Key to Dubai book launch

Written and illustrated by Dubai resident Liliane van der Hoeven the Key to Dubai book was launched on Saturday, September 12, 2015, at the Dubai

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Trip to Khor Fakkan

No, these are not pics from holiday spots in Maldives or Seychelles but from very own neighbouring Sharjah. Like you I too was surprised when

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Wafi events

The sun is still scorching hot but September means the winters are not far away, a time when events rain galore in Dubai. The Wafi

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Button shoes

What can you do with cute colourful buttons? Lots it seems. Here is what was displayed at a kiosk at the Dubai Festival Centre: #Button

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Madhbi @Mandilicious

Mandi and Madhbi are traditional Arabian rice dishes slow cooked with meat. I have often seen restaurant boards selling Mandi in some parts of Dubai.

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Street festival at Dubai Marina Mall

The Rain Gods have been very kind with the intermittent showers (so uncommon in Dubai) making April evenings pleasant and breezy. Add to this weather

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Fire, Water and Light Show at Dubai Mall Fountains

Don’t miss this mesmerising show that brings together a medley of sound, light and fire at Downtown Dubai. Two shows daily at 8 and 10

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2012 in review

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 600 people reached the top of Mt. Everest in 2012. This

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The Setting Sun

And an evening well-spent sipping coffee at Sharjah beach. #Sharjah Beach, #Sunset

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Authors, Chefs and Book lovers mingle at Sharjah Book Fair

In its 31st year Sharjah International Book Fair has become better and bigger. Strong marketing and an increased presence of the event through social media has

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