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Food
Heritage

The Story Behind Your Favourite Dessert: Tiramisu

Different legends surround the Italian dessert created by Roberto Linguanotto

by Alexandra Mansilla

31 Jul 2024

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Food
Dubai

For the Fans Of Noodles: Where To Eat Noodles In Dubai

Hand-pulled, egg, soba, ramen, udon and other types of noodles to nurture your soul

by Sophie She

31 Jul 2024

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Food
Dubai

Bye-Bye Mainstream: Explore Dubai’s Best Homegrown Restaurants

We can't keep these spots a secret any longer. Check them out this summer

by Hayley Alexander

30 Jul 2024

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Food
Dubai

Where To Go Out, When You Don’t Know Where to Go Out?

The Sandy Times editorial team is helping you out

by Sophie She

24 Jul 2024

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Interview
People

From Dubai Newcomer To Michelin Star. Interview With Dmitry Blinov, DUO Gastrobar

What was it like to launch a restaurant from scratch and earn a notable award in less than a year?

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Jul 2024

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Food
Restaurants

Where To Dine European During the Euro Cup 2024

Savour the flavours of European cuisine without leaving Dubai

by Hayley Alexander

12 Jun 2024

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Food

The Hidden Delicacies In the Sand: What Is the Desert Truffle?

Where to find them and how they differ from regular truffles

by Alexandra Mansilla

7 Jun 2024

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Food
Restaurants

Attentionné, Bread Lovers: Your Go-To List of Bakeries in Dubai

Save these spots to enjoy the fluffiest and freshest buns

by Sophie She

19 May 2024

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Interview
People

Fadel Faour, the Chef Of BIG T: ‘I don’t like fine dining’

Exploring the behind-the-scenes of Texan BBQ in Dubai

by Sophie She

18 May 2024

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Interview
People

Cèline Azem: ‘It Takes Immense Strength To Cope With an Eating Disorder’

How to stop letting food control you and start controlling your mind

by Alexandra Mansilla

10 May 2024

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Dubai
Restaurants

Bacha Coffee, The Go-To Spot For the Best Coffee Experience

A true heaven for coffee, culture, and authenticity lovers

by Sophie She

9 May 2024

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Dubai
Restaurants

The Great List, a New Guide To the Best Restaurants In Dubai

Who is behind it, and how are restaurants chosen by the experts?

by Alexandra Mansilla

1 May 2024

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Dubai
Restaurants

Top Secret: Where To Get One Of the Best Coffees In Dubai?

Uncovering the hidden spot in an unexpected place where the coffee is amazing

by Sophie She

25 Apr 2024

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Food
Technologies

Controller In One Hand, Snack In the Other. What To Eat If You Are a Gamer?

20 snacks to keep at your fingertips while you level up

by Bilal Muhammad

23 Apr 2024

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Dubai
Food

Where To Get True Italian Gelato In Dubai

Feel the taste of Italian summer in your mouth

by Sophie She

17 Apr 2024

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Food
Restaurants

Inevident Places To Have Breakfast. Lana Albeik’s Selection

Which one will you pick: being surrounded by croissants, avocado, or Palestinian cuisine?

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Apr 2024

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Entertainment
Food

Roll the Dice: 10 Board Game Cafés To Visit

Perfect guide for those who can't live without board games

by Bilal Muhammad

16 Apr 2024

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Eid
Food

The Flavours Of Eid: Seven Cuisines To Try During Eid al-Fitr 2025

Ouzi, Chicken Mandi, Luqaimat, and more dishes to taste

by Ashas Bukhari

3 Apr 2024

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Food
Restaurants

Oyster Phenomenon In the UAE

How did the Normandy dream come to life in our hot region?

by Sophie She

25 Mar 2024

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Dubai
Ramadan

Ramadan District: What Is Inside

The Sandy team explores the market in the financial heart of the city

by Sophie She

21 Mar 2024

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