From rooftop glamour to beachfront vibes and midweek party nights, here’s where to gather the girls and sip in style across Dubai. CLAW BBQ – Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah Ladies’ Night📅 Every Tuesday | 8pm – 1am (3 hours from first order) For just AED 149, ladies enjoy unlimited select drinks for three hours plus a choice of two appetisers or a burger. Set in the heart of Palm Jumeirah, CLAW BBQ serves up bold Southern flavours and a buzzing party atmosphere. Ladies: AED 149 Gents: AED 225🌐 Website: hilton.com📞 Booking: +971 4 230 0054📱 Social: @clawbbqpalm McGettigan’s Factory –…
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Women account for 42% of all new hires across leading companies Female workforce participation in the GCC stands at 33% Avtar Group, a prominent workplace culture consultancy and Inclusion (DEI) solutions provider, has announced the second edition of the Avtar & Seramount Best Companies for Women in Gulf (BCWG) list. This benchmark initiative recognises organisations throughout the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) that are advancing gender diversity and building inclusive policies at work. The announcement took place during the Best of Best (BOB) Conference held today in Dubai. The 2025 BOB – Gulf Conference attracted enthusiastic engagement from regional companies, with…
The MENA Golf Tour will begin its first Egypt Golf Series this Sunday, as an international field competes at New Giza Golf Club. The four-tournament swing will offer a total prize fund of USD $400,000, along with valuable Official World Golf Ranking points. The opening event, Egypt Golf Series New Giza, runs from 19 to 21 January. It starts a four-week run that will take players to three leading golf courses in Egypt before the Tour moves on to Morocco. Each tournament will offer USD $100,000 in prize money and ranking points, raising the stakes for players chasing a strong…
Sharjah Civil Defence Authority (SCDA) and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) have announced a new partnership to strengthen fire and life safety across the Emirate of Sharjah. The agreement was confirmed through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed during a formal ceremony at Intersec Dubai 2026. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Brigadier Yousif Obaid Al Shamsi, Director General of Sharjah Civil Defence Authority, and Jim Pauley, President and CEO of NFPA. The partnership will focus on building strong education and training programmes for fire and safety professionals. The aim is to improve safety systems across the Emirate.…
Azizi Developments, a leading private property developer in the UAE, has closed 2025 with strong sales and construction results. The company recorded total unit sales worth AED 16 billion during the year, showing steady demand across its mixed-use projects. Based on this performance, Azizi has set a sales target of AED 30 billion for 2026. During 2025, Azizi made significant progress on construction across its portfolio. The developer completed 12,569,578 square feet of built-up area over 741 floors. More than 869,416 cubic metres of concrete were poured, with over 52,687,278 construction manhours logged on site. From a regulatory standpoint, Azizi…
Chitarra, the new Italian restaurant at Mandarin Oriental Downtown, has opened to the public. The restaurant offers guests a taste of classic Italian cooking and warm hospitality. The opening comes as Dubai continues to show strong interest in handmade pasta and traditional food. At Chitarra, chefs make pasta by hand in front of diners. The open kitchen lets guests watch as sauces simmer, focaccia bakes, and pizzas cook in the oven. The setting reflects the feel of a local Italian trattoria. The restaurant follows three clear principles: simplicity, quality, and care. Chitarra uses seasonal ingredients and traditional recipes. An all-Italian…
Rateel Alshehri, a 14-year-old Saudi media figure, hosted the official launch of Trump Plaza Jeddah this week. The USD 1 billion mixed-use project is led by Dar Global in partnership with The Trump Organization. The event marked an important moment for youth leadership on the global stage. Rateel acted as Master of Ceremonies, welcoming guests and introducing senior international figures. These included Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization, Yousef Al Shelash, Chairman of Dar Al Arkan, and Ziad El Chaar, CEO of Dar Global. Her role showed the confidence and global outlook of young people in Saudi…
From Michelin-starred Japanese feasts to wallet-friendly weekday deals, Dubai’s business lunch scene is bursting with flavour, value and variety. Whether you’re impressing clients, escaping the office or just craving a great meal, these hand-picked lunch spots deliver quality without breaking the bank. 99 SUSHI – OMAKASE LUNCH Where: The Galleria, Four Seasons Hotel, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi Address Downtown Hotel, Dubai When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 2:15pm Turn your lunch break into a luxury dining experience at Michelin-starred 99 Sushi. Their weekday Omakase Menu is a 10-course culinary journey curated by Culinary Director Chef Thinus van der…
Your go-to guide for the city’s best weekend brunches — from show-stopping party brunches to laid-back garden feasts and family-friendly fun. Thursday Brunches Mi Amie (DIFC) Mi Amie Thursday Night BrunchKick-start the weekend with an al fresco dinner show in collaboration with multi award-winning Secret Parties. Expect high-energy live entertainment — dancers, singers and musical performances — all set against glittering DIFC skyline views. Once the show wraps, Mi Amie shifts into nightlife mode with a resident DJ and an afterparty that keeps the mood electric until late. When: Every Thursday, 8pm – 11pmAfterparty: 11pm – 2am Where: Mi Amie,…
Celebrate the flakiest day of the year with irresistible croissant deals across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. From classic butter pastries to gourmet hot fillings, here’s where to go for the ultimate croissant fix. Costa Coffee UAE What’s HappeningCelebrate World Croissant Day with a delicious coffee-and-croissant combo at Costa Coffee. The OfferPurchase any Barista Made Drink and enjoy a croissant for just AED 5.Choose from: Butter Croissant Almond Croissant Pain Au Chocolat WhereAll Costa Coffee stores across Dubai & Abu Dhabi(Excludes airport and Sharjah locations) Price Guide Barista drinks from AED 19 Croissant add-on: AED 5 Important Terms Exclusive to Costa…