The Sandy Times

EZOW: ‘Tapping Into the Music Industry Is Not As Easy As Many Think’

Unpacking the meanings of EZOW's songs with the artist himself

by Alexandra Mansilla

8 Oct 2024

Painting Tough Times With Bright Colours: Interview with Artist Reynier Llanes

From escaping Cuba on a boat to becoming an internationally recognised artist

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 Oct 2024

New Kid On the Block: Aisha Alabbar Gallery

A story about how art and science met each other at Warehouse C-19 in Alserkal Avenue

by Sophie She

4 Oct 2024

Fashion

A Creative You Should Know: Lea Hadidian

That Lebanese girl from your feed is about to wow everyone with her jewelry brand soon

by Alexandra Mansilla

3 Oct 2024

Fashion

Sneakers In the Form Of Wind: The Story Behind SIROCCO 1 By Kacimi Latamène

What does this shoe look like, and why was it inspired by the wind born in the desert?

by Sophie She

1 Oct 2024

Chef Kuv: The Story Behind the Pretty Table

A story about how to turn your life around and win

by Sophie She

1 Oct 2024

Chafa Ghaddar, the Lebanese Artist: ‘Trauma Is a Shared Meal We Are All Sitting At’

Disastrous events can be reflected in an artist's work in many ways. How does Chafa express them?

by Alexandra Mansilla

28 Sept 2024

Auronda Scalera & Alfredo Cramerotti: Is AI Disrupting Art, Or Vice Versa?

Asking the curatorial duo the questions you have always wanted to ask about digital art

by Alexandra Mansilla

25 Sept 2024

Being an Artist’s Mom. Interview With Munifa Chalhoub, Ali Cha’aban’s Mother

If you really want to know more about the artist, just ask his mom a few questions

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Sept 2024

Fashion

Watches

How Alan Roura Manages To Survive a Solo Non-Stop Round The World Yacht Race

Alan Roura, Hublot ambassador and well-known skipper, talks about his Vendée Globe experience

by Sofia Brontvein

23 Sept 2024

Toqsic: ‘We Aim To Create One Of the Largest Amapiano Events In the Region’

How was the House of Yanos founded, and what exciting plans lie ahead?

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Sept 2024

Lana Qatramiz: ‘Limiting Creativity Is Like Making It Die Slowly’

La chica behind the eyebrow lifter that everyone in Dubai is buzzing about

by Alexandra Mansilla

18 Sept 2024

Coping With Anxiety, Phobias And Self-Esteem. Interview With Priti Malik

You will also find out whether hypnotherapy really works or not

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Sept 2024

Aya Mechelany-Arab, Co-Founder Of KHAMSA: ‘Middle East Is In Everyone's Mind’

Dubai is becoming the hottest capital of art, fashion, and luxury thanks to local media and community

by Sofia Brontvein

15 Sept 2024

Art Collector Of Vintage Arab Prints. Interview With Abboudi Bou Jawde

The oldest poster in the collection of this Beirut archivist is over 100 years old

by Christelle EL-Daher

13 Sept 2024

TikTok As an Inside Joke Of an Entire Generation. Interview With Fahad Kaleem

That guy who has been making people go viral on TikTok since 2020

by Alexandra Mansilla

11 Sept 2024

Pedalling Passion. Interview With Simon Duke, Pedal’s GM

A conversation with someone who has played a pivotal role in shaping Dubai's cycling culture

by Sophie She

9 Sept 2024

NAHATÉ Dubai, a New Home: Interview With Yazid Ichemrahen

The story of how the Arab world has embraced the unique creations of the internationally renowned pastry chef

by Christelle EL-Daher

7 Sept 2024

THE KARAK: A Portal Where Local Talents Can Be Heard. Interview with Faizal Razak

Are there enough platforms for local talents to have a voice, and why is the KURSI chair designed as a chair?

by Alexandra Mansilla

4 Sept 2024