Dubai is not a country; it is a city. Dubai is a city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a country located on the Arabian Peninsula. The UAE is composed of seven emirates, and Dubai is one of those Emirates. Dubai is famous for its skyscrapers, shopping malls, and luxury hotels. It is…
Thareed or tharid, also called Salona, is a tasty dish that is similar to a stew but with more flavour. Made up of meat, potatoes and vegetables plus Arabic spices. The dish has a rich Islamic history, as it was the favourite meal of Prophet Muhammad and is popular to serve for Iftar during Ramadan….
This article covers some of the most asked and googled questions about the UAE. Perhaps you’ve seen UAE and wondered what is means? Or maybe you’ve wondered how is the UAE connected to Dubai? Maybe you’re curious how the UAE became one of the richest countries in the world! Not to worry! I go through…
This dessert as with most Arabic words, when spelt in English, seems to have many spellings! Is it Mahalabia? Mahalabiya? Mehalabia? Muhallabi? Either way, whatever the spelling! This is a tasty recipe that’s perfect for adults and children alike. You can also customise it with lots of different toppings! This dessert is commonly served during…
If you’ve never visited a Mosque (or Masjid as it’s called in Arabic) before, it might be scary visiting a mosque for the first time or knowing what the mosque etiquette is! What do I do when I enter the mosque? What clothes should I wear? Is it okay for me as a none Muslim…
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…