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16 amazing hidden gems in the Middle East you never knew existed!

Often one of the most overlooked regions for travel or seen as somewhere for the overly adventurous. Middle East countries offer many hidden travel opportunities and tourist attractions which are not as explored compared to other global attractions! Here’s my list of all the must visit places and things to do for a unique experience…

Luqaimat also known as Logma drizzled in date syrup served in a bowl, traditional food of uae and arabic desserts
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Easy Emirati Luqaimat (Lokma) recipe + homemade “machine”

Looking for an easy and tasty Lokma recipe? This is my favourite one! Called Lugaimat in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), this popular dessert has many names depending on the region or country! Some of the names include Lokma, Logma, Loukoumades, Luqaimat and Luqma. These yummy small and sweet fried balls are a great tasty…

Abu Dhabi night skyline across the water
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How to spend the best 48 hours in Abu Dhabi

Wondering what places to visit in Abu Dhabi? Or what things to do? Despite being the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), it doesn’t receive as much attention as Dubai but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth visiting! You might be fooled into thinking there aren’t that many tourist attractions there but this isn’t…

How to make authentic delicious Karak tea / chai at home
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How to make authentic delicious Karak tea / chai at home

Been searching for an authentic Karak tea recipe? This is the perfect recipe which I tweaked all the spices personally until I got it to taste just like the tea shop I always bought it from. Karak chai tea is a hugely popular across the Arabian Gulf, in particular those that had influence from India….

ramadan iftar in dubai, gold decor, majlis
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8 of the best Iftars and Iftar buffets in Dubai, including family and budget friendly

It’s Ramadan time and Dubai has a whole host of restaurants that put together some of the best and most luxurious Iftar buffets you can imagine! There are so many good places to choose for an Iftar buffet in Dubai. It was hard to make a final list but here are my highly recommended favourites…

Friday Khutbas in English in Dubai and online from UAE
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Friday Khutbas in English in Dubai and online from UAE

If you live in Dubai, finding a Friday Khutbah in English can be challenging. Even when I asked long-time residents, many didn’t know where to go! As a Muslim convert in Dubai with only a little Arabic, I made it my mission to find these. It took a lot of legwork! I questioned everyone I…