps (requires D license & minimum 500 jumps). They also provide coached jumps with pre-booking, professional rigging and reserve pack services. The Desert Campus drop zone offers the perfect setting for students to learn, grow and improve their skills and credits by being a part of the team training and skydive courses. The Courses Include tandem skydives, accelerated free fall, coaching and licensed solo skydiving. The new season has just begun at the world’s premier skydiving location, The Palm drop zone which has five aircrafts namely, Caravan, Pilatus porter, 3 Twin Otters and 3 Air balloons; leading products and equipment, incredible facilities, newly opened restaurant and a highly experienced staff speaking various languages at their disposal and a cumulative record of 220,000 jumps by the staff. Undoubtedly, for Skydive, Dubai… Sky is not the Limit! Govind Nayar, a finance executive at R.A.K Bank described his experience as “The most amazing six minutes of my life at Palm DZ!” “Can’t think of a prettier place to soar” – Michelle Mendonza, tourist from Bali, Indonesia. “I would describe Skydive Dubai’s Palm DZ new season opening in 3Bs – Bigger, Better and more Beautiful” said Alan Gayton, operations manager at Skydive Dubai Palm DZ.
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The Dubai Fountain By Fatima Anwar
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he world’s largest choreographed fountain show, also known as The Dubai Fountain, is located near the iconic Burj Khalifa and the biggest shoppers’ paradise, The Dubai Mall. This beautiful display of shooting water and myriad lights is staged on the 30 acre man-made Burj Khalifa Lake.
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Every day, around 25 fountain performances are presented every 30 minute witnessed by hundreds of people gathered on the boardwalk of Dubai Mall to watch this gorgeous musical fountain show. To avoid a huge crowd and have the best view, it is always preferable to reach there at least 10 minutes earlier. It’s free of cost and definitely worth the wait. The performance usually begins with slow music and illumination from around 6,600 advanced incandescent superlights and 25 color projectors. In an instance, the water squirts from powerful jets and brings the scene to life. The fountain sprays water in different patterns and styles and can shoot up to the unbelievable height
of 150 meters (equal to a 50 story building!) Each performance is accompanied by a distinctive song carefully chosen from the list of world music. Be it Michael Jackson’s Thriller or Arabic Shick Shack Shock, the vibrant music adds life to the spectacular visual experience. Other heartfelt performances include Con Te Partiro, Sama Dubai- an Emirati and The Prayer. Burj Khalifa offers a complete view of this amazing fountain show that is spread over a distance of 900 feet (equivalent to two large football fields). Every year more than 30 million people visit the magnetic Burj Khalifa and enjoy the mesmeric water dance
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Ice Skating W
ant to stay indoors but at the same time indulge in something exciting? The Dubai Ice Rink is the place to be. Dubai Mall boasts an Olympic-size ice skating rink which happens to be a popular place with families and the younger crowds. Dubai Ice Rink is a destination where each and everyone is bound to have a tremendous experience. The public sessions offer skaters a 2 hour opportunity to either experience the thrill of ice skating for the first time or mastering the art of ice skating. If you’re in the mood for a livelier atmosphere, then join the disco sessions which takes place on Monday, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. With the splendid play of sound and lights, no ice skating experience could get anymore thrilling. For those, who find the 2 hour public sessions insufficient can join the mega skate weekends. These sessions offer visitors unlimited access to the rink for a day.
By Sachi Kumar
Whether you want to perfect your skating skills or simply have a pleasant time with your friends, visiting this sensational rink is a must!
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Ski Dubai
By Prerana Sonawane
Experience winter in Dubai!
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Unveil a world of snowman’s, snowball fights, snowboarding, skiing, sledging or just dancing in a heap of snow at the first indoor ski resort in the UAE. Moreover, get to meet the coolest flapping dwellers of Ski Dubai; the Snow Penguins! Drink hot chocolate in the chill atmosphere ,enjoy the scenic beauty of the snow-capped park in a chairlift,
snack at the Avalanche cafĂŠ, explore the Snow Cavern or whirl around in the giant ball. Improve your skills by joining the skiing and snowboarding lessons offered for all ages inclusive of equipment and clothes. So grab your family and friends and head over to thrill and chill for a fun filled snowy day!
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s we entered the Asian restaurant, my colleague and I were welcomed by a smiling team of hostesses. Our guide for the day led us towards our table. I couldn’t help but steal glances at the contemporary decoration; the glass chandelier, the high chairs, the intriguing artefacts, the sushi counter and the live view of the open kitchen. The server helped us decide our 3 meal course through a brief and neat menu. We were quite impressed by her knowledge of the menu and commendable hospitality. From the vast range of wine and drinks, my colleague selected the elegant Sauvignon Blanc while I chose the invigorating cherry blossom. For appetizers, we ordered Rice Paper Rolls and Hot and Sour Thai Soup. I could distinctively smell ginger, lemon and mint as the waitress poured the hot clear Thai soup in my bowl containing beautifully presented mushrooms and prawns. My colleague was quite pleased by the presentation of the fresh and crisp rice paper rolls. After the delectable start it was time for the main course. The Ginger Lotus Sea Bass arrived in a big baked Lotus Leaf coated in their special sweet Vietnamese Sauce. The fish was cooked to perfection and was packed with a galore of flavours. As I cut through the warm Vietnamese Chicken, I couldn’t help but admire the tenderness and succulence of the chicken that was well presented on a wooden dish with pickled radish and carrots and their authentic chilli fish sauce. For dessert, we had Mango and coconut ice cream and mint. This authentic Asian dessert was an explosion of sumptuousness. The cold vanilla ice cream floating over the mango syrup covered in shredded coconut and topped with fresh coconut milk. Before leaving, a surprise awaited us- the fortune cookies! These sweet little cookies were half coated with a blue layer, highlighting the Blue in the restaurant’s name.
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A passionate and zealous team of servers near the exit wished us farewell as we left content after the wonderful dinner.
Blue Jade at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai (JBR) For reservations or enquiries, please call +971 4 318 6150 email dine.dubai@ritzcarlton.com or visit ritzcarlton.com/dubai
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his place is definitely not like the regular cafés you visit; on entering this café you are bound to have one of the best experiences of your life. The Rainforest café, amidst Dubai’s most popular mall Dubai mall, recreates a simulated tropical rainforest, with animals (tigers, lions, gorillas) propped across the café. The elaborate vegetation, the cascading waterfalls and rainstorms complete with thundering and lightening gives the café a very real feeling to it. These animals come to life every fifteen minutes by letting out calls which makes this place even more entrancing.
The Rainforest café offers a wide range of regular café food that ranges from pastas and salads to burgers, steaks and seafood. As we start this little adventure of ours, my companion, ordered the “cha cha detox juice”. This low-fat cooler is specially made for the health conscious and is prepared using mint, lemon and cucumber. I ordered the “Tropicano”; which is a mixture of strawberry, banana and vanilla ice cream and was the perfect delicacy to beat Dubai’s heat.
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We skip through the healthy salads and soups, and head straight for a plate of “raging thunder Buffalo wings”. Staying true to its name, the boneless wings were spicy and flavorsome. We then call for the “Amazon fajitas”, which are a mixture of sizzling chicken and beef that were served with crunchy onions and bell peppers. The chicken and beef pieces were tender and cooked to perfection. The “Parmesan chicken” was my personal favorite. Topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, this dish was heavenly. It was accompanied with linguini and toasted bread. Reaching our appetite limits, we couldn’t call it a night without indulging in “Nile’s Quagmire pie”. A chocolate and coconut pie, topped with vanilla ice cream, caramel and vanilla sauce; turned out to be the perfect ending to our little adventure. Apart from the mesmerizing ambience and the great food, there is a fabulous view of the Dubai Aquarium right from the café. Rainforest café even offers an exciting shopping experience which sells wildlife themed merchandise. To let your inner child out and experience a menu filled with enticing dishes and wholesome goodness, visiting the Rainforest café is a must.
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The Way Of Good Living riental Medicine has become a popular way of alternative medicine and is widely used in the United States and Europe. Chaslu Wellbeing Center provides a true traditional and professional service. The friendly yet professional staff includes only Chinese therapists who are certified in the art of acupuncture, Tui Na massage, cupping and reflexology. Located in Umm Sequim 1, Jumeirah this center offers a wide range of traditional Chinese treatments, including acupuncture, herbal remedies and massage. I have experienced its signature treatment - Tui Na Massage. Tui Na is a form of deep tissue massage based on the body’s acupoints and meridians, it promotes relaxation and mainly increases energy, which is totally opposite of the usual feeling of wanting to sleep after the session. It makes the treatment a perfect stop over on
your way home after a stressful day at work, or before an important evening out, as it helps with headaches (including migraines) and all the stress associated disorders. It is also effective in treating joint pain, musculoskeletal disorders and relieving muscular tension. The session typically lasts 1 hour and can also be prolonged to 90 minutes. Techniques that I had experienced were done using various types of Chinese oils, combining bodywork therapy and aromatherapy at the same time. Give your bones a treat, wipe out your stress, feel rejuvenated at the Chaslu Wellbeing Center, it’s a must have on the to-do list in Dubai.
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Nail Organic Spa
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re you exhausted, tired or completely stressed? Not to worry, because Team Prima is going to lead you to the ultimate relaxation destination. N.A.I.L.S, located in Dubai Marina, is a nail and body spa that specializes in organics that is designed to aid rejuvenation by performing natural treatments and aromatherapies. Eminence, La Phyto and Altearah Bioare
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are all natural and organic products that are used for face and body treatments at the spa. This spa is the ultimate heaven to keep your hands and feet at its best. Featuring semi private suits and a varied range of colors to choose from, you’re definitely in for an amazing treat. When Ms. Chantal recommended me to try the Spa’s signature manicure and pedicure, I couldn’t resist. As I entered, I was welcomed by their extremely hospitable staff and aromas of fresh fruit fragrances which instantly transported me into a world of tranquility. The staff made it a point to sculpt my nails to
perfection, while pampering me to the utmost. Before getting my nails buffed, the team applied clay on my hands and feet in order to relax and restore them to its original beauty. N.A.I.L.S offers their customers with a collection of nail polishes named after ZOYA, which is a non toxic polish and does not have any harmful affects on your nails. My nails surely look stunning after indulging in this 60 minute manicure and pedicure which was the perfect way to restore my long lost freshness. Sparkle and Shine – Visit the N.A.I.L.S, it’s the place to be.
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ubai is transformed into a city of lights, glamour and magic after sundown, joining the panel of the most elite, fashionable, luxury and high-end nightlife of Dubai, welcome “The VIP Room” located at one of the top luxury hotels in Dubai - JW Marriot Marquis. Even before stepping into this hotspot club, you know you’re in for a magnificent night, entering a world of pure extravagance; enticing the elite and witnessing wonderstruck expressions from the crowd. VIP Room has created a top-notch reputation with its ritzy-glitzy appeal, best music, variety of drinks & service. It has found its place on every celebs to-go list.
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The Act By Prerana Sonawane
Act while you Move and Groove The Act – presents a whole new concept to clubbing and theater. The first theatre club of its kind is already the most sought after club in town, found on the 42nd & 43rd floors of the Shangri-La Hotel; it has established itself as the highest theatre in the world. The Act brings you a whole theatrical package with dining tables in front of the main stage, banquet booths, enclaves and exclusive themed areas for reserved parties. This innovative & captivating concept brings together a variety of theatrical acts and impressive shows by international performers while guests savor the Peruvian food and sip on special cocktails every Sunday and Thursday.
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midst the iconic landmarks of Dubai you will find a distinctive wave-shaped five star resort, Jumeirah Beach Hotel. View the stunning Arabian Gulf or experience the most thrilling activities, you will definitely relish your stay at Jumeirah Beach Hotel. You can always count on the hotel for their excellent services, superb restaurants and genuine courtesy.
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Whether its a luxurious business lunch or a fun filled family dinner, the Jumeirah Beach resturants ensures an unforgettable experience. Indulge in sumptuous Latin American cuisine, authentic Pan-Asian food or tantalizing German cuisine; Jumeirah Beach resturants offers a wide and impressive range of cuisines to its visitors. Sip an imported German beer or relish their divine desserts; they have it all for you!
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P | Lifestyle “The proud tradition of pearl diving in the UAE may be gone but it’s certainly not forgotten,” rightly said by Major Ali. EMEG and Jumeirah Group revived Dubai’s history and heritage by introducing a pearl diving tour to allow tourists and residents to learn and experience the treditional trade of pearl diving. Pearl diving, the essence of Dubai’s economy in yesteryears, has returned. You can book a five hour trip in advance. The bus will pick you up from the Jumeirah Beach Hotel and drive you to the shallow waters of Palm Jebel Ali. As you sit on the embroidered floor cushions in the chalet, the Emirati guide, Major Ali, will engage you in an informative one to one session with the aid of a TV. After the interesting narration of the rich pearl heritage and how divers risked their lives without sufficient equipment to earn their basic living, you will be served a traditional Emirati breakfast. Dress into the traditional white dress before you set sail for your voyage In Emirati tradition, it is believed that a white cotton dress would save you from jellyfish stings under the sea . As you carry the clay pot of fresh water towards the 60 foot wooden dhow, you are welcomed by active sailors and the authentic aroma of barbeque sea food.
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When the journey starts, the dhow is towed by a fully equipped rescue boat. Being the instructor, Major Ali will dive first and demonstrate diving techniques to you, which involves tying a rope connected to a heavy weight around your ankle. This allows the weight to speedily drag the diver to the seabed. When you start your hunt for the jew-
els of the sea, you can undergo the passion and vibrancy of a pearl diver from centuries back. Jubilant and thrilled, you would want to collect more and more oysters before returning to the deck. Throughout the whole underwater experience, you are closely supervised by a trained and experienced team.
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fter all the divers have finished their hunt, it’s time for the exciting moment: shucking the oysters. Major Ali and his team will demonstrate the art of breaking the delicate oysters and showing where the pearls are likely to be. Those who are lucky to uncover pearls can keep their findings as a souvenir. According to a tradition quoted by Major Ali, pearls are raindrops and are made when an irritant enters an oyster shell. To shield itself, the
oyster coats the irritant with a substance called Nacre, generally know as mother-of-pearl. As times passes, the layers of Nacre form the pearl. The exciting discussion about the rich culture of pearls continues by singing and clapping and a customary lunch of fish and rice prepared on board by the sailors. In the past, there was a hierarchy for eating. The
one who would bring more shells would eat first and the one who brought the least number of shells would eat at the end. This served as a motivation for divers for the next day’s dive. Whether you have a pearl in your stash or not, you will return home with a vast knowledge of the rich and historical pearl exploration through your personal experience of traditional pearl diving.
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umeirah Beach Hotel offers free access to the exciting Wild Wadi Water Park. With its adrenaline-pumping rides and passionate team, Wild Wadi has made it to the top 10 attractions of Dubai. Doze off on the lazy river, plunge down through the thrilling Jumeirah. Sceirah or experience the perfect body boarding; Wild Wadi has more than 20 unbelievable rides to offer you for a great experience.
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The renowned PBI Tennis Programme at Jumeirah Beach Hotel offers an exciting range of instructional sessions and social activities for both adults and juniors. Join the team of 3 million tennis enthusiasts from around the globe and enhance your skills.
Set in a secure environment, The Talise Climbing Wall allows you to test your stamina by climbing a 6 meter high wall under the supervision of qualified professionals. For experienced climbers, Jumeirah Beach Hotel offers top roped and lead climbing routes.
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With access to 900 metres of private beach, Jumeirah Beach Hotel offers numerous water sports, including water skiing and sailing. Take advantage of the complimentary water sports activities on a lazy day at the beach.
A world within a world, the green within the blue Scuba Diving more than a sport, it’s an experience, once the diver starts gliding through water, the loud whisper indulges you in the serenity of marine life escorted with stream of colors all around you. Dubai possibly could not have overlooked such an experience; a number of places offer this sport. Atlantis the Palm facilitates you with a five star dive center with skilled trainers. A Discovering Scuba diving session can be taken by the non divers at the Palm, which includes theory sessions and pool training.
Special sessions are designed for the children introducing them to the art of Scuba Diving. A minimum fee of € 31 applies for a try dive in a pool, €82 for a beach dive and if you are a beginner who is adventurous enough you can take lessons for € 308. Apart from Atlantis, Scuba diving can be done at Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Deep Blue Sea Diving Center. This adventurous sport not only introduces you to another world but also serves as a peace of mind. Admire the beauty, explore the unexplored, and enjoy the adventure!
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Make yourself comfortable on one of the Arabic style couches while you relax with shisha and drinks from the bar. The loud music from every era will definitely drag you to the dance floor and leave you with unforgettable memories
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Strolling through the walk way, the blend of the overwhelming serenity and the upbeat music makes you swing, move and groove. The night gets brighter and happier by every passing hour. An ideal place for a dazzling night out- bar under the blazing stars
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Emirates Airline
Hello Tomorrow! One of the worlds’ top ten airlines and now the largest in the Middle East, Emirates Airline has been steadily emergent, linking people all over the world and catering to all classes. The recent innovation in Dubai International Airport is the Terminal 3 built exclusively for Emirates and is the largest building in the world by floor space, with over 423 acres. Emirates’ first class features private suites, two showerequipped lavatories and spa, and access to the first/business class bar area and lounge. Business class features seats that recline to long, angled lie-flat beds. Amenities include massage function, privacy partition, winged headrest with six-way movement, two individual reading lights and an overhead light per seat, in-seat power supply, USB Ports and an RCA socket for laptop connection, and a TV screen that includes over 600 channels of entertainment. The Economy class offers a standard single seat, with extreme comfort. The seat features adjustable headrests, a 600–1000 channel In-Flight-Entertainment (IFE) and in-seat laptop power-outlets on newer aircraft and laptop recharging facilities in galleys in older aircrafts.
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Extremely accommodating and cooperative, Emirates allows passengers to check-in between 2 to 48 hours prior to their flight departure. This can be done over the counter or at the lounge within the airport. Selfservice kiosks are also available for convenience at Dubai International Airport, as well as at certain stations of the Dubai Metro. First and Business class passengers, as well as Skywards Gold and Silver members, have access to Emirates’ Lounges. The airline has 32 lounges in 28 cities. At airports in which Emirates does not operate a departure lounge, a third party departure lounge is usually provided for First and Business class passengers as well as Skywards Gold members. First and Business class passengers can also make use of complimentary chauffeur-driven airport transfers in selected cities.
Emirates Airline helps you sketch your dream vacation with utmost ease, convenience and pleasure. Fly Emirates, discover Dubai.
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Grand Hyatt Award winning Five Star Hotel known for its luxury services and contemporary interior.
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“A true resort style hotel with state of the art features including scenic gardens and corridors that lead you to the stunning waterfall and tropical lagoons near the alluring pool area.�
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he elegant Al Nakheel Lounge, in the heart of Grand Hyatt’s lobby, is quite popular among the hotel visitors and guests. Every evening you can enjoy a sumptuous selection of refreshments and invigorating range of premium beverages as they play soothing music in the background.
The pleasant and lively ambiance makes Peppercrab the perfect choice for your family or friends reunion. The restaurant serves some of Singapore’s signature dishes such as Roasted Duck, Prawn Curry and Peppercrab cooked in a unique blend of Asian spices and Singaporean sauces. Delicioso! Enjoy your wine from the array as you walk into the wonderful display of myriad sauces.
Your stay at Grand Hyatt is incomplete without experiencing the amazing food at the Market Cafe. This international restaurant offers truly authentic Arabic, Italian and Indian cuisine. Indulge in the vast range of desserts, pastries and fresh juices prepared at the bar. Enliven your long family brunches by the fresh seafood buffet prepared especially on Fridays.
Either take advantage of the numerous indoor and outdoor activities, from beautiful swimming pools to a modern gym or simply sit back and enjoy the view of the lush green garden and the cascading water. Grand Hyatt has everything for your enchanting trip
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abeel Saray is a true imitation of the palaces from the Ottoman era. Set across the west ring of the beautiful Palm Jumeirah, Zabeel Saray offers a perfect view of the Palm and the skyline of Dubai. Embellished with rich Turkish Interior, the hint of luxurious Arab lifestyle and the warm hospitality make Zabeel Saray the excellent choice for your dream vacation. . Zabeel Saray has done an absolute justice to the grandeur of the Ottoman Palace. The spacious rooms with majestic gold and maroon interior are a true representation of the affluent Golden era. Attached to each room is a huge Ottoman style bathroom with an outsize bath tub and modern rain shower. Every living room is adorned with intricate pieces of art and royal sentiment.
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P | Lifestyle As you enter Imperium Restaurant, you will be charmed by the calm ambiance, the crystal chandelier, the high ceilings and the carved wooden interior. Zabeel Saray’s signature restaurant is not just known for its extravagant style but also for its authentic French cuisine
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Your stay is not complete if you haven’t experienced the spa at Zabeel Saray. Talise Ottoman Spa was crowned UAE’s Leading Spa Resort in 2011. The spa features expert therapists, extensive menu and numerous rooms including Turkish Hammam and VIP couples room. Drift into the world of relaxation and comfort and experience true luxury at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray.
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The Glamours Emine And Her Story to Glory
A perfect hairdo /hair color plays a vital role in your personality, Pro hair and makeup stylist Emine Funk has been enhancing, grooming and improving ladies in Dubai since the last 15years. Her magical fingers have been working with some of the legends in the beauty industry such as L’Oreal. Adding to her career glory, she has recently become an Ambassadress of UAE’s Kerastase Luxury Hair Care Products. Emine being the only German hairstylist in UAE is one of the most wanted professionals. Currently, heading the VOG Color Your life; a spa and beauty centre keeps her motivated and busy enchanting females all over Dubai. This success story started 2 years ago when Emine received an offer to manage a newly opened beauty salon in Dubai.
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‘In the past, when I was watching reports and documentaries about Dubai and Abu Dhabi, I was sure that I would never be able to go there because everything seemed so expensive and luxurious… ‘’ laughs Emine.
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But her passion and zeal for beauty and glamour soon convinced her to join the salon and start her new life here in Middle East. Emine believes that the beauty industry is one of the most blooming industries in Dubai and the ingredient to run one successfully not only involves keeping high standards but also high degree of customer satisfaction is compulsory.
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P | Lifestyle When asked to describe the gist of VOG Color Your Life, Emine very humbly stated that, ‘VOG Color Your Life is a small yet very cozy spa. We are offering all types of services starting from simple manicure and pedicure till LPG sliming and other equipment involved treatments. I make sure that all services are provided at the highest quality, which is extremely important with such competition like here. I am in charge of 12 people staff and every master stylist has her own loyal clients. ’ Some of the very many achievements by Emine at the VOG Color Your Life centre, are the consecutive two years of successful award winning at the Dubai World Cup events held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mo¬hammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum for the best Hair do/ hats. Emine , unveils her secret to success saying ‘’ At VOG Color Your Life, I believe, that the clients feedback is the most important. If a client leaves your spa happy and content, what else does one wish for?” Emine describes Dubai as a land of opportunities, and is planning to expand with more branches all across Dubai. Summing her experience in Dubai so far, Emine said, ‘When I wake up, the first thing I do is, I go to the terrace holding my coffee while I’m enjoying an amazing view of The Palm and the sun. When I drive to work, I pass by Burj Al Arab and I feel like
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I am on holiday. Maybe my life here is a holiday that doesn’t end … ‘ We at Prima, wish and pray for a lifelong vacation and a successful stay in Dubai for Emine. Her work speaks for itself and we are highly impressed by this young , motivated and inspiring lady.
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FRIDAY BRUNCH ON THE 24TH FLOOR Sumptuous flavours, breathtaking views, convenient location and great value for money – the perfect ingredients to your Friday brunch. Give your weekends the lift they deserve as you tantalise your taste buds with inspiring international flavours presented with traditional Thai style. Price: Starts at AED 155 per person
For enquiries and reservations: Tel: +971 4 317 4515 Email: dine.dtdu@dusit.com Web: dusitthanidubai.dusit.com
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Yum Factor The solution to your Bread and Butter Classic Beef Tartar 150g beef fillet, finely chopped shallot, finely chopped 1tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp cornichon, chopped (see know-how) 1tsp nonpareille capers 1 tsp chopped parsley Maldon sea salt 1 egg yolk Mix together all the ingredients except the egg with a good pinch of black pepper and 2 good pinches of Maldon sea salt. Arrange on a small plate (you can use a ring) and top with the egg yolk (leave it in a half shell for presentation if you like). Season the egg yolk and serve.
Homemade Panzanella Salad A popular bread salad from Italy, panzanella is a wonderful way to celebrate summer flavors. Salmon adds substance and a boost of hearthealthy omega-3 fatty acids. Serves 4 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 Tbsp. white wine vinegar 2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp. black pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 day-old whole wheat baguette, sliced into 1-inch cubes (5 cups) 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered 1 cucumber, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup basil thinly sliced 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped 3 oz. feta cheese, cubed 6 oz. smoked salmon, sliced In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, mustard, pepper and garlic. Add bread, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil, olives and feta. Toss to coat and let mixture sit about 30 minutes. Divide salad among serving plates and top with smoked salmon. Nutritional Info Per Serving: 332 calories, 16g protein, 21g fat (6g saturated), 21g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 705mg sodium
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Sweet And Sour Salmon Sliced, assorted vegetables placed under the fish before cooking are an added bonus to this Sweet and Sour Salmon. Times Prep Time : 4 min Cook Time : 25 min Ready Time : 29 min Servings 8 Servings Ingredients 8 salmon fillets, about 2 pounds 1 cup Cantonese-style duck sauce (sweet & sour) 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Directions 1-Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray. 2-Rinse fillets and pat dry. Place in prepared pan. 3- In a small bowl, mix the duck sauce, ketchup and crushed red pepper and pour over salmon. 4-Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until desired doneness. Serve warm. Add some veggies to this dish by slicing zucchini, onions and red and green bell peppers, and placing them under the salmon before baking.
Pick And Mix Salad The idea of me presenting this salad to you like this is to give you the general philosophy behind creating a great, great salad so you can start making your own. There are no rules, just start picking and mixing. Even using just 3 or 4 ingredients will give you a salad that rocks. Ingredients a soft ingredient a crunchy ingredient a herby ingredient a veg a cheese a topping your favourite dressing sea salt and black pepper To make your pick-and-mix salad • Choose an ingredient from each • Wash and spin dry the soft and crunchy leaves • Pick the herby leaves off their stalks, discarding the stalks • Finely slice or peel the veg and shave, tear or crumble up the cheese • Toss everything together in a large bowl • Dress simply with your favorite salad dressing and season with a good pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, if needed • Divide the salad between your serving bowls and sprinkle over your chosen topping
Balsamic Short Ribs Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: Up to 2 3/4 hours Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon salt 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 6 bone-in short ribs (about 3 pounds) 2 leeks, white parts only, sliced 2 medium yellow onions, sliced 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard,3 sprigs fresh rosemary 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar ,1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 quarter unsalted beef stock,Green onions, sliced, for serving (optional) INSTRUCTIONS In a large, heavy-bottom pot such as a Dutch oven, heat the oil on medium. Working in batches so as not to crowd the pan, sear the short ribs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until well browned. Transfer the short ribs to a plate. Add the leeks, onions, carrots, celery and garlic to the pot and cook until well browned, stir for 12 to 15 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and tomato paste, and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until the tomato paste turns a brick-reddish-brown color. Add the Dijon mustard, rosemary sprigs, balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the short ribs to the pot, then add the beef stock. Bring the mixture up to a low simmer and cover. The pot can be left on the stovetop on low heat or placed in a 325-degree oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the short ribs are very tender when pierced with a fork. Transfer meat and vegetables to a platter. Cover with foil and a couple of kitchen towels to keep warm. Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the solids from the liquid. Bring the liquid to a boil on the stovetop and cook until reduced to 1 cup. Drizzle the glaze over the short ribs, sprinkle on green onions if using, and serve. Pre serving: 550 calories; 240 calories from fat (44 percent of total calories); 26 g fat (10 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 135 mg cholesterol; 29 g carbohydrate; 48 g protein; 3 g fiber; 650 mg sodium.
Tiramisu 1 cup (250 mL) ricotta cheese 8 oz (250 g) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup (125 mL) sugar 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla 24 - 32 ladyfingers 1/2 cup (125 mL) coffee liqueur 1 tbsp (15 mL) cocoa Combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in a food processor; process until smooth. Cover bottom of an 8 inch (20 cm) square glass baking dish with a single layer of ladyfingers; drizzle with half of coffee liqueur. Spread half of cheese mixture over ladyfingers. Repeat layering procedure with remaining ladyfingers, liqueur and cheese mixture. Sift cocoa over top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Serves 6 - 8.
Baked New York Cheesecake 3 eggs 125g butter, melted 3/4 cup sour cream 3/4 cup caster sugar 2 x 250g packets cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind 250g packet plain sweet biscuits Frozen raspberries, thawed, to serve Step 1 Preheat oven to 160°C/140°C fan-forced. Grease a 6cmdeep, 22cm round (base) spring-form cake pan. Step 2 Process biscuits until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add butter. Process until combined. Press mixture over base and sides of pan leaving a 2cm gap from top (see Cooking class). Refrigerate for 30 minutes Step 3 Process cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla and lemon rind until smooth. Add eggs, 1 at a time, processing until just combined. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour or until just set and centre wobbles slightly. Allow to cool in oven for 2 hours, with door ajar. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with raspberries.
Carre d’agneau Delicious Carr_d_agneau a lamb recipe from Provence for Rack of Lamb roasted with a mustard, rosemary and thyme crust. 3 lb. (8 ribs) rack of lamb, frenched 3 Tablespoons of olive oil 2 shallots, finely chopped 2 large garlic cloves, very finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon of ground thyme 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 teaspoon of ground rosemary 2 Tablespoons of Dijon mustard salt & freshly ground pepper Preparation 2 Tablespoons of finely chopped parsley 1/2 -1/3 cup of soft dry bread crumbs Preheat oven to 525∞F. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet and add the shallots and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, do not allow the vegetables to color. Remove the skillet from heat, add bread crumbs, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Stir in egg then mustard. Stuffing should hold together in soft mounds. Spread the remaining oil in a roasting pan, add the lamb and turn to coat on all sides. Roast for 9 minutes, turning once so that the lamb browns on both sides. Remove from oven. Spread the stuffing over the fat side of the meat. Return to oven and roast for 8 minutes for rare (internal temp: 130-135∞). Cook an additional 5 minutes for well-done. Remove from oven, turn broiler to med-high and broil for about 3 minutes or until crust turns golden brown. Transfer to a warm platter and let sit in 200∞ oven for 5 minutes before carving. To serve: Carve roast into 8 chops and arrange on a platter to serve. Goes very well accompanied by tomatoes provenaal. To make the tomatoes: make a another batch of the stuffing, cut 2 tomatoes in half, arrange in an oiled baking dish. Spread the stuffing on the tops and bake at 400∞ for 10-15 minutes, then broil for 1 minute. They may be served at room temperature.
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Fruitesca’s juice bars’ grand opening in Dubai mall was on the 4th of Novemeber 2009 along with Dubai Mall’s grand opening, and has been providing vitamins and fruity goodness to it’s customer since. When in Dubai mall, the biggest mall in the world you must pay a visit to fruitesca. Located on the second floor of the mall, in the exact center of the food court is hard to miss with the mouthwatering pictures of fruits, and The eye catching, colorful setup. The drinks and smoothies that Fruitesca serves are all natural, low in fat and very low in Calories at a great value for price. The drinks are all mixed, cut and
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prepared right in front of the you, giving you 100% assurance about the quality and ingredients of your drink. A guarantee of NO preservatives, extra sugars, or powders is promised to all customers as that is the most fundamental Thing in Fruitesca, a wonderful choice for the athlete or healthy tourist! Other than Fruit juices and mixes, they also have a great and diverse range of top-notch tea, coffee, snacks and crepes, a treat in store for everyone. Recently they have also introduced all natural fruit icelollies, a great cooling snack for the summer time.
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By Fathima Anwar
The Dubai property market is setting a high reputation for property developement throughout the world. Being a hub for foreign investments, Dubai leads in unparrallel projects and properties that will remain the future of overseas real estate investment for years to come.
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DROP IF YOU ARE FIT ENOUGH. The glitz, glory and glamour in Dubai are tasteless without a pinch of Fitness in it
By Amal Butt
To enjoy Dubai to the most, one needs to be fitter than the fittest. An integral part of one’s vanity is wellbeing physically. Once health is taken care of, wealth and wisdom follows. So enough of shredding in the kitchen it’s time to shred ourselves, it’s time for workout
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“Your fitness goals determine how you’re going to look and feel.” Felicity Luckey
To deal with the hustle bustle in Dubai or in any other happening city one needs to keep exercising. There are no short cuts in life especially when its health related. Investing in medicines to shape up is an awful idea; rather invest in a personal trainer at one of the many fitness centers all over Dubai; definitely a healthier way to contour yourself. So run, jog, walk, cycle or dance; do whatever it takes to exercise Feel fit – Look good!
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Dubai Dolphinarium
A WET, WILD AND TOTALLY WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE
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The Lavish Hit
Designed by Ian Baker Finch, Arabian Ranches Golf Course is a signature course with 18 holes par 72 desert-style grass course. Add charm to your luxurious lifestyle by joining Arabian Ranches membership programs enriched with benefits and services.
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A unique feature of Dubai Golf Clubs are the classes devoted to females where they can learn Golf in a friendly and secure environment. From time to time various tournaments and championships are organised to encourage female participation and skills. Golf lovers must attend the Dubai Desert Classic Tournament- one of the most popular tournaments in the world. Organised by the Umbrella organisation, Desert Classic Tournament is a PGA European Tour licensed event, featuring prize money of EUR 1.6 mn. The Omega Dubai Desert Classic attracts renowned names in golf around the globe. Tiger Woods, the most professioal and highly paid athlete has featured the event at least six times over the past ten years, and has been the winner twice
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Investment Opportunities The city that specializes in luxury hotels, iconic landmarks and huge malls, Dubai, is the 6th most visited country in the world with 9.89 million international visitors in 2013. By 2020, Dubai aims to attract more than 20 million tourists through hosting the Global Expo 2020.
By Fatima Anwar
Dubai is a tax free country; hence, a paradise for shopping and investment opportunities. No income tax is paid here and currency is not restricted as it is in other countries. There is only 5% duties on imports or exports, making Dubai an ideal location for long-term investments that offers high appreciation and good returns on your investments.
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Driven by far-sighted leadership, Dubai thrives to work on high capital and record-breaking projects. Dubai is an attractive location for its citizens, international businesses, and expatriates working in Dubai. The free trade zones in Dubai allow 100% ownership to expatriates and the liberty to induct labour from their own countries. Dubai is a second home to around 200 nationalities providing them with numerous business, investment and job opportunities.
Due to its tax-free policy and high-class ambiance, Dubai is emerging as the most popular tourist and business destination as renowned celebrities, property buyers and business leaders have or are planning to move their business or family to Dubai.
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Dubai World’s fastest growing city, Nothing is Impossible when it comes to Dubai
You’ve heard about Dubai, the fastest growing city in the world. But have you seen Dubai? Do you know what’s really going on? Seeing is believes. Check out these amazing pictures to better comprehend this, world - class emirate.
Dubai in1960
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Dubai city
Dubai airport
Bur Dubai
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Dubai in1990 to 2007
Can you believe how much this city has changed in only 17 years?!
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and monorails. Further development in the domestic transportation will allow visitors easier and faster travelling all across UAE. Dubai has one of the busiest and best airports in the world. Through Dubai Airports one can travel to all across the globe, irrespective of time. The openess and coexistence allows people to prove their capabilities. Dubai is growing as the most popular business destination as renowned celebrities, property buyers and business leaders have or are planning to move their businesses and family to Dubai. UAE believes that assisstnce and cooperation between nations create better lives globally through devising different projecs and aids. Hence UAE announced EUR 150 million aid to allow countries to participate in the Expo without any financial hindrance. After 2020, Dubai aims to bring 277,000 job opportunities and a drastic boost in all sectors namely, retail, distribution, property or having a personal home. The world will witness robust growth in tourism, population and number of people coming to Dubai. Dubai Expo 2020 will create an innovative and significant legacy that will catalyze modernization and growth worldwide. A top-notch event being organised in a top-notch city- Dubai is very confident about surpassing other contenders in all aspects.
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ll the seven emirates come together to become a world of its own, each so different yet so similar.
This magical place gets its aura and ambience from the blend of nationalities residing or visiting for different purposes making it a cosmopolitan that is steadily growing as a business hub. Dubai, UAE’s most famous and happening city has been rated as one of the best places to live in the Middle East. The mix of different nationalities from all around the world makes Dubai a desirable business destination with unlimited opportunities to grow. The enchanting and fascinating places offer a wide variety of options for businesses to set up and enjoy the luxuriance and extensive commercial interests this place proposes to the world. The excellent infrastructure and communication make it easier for companies of all nationalities to setup their businesses. However one must recognize, comprehend and establish strong grounds of understandings about the procedures, opportunities and legality for setting up a venture. According to World Banks survey Dubai Is the 33rd easiest place in the world to setup a Business. The setup will require one to acquaint itself with some really straight forward legal facts. The type of businesses that can run in UAE can either be a LLC (Limited Liability Company) or a Free Zone Company A Free Zone on the other hand serves as a central business hub for expatriates who are willing to setup their ventures without the restrictions on trade and burden of taxes. UAE free zone allows foreign investors to enjoy the benefit of any Capital gain taxes in UAE. Apart from that they benefit from 100% ownership along with no recruitment problems, excellent communication, infrastructure and very efficient support services. Two of the very famous free zones in Dubai are DIFC (Dubai international Financial Centre) and DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodity Centre). Another vital step in setting up a business in UAE involves the issuance of License that are broadly categorized under Commercial, Industrial and /or Professional Business Licenses. Once the category and activity of the business is decided the license is issued by the DED (Dubai Economic Development) where the company registers itself for further procedures. Dubai accommodates all and the increasing trend in Virtual Business setups in Northern Emirates proves that. Virtual business setups are meant for those who want to keep the costs as low as possible. It provides the investors a legal license of operating a business, owning a cooperate bank account and in some cases provides with a resident visa. This usually is a great opportunity for free lancers or young entrepreneurs who suffer from limited finances. The free zones in Dubai that are offering Virtual business setups create business centers with hot desks where the client visits on their own will and requirement. If planned thoughtfully, the setup procedures and legalities in UAE are very straight forward and self explanatory. For the ease of expatriates Dubai Government established a website (http:// www.dubaided.gov.ae) that very clearly states regulations that one needs to cater.
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Your Tips To Business Establishment .
“We, in the UAE, have no such word as “impossible”; it does not exist in our lexicon. Such a word is used by the lazy and the weak, who fear challenges and progress. When one doubts his potential and capabilities as well as his confidence, he will lose the compass that leads him to success and excellence, thus failing to achieve his goal. I require you, youth, to insist on number one.” Shaikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
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Amal Dear Ann As complicated as it may sound Ann; it is not. It’s called infatuation; which is temporary. All you need to do is talk to yourself and think. What you are doing will adversely affect your marital relationship and might be harmful for your lovely kids. Truth is a virtue and hence ill advice you to take some time off your work and head for a fantastic vacation with your family. This will give you time to get close to them again and forget about what is developing at work. Talk about your husband, spend some time with him. This will give you an opportunity to get over your infatuation and move ahead in life. You are responsible for your loving husband and children; they definitely deserve your care and love in return. Cherish your family; find your world within them! Good luck Friend
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Fear:
There are so many reasons in life that makes us take the wrong decision. Stress, work pressure etc… When you are under pressure of any kind, you will choose the first decision that comes in your mind without considering if it’s good or bad, without giving yourself the chance to see if there was a better option.
If you have had an experience in taking wrong decisions in the past, you will face the fear of making the same mistake in the future because “the fear” will make you feel that you are helpless in taking decisions and you will fear that you are a prisoner of your negative beliefs and that’s what makes you take wrong decisions. This confirms the reasoning’s of “Francis Bacon” when he saiWd “There is no scares but The Fear itself ”. We might have nothing to fear but itself.
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Anger:
When you want to prove that what are you saying is right even when it’s not, you start to believe that what are you saying is the true fact and then you take decisions upon on it , so that’s why when you are trying to support your point of view, it will actually make you take wrong decisions.
Anger is considered as one of the main reasons to make you take wrong decisions because when you are angry, the decision you take might have nothing to do with the situation. People tend to take emotional decisions when angered, for example you might fire one of your employees when you are angry, then later on, you regret the decision you took.
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THE 20/20 EXPERIENCE!
Flint Lockwood now works at The Live Corp Company for his idol Chester V. But he s forced to leave his post when he learns that his most infamous machine is still operational and is churning out menacing food-animal hybrids.
Why aren’t you listening already?! Do you have a job or something that requires you to be, like, productive?! Sucker. Luckily, took an hour and ten minutes to listen to the ten brand-new tracks. Here’s our very cursory first impression of the album:
REQUIEM Now an active member of the resistance, Lena has been transformed. The nascent rebellion that was under way in Pandemonium has ignited into an allout revolution in Requiem, and Lena is at the center of the fight. MUST HAVE APP’S
HITS THE CINEMA ON 3rd OCTOBER! A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.
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GROWN WOMAN BY BEYONCE!
Grown woman was produced by Timbaland. it was also featured in a 1 minute plus Pepsi commercial which chronological shows past Beyonce’s success with her current hits. Embrace the past ,Live for Now.
2013 Your Year Ahead! Love Horoscope There is a rather hysterical touch to romance today. Whatever the status of your relationship, something seems incredibly funny. It may not be anything but an attack of the giggles. As long as your sweetest love is not too sensitive and therefore liable to be hurt, you can just enjoy this mirthful time and perhaps take in a comedy show whilst you’re at it.
You are mistress of the fixed smile that remains perfectly in place despite war, death, or famine. This is the sort of day that may encourage a scenario in which your loved one manages to change the goalposts in this regard. After they have delivered some “interesting” news, we might see visible signs of life, as your lips wobble and curve into what could actually be a real smile. Three cheers!
Today reveals the lighter side of your relationship. It is time for you both to get out and enjoy yourselves whilst temporarily putting aside all your cares and troubles. If you are looking for romance, then you may find it at a circus or fun fair. Wherever the atmosphere is joyful and lighthearted, you may potentially meet that special person.
This is the sort of day that may encourage your rather wicked sense of humor, not unlike a werewolf on the night of the Full Moon. If your dearest love is suffering in any regard, no doubt you will find this funny. But would you also find it funny if the tables were turned? Be prepared today to laugh just as long, just as deep, and just as heartily at yourself.
It is fun all the way on the roller coaster of life. Today only really poses one particular problem to your love life, and that is over-indulgence. “As if there could ever be such a thing!” you say. But unfortunately it’s true. If you go out with your sugar honey, be wary of eating too much, and drinking far too much.
You have a slightly crude sense of humor and a real horsey laugh. Today may bring this out to full capacity. If your loved one objects (as they have every right to) and threatens to deprive you of all the perks of the relationship, how will you react? If it’s by telling another bad joke, then perhaps they should just grin and bear it!
You are already known for that rather infectious laugh that you allow to bubble forth on mirthful occasions. However, today you may have a reason to really split your sides. It’s not that your sweetest love is particularly funny, but something about them just tickles you pink. If they object, just pretend it’s the latest riotous joke you heard, and then they won’t take offense.
Today may just bring a smile to a sad, tired, worn-out, and dutiful pair of lips. If your love life is going downhill, then take heart, as you could meet someone who really knows how to cheer you up, and who could even show you a good time! All you need to do is forget about your career and dare to be spontaneous for once
You have a strange sense of humor, as you only laugh at your own jokes. Today your loved one may be encouraged to tease you about a subject that is sacrosanct. Perhaps they haven’t realized that they are potentially risking their life with this one, but some people just have to learn. You can glare contemptuously, but don’t take it too personally. It’s not worth it.w
Today may encourage a warm and charitable feeling within you. If you have been a little distant and aloof from your sugar honey, then perhaps you should do the kind thing and try talking to them for a change. You may not get any response, though, as by now they might have tired of your humanitarian outlook, which loves the whole world yet ignores them totally.
Some people may accuse you of having no sense of humor, which you know for a fact is not true. The atmosphere of today may encourage a romantically embarrassing situation, in which you are forced to locate where it might be. You may find it difficult to laugh at yourself. Your partner is obviously in hysterics so go on, show us your teeth, or at least say cheese.
You could be the center of attention today. This brings you and your partner ever more close together, as you genuinely have so much in common. To make the day complete, get out and meet up with friends who inspire laughter and a sense of humor. Just don’t over-indulge and drink too much, or else you really will have everyone staring at you!
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