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Hold the starter and dessert: How Ozempic is reshaping the UAE dining scene
With smaller portions, special menus and a protein-first approach, the hospitality industry is responding to the rise in GLP-1 weight-loss medication
Miss Universe UAE: Mariam Mohamed on becoming first Emirati to compete for crown
Between university studies and catwalk rehearsals, she hopes to chart a new path for Emirati women in global pageantry
Restaurant of the weekWagyu sandos, late-night ramen - and a touch of theatre
Izakaya-style restaurant at the spectacular Dubai hotel lets the food do the talking
In a new play, Dubai Metro becomes stage for Filipino migrant stories
After a sold-out debut, Metro Diaries marks a quiet turning point in UAE theatre
Mamma Mia! in Abu Dhabi: Sequins, nostalgia and the power of community
Could a decades-old classic be the tipping point for musical theatre to finally find mainstream footing in the UAE?
What is Nowruz and how is it celebrated?
Festival involves plenty of colour, food and other auspicious symbols that mark the start of spring
Chef Nick Alvis on cooking up a comeback with The Beam
The ex-Folly chef gets candid with The National, sharing details of his next culinary chapter
Things to do in the UAE, from a desert retreat to thrilling police demos
Foodies can check out new offers at Kokoro and Roberto's
Inside the new spots on Mena’s 50 Best list, from Mina bakery to Michelin eatery
From home-grown venues to award-winning menus, the list represents the breadth of the country's culinary offerings
Chinese New Year: No matter your budget, there is a dim sum with your name on it
No matter how much you are looking to spend, there is a dim sum with your name on it
Mena’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025: Orfali Bros tops list for third time
Several Michelin-starred eateries from the Emirates made the cut
Things to do this week: Chinese New Year, Kayan Wellness and Lit Fest
Plus, there is a picnic-style car extravaganza in Dubai
World’s fastest trains: Etihad Rail on track to join high-speed list
New 350kph rail service between Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be right up there
Meet the Filipina who has travelled to all 195 countries in the world
Kach Umandap has navigated endless visa applications, war zones and personal challenges – and credits the UAE for helping her achieve the feat
From villa to studio: UAE residents are living large in smaller spaces
Faced by soaring rents and other expenses, some are trading excess for efficiency only to find surprising rewards
