United Arab Emirates

Sacred Spaces

Experiencing sacred spaces make me feel small and humble in my existence – but also connected to space, time, and those around me.

Raining Light of the Louvre

Finally! After years of anticipation, Louvre Abu Dhabi opened to the public on 11 November 2017 (and after considering the experience,...

A Christian Observance of Ramadan

The air, still and heavy with silence, oddly reminded me of the unused water cooler in the office today. An evening walk on the Abu Dhabi...

The Unwritten Life

This isn’t how it was supposed to be – my life, that is. I was meant to follow the example of generations before me: Grow up in my...

Wish Upon a Michelin Star

If I could wish upon a Michelin Star, I would wish to have Chef Henrik Yde-Anderson prepare another creative dish for me. Representing...

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Beyond the tour, the people posturing for perfect photography, and the nagging desire to constantly tug a shayla (headscarf) tight around...

Caviar at the Palace

Caviar. A margin more intimidating than wine, but less terrifying than figuring out what's behind foie gras' buttery flavour (it's...

Gathering for Brunch

Brunch. The word is nearly synonymous with community. A brunch brings people together. It honors its guests with flavours and friendship....

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