The Sandy Times

How To Cook: YouTube Tutorials For Every Skill Level

Step-by-step cooking guides that make everything feel simple

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Apr 2025

When Fashion Meets Homeware: Milan Design Week Takeover

Explore what your favourite fashion brands brought to the table

by Sana Bun

19 Apr 2025

Apps You Need In Dubai: Daily Hacks & Hidden Gems

Restaurant, spa, concert tickets? It is all on your phone now.

by Barbara Yakimchuk

18 Apr 2025

Saudi Arabia

Shopping

Meet the Locals: Saudi Brands To Buy Homeware From

These brands will help you create a space you have always dreamt about

by Dara Morgan

16 Apr 2025

People

Personal Experience: Navigating Healthy Work Relationships

Cracking the age-old dilemma: to be or not to be friends with your colleagues

by Sana Bun

14 Apr 2025

Dubai Districts: Where To Live. Dubai Creek Harbour

Exploring the areas of Dubai through the eyes of insiders

by Barbara Yakimchuk

11 Apr 2025

Festivals

Easter In Dubai: Top Picks For Celebrations

Celebrating Easter in the UAE — from cakes to brunch, with little gifts in between

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Apr 2025

Music

New On STR: Two Podcasts To Listen To This Month

STR has recently launched two new podcasts — what to expect and why they are worth listening to

by Barbara Yakimchuk

9 Apr 2025

Mental Health

Eid Is Over, Now What? Tips To Restore After Ramadan

As routines begin to shift once again, it is time to gently guide the body and mind back into balance

by Dara Morgan

7 Apr 2025

Unlocking Better Sleep: Your Guide To Natural Insomnia Remedies

Understanding insomnia and ways to overcome it

by Sana Bun

31 Mar 2025

Rolling the Dice On Crypto: Binance Backgammon Bridges Generations

This spring, Binance is bringing crypto to the backgammon table — because financial revolutions should be fun

by Sandy Staff

18 Mar 2025

Personal Experience: Getting Into Yoga As a Non-Spiritual Person

The story of swapping skepticism for serenity with no spiritual awakening in sight

by Sana Bun

12 Mar 2025

Guide To Power Naps: How To Recharge During Ramadan

Master the art of staying refreshed and functional

by Sana Bun

6 Mar 2025

Personal Experience: How To Stay Focused

Sometimes (well, almost always) willpower alone is not enough.

by Dara Morgan

4 Mar 2025

Surviving Jet Lag: Practical Remedies That Actually Work

Jet lag can ruin even the best-planned trip, but there are ways to bounce back quickly

by Sana Bun

3 Mar 2025

Ice Plunging — a Trend To Stay Or Just Short-Term Hype?

Exploring the benefits of ice bathing, why it is popular in Dubai, and who is embracing this wellness trend

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Feb 2025

What Is Tarot And Why It Became So Popular?

Exploring what tarot cards are and how we should perceive them — all backed by fresh statistics

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Feb 2025

Interview

The Ultimate Guide To Job Hunting And Relocation

With the help of a professional HR Lead, we address the most common questions from those searching for a job

by Barbara Yakimchuk

19 Feb 2025

Fashion

Sale Hunters: Charms To Deck Out Your Bag

Because there is no such thing as too many bag charms

by Alexandra Mansilla

18 Feb 2025

Fashion