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DUBAI MEDIA KIT 2020
FACT IS A MULTIPLATFORM
MEDIA BRAND
FACT is a popular website and monthly magazine with a well-established following in Bahrain, Qatar and the United
Arab Emirates. An urban culture and lifestyle brand, FACT celebrates the Gulf region’s food, arts, local talent and hospitality
scenes. The magazine has been published regionally since 2004, alongside its sister titles: Ohlala, Ohlala Arabia and Hadag
magazines, all under the division of The Nans Group Publishing. Several events are organised by FACT magazine, including
its annual FACT Dining Awards and FACT Spa & Wellness Awards, celebrating the best restaurants and luxury wellbeing,
recognising two of the most thriving industries in the GCC.
DIGITAL AWARDS PRINT
NOVEMBER 2017
VOL 1. ISSUE 02
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• Nomad’s Land •
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THE EVOLUTION OF DESERT LIFE IN THE UAE.
YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE WINTER CAMPING SEASON.
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ONLINE AWARDS MAGAZINE
PLATFORMS The FACT Dining Awards was A metropolitan lifestyle title, FACT
FACT is one of the most comprehensive lifestyle established in 2010 in Bahrain. stands for food, arts, culture and
websites in the GCC, reaching over 150,000 Designed to acknowledge, reward travel. Read indepth coverage of the
users every month. FACT readers are intuitive and celebrate excellence across city’s local talent, arts and culture
and curious about cultural happenings, local all key sectors of the hospitality activities, best places to eat out and
events, the latest brunch, the newest art exhibition industry. Today, the FACT Dining the top hotels to spend your time. We
and other interesting places to check out in their Awards has grown to cover the UAE put great emphasis on covering the
free time. Our followers spend their disposable markets and is recognised regionally hospitality and dining scene, hidden
income on all the latest fashion, gadgets, dining as the ultimate hallmark of reliable hotspots and events happening
deals, staycation offers and more. They are highly industry excellence. Both the FACT in Dubai. You’ll get the best travel
receptive to relevant advertising campaigns and Dining Awards and the FACT Spa stories, fashion and beauty must-
messages, continuously paying attention to & Wellness Awards ceremonies haves and exclusive interviews too.
FACT’s digital platforms, which offer a variety of are regarded as milestone events We aim to highlight and support local
cutting-edge ad tech tools to maximize return on the calendar, attended by key exhibitions and community initiatives
on investment: display, email marketing, social decision makers as well as the that will benefit our readers.
media advertising and more. We give the people biggest consumer media bloggers
of Dubai exactly what they are looking for. and influencers.
FACT: NEED-TO-KNOW
DIGITAL STATS
THE WEBSITE
WWW.FACT-MAGAZINE.COM
Monthly Unique Users Per Month Page views Per Month Sessions
80,000 200,000 125,000
34K 24K
SOCIAL MEDIA
& ONLINE
FACT prides itself on being one step ahead of its competitors when
it comes to social media and reader interaction. FACT has already
established itself in the digital world with an active presence on
Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Here, the team talk with readers,
support clients, and run the magazine’s popular giveaways.
Twitter Instagram
@FACTMagazineME is on its way We post pictures of unusual finds,
to building a reputable following, EXCLUSIVE foodie hotspots, and the content
through fun and interesting tweets VIDEOS from our latest issue, tagging clients
on a daily basis. FACT creates exclusive video and using appropriate hashtags.
content for advertising clients to
share and promote across ALL of
Facebook our social media channels. This can Issuu
FACT Dubai’s Facebook page be a themed night or brunch visit, This online platform provides a
is used to promote events a room review or even a special sneak peek into the latest issue with
and dining offers as well as to event. We’ll film, edit and post! the magazine getting up to 70,000
interact with readers and clients. unique visitors and reads, monthly.
Our website www.fact-magazine.com packages all the best features from print
alongside all the latest events and happenings in Dubai.
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
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THE DEMOGRAPHIC
DUBAI EDITION
FACT Dubai is designed and edited to specifically target the urban, local
and expatriate community in Dubai that makes a large part of the mass
consumer market. Our research shows that our readers are:
GENDER DISTRIBUTION READERS’ INTERESTS
CIRCULATION 55% 45% 20%
Female Male Art & Culture
25,000 30%
(copies per month) AGE DISTRIBUTION Hospitality
& Dining
10%
READERSHIP Under 20 yrs 10%
Motoring
180,000 45% & Technology
20 – 30 yrs
15%
TARGET AUDIENCE 35% Fashion &
Beauty
30 – 40 yrs
42% 58% 10% 25%
LOCAL EXPATRIATE Travel &
40+ yrs StaycationsEDITORIAL
FACT is the city’s first metropolitan culture magazine boasting
international standards of design, as well as unparalleled editorial integrity.
A fiercely local publication with a sophisticated edge, the magazine has
in-depth coverage of Dubai’s arts, fashion, culture, motoring, and dining,
alongside all the best events, delivering probing features and up- to-date
news from the Emirate. Combined with a discerning review system by our
team of experts, readers will never need to look elsewhere for all their
lifestyle, retail and entertainment needs.
• CHECK IT OUT • ARTS
• LISTEN UP
FACT FINDS
FAMILY RAVIN’
Dubai Safari
OPEN
Have you always wanted to go dancing and take your toddler with you? How about parents
DUBAI SAFARI, HOME TO THE MOST DIVERSE ARRAY OF ANIMALS IN THE UAE, IS SET TO who don’t want to leave their newborns at home but still want to enjoy some light beats and
BECOME A FUN-FILLED LIVING CLASSROOM FOR YOUNG MINDS, AS THEY DISCOVER sway to cool tunes now and again? We may have found the perfect place where you can party
WILDLIFE DIVERSITY THROUGH IMMERSIVE AND ENGAGING ACTIVITIES THAT BRING THEM AND keep an eye on the kids: Party Monsters at Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay.
DOORS
CLOSER TO MORE THAN 2,500 ANIMALS OF MORE THAN 250 SPECIES.
PARTY MONSTERS IS THE UAE’S first family-friendly rave, set to launch
BY
on Saturday, 11 November, with its season opening at The Backyard,
Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay. Brought to you by a team of parents and
seasoned ravers, Party Monsters is a grass roots mash up of music and
JAMES
activities for the whole family. Scheduled to take place from 12noon to 5pm
on the second Saturday of every month from November 2017 to April 2018,
Party Monsters aims to recreate the festival feel in a safe and fun environment
for new and experienced ravers of all ages.
DOMINÉ
Every event will feature top local and international DJs playing a mix of club
classics, with popular music from the House, Garage and Drum&Bass genres.
Sound levels will be maintained at a lower level to ensure it is 100 per cent
safe for children of all ages.Infants and toddlers at Party Monsters will enjoy
multiple stimuli at the Soft Play Chill Out Zone, with ball pool, tents and tunnels,
as well as a baby sensory dance floor with bubble machines, parachute and
pompoms, giant balloons and kid friendly club lighting and visuals.
There’s arts and crafts, face painting and balloon animals and baby changing and GO: TICKETS ARE PRICED AT AED70
feeding stations. Street magician, Darbie Kim, will roam the event performing PER ADULT AND AED35 FOR KIDS,
illusions for adults and children. Ravers will also have the opportunity to enjoy WHILE CHILDREN UNDER TWO ENTER
GALLERY ONE CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND
FOR FREE. THE FEE INCLUDES ACCESS
arcade games at the Hub Zero arcade station. To make things a bit more fun,
PHOTOGRAPHER, JAMES DOMINÉ, HAS
there will be optional fancy dress themes every month, giving kids a chance TO ALL AREAS AND A PARTY BAG
to dress up as their favourite animals and characters. The November launch WITH GLOW STICKS, EARPLUGS AND RELEASED A NEW SERIES OF OPEN DOORS
event is themed Jungle Friends and Party Monsters invites guests of all ages DISCOUNT VOUCHERS TO SOME OF
to come dressed as jungle animals. The venue will house a licensed bar and a DUBAI’S TOP FAMILY ATTRACTIONS. LIMITED EDITION ARTWORKS. A TRUE
host of F&B options specifically designed to cater to toddlers, kids and adults. VISIT WWW.PLATINUMLIST.NET FOR
AS A UNIQUE EDUTAINMENT DESTINATION, the highly- walks through our doors, leaves the destination with a deeper This might just be the most genius gathering in the entire city! ✤ TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION. REFLECTION OF HIS GLOBAL TRAVELS,
anticipated Dubai Safari park will allow visitors to engage their appreciation for wildlife and wildlife conservation.”
curiosity as they observe wildlife in their natural habitats, interact A diverse range of family-friendly activities promises to make the THE COLLECTION DRAWS PARTICULAR
with animals in a safe and healthy environment, and discover park an exciting destination for hands-on learning and endless
fascinating facts about a wide diversity of species native to the fun. From running around in the open in the Kids Farm, hearing INSPIRATION FROM DOMINÉ’S OBSERVATIONS
Middle East, Africa and Asia. By the end of your visit, you’ll have captivating animal stories from the park’s expert guides, feeding
developed a deeper understanding of the importance of wildlife and petting children-friendly animals, and experiencing an IN EUROPE AND THE FAR EAST.
conservation and protection efforts. unforgettable journey of wildlife discovery across the Arabian,
Eng. Hussain Nasser Lootah, Director-General of Dubai African, Asian and Safari Villages – Dubai Safari will ensure an
Municipality for Communications and Community Sector, said: unforgettable adventure for visitors of all ages. ✤
“Dubai Safari is more than just a wildlife park. Our vision for this
project is to offer a highly engaging edutainment experience
that fosters education on animal welfare, inspires a sense of GO: DUBAI SAFARI IS LOCATED IN AL WARQAA 5 DISTRICT
learning about wildlife diversity and raises awareness on what ACROSS DUBAI’S DRAGON MART OFF THE DUBAI-HATTA
makes wildlife protection a top priority,” he added. “The full HIGHWAY. OPEN DAILY FROM 9AM TO 9PM. FOLLOW
range of activities at Dubai Safari have been designed keeping @DUBAISAFARIOFFICIAL ON INSTAGRAM FOR ALL THE
in mind these overarching goals, to ensure that every guest who LATEST INFORMATION.
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LISTEN UP ARTS & CULTURE
FACT FINDS, SOCIAL MEDIA, LOCAL NEWS, EXHIBITIONS, REVIEWS, Q&A, INTERVIEWS,
SCOOP, EVENTS CALENDAR SPOTLIGHT, LOCAL TALENT
• CITY RIDES CITY RIDES •
• HOTEL HOTSPOT HOTEL HOTSPOT •
on the hotel’s pool as well as views of the
surrounding Downtown area. It’s a peaceful
sight and one that we’re sure every tourist or
business traveller would be happy to wake up to!
DOWNTOWN
The colour scheme consists of neutral shades
- brown, beige and white. There’s lots of bright
In a country where SUVs reign the
light through the large windows and what we roads, it’s rather exciting to come
DREAMING
love most is the mural art work on the wall across a sedan that can give its
behind the bed. There’s a huge flat screen TV
and gorgeous Moroccan-inspired lights hanging
mighty motoring competitors a run
in the corner of the room. The bathroom is large for their money. Enter the BMW 5
and has both a rain shower and giant tub, so Series Sedan – a seventh generation
should you want a long, hot soak we definitely
LOC ATED RIG HT IN THE HEA RT OF DU BA I’S TREN DY recommend it.
line-up of models that keep things
D OWN TOWN, WE DIS COVER A S MA RT, S L EEK, BOU TIQ U E The rooms also have a large desk with speedy, sporty and stylish all in one.
H OT EL THAT’S DEF IN ITELY G OIN G TO G IVE YOU MA J OR
complimentary Wi-Fi which is a big plus. If you
don’t want to be in your room the whole time
S TAYC ATION IN S PO.
though, the Tawasal desk is a contemporary
W
business hub situated in the hotel lobby. It is
hen we first pick up the BMW driver’s seat, eager to explore the inside and take the 5
available 24-hours-a-day, allowing guests to
5 Series Sedan 540i, there’s one Series for a spin. Now, don’t be fooled. As much as the
access a computer and enabling them to connect
thing that immediately strikes car is attractive on the outside, it also lives up to our
to the Internet and a wireless printer. It seems
us; this vehicle was MADE expectations of BMW with sophisticated interiors.
they’ve thought of everything!
for the UAE. It cuts a sleek yet Sport Line adds BMW sports seats with cloth/leather
As mentioned, the hotel is in one of the best
elegant figure – the kind of car you want to pull up in covers in the front, a BMW sports leather steering
locations in Dubai on Mohammed Bin Rashid
at any 5-star hotel around the country and later watch wheel and specific trim strips. Luxury Line brings
Boulevard, overlooking Souk Al Bahar, and is
the valet bring it around at the end of the evening. leather covers with contrast stitching and special
within walking distance to Burj Khalifa, The
The design of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan exudes decorative inlays that shine an even brighter light
Dubai Mall and The Dubai Fountains - talk
athletic prowess and stylistic assurance. The new on the high-class character of the interior. The
about options, we were spoiled. The Boulevard
model therefore remains the quintessential sporting instrument panel is covered in Sensatec.
is impressive with wide footpaths (a rarity
business sedan – with some new high standards that Our test drive vehicle boasts interiors that are decked
in the UAE) and is constantly buzzing,
BMW fans will really like. out in a subtle desert beige – and you’ll sink right into
particularly at night when the hotel and many
The exterior dimensions of the 5 Series are only your seat as if it’s a memory foam mattress. There’s
surrounding venues become extremely busy.
slightly larger than those of its predecessor. a fine balance between sporty driver focus on the
An evening stroll here will take you past tree-
But, you can really feel this difference when you’re out one hand and stylish elegance on the other. Top-class
lined streets dotted with fairy lights - it’s
on the open road and more so when you’re parking or materials, supreme build quality and attention to
picturesque.
trying to get through narrow spaces – the car is wider, detail all provide a great feeling of spaciousness with
If you don’t feel like walking, you’ll be
taller and has an elongated silhouette that any sedan new technologies in abundance, offering both driver
happy to know that Manzil has just introduced
lover will appreciate. and passengers comfort and driving pleasure. For
D
vintage bicycles for guests to use during their
BMW offers the Sport Line and Luxury Line equipment those long tiring days spent in and out of meetings,
ubai is well-known around oud in the lobby; it gives a regal yet warm and stay. You can hop on and ride down the road to
packages for the 5 Series, allowing it to be tailored as you can maximise on-board comfort in the 5 Series
the world for not doing inviting vibe (and we’re currently regretting Vida Downtown or explore the area without the
closely as possible to the customer’s personal wishes. with not one, not two, but eight massage functions,
things by halves. The world’s not asking about the brand name of the stress of the Dubai traffic.
Sport Line shines the spotlight on the car’s dynamic not to mention innovative seat operation using touch
biggest mall? Check. The mesmerising smell). One of the best things about this boutique
character and stands out with numerous trim elements sensors and four-zone climate control complete with
world’s tallest building? The 197-room hotel is bustling with haven is the breakfast and we love that they
in high-gloss black and line-specific 18-inch light-alloy ionisation and discreet air fragrance.
Check. Sometimes though, it’s nice to find places travellers, business people and local guests. Its have plenty of options for healthy eating.
wheels (optional 19-inch) in a bi-colour polished finish. But how does it drive, we hear you ask? The answer
in this grand city that boast a more boutique and pull of a diverse crowd is only testament to its The presentation of the food alone is superb.
Opening the doors reveals illuminated aluminium is, beautifully. For those, much like us, who may
intimate feel. And when it’s quality, comfort and perfect location, close to Business Bay and the Granola and berries are served up in cute
door sill strips with a BMW logo and Sport Line badge. have business all over the Emirates, when driving
privacy that you want, the Manzil Downtown main highways - giving excellent links to tourist Mason jars alongside small plates of cut
Luxury Line emphasises the car’s elegant character down the E11 to Abu Dhabi or hitting it North up to
Dubai will deliver. Like its sister property, Vida hotspots and many office areas too. fruit and baskets of baked goods. There are
with features such as chrome kidney grille bars, Air Ajman, a wealth of assistance systems are on hand in
Downtown Dubai, just around the corner, this Eight floors up and we enter the Deluxe freshly squeezed green juices in large glass
Breathers and window surrounds. Line-specific light- the new BMW 5 Series to offer the driver unbeatable
gorgeous hotel blends together stylish interior Room; a sleek and minimalist space which carafes on offer plus more hearty options
alloy wheels (standard: 18-inch, optional: 19-inch) support – not only at critical moments but also in less
with tasteful touches of Arabesque decor. impresses straight away. You have a choice such as whole wheat pancakes with almond
underscore its exclusive looks. The aluminium door demanding situations at the wheel, such as traffic
Our check in is swift and although the hotel is between booking a room with a view of the butter and quinoa porridge with almonds and
sill strips with BMW logo bear Luxury Line lettering. jams, slow-moving traffic and monotonous stretches
very busy, the staff are polite and professional. towering Burj Khalifa or the relaxed swimming dates. Both of which taste delicious, making
With its exterior look on point – we get into the of motorway.
What we’ve fallen in love with is the smell of pool - both great options. Ours is looking down for great fuel to help you start your day.
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TRAVEL MOTORING
HOTEL HOTSPOTS, GLOBETROTTER, CITY RIDES, CAR TEST DRIVES, MOTORING
24 HOURS IN, STAYCATION SPOTS NEWS, EXCLUSIVE PRESS LAUNCHES
• PLUGGED-IN PLUGGED-IN •
APP-LI C I OUS
LET’S SEE WHAT’S ON THE
SMARTPHONE AGENDA FOR
NOVEMBER… SHINE BRIGHT WITH
ALCATEL’S A5 LED
Al cate l has launched the A5 LED – the worl d’s fi rst
inte ractive LED-cove red smartphone, de livering an
innovative experience for young, energe tic
entertainment seekers. FAC T explores…
The latest chatter in the world of smartphones has been dominated and an octa-core processor that ensures photos, games, and
by a certain brand that takes its name from a fruit – and we can all movies load smoothly to the large 5.2-inch HD display.
agree that there has been way too much commentary on said over- If you like taking selfies for your Snapchat or Instagram stories,
Photomath Pocket Casts hyped phone. So, in the bid to keep things fresh and up-to-date,
we’re bringing you news of a brand new device that offers a not
you’re going to LOVE the 5 MP front camera with selfie flash for
brighter shots – even in low light – so next time your highlighter’s
only a user-friendly experience but also a tech first. on fleek or you’re fresh out the barber’s shop, you know the A5
Bringing uniqueness and personalisation to the forefront, Alcatel’s LED has got your back for your next social media post.
A5 LED puts you in charge of how you want to show off your On top of that, Alcatel has incorporated great features like Face Beauty
If you’re looking for cool calculator Keep up with your favourite podcasts! personality through your best friend a.k.a your smartphone, software for flawless images and Face Show, which lets you turn your
replacements, efficient math reference tools Combining style and function with an with a dazzling array of LED light shows. You can light up your selfies into personalised video clips for extra fun. There’s also a 13 MP
or just some good old playing with numbers- attractive design, the app showcases notifications with a different light show for important calls, rear camera with dual-tone flash. Plus, you can enjoy Private Mode,
Photomath is your new best friend! Designed subscribed podcasts in a hassle-free tile messages, alarms and social media alerts – yes, that’s right – make with a different sign-in to protect your hidden photos and apps.
for the times when you can’t be bothered format. While a smart playlisting feature your insta notifications bling and choose a colour of warning for You don’t have to worry about keeping the A5 LED with you all
to write down an equation or problem, helps you sort and categorise your those annoying calls from colleagues. the time because the device fits comfortably in the palm of your
Photomath gets you out of your dilemma downloaded content for efficient listening. You can even light up your life using Color Catcher 2.0 by creating hand thanks to its ergonomic design that boasts a slim profile and
with a simple snap. Just snap a picture of your The app also includes video podcast support, unique LED cover patterns and themes for a different look as often rounded edges. Sleek, stylish and full of the latest tech – YES! ✤
math problem and let the app’s handwriting auto-downloading and automatic cleanup as you like. Take it one step further and light up your imagination
recognition and camera calculator give you of downloaded episodes to keep storage in with an eye-catching personalised show, which includes lighting up
an answer with step-by-step solutions. The check. The app’s cross-platform nature also your music too – the light moves with your tunes, switching with a
app supports basic arithmetic, fractions, allows it to easily sync between devices and simple shake. Talk about party for one! GO: THE ALCATEL A5 LED IS PRICED FROM AED899 AND IS
trigonometry and so much more! OS’s. Happy streaming, everyone! And don’t let the dazzling nature of LED fool you into thinking that AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE FROM ALL MAJOR ELECTRONIC
you don’t get any other tech-savvy benefits. The A5 LED also gives STORES. VISIT WWW.ALCATEL-MOBILE.COM FOR MORE
you a great multimedia experience. It has fast 4G LTE connectivity INFORMATION.
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TECHNOLOGY
PLUGGED-IN, APPS, GADGET REVIEWSEDITORIAL
FACT aims to be the ultimate source of information, advice and
happenings in the capital. Hospitality clients will have the opportunity
for editorial support through food features and venue reviews. Fashion
clients will get maximum collection exposure. FACT creates a great
balance between editorial and client support.
SO BLUSH
It’s no secret… Blush is the
new Black! The new heavenly
collection from Maisons du
Monde welcomes winter with
powdery shades, metallic tones,
cute animal inspired decorations
and timeless romance to warm
the house this season. The soft
and pale pink-peach colours with
a nude tone infuse a space with
a calming sophisticated effect
and contemporary elegant vibe.
Used on walls, flooring, textiles
or tableware, here are some
CANDLE IN THE WIND pieces that will go beautifully in
your home this season.
The winter season is all about cute candles dotted around the home to create a
cosy and intimate vibe. Check out our pick of beautiful tea light holders to bring
some warmth into your abode…
Marks and Spencer
Debenhams
M&Co
House of Fraser
Zara Home
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HOME & FURNISHING
HOME STYLE, INTERIORS, FURNITURE
• BEAUTY CHECKLIST • FOODIE CORNER FOODIE CORNER •
BeautyEssentials bell peppers, black olives and mozzarella
cheese – yes, it’s just like a pizza, but
AS WINTER KICKS IN, NEW SKINCARE AND MAKE UP IS NEEDED TO FRESHEN UP YOUR there’s a homely touch to it that we savour
EVERY DAY LOOK! with every bite. The Mini Khameer Burgers
From
has us fighting for the last slider – the
meat is juicy, the cheese is melted and,
Fenty Beauty Marc Jacobs surprisingly, it’s the Idaho potato wedges
Tradition
PRO FILT’R SOFT MATTE COCONUT BASE UNDER that really have us busting moves at the
LONGWEAR FOUNDATION (COVER) PRIMER FOR EYELIDS table to get as many as we can! They’re
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SO good that it’s hard to share.
to Table
The amazingly diverse longwear Make the most of your gorgeous When it comes to desserts, think the
foundation employs the right eye shadow! Formulated with most moreish cakes – we’d recommend
balance of tone and texture coconut and amaranth extracts, the Pistachio Sponge Cake and the Rose
to make foundation work on the luxurious crease-proof Cheesecake – UN-BELIEVABLY yummy.
every skin type. The ultimate eyeshadow primer locks in colour Make sure you order a side of karak or
photo filter in foundation form for up to 12 hours. Silica spheres camel hot chocolate (it tastes a lot nicer
is available in 40 boundary- and bark extract help absorb oil than you might think) to wash it all down.
breaking shades that are and deliver a perfecting effect,
We’ ve got j us t t h re e wo rd s : Mama Tani is reminiscent of simpler
made with climate-adaptive while the innovative gel polymer childhood times and the special person
technology and won’t clog pores. helps your eyes look impeccable
Em i rat i So ul Fo o d . Th i s i s w h at
in your life who served up both advise
Feels just like second skin! and bright all day! Ma m a Ta n i i s a l l a b o u t . Th e and plates of incredible food. This
c afé i s l o c ate d i n t h e h e a r t of place encapsulates the home-away-
GO: VISIT WWW.
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Sculpt and highlight your face for the Gods! Bid adieu to matte lips and say t h o s e c rav i n g a b i te of t r ue good food, Mama Tani is the answer! ✤
The first-ever 24-hour wear, high pigment hello to intense shine! A high- Em i rat i c u i s i n e . FAC T we nt to
formula melts effortlessly into the skin shine lipstick in a liquefied form, p u t i t to t h e t a s te te s t …
for the most natural coverage. Featuring it redefines the lips with a juicy
3 contour shades and shine and the vibrancy of a
3 highlighter shades in hairspray. Exclusive technology
A
neutral, cool and warm keeps the high-gloss lipstick in a concept by Omar and Tani’s recipes were always delicious, bread bowl. We don’t hesitate to finish the
undertones, the palette liquid state, while the ultra-rich Maitha Al Shamsi, always made with the finest ingredients, winter warmer right down to the last drop
is the perfect companion and saturated pigments provide Mama Tani is a and always served with love.” – a great start and need we say, a definite
River Island
to the original Powder vivid colour. Available in a number beautiful medley of And on that note, we were ready to dig hug for the soul.
Contour Palette. of stunning shades! traditional herbs, spices, in. First up was the one thing that Mama Other standouts included the Date and
sweets and savoury treats along with a Tani has become well-known for – their Walnut Celery Salad – super light; a
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refreshingly contemporary setting. When authentic Khameer bread. It’s a a round Taouk Khameer Sandwich with delish
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you walk in, it’s hard not to feel the same flatbread with humble Bedouin origins char-grilled chicken; the Baked Tandoori
SOFT LIGHT FOAMING POWDER FIXER GIFTED AMAZONIAN CLAY warm comfort you get when returning with a golden crust, often split open to be – fresh baked khameer with tandoori
SMART MASCARA home after a long day’s work. The walls stuffed with anything you fancy - whether chicken, chutney sauce, sumac, onions,
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Shine like an A-lister! The powder free are covered in the restaurant’s story – it be saffron-flavored cream, chopped
and ultra-soft fixer acts as a veil to blur Get the long, fluttery lashes letting diners know how the eatery’s dates, labneh, basil, walnuts or pistachios,
blemishes while setting your makeup of your dreams! The vegan,
name and concept came about. cheese and Oman chips, or black olive
with a subtle radiance. The microfine, airy naturally “gifted” mascara
Mama Tani, meaning second mama in salad – this is one versatile palate-pleaser.
powder contains microspheres that help replenishes lashes by making DON ’ T C LON E I T, OWN I T – WI TH A S TYLE MOT TO S O S T RO N G, I T ’ S Arabic, was the name taught to both On this occasion, we were going to be
diffuse imperfections them stronger and healthier with N O WON DE R TH AT TH I S H I G H S TRE E T FAVOURI T E H A S A N E W S E A S O N Omar and Maitha by their Egyptian nanny, doing some serious dipping into the
while smoothing and every application. Enriched with COLLEC TI ON TO BLOW YOUR WARDRO BE S AWAY. for their grandmother. This is what they piping hot Harira Soup. Packed with
unifying the complexion. natural waxes and conditioners,
called they affectionately called their lamb chunks, garbanzo, green lentil,
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grandmother as toddlers and is a name fresh coriander leaves, parsley, tomato,
your makeup routine thickness, length and contour,
that has grown with them simultaneously vermicelli and free range egg, one of
or during the day for a while vitamin C and Amazonian
to the joy that come with Mama Tani’s the best and most unique elements of
fresh-faced look! clay treat and replenish.
food. The story goes on to say: “Mama this soup is that it’s served on a Khameer
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Detox, (for me, that’s closing four regional
magazines for press every 25 days *anxiety
Please
EAT
levels high*). More than anything, it’s the
atmosphere of the serene spa that already
transports me to a place of calm and peace
CLEAN,
– it almost feels too good to be true, but I
quickly put my phone on silent and tuck it
You often forget how the away in the locker.
TRAIN “
Following a smooth consultation and
daily work grind can make
change of clothes into one of the comfiest
you feel sluggish. Minus robes ever, my friendly therapist leads
DIRTY
any time to unwind and me to a large, dim-lit treatment room. We IT’S NO MIRACLE,
begin with a hot water foot cleanse where YOU HAVE TO
reenergise, this can be the feet are immersed in a tub of marbles TRAIN HARD
really stressful. Fear not, and lemon (for antiseptic and anti-bacterial
AND EAT CLEAN.
the sprawling Heavenly purposes), and dried off before I hop onto
the comfy bed. IN MY TRAINING
Spa at The Westin Dubai First up: intense full body scrub with a THERE’S PLENTY
Al Habtoor City is here to stimulating and detoxifying blend of salt,
OF VARIETY, I’M
seaweed and lemon by Organic Pharmacy.
change that and Shabana TRYING NEARLY
Not only does it feel like I’m saying
Adam tells you just how… “bye, bye, bye” to my dead skin, there’s EVERYTHING I
something quite soothing about the motion HEAR ABOUT, SO
T
and it almost puts me to sleep. After a
I CAN DECIDE
here’s something very nice hot rinse in the shower, it’s time for
indulgent (and slightly a potent wrap of seaweed and eucalyptus WHICH FITS ME
cheeky) about walking into a with rare fossil mud. My therapist shares THE MOST.
spa late-afternoon and mid- that this is a great procedure for blood
week, after passing people circulation and to regulate fat metabolism
in business attire having meetings in the in the body.
lobby café. It’s not often that a busy-body I’m deeply enveloped in the mud, wrapped
like me gets the chance to completely shut in a plastic sheet, a towel and a blanket –
off for a little while and get taken care of it’s definitely not cold in here and, once
H
– but it sure feels like just what the doctor more, I fall into a short slumber whilst
At only 21-years-old, Luca Múller i Luca! Take us back to the beginning – how and me the most. It’s bad when you get into a complete routine.
ordered. getting a warm oil head massage. One
Heavenly Spa by Westin, at Al Habtoor City, more shower and lotion application later, has managed to maintain a strict when did your fitness journey start? You have to get used to eating a lot when you’re eating on a
It’s been a long time since I had my first vegan diet, because the calorie density is not that high.
is to be my self-prescribed remedy. On I’m snug with a blanket in the relaxation plant-based diet and a consistent
first impression all I can think is, “wow, so lounge, sipping on ginger tea. contact with fitness. I started early in my youth
much space!” This spa easily rivals some What’s fab about this treatment is the
workout regime to keep his fitness practicing Taekwondo, later taking part in Veganism has become such a huge food trend and way of life
of the largest wellness set-ups in Dubai, balance of relaxation and rejuvenation in check – and as desired. Going competitions and I was also teaching kids’ classes. The first time for millions of people – what inspired you to start eating clean?
I did weight training was when I was 16. I practiced earlier on at I was always curious about this diet. Me and some friends tried
offering a range of renewal experiences elements – though you’ll feel zen, your into the New Year, FACT caught home with pull-ups, dips, etc, but my first gym membership was it out together and everyone of us still follows their plant-
within 20 treatment rooms across separate body will also feel very much alive and
male and female areas. Relaxation facilities ready to face the rest of the work week
up with the Abu Dhabi-based at 16. I had no real clue what I was doing and everything I know based diet. For all of us, it had health benefits we wouldn’t miss
include sauna, steam room, and a dedicated (and the traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road). personal trainer to bring you some I learned more or less by teaching myself through YouTube and anymore. This was three and a half years ago now and I won’t
couples section. Arrive early to use of the Full disclosure: returning back to reality my own experience. change anything in the future.
major health inspo and highlight
facilities; after all, if you’re not using them might just be the toughest thing you’ll do
before a treatment, are you even doing the all week. Or, even better, try and find a that just like Luca, it’s totally You’re quite a unique example of someone who has managed to What are three foods that you can’t live without, things that
build an enviable physique whilst being vegan – that must be a you would recommend people to include in their diet?
whole spa thing right? hiding place so you don’t have to leave! ✤ possible to achieve your fitness
very disciplined lifestyle, how do you do it? I would recommend everyone eating a lot of fruits, especially
Today, I’m here for the Detox Cleansing
goals. Beast.Mode.On! First of all, I wouldn’t say that I’m quite unique with that. There bananas; on some days I’m eating up to eight. Another food I
Ritual which you’ll find under the “Feel
are lots of other really good athletes on a completely plant-based wouldn’t miss is rice. Even though I know it’s not the healthiest
Alive and Inspired” section of the menu. GO: VISIT HEAVENLY SPA AT THE WESTIN
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