The concept of beauty in the Middle East has always been deeply intertwined with the landscape, defined by ancient rituals that utilize the potent essence of the desert. SAAF, which translates to "pure" in Arabic, is a botanical skincare brand founded by Katral-Nada Hassan and Nabaa Alatrakchi to bring these heritage-led traditions to a global audience through a modern, minimalist lens.
A clutter-free environment is the silent architect of a composed mind, yet the transition from chaos to order feels increasingly elusive in an era of digital and physical excess. Shelina Jokhiya has built a career on navigating this tension, moving beyond the simple act of tidying to address the deeper organisation systems that govern our daily lives.
From early morning meditation to overseeing one of Dubai’s most ambitious island developments, Parisa Seif leads with equal parts discipline and vision. As Managing Partner of Kleindienst Group, she shares how The Heart of Europe took shape on the World Islands, what immersive living means in practice, and why building a destination is as much about emotion as it is about infrastructure.
EID GIFTING Minoa Eco-Luxe Home Essentials For a thoughtful Eid gift that focuses on comfort and wellbeing, Dubai-based sustainable home textile brand Minoa offers a collection of eco-luxe bedding and home textiles designed to turn everyday routines into moments of…
In 2026, the definition of a healthy lifestyle has evolved from one of restriction to one of intentional, high-quality choices that fit naturally into daily life. This shift is personified by Maria Galabova, who transitioned from a high-stakes career in international diplomacy to launch Keto Kartel in Dubai.
With only seven sunsets remaining before the Eid moon is sighted, the window to experience the season’s most thoughtful Iftars is closing. With Ramadan entering its final stretch, these are the Iftars to experience.
A new dining concept has arrived in Dubai with a simple but ambitious idea: healthy food should feel just as comforting and enjoyable as the meals people already love. SLO has officially opened, introducing a lifestyle led approach to eating…
An in depth conversation with Marisa Peer on self worth, the workings on our mind and her upcoming book.
Your curated guide to making the most of the weekend in Dubai.
Whether it’s keeping the kids entertained while you dine, settling in for unlimited sushi, or gathering loved ones over seasonal experiences, these curated highlights bring together a mix of relaxed outings and flavour-led moments from 20th to 22nd February.