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Tiësto’s return to Coca-Cola Arena is confirmed

Jan 16, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

From an EDM festival in Thailand and a gargantuan arena in Colombia to a nightlife landmark on the Las Vegas Strip, Tiësto is showing no signs of slowing down as we settle into 2025. Now, the 55-year-old DJ and EDM icon is confirmed to return to Coca-Cola Arena, taking the stage on 15 February for a one-night-only performance that promises high-energy beats and state-of-the-art production.
Metro Boomin is making his Dubai debut next weekend

Jan 15, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

What do Drake, Future, Post Malone, Big Sean, and Travis Scott have in common? One man: Metro Boomin. Defining not only the sound, but also the direction of hip-hop, the Grammy-nominated DJ and producer has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, translating to notable tracks like “Jumpman”, “Bad and Boujee”, and “Low Life”. Working with The Weeknd, he co-produced the Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit “Heartless” and contributed three more tracks to the chart-dominating 2020 epic After Hours.
This beachside brunch is a first in Dubai — here's why - dscvr.ae

Jan 15, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

The simple pleasure of sinking your toes into the warm sand aside, Koko Bay remains the definitive place to recreate that holiday feeling at home — think: wicker chairs, thatched roofs, bamboo accents, and craft cocktails featuring unexpected ingredients like kaffir leaves. Now, this iconic venue is joining forces with Iris to launch the city’s most exciting party beach brunch on 19 January.
José by Pizarro is hosting one of the 50 Best Signature Sessions

Jan 15, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

Coldplay may have left the capital, but another night full of stars is on the horizon as Abu Dhabi gears up to host the latest edition of Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants on 28 January. Marking the big event is several culinary experiences that will run from 26 to 30 January and bring together world-renowned chefs and exceptional local talent at some of the city’s most iconic restaurants. Case in point: José by Pizarro.
Why is everyone raving about Manāo?

Jan 14, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

If industry chatter is any indication, the reign of green curry, papaya salad, and tom yum soup is over — in Dubai at least. Manāo has debuted to rave reviews, drawing bona fide foodies to the backyard of Vita Wasl in Jumeirah and changing our definition of Thai cuisine.
6 restaurants in Dubai where it's Veganuary all year round

Jan 13, 2025 | factdubai.com | Samia Qaiyum

Cafés, community spaces, hidden gems, new openings – it’s all here. As January draws to a close, so does Veganuary, an annual challenge that sees countless people worldwide start the year by adopting a vegan lifestyle. Did you fall off the bandwagon before the month was up? No judgment! Be patient, remind yourself that plant-based choices make sense regardless of month, and discover these Dubai-based eateries where it’s always Veganuary.
6 restaurants in Dubai where it's Veganuary all year round

Jan 13, 2025 | factmagazines.com | Samia Qaiyum

Cafés, community spaces, hidden gems, new openings – it’s all here. As January draws to a close, so does Veganuary, an annual challenge that sees countless people worldwide start the year by adopting a vegan lifestyle. Did you fall off the bandwagon before the month was up? No judgment! Be patient, remind yourself that plant-based choices make sense regardless of month, and discover these Dubai-based eateries where it’s always Veganuary.
Pure nostalgia awaits as the Boyz II Men show draws nearer

Jan 12, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

At a time when multiple 90s icons have fallen from grace, Boyz II Men remains a beloved pop culture fixture, consistently making soul and R&B music that has earned it a loyal following. Formed in 1985 and globally renowned for emotional ballads and Cappella harmonies, the American vocal harmony group is making its way to the UAE for a special Saadiyat Nights concert on Saturday, 25 January — and the timing couldn’t be more perfect.
5 trends set to dominate travel in 2025

Jan 9, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

After months of exploring dupe destinations in a bid to dodge crowds and save money, surrendering to the unknown by trusting AI to plan our trips, and even traversing continents to catch Taylor Swift in concert, travel 2025 will also have a can-do attitude — when there’s a will, there’s a way, right? Here’s what’s in store as you get ready to roam.
A 3Fils pop-up will kick off this Friday

Jan 8, 2025 | dscvr.ae | Samia Qaiyum

Night after night, Dubai foodies line up in an obsucre corner of Jumeirah Fishing Harbour, eager for a taste of the imaginative Charcoal, nostalgia-packed Indomie, and hearty Wagyu Overload at 3Fils — and it won’t be long until their peers in the capital are doing the same. The Abu Dhabi EDITION is set to host the homegrown favourite for an exclusive three-night pop-up at lifestyle restaurant Market at EDITION from 10 to 12 January.