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THE BREAK-UP BOOK CLUB

On paper, Jazmine, Judith, Erin and Sara have little in common – they’re very different people leading very different lives. And yet at book club meetings in an historic carriage house turned bookstore, they bond over a shared love of reading (and more than a little wine) as well as the growing realization that their lives are not turning out like they expected.

Former tennis star Jazmine is a top sports agent balancing a career and single motherhood. Judith is an empty nester questioning her marriage and the supporting role she chose. Erin’s high school sweetheart and fiancé develops a bad case of cold feet, and Sara’s husband takes a job out of town saddling Sara with a difficult mother-in-law who believes her son could have done better – not exactly the roommate most women dream of.

With the help of books, laughter, and the joy of ever evolving friendships, Jazmine, Judith, Erin and Sara find the courage to navigate new and surprising chapters of their lives as they seek their own versions of happily-ever-after.

Wendy Wax, a former broadcaster, is the author of sixteen novels and two novellas, including My Ex-Best Friend’s Wedding, Best Beach Ever, One Good Thing, Sunshine Beach, A Week at the Lake, While We Were Watching Downton Abbey, The House on Mermaid Point, Ocean Beach, and Ten Beach Road. The mother of two grown sons, she has left the suburbs of Atlanta for an in-town high-rise, that is eerily similar to the fictional high-rise she created in her 2013 release, While We Were Watching Downton Abbey.

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Coma

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Saturday, March 12 from 11pm
GQ Bar, JW Marriot Marquis, Dubai

An intimate underground house journey in a cool venue… but not for the faint-hearted. The place has a pumping sound system and with residents like Aidin Karami doing his thing most weeks, it’s one of those reliably good house nights! Long may it continue.

See more at https://www.facebook.com/COMA.Dubai/

 

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Sharam

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Friday, March 11 from 10 am to 11:30 pm
EDEN Beach Club, The Rixos, The Palm, 99573 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

From underground classics like Texi, Get Wild and Don’t Say A Word, to scoring international chart toppers, like PATT (Party All The Time) and The One, Sharam’s musical credits are as dynamic as his DJ sets. His production collaborations include artists such as Kid Cudi, Shakira, Patsy Cline, Chris Martin and Daniel Bedingfield just to name a few. He seamlessly navigates between hypnotic underground sets rooted in his rich history of house and techno, while entertaining younger dance enthusiasts of today with laser like focus and dedication to quality. His motto remains ‘entertain while educate’. His sound is Ibiza in Vegas. His style is limitless.
During the Miami conference Sharam rejoined his old buddy Dubfire as the legendary duo “Deep Dish” and performed their first show in over 8 years setting the industry abuzz once again with their set as well as their new single “Quincy”.

Be sure to arrive early to catch some sunshine and indulge in the luxury of the beach club on your very own sunbed or private beach bungalow, or keep yourself cool with a cocktail at the swim-up bar.

Create new memories over lunch with friends at the restaurant overlooking the pristine waters of the Palm Jumeirah. As the sun goes down and Day turns to Night, EDEN will evolve into a party with DJs Kaytek & Trix heating things up before the big guns take over the decks.

Opening hours: 10am – Midnight. EDEN’s door policy applies.
For reservations call or email:
+971 (0) 4 277 1477
reservations@edenbeachclub.com

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Chef Masterclasses

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Thursday, March 10 at 6:30 pm
Friday, March 11 at 10:30 pm
Saturday, March 12 at 1:30 pm
Electrolux Chef’s Theatre at Taste of Dubai

Nathan Outlaw not only has one of the best names in the British dining scene, he also has one of the most solid reputations. The seafood expert has earned two Michelin stars across his family of restaurants, where he has put his experience of working alongside the likes of Rick Stein and Gary Rhodes to good use. This weekend (March 10-12) is his first visit to Taste of Dubai, but he is looking forward to showing off his skills.

“I have done Taste of London before and I know the ‘Taste’ team, so I know what I’ve let myself in for!” he says. “I am actually really excited to be coming over, Dubai is an impressive city and I’m excited to look around and get to know it a bit more. I’ve eaten in some impressive restaurants there, like Coya and Jean-Georges Kitchen, so I know it’s a strong dining scene.”

Nathan will be making regular appearances throughout the weekend, notably in the Chef’s Theatre, where he will be serving up some of his fish-based expertise. He’ll also be taking part in the Cooking Challenge, where members of the public can see if they can follow the instruction of a leading chef and serve up a gourmet meal of their own.

“The Chef’s Theatre will mainly be about preparing fish, which is a crucial component of any seafood dish, and then cooking a couple of simple dishes. For the challenge, I think I’ll be doing scallops poached in coconut milk, which is typical of the kind of food I cook – things that I like to eat myself. It is taken from my latest cookbook, too, which is very much about creating easy-to-follow dishes at home.”

One thing is for sure, though, it won’t be his last visit to Dubai – and he’s not ruling out the possibility his name might appear above a restaurant in the near future. “I have looked at a couple of opportunities already and visited quite a few kitchens to see what ingredients they use, where they source their fish. I can’t believe the quality of the seafood they’re able to get hold of.”

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Shipping and Marine Get-Together

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Monday, March 14 from 6 to 9 pm
Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Ground Floor, Address Dubai Marina

This meet up brings together business leaders working within the Shipping & Marine industries in the UAE.

Meet Senior Level Professionals
In an Informal and Relaxed Environment
at USA’s #1 Fine Dining Steakhouse

Three-Course Steakhouse Meal
House beverages
300AED per person

NOTE: Pre-Registration is advised as there are a limited number of places

Click here to register

 

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Arabian International Home Show

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March 8 through 10
The Conrad Hotel, Dubai

INSPIRE, INNOVATE AND CREATE YOUR HOME PARADISE

Dubai is at the centre of one of the fastest growing economies in the world, and boasts a hugely successful residential market that has attracted millions of professionals and investors over the years. The city is home to a growing population of affluent home owners and residents, looking to maintain a modern and stylish lifestyle within world class property developments. As this market continues to grow, it is expected to create an unprecedented demand for lavish and upmarket home interiors over the next decade.

For more information visit http://aihs.ae/

 

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Julius Baer Gold Cup

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Friday, March 11 at 10 am
Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, Al Qudra Road, Dubai

UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF:
H.H Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai.

Some of the world’s best Polo teams and the most respected names from the world of polo have confirmed their participation in the Julius Baer Gold Cup 2016 to compete in this years Tournament.

# Teams:
UAE Polo ~ Patron Her Highness Sheikha Maitha Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Ghantoot Polo ~ Patron HH Sheikh Falah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Julius Baer Polo by Habtoor ~ Patron Mohammed Al Habtoor
Bin Drai Polo ~ Patron Saeed Bin Drai
Mahra Polo ~ Patron Rashid Al Habtoor
Abu Dhabi Polo Team ~ Patron Faris Yabhouni
Zedan Polo ~ Patron Amr Zedan
Edrees Polo ~ Patron Sultan Edrees
Wolves Polo ~ Patron Khalaf Al Habtoor

Final Day Program :

~ 10:00 am Gates Open
~ 11:00 am Kid’s Zone
~ 12:00 pm Gold Lounge (3 Internl DJ’s), VIP Marquee
~ 13:30 pm Bentley Subsidiary Final
~ 14:15 pm Cheerleaders Show
~ 14: 50 pm Horse Show
~ 15:00 pm Fashion Show in the Gold Lounge
~ 15:15 pm Cheerleaders Show
~ 15:30 pm SkyDive Show
~ 15:45 pm The Band of the Kings Division( Great Britain)
~ 16:00 pm U.A.E National Anthem
~ 16:00 pm Julius Baer Gold Cup Final
~ 16:45 pm The Band of the Kings Division( Great Britain)
~ 17:45 pm Prize Giving Ceremony
~ 18:00 pm OK ! Middle East presenting : Best Dressed Lady
~ 21:00 pm Official Polo Party @ XL Dubai

For more information click here.

 

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Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

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Does it get any better than this?

A haven within the vibrant city of Dubai, the Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah boasts a private soft-sanded beach, six distinct restaurants and lounges and elegant sea-facing guest rooms and suites.

Situated on the iconic Palm Jumeirah island, this Waldorf Astoria resort promises all the amenities for a relaxing getaway.

• 200 meters of private beach
• Two temperature-controlled pools and kids’ pool
• Guest rooms and suites with sea and Palm Jumeirah views
• Waldorf Astoria Spa with nearly 50 luxurious treatments

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Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah offers a supervised Kids Club and numerous leisure activities for the whole family to enjoy. From snorkeling and paddle-boarding to wind-sailing and deep-sea fishing, your assigned Personal Concierge will arrange excursions to suit your preferences for an unforgettable experience.

Dubai’s premier dining destination offers the finest cuisine with unparalleled service, from the unique, contemporary Italian dining experience at Social by Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck and the Southeast Asian culinary journey at LAO to international fare at Mezzerie. Enjoy al fresco Mediterranean dining and sunset cocktails at Palm Avenue. Experience a classic Waldorf Astoria afternoon tea at the iconic Peacock Alley followed by vibrant entertainment and classic aperitifs at the Venetian-inspired Serafina Bar.

The hotel is a 2015 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award recipient.

See more at http://waldorfastoria.com/dubai

 

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ZNZI Pillow

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Traveling just got cozier. Znzi Travel Pillow is a must have for resting in comfort. This compact pillow’s magnetic clips and suction cups are arranged in multiple places, giving it the ability to fold in different positions and keep its figure!

Znzi Travel Pillow is safe for children three years old and older, and has a soft cushion surface for comfort.

See more at https://www.znzitravelstuff.com/

 

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Dhaka Art Summit

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Friday to Monday, February 5 to 8

With the subtitle Not as far as it seems, the Dhaka edition of Safina Radio Project takes questions of belonging and home as its departure point. Responding to the practices, curatorial premises and work on show at the Dhaka Art Summit 2016, Safina will explore common grounds within historical contexts, providing a cross section of origins and their interpretations.

Preprogrammed and commissioned pieces will open up a broad cultural context for Dhaka; literature, architecture, art and music content will bring to the fore the rich cultural undercurrents of one of Asia’s most complex cities, drawing listeners closer to Dhaka as a centre for cultural discourse.

See more at http://www.safinaradioproject.org/#!dhaka-art-summit-2016/wje2p

Come and take part in Safina Radio Project conversations – you will find us by the old bus, outside the Shilpakala Academy. The programme is constantly being updated, check back each day for the confirmed schedule!

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Party Pics: Sheraton Abu Dhabi

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Every 2 weeks in Abu Dhabi, the Sheraton Resort and Hotel throws a lavish open bar and hors d’oeuvres party inviting select hospitality clients and VIPs – ranging from senior Apple Retail store executives, diplomats and attaches, media barons, globally-reputable artists, and their senior management staff to unwind and network informally. We were lucky to be invited. Here is a snapshot from the evening.

If you wish to receive an invitation, please get in touch with Mr. Yves Tarabout, the Hotel GM.

For more information visit http://www.sheratonabudhabihotel.com/

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