What's On May2020

Issue 506

TRY A FUN WORKOUT

COOK SOMETHING NEW

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TAKE ON A MOVIE MARATHON (SEE PAGE 14)

Food Delivery

ORDER A GOURMET TAKEAWAY (SEE PAGE 50)

PLAN A QUIZ NIGHT

TRAVEL THE WORLD FROM YOUR SOFA (SEE PAGE 68)

UAE DHS15

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PLUS: CREATIVE CLASSES TO TRY, UAE IFTARS, PUZZLES AND MUCH MORE

CONTENTS IFTAR AT HOME

FEATURES

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Our guide to the best 50 movies worth streaming this month

27 WHAT’S COOKING? Recipes to try at home in your test kitchen

38 QUIZ TIME The best online quizzes to try, including our own What’s On trivia test

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REGULARS 10 Yalla!

Brilliant gourmet restaurants to order from

12 Win! Iftar deliveries to enjoy at home

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49 CONSUME 50 REVIEWS Peruvian packages from Coya, French cuisine at home from LPM, and sensational sushi on the sofa from Nobu

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51 BBQ IN A BOX Hungry for burgers? Check out these DIY barbecue packages

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55 CULTURE

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56 CREATIVE MINDS Unmissable virtual art classes to attend this month

Where key figures in the UAE’s cultural sphere can’t wait to return to

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65 ACTIVE 66 WACKY WORKOUTS

58 WHAT WE MISS

60 PUZZLES Test your grey matter with these fun challenges

WhatsOn.ae Our stunning website is packed with news, restaurants, culture, shopping, sport and spas. It’s your online destination for stuff to do in the UAE. Get clicking.

Dance like no-one’s watching in these fun virtual fitness sessions

68 TRAVEL Take a tour of the Seven Wonders of the World without moving from the sofa

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EDITOR’S LETTER

HOW ARE WE ALL DOING?

It’s been an unbelievable couple of months, that’s for sure.

As we watched major events and attractions announce their cancellations, followed by curfews, and sterilisation programmes, it’s been hard not to feel rather jittery. “If there’s nothing happening in the UAE, how can we write about What’s On?”, chirped in one online reporter on one of our first ever Zoom calls.

She had a point. A rather scary one.

But that feeling quickly subsided. Restaurants and small businesses came up with ingenious ways to reach customers; companies quickly shifted their attention to online offerings; and classes of all kinds became virtual. There has been so much to write about, so much to champion, and such positivity, resilience and ingenuity – it’s impossible not to be proud to call the UAE home.

Of course, we know it’s a difficult time. Many of us are far away from family; people are feeling lonely; and many companies that we all love are hurting, so we’ll continue to do our bit and share innovative ways to support them. And while the government may have eased restrictions slightly over the last few days, it’s important we remain resilient and only go out when absolutely necessary.

Which brings me to this issue. This magazine you hold in your hands – or most likely reading online – isn’t filled exactly the way you’ve come to know it. We’re not writing about the new concerts happening this month, sharing details of the new gyms you should check out, or where next to travel to. Because the fact of the matter is, our living rooms have become our gyms, the balcony our next trip, the kitchen our new test centres, and our showers, the new karaoke spot. Okay, ours has always been the only karaoke spot for us.

Instead, we’re sharing guides to the fun things to do at home, from our top 50 movies currently available over streaming services to the best delivery services in the country.

We’ll suggest easy and challenging recipes to try, virtual pub quizzes to sign up for and much more, so have a read, get inspired, and pick something fun to do today.

Until we all meet again at the next music festival, stay healthy and be safe. Being indoors is the best place to be right now.

Enjoy the issue – and Ramadan Kareem from our What’s On family to yours.

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Reif’s loo roll cake Trust chef Reif Othman to go and ‘roll’ out a new dessert to bring a smile to our faces.

It might look like your bog-standard toilet roll but there’s a lot more to it. It’s actually a delicious cake with lemon butter sponge, yuzu ganache, and a jammy yuzu curd.

Order yours now.

Tel: (050) 2357071. @reifkushiyaki

Watch a musical As West End and Broadway theatres bring the curtain down to slow the spread of coronavirus, Andrew Lloyd Webber has served up a free stream of one of his productions every week. So far we’ve had Joseph and Phantom. Bring on Cats. Yes, really.

Hey, this is my page. youtube.com/ theshowmustgoon

BRILLIANT GOURMET RESTAURANTS TO ORDER DELIVERY FROM THIS MAY…

THE MAINE TACO TRUCK The team behind one of Dubai’s favourite restaurants has launched a special Maine Taco Truck. Items up for grabs include crispy fish tacos, crispy cauliflower tacos and pulled short rib tacos. There are also taco bowls, salads, sandwiches, and pizzas available to order. a Available on Deliveroo. @themainedxb

ZUMA Zuma has launched a daily home delivery service offering all of your favourite dishes at home. Place your order directly with the restaurant to enjoy delivery between noon and 11pm each day. a Tel: (050) 152 2878.

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GORDON RAMSAY HELL’S KITCHEN Shrimp avocado cocktail, flank steak, wild mushroom pizza, crispy skin salmon and much more are all available to order. a Available on Deliveroo, @caesarsbluewatersdubai

BURGER AND LOBSTER Whether you’re after a tasty lobster roll or a juicy gourmet patty, you can now enjoy the perfect dish from home. a Available on Deliveroo. @burgerandlobsterdubai

L’OCCITANE CAFE Enjoy a range of Provençal immune-boosting dishes from healthy salads to comforting mains and naughty-but-nice desserts. a Available on Deliveroo, Zomato and CareemNow. @loccitanecafe

COYA If its Coya’s signature fresh guacamole you’re after, every order comes with a DIY kit so you can make your own guac at home. a Email reservations@coyarestaurant.ae or call (04) 3169600. @coyadubai

FOUR SEASONS Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach is offering a selection of its best dishes spearheaded by executive chef Gilles Arzur. a Available on Zomato, Talabat or Uber Eats. @fsdubai

IL BORRO TUSCAN BISTRO Dishes from the What’s On award-winning restaurant are now available to enjoy at home, including its amazing traditional tiramisu. Service is available starting from noon to 10.30pm. a Available on Deliveroo and UberEats. ilborrotuscanbistro.ae

NOBU Sophisticated Japanese-Peruvian dishes such as Nobu’s signature black miso cod, premium lobster tacos and world-class sushi and sashimi are all up for grabs. Palm residents also receive a 30 per cent discount. a Available on Zomato. atlantis.com

DELIVERDXB For a full list of local Dubai restaurants available for takeaway or delivery, check out supportlocalrestaurants.com, set up by mystery restaurant reviewer, FoodSheikh and online ordering platform ChatFood.

LPM The DIFC-based French restaurant has teamed up with Deliveroo to offer home delivery, too. a Available on Deliveroo. @lpmdubai What’sOn_11

IFTAR DELIVERY PRIZES!

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Dates for your UAE diary

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Food deliveries, hampers and much more up for grabs in Ramadan If there’s one thing UAE residents love more than food it’s free food, are we right? And in these uncertain Covid times, anything we can get for free we’ll take by the bucketload. Hoping to bring a little joy to your sofas, What’s On has launched daily giveaways on Instagram offering followers the chance to win Dhs450 worth of food deliveries, gadgets and other lovely stuff just to help make days a little brighter. Last month we had over 7,500 entries across two weeks, so we’ve decided to bring it back every day (Sun to Thur) throughout Ramadan. Giveaways will take place at noon, but you’ll need to solve our puzzles first. Practice now on p60. Good luck! q @WhatsOnDubai

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MARIO KART WORLD TOUR The Nintendo series allows you to race your mates on tracks across the world.

CALL OF DUTY MOBILE Level-up your zombie apocalypse skills with this customisable first person shooter game.

WORDS WITH FRIENDS A word game testing ability to construct words from random letters.

SUPER STICMAN GOLF 3 Challenge your mates to 20 holes of bunker-doding crazy golf fun.

FIFA MOBILE Take control of the world’s greatest soccer stars – it’s end-toend mobile sports game goals.

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What to watch 50 movies you can stream in the UAE right now. How many have you smashed through?

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he What’s On team has selected the best of Hollywood, Bollywood and world cinema for you to enjoy during self-isolation. So grab the popcorn, dim the lights and put your phone on silent, because it’s movie time.

01. Moana (2016)

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This is the animated quest story of a young Polynesian girl (voiced by Auli‘i Cravalho), chosen by the ocean to reunite the earth spirit, Te Fiti, with an ancient relic and halt a devastating blight on her home island. The titular character teams up with a disgraced demi-power, voiced by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, and a wild-eyed scene-stealing pet chicken.

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03. Bad Boys (1995), NFF

02. The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) NFF Director Martin Scorsese deftly adapts the memoirs of Jordan Belfort, charting the rise and subsequent fall from grace of a Wall Street stockbroker (Leonardo DiCaprio). It’s a rags to private yachts, wild excess, amorality and Lamborghinis – and then back-again – story.

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Two Miami cops, Marcus (Martin Lawrence) and Mike (Will Smith), investigate a Mafia drug ring. The police’s Internal Affairs unit uncovers a link to suggest that there’s an inside man within the force, and following a botched sting operation, Mike and Marcus are forced to turn rogue and follow the breadcrumbs to ultimately bring down the nefarious criminal organisation.

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04. Wanted (2008), NFF

Wesley Gibson (James McAvoy), a clerical worker who mistakes his superpowers for panic attacks, is recruited into a band of gifted assassins, by mysterious femme fatale, Fox (Angelina Jolie). Gibson is put through a gruelling training regime that largely ignores the established physics of ballistics. In the hunt for his father’s murderer, Gibson uncovers dark secrets about the true nature of the assassin agency he’s now part of.

05. Crank 2: High Voltage (2009), NFF Utterly ridiculous and highly enjoyable, this humorous action movie literally hits the ground running and doesn’t offer a single moment of chill. Ex-hitman Chev Chelios (Jason Statham) must keep his artificial heart going with repeated electric shocks and adrenalin peaks, as he pieces together the series of events that lead to his cardiac conundrum.

06. Adjustment Bureau (2011),

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A cleverly penned sci-fi rom-com that sees a US Congressman (Matt Damon) battle against the physical manifestation of the architects of destiny (the Adjustment Bureau), in order to preserve a chance romantic connection with a dancer (Emily Blunt).

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movie that has plenty of time for comic relief and character development. Keep an eye out for director Waititi’s superbly executed appearance as the deadpan alien, Korg.

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09. Southpaw (2015), NFF

A successful boxer (Jake Gyllenhaal) falls into a desperate spiral following a tragic incident. And we mean tragic… we’re still haunted by it. Billy “The Great” Hope, must rebuild his life, his relationship with his daughter and career with spit, grit and the tutorage of ex-pro Titus “Tick” Wills (Forest Whitaker).

The chemistry between the leading characters elevates this already brilliantly woven tale.

07. Coco (2017),

10. Inglorious B*sterds (2009),

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We’re not crying – you’re crying. In this tale of pure Pixar magic, a young musician crosses the bridge from the world of the living to the land of the dead. Along with his trusty street dog Dante, Miguel is in search of a long-passed ancestor who he hopes will provide answers about his own passion for music. An emotional score accompanies a screen filled with colourful feels.

Inside Out

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Set in occupied France during World War II, this Quentin Tarantino flick is a masterclass in character acting. American officer Lt. Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt) recruits a band of rebels

to begin a guerilla insurrection against the Nazis. The gang is joined by fellow freedom fighters German actress and undercover agent Bridget von Hammersmark (Diane Kruger), and theatre owner Shosanna Dreyfus (Mélanie Laurent). Christoph Waltz’s performance as SS Colonel Hans Landa in the movie’s opening scene is one of cinema’s finest.

11. Inside Out (2015), FF There are two ways you can watch this animated feature.

On a philosophical level, it’s a narrative that deconstructs the ego, representing human emotions as individual entities. The movie asks big questions about the nature of identity and the pursuit of happiness. It’s also incredibly fun to watch without the ‘big brain time’ element. Disney’s trademark tight dialogue and characterisation make it just as enjoyable for the kiddlywinks.

08. Thor Ragnarok (2017), NFF Director Taika Waititi takes a beloved Avenger on a tonguein-cheek ride across the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Only Thor (Chris Hemsworth) can defeat his evil sister, Hala (Cate Blanchett) and prevent Ragnarök, the prophesied fall of Asgard. This is a superhero

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duty and tradition between the two clergymen. Knowing the history of what happened isn’t even that big of a spoiler, as the movie has a perfect final curtain that you probably won’t see coming.

13. Roma (2018), NFF

12. The Two Popes (2019), NFF This movie is a dramatisation of a 2012 meeting between the then Pope Benedict XVI (Anthony Hopkins) and Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio (who went on to become Pope Francis, played

by Jonathan Pryce). Following the announcement that Bergoglio intends to resign as Archbishop of Buenos Aires, the critically acclaimed story wraps around discussions of 18_What’sOn

A heartfelt triple-Oscarwinning Mexican drama that puts the life of live-in housekeeper Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio) under the microscope. Disclaimer: this beautifully realised movie scrubs at some pretty raw emotional nerves. Cleo must deal with the slowly unravelling fabric of the family she works for, as well as her own life-changing struggles. Fun film fact for you: The movie is a semi-

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autobiographical take on director Alfonso Cuarón’s own early family life.

14. The Ballard of Buster Scruggs (2018), NFF First time? A compilation of six loosely connected mini Westerns directed by the inimitable Coen brothers. Dark humour and delicious twists star in tall tales of bank heists gone wrong, prospecting woes, travelling shows and singing gunslingers.

15. Annihilation (2018), NFF This is one of those sci-fi movies that comes around every few years and breathes new life, and original ideas, into the genre. Lena (Natalie Portman) is a cellular-biology professor, who joins a team of scientists tasked with heading into a mysterious Earthbased phenomenon called ‘The Shimmer’. Lena is driven

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by desperation to save her husband, who fell sick during a previous mission into the void, but the deeper her unit gets, the more bizarre this mysterious world seems to become.

16. The Dark Knight (2008), NFF Why not start with the first film of Christopher Nolan’s epic Batman trilogy you ask?

Some people just want to watch the world burn. The Dark Knight isn’t your average caped-crusader comic book adaptation. It’s filled with suspense, drama, emotion and Heath Ledger’s posthumous Oscar-winning performance as The Joker.

17. Blade Runner (1982), NFF

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Ridley Scott’s dystopian tale of rogue robots puts grizzled cop Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) on the trail of a group of fugitive replicants. It’s a futuristic film noir that includes references to many cinematic themes, and muses hard on the meaning and

definition of life. In a time where we’re constantly warned of the potential danger down the AI development road, it’s a movie that probably hits a little harder now than when it was originally released.

18. Lagaan (2001), FF

Set during the time of the British Raj, a small town, Champaner, is struggling to pay taxes due to a prolonged drought. Ignoring their plight, Russell, an arrogant and greedy British commander, challenges farmer Bhuvan (played by Aamir Khan) and his town to a cricket match – a game the villagers know nothing about. The stakes?

If the British Raj loses, the provinces taxes will be cancelled for three years, but they if they win, they will have to pay three times their current taxes.

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19. Inception (2010), NFF

This film plays with the concept that you can implant ideas in people’s heads. All you need to do is enter their dream and convince them that it is, in fact, their own idea.

Simple right? Nope. Leonardo DiCaprio leads an (inter) stellar cast through a mindbending landscape of plot twists within plot twists. But was it all a dream? Guess we’ll never know.

20. The Lego Movie (2014), FF Chris Pratt leads the voice cast for this movie adaptation of Denmark’s most famous export, Lego. To be fair the brand didn’t leap straight into a movie deal off the back of the toy’s popularity – this film came out nearly 90 years after the first bricks started rolling off the Lego factory line. And it was worth the wait.

It’s a superbly crafted family movie, with plenty of lols for The Lego Movie

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parents, a genuinely original storyline with compelling arc, and some brilliant voice acting performances. Emmet (Chris Pratt) is the average Lego figure next door, who is mistakenly identified as the Lego world’s best hope of defeating the evil Lord Business (Will Ferrell) and

his dastardly plans for a new world order.

21. Zombieland (2009), NFF Shaun of the Dead proved you could make a comedy about a zombie apocalypse, but it was a feat that wasn’t successfully replicated in cinema until Zombieland. Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone and Abigail Breslin form a crew of survivors, in search of a safe haven and Twinkie bars.

22. The Irishman (2019), NFF OK, you’ve seen the memes: yes, it’s three and a half hours long, but think of it as a mini-series – you’ve almost certainly binge-watched 20_What’sOn

longer. And it’s worth it. The Irishman is pure Scorsese gold – deeply complicated characters, nuanced storylines, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci, it’s artful bigscreen storytelling. Loosely based around real events, the movie charts Frank Sheeran’s (De Niro) rise as a hitman, through a Philadelphia crime family. Sheeran is taken under the wings of mobster Russell Bufalino (Pesci), and charismatic Teamster, Jimmy Hoffa (Pacino).

23. Sicario (2015), NFF

A promising FBI agent (Emily Blunt) is drafted into a government task force that’s tackling the narcotics trade on the Mexican border. The team is headed up by a pair

of emotionally battle-scarred lieutenants, government official Matt Graver (Josh Brolin) and mission operative Alejandro (Benicio Del Toro).

Blunt’s character begins to realise that in order to achieve their goal, certain sacrifices must be made, and good guys sometimes have to be bad guys (and girls).

24. Goodfellas (1990), NFF Young New Yorker Henry Hill (Ray Liotta) joins the mob and climbs the ranks of organised crime, in what is arguably Scorsese’s greatest contribution to cinema. Hill develops a taste for the high life and, with the encouragement of Mafia bestie James Conway (Robert De

Niro) and terrifying sociopath Tommy DeVito (Joe Pesci), gets lost in a world where the only honour is honour within the family. But even that has a price.

25. Lion (2016),

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Nothing to do with Joe Exotic.

This tear-jerker is based on the true story of Saroo (Dev Patel), a young Indian boy who gets lost on a train and ends up all alone in Kolkata. Saroo is eventually adopted by an Australian couple and moves to Hobart, Tasmania. Many years later, as a young man, haunted by a desire to reconnect with his birth mother, Saroo embarks on a journey to find his family in India. Popcorn and tissues required.

26. The Matrix (1999), NFF

28. The Hangover (2009), NFF

Intense action, groundbreaking cinematography, profound philosophical musing, and Keanu Reeves, what more could you possibly want in a film. Computer programmer Thomas Anderson (Reeves), hacker name ‘Neo’, is going through a bit of an existential crisis, and his online life frequently brings up references to ‘The Matrix’. As he searches for answers, Neo is introduced to a mysterious man named Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), who offers him a choice: take the blue pill, you wake up in your bed and the story ends; or, take the red pill and stay in Wonderland to see how deep the rabbit-hole goes. But what is The Matrix? Guess you’ll have to take that red pill.

The comedy that spawned a dynasty, kick-started Bradley Cooper and Zach Galifianaki’s career and taught us to never, ever, under any circumstances, hold your stag party in Vegas.

Following an epic bachelor party none of them can remember, three friends wake in their Caesars Palace penthouse to find boxer, Mike Tyson, a tiger, a chicken and a human baby, but no sign of the groom. As they try to piece together the events of the night before, they realise what they experienced was no normal sesh on the town, and what happens in Vegas, might not necessarily stay in Vegas...

27. Forrest Gump (1994), NFF

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Tom Hanks plays Forest, Forest Gump, a man who shares his life story and a box of chocolates from a bench at a provincial bus station. As a child, Gump is classified as being of subaverage intelligence, a fact that certainly doesn’t hamper his achievements. Gump goes on to play for the AllAmerican football team, is awarded the Medal of Honour for his bravery in the Vietnam War, makes shroud business investments and does multiple coast-to-coast runs across the US – but can he ever get his crush, Jenny (Robin Right) to love him back? The What’s On Magic 8 ball says “looks unlikely”.

29. Hala (2019) NFF

Apple TV+ is the tech giant’s new on-demand streaming service. It doesn’t have a huge variety of cinema on offer just yet, but this little gem is definitely worth a watch. The story follows Hala (Geraldine Viswanathan), a young Muslim girl coming-ofage in America, dealing with strained family life and the challenges of navigating the complex social structures of US high schools.

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30. Avengers: Infinity War (2018), NFF

Again, we’re kinda leaping into the middle of a franchise here; this film is actually the third of four movies in the Avenger saga, but it has enough substance to dip into as a stand-alone. Thanos, the mad titan (Josh Brolin) seems pretty intent on his ambition to obliterate half of all life in the universe. To do it, he’s got to collect six infinity stones. All hopes of stopping him are pinned on a ragtag superhero alliance between the Guardians of the Galaxy and the Avengers. And we don’t know who needs to hear this, but aim for the head.

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31. Wayne’s World (1992), NFF Party time, excellent. This comedy has held up pretty well, given the fact it’s nearly three decades old. It evolved from a Saturday Night Live skit and follows a pair of friends, Wayne Campbell

(Mike Myers) and Garth Algar (Dana Carvey), as their publicaccess TV show ‘Wayne’s World’ gets picked up by a big network. Wayne struggles with newfound fame and is forced to battle for the affections of Cassandra Wong (Tia Carrere), his rockstar crush. High points include carpool headbanging to Bohemian Rhapsody and so many quotable catchphrases, it’ll make you want to spew.

And if you’re going to spew, spew into this.

32. Kill Bill (2003), NFF

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Our second Quentin Tarantinodirected inclusion on the list is an electric blend of cinematic themes. The revenge story of an assassin, left for dead on her wedding day, is rich with homages to kung fu movies, anime, samurai cinema, spaghetti westerns

and blacksploitation flicks. The bride (Uma Thurman) embarks on a mission to track down the members of her old assassin squad that betrayed her, getting ever closer to the man who took everything from her... Bill.

33. Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994), NFF

This is Jim Carrey at his most Jim Carrey. Alrighty then, when Snowflake – the dolphin and mascot for the Miami Dolphins NFL team – gets kidnapped, Ace Ventura (Carrey) is put on the case. Ventura’s investigation takes a dark twist when the Miami Dolphins coach dies in suspicious circumstances falling from his apartment balcony. Fingers begin to point at one of the team’s old players, Ray Finkle, who has unfinished business with the club. Does he fit the crime? Like a glove.

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34. Platoon (1986), NFF

Oliver Stone’s four-Oscarwinning epic shows the human side as well as the dehumanising aspects of America’s war in Vietnam. The story is told through the eyes of young recruit Chris Taylor (Charlie Sheen), who joins a platoon divided over the ethics of warfare. Sgt. Elias (William Dafoe) abhors the darker side of humanity and frequently butts heads with the morally compromised Platoon Sgt. Barnes (Tom Berenger). It becomes clear that even if they manage to escape the conflict, the shadows of deeds done in battle may live with them forever.

38. 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), NFF

There’s something about this late-90s high school rom-com that elevates it to the top of its class. On the surface, it offers the same sort of tropes, motifs and cliches you find in many of its coming-of-age cinematic alumni… it’s just somehow much better. Maybe it’s the fact it’s (very loosely) based on Shakepeare’s Taming of the Shrew, maybe it’s the chemistry of its exceptional cast (led by Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Larisa Oleynik), maybe it’s that house party scene. We’re not sure. All we know is, we hate admitting how much we love it.

35. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989), FF The third Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) film, finally introduces us to Indy’s father (played by Sean Connery).

It’s everything you could wish from a Spielberg-Lucas collaboration: tight humorous scripts, swashbuckling action sequences, double-crosses, villainous Nazis, suspense, plot twists and snakes. Indy and his dad are on the hunt for an important ancient relic, but their success depends on them getting along.

36. Clerks (1994), NFF

Kevin Smith wrote, directed and featured (as Silent Bob) in this low-budget indie movie cult classic. The genius of the film is found in its dry, deadpan comedic dialogue.

Almost all of the production

crime comedy is a beautiful thing to behold. It’s a delicately layered farce, a series of highly quotable interwoven storylines – the main thread of which chronicles a group of men who find themselves in debt to a dangerous mobster. Their desperation to raise funds puts them into increasingly precarious positions. Action movie fans will delight in the fact it features a very younglooking Jason Statham. It’s a deal, it’s a steal, it’s the sale of the century. In fact you know what, we think we’ll watch it now.

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

unfolds, much like a play, in a single location – a convenience shop. Store clerks Dante Hicks (Biran O’Halloran) and Randal Graves (Jeff Anderson) trade witty barbs and anecdotes, as a parade of eccentric characters pass through. Additional flavour is given by Dante’s romantic dilemma.

37. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998), NFF This movie pretty well sums up everything that’s great about British cinema. Sure it’s a little rough around the edges – but as a whole, this Guy Ritchie

39. Last of the Mohicans (1992), NFF

British forces clash with native American tribes in this cinematic game of chess.

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42. The Proposal (2009), NFF

sure he didn’t commit. We learn that Coffey has a gift of certain supernatural powers, but will they be enough to stop an innocent man going to the chair?

If your ingredients list includes Ryan Reynolds, you’re already halfway to delicious cinematic souffle. This quirky comedy sees a ‘marriage proposal of convenience’ between Margret Tate, the ferocious editor-in-chief of a New York publishing company and her assistant, Andrew Paxton (Ryan Reynolds). When Tate’s Canadian nationality leads to her being pushed into deportation proceedings, she decides to arrange a sham wedding to Paxton (ironically, Reynolds himself is Canadian) to avoid exile. Despite deep initial animosity, the pair begin to discover they might just be one another’s lobster.

41. Good Will Hunting (1997),

43. Cold Mountain (2003), NFF

The Proposal

Day-Lewis) find themselves escorting an envoy of British soldiers, along with two daughters of an army colonel, through the lawless landscape of colonial America. Romantic feelings develop between the young Mohicans and the colonel’s daughters. What price for love? Blood feuds, jealousy, and a brutal fight for survival bring this story of 18th century America vividly to life.

40. The Green Mile (1999), NFF Full disclosure, this wouldn’t be our first choice for a Stephen King adaptation about prison life (Shawshank doesn’t appear to be available to stream at the moment in the UAE), but it’s a remarkably worthy silver medal. Tom Hanks plays a 1930s death row prison officer, whose entire life is abruptly shaken when a new inmate arrives on The Green Mile. John Coffey (Michael Clarke Duncan) is accused of terrible crimes that we, the viewer, can be pretty 24_What’sOn

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The screenplay for Good Will Hunting was co-written by Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, way back before they were Hollywood big shots. It’s the story of young maths prodigy Will Hunting (Damon), who is content living an unremarkable life. His talents are uncovered by a math’s professor, Professor Gerald Lambeau (Stellan Skarsgård), who pleads with Hunting to not squander his gift. After an altercation with a police officer, Will goes to court and is directed to attend therapy sessions with Dr Sean Maguire (Robin Williams), an old college buddy of Lambeau.

Can they turn Will’s life around? Should they even try? This movie is filled with heartwarming moments.

An all-star cast is on board to portray this powerful American Civil War epic, which illuminates the resilient spirit of those who lived in

Pretty Woman

America’s wild frontiers. It’s a story of female empowerment, of the futility of war and greed, and an ode to enduring love. After being injured in battle, Inman (Jude Law) receives a letter from his beloved Ada (Nicole Kidman), and he decides to desert the Confederate forces and head home to Cold Mountain. After Ada’s father dies, she faces her own fight for survival – for the nights in Cold Mountain are long, and full of terrors.

44. Pretty Woman (1990), NFF On paper, at least initially, this romantic comedy doesn’t sound particularly romantic.

A wealthy businessman (Edward Lewis) engages the services of a lady (played by Julia Roberts), and an unlikely friendship develops. Pretty Woman makes the list by virtue of one of the best retail revenge scenes ever put to celluloid — The Rodeo Drive boutique where a shopping assistant makes a big mistake!

Big! Huge!

mission that features some of the best action sequences seen in modern cinema. No squad, no Bat Cave, no Q, no superpowers: just one man against the mob.

49. Oblivion (2013), NFF

Jurassic Park

46. The Godfather (1972), NFF

45. Gladiator (2000), NFF

He’s General Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe), Commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, a loyal servant to the true emperor of Rome, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. The story of man, stripped of all he holds dear, rising up as a gladiator through the brutality of the ancient Roman Colosseum, to challenge an evil despot and claim his vengeance, in this life, or the next.

We’re going to make you an offer you can’t refuse. It involves you, the sofa and this cinematic classic directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Marlon Brando and Al Pacino take the leads in what is probably ‘the archetypal mob movie’. A legacy is forged when a man learns he cannot outrun the shadow of his family, betrayals never go unpunished, and the only way to stay on top in organised crime is to rule with an iron fist.

47. Jurassic Park (1993), FF What could possibly go wrong with populating an island full of aggressive man-eating dinosaurs, and then shipping in some inquisitive tourists?

Jurassic Park represented a huge CGI milestone when

it was first released, with stunningly rendered giant lizards marching straight out of extinction and onto the big screen. An eccentric businessman, John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) discovers a way to clone dinosaurs, and places them into safari park-esque enclosures on a tropical island. Hammond invites a group of experts to visit the park and marvel at his creation. A series of unfortunate events lead to the dinosaurs having an access-allareas pass to the park.

48. Man on Fire (2004), NFF John Creasy (Denzel Washington) is a bodyguard with an impressive CV, but has fallen into some bad habits. While protecting a family in Mexico, the young daughter (Dakota Fanning) is kidnapped. Creasy then embarks on a one-man rescue

Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman shine in this dystopian feature. The human race was forced to retreat to one of Saturn’s moons following an alien invasion on earth. Jack Harper (Cruise) is sent back to earth to help maintain the drones that are carrying out the resistance on behalf of the humans.

After witnessing a spaceship crashland, Harper investigates — is captured and learns some hand-over-mouth **gasps** home truths about his mission.

50. Fight Club (1999), NFF We are Jack’s broken heart.

The danger, when talking about this movie, is giving too much away – which would be a crime. Edward Norton plays a guy-next-door type, stuck in a dead-end job that he hates, whose life is changed beyond recognition when he meets charismatic soap salesman Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt). Norton’s character finds inspiration in Durden’s contempt for authority and lust for chaos, and sets up a ‘Fight Club’ – a bare-knuckle boxing group, that eventually develops loftier goals.

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We’re in a golden age for cooking tutorials – search, and you shall find an answer. But not all of the videos and recipes you’ll come across are created equally.

Some of the dishes are too complicated, sometimes the camerawork is wonky, and sometimes you’ll find a presenter who drones on like it’s an antiquated food blog or cookbook of yesteryear. So you don’t have to suffer any more wasted minutes, we’ve teamed up with legendary meat brand True Aussie and celebrated TV chef Tarek Ibrahim to share some of their favourite recipes. Bon appetit!

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Australian beef tenderloin with Greek yoghurt and blackberries SERVES: 4 (OR ONE VERY HUNGRY COUPLE!) | PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 15 MINUTES

Ingredients

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2x300g Australian beef tenderloin 3 tbsp Sunflower oil 5 tbsp Unsalted butter 5 Thyme sprigs 5 Rosemary sprigs 4 cloves garlic, lightly crushed Salt and pepper to taste

FILLET/ TENDERLOIN STEAK

RUMP MEDALLION

For Labneh 320g Greek yoghurt 1/2 tbsp Date syrup 1/2 tbsp Pomegranate molasses For Blackberry sauce 250g Blackberries 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp Sugar For Peanut Crumble 30g Peanuts, unsalted, roasted and finely chopped 40g Ginger, finely diced

MEET THE CHEF

Method To make the labneh, place the ingredients in a bowl with 1/8 teaspoon of salt.

Whisk until smooth and set aside.

02 In a new bowl, add apple cider vinegar, sugar and pepper. Stir to combine. Then add blackberries and mash together. Add thyme, rosemary and ginger and mix well.

03 In a pan, add sunflower oil and butter. Rub ginger and garlic cloves on the beef.

Place beef in the pan and cook until nicely browned on all sides. Add salt as needed followed by a few sprigs of thyme and rosemary. Baste the beef 2 or 3 times while it cooks.

05 To serve, spread the labneh out in the middle of the plate and lay the beef tenderloin topped with blackberry sauce. Scatter a teaspoon of peanut crumble over the beef and serve immediately.

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Australian lamb loin with butternut squash and lime yoghurt SERVES: 4 (OR ONE VERY HUNGRY COUPLE!) | PREP TIME: 20 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 60 MINUTES

Ingredients 1kg Australian lamb loin 1 Medium butternut squash, sliced 6 Large plum tomatoes, sliced and oven roasted 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt 2 tbsp Sugar 3cm piece Ginger, grated 1 1/2 tsp Lemon juice 2 Garlic cloves Olive oil 30 Cashew nuts 1/4 tsp Cardamom Black pepper to taste Salt to taste

Method In a medium saucepan, roast cashew nuts. Set aside.

02 Next, heat olive oil. Place the lamb and cook both sides until browned. Remove from the stove and bake at 350 F (180 C) for 30 minutes.

03 Place the butternut squash on a parchment-lined baking sheet greased with olive oil. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of salt and a good grind of black pepper.

Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of oil, and roast for 30-40 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

04 For the lime yogurt, mix well the Greek yogurt, ginger, garlic, pepper, lemon juice, sugar, cardamom and olive oil in a small bowl and keep in the fridge until ready to serve.

05 Spread the squash out on a large platter and layer the tomatoes in between. Top with slices of the lamb.

Drizzle over the lime yogurt, sprinkle with cashews and serve.

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BEEF STEAK GLOSSARY Six steak cuts you should know about

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TOMAHAWK

FLAT IRON

SKIRT

The tomahawk steak is a larger version of the rib eye on the bone. Leaving approximately a 30cm rib bone, this steak is perfect for 2 - 6 people depending on its size.

The flat iron steak is produced by seaming the whole oyster blade - once seamed, the flat iron steak offers excellent flavour and tenderness and suits a grill, bbq and stir fry.

There are several skirts located throughout the beef carcase, all offering great flavours and tenderness. These popular steaks suit a variety of cuisines in particular Mexican, Spanish and Asian.

FLANK

STRIPLOIN

TENDERLOIN

The beef flank is a thin, coarse grained abdominal muscle with very little fat.

Seasoned well and cooked quickly on the grill, this steak has a great beefy flavour and texture.

The striploin is the larger muscle on the T-bone steak. Roast whole, grill, pan fry, stir fry or bbq, this steak is known for its versatility in many dishes.

Tender and juicy, this steak can be eaten raw in beef tartar or carpaccio and is a very popular steak for pan fry, grilling, roasting whole, stir fry or thin sliced.

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Australian beef ribeye with almond tahini SERVES: 2 | PREP TIME: 25 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 35 MINUTES

Ingredients

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2x300g Australian beef ribeye 2 tsp Tamarind paste 75g White bread 1/4 tsp Cumin powder 1/4 tsp Coriander powder 1/4 tsp Fennel seeds 2 tsp Sunflower oil 1 Lemon 90g Almonds 3cm Piece of ginger, crushed 1/4 tsp Dried chilli flakes 2 tbsp White vinegar 1/2 cup Whole milk Salt to taste 4 Garlic cloves 1/4 tsp Cardamom 1/4 tsp Black peppercorns 2tbsp Tahini 75ml Olive Oil

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Method 01 Brush the ribeyes with olive oil on a plate. Sprinkle ¾ teaspoon salt over the meat.

Place a grill pan on high heat, once hot, add the meat. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, turning once, until cooked through.

02 In a bowl, break the bread into pieces, pour over the milk and set aside for half an hour.

03 To make the almond tahini, blend coriander powder, almonds, ginger, sunflower oil, cumin powder, fennel seeds, tamarind paste, 4 garlic cloves, cardamom, chili flakes, peppercorns, 1 tsp lemon juice, vinegar and tahini until a paste is formed. Then, add this paste to the bread mixture.

04 Cut steak into smaller pieces and plate on a bed of almond tahini. Serve immediately.

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One pot lamb and lentil soup SERVES: 1 (WITH 3 LOTS TO FREEZE) | PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 30 MINUTES

Ingredients 300g Australian lamb loin, cubed 2 Onions, finely chopped 2 cups Yellow lentils 3 Carrots, peeled and finely chopped 2 Celery stalks, finely chopped 1 Red and green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 tsp Cumin Black Pepper Salt to taste Olive oil Fresh mint leaves, to garnish

Method 01 Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the lamb cubes and brown on all sides for about 3 minutes each side.

02 Add the onions, carrots, bell peppers, celery and cumin and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

03 Stir in the lentils and 2 cups of water. Sprinkle with pepper and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lentils are tender but not quite done, stirring occasionally.

Depending on the type and freshness of the lentils, this will take about 20 to 30 minutes.

04 Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.

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HIGH STEAKS True Aussie shares its quick tips to making the perfect steak Only even steaks will do. Make sure your steak is even-shaped throughout.

For beef steaks, a minimum of 21 mm thickness is required.

For lamb steaks, a minimum of 15

mm thickness is required.

For frozen meat, complete the defrosting in the fridge. Take it out a good 10 minutes before the cooking starts.

Remember, pat-dry the meat

before cooking begins.

For pan-cooking, use heavy-based pans.

Use salt and pepper to lightly season your steaks.

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Classic Australian beef roast with vegetables SERVES: 4 TO 6 PEOPLE | PREP TIME: 15 MINS | COOK TIME: 1 HOUR

Ingredients 1.5kg Australian beef tenderloin ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce 4 tsp Paprika 1 cup Beef stock 4-6 Garlic cloves, whole 2 cups Baby carrots 2 cups Baby potatoes 2 Celery stalks 2 cups Broccoli 2 cups Shallots 2-3 Sprigs of thyme Olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste

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Method

Chef Khawla Alsaib A TV star, made famous on MBC’s Top Chef, Chef Khawla now works as an Executive Chef and as a consultant of Arab cuisine, primarily in the Gulf and Europe.

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01 Remove the beef from the fridge 30 minutes before you want to cook it, to let it come up to room temperature.

02 Pre-heat oven to 180°C. 03 Heat a large pot over medium-high heat.Drizzle the beef with olive oil and season well with salt, pepper and paprika, then rub all over the meat. Place beef in the pot. Brown all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from pot and set aside.

04 In the same pot, heat olive oil. Add all the vegetables, except the garlic, then sauté over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes. Next, add garlic cloves, salt, pepper and paprika and stir to combine.

05 Next, place the beef in the middle of a baking dish and the cooked vegetables around it. Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and beef stock. Finally, add sprigs of thyme on top.

06 Place in oven and roast for 1 to 1.5 hours depending on desired rarity or until beef and vegetables are tender.

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Australian lamb meatballs in tomato sauce with zucchini noodles SERVES: 3 PEOPLE | PREP TIME: 45 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 40 MINUTES

Ingredients For the noodles 5 medium Zucchini 1 tsp Italian herbs For the lamb 500g Australian lamb mince 1 tsp Cumin powder 1 tsp Italian herbs 1 tsp Garlic 2 tsp Parmesan cheese 1/4 White onion, chopped 1 Egg 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN Turn a chore into a fun way to spend time with your children, teaching them basic cooking skills. They’ll learn new words (slice, dice, whisk, peel and grate), get to practice maths measuring ingredients, while contributing to the family meal and experiencing new cultures and cuisine.

For the tomato sauce 1 can Chopped tomatoes 1 tsp Cumin powder 2 tsp Italian herbs 1/4 cup White onion, chopped 2 tsp Parmesan cheese For garnish Parsley, chopped Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper, to taste

TOP TIPS FOR BINDING MINCE • Use a little water or a mix of milk and bread to moisten and bind your mince • Shape mixture with wet hands for a less sticky result • Form shape loosely – you want it to hold together without compressing it

Method 01 Combine the lamb mince, cumin, Italian herbs, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, onion, and garlic together. Stir in egg and breadcrumbs until just combined. Do not overmix. Using wet hands, form into round 1.5cm meatballs. Then, place in the fridge.

02 After 10 to 15 minutes, remove meatballs from the fridge. Heat olive oil in a pan over mediumheat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, browning on all sides.

03 For the tomato sauce, heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Add chopped tomatoes and quarter a cup of water and stir well. Then add cumin, Parmesan cheese and season with Italian herbs, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer gently until sauce thickens about 20 minutes.

04 To make the Zucchini noodles or zoodles, spiralize zucchini using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler into zoodles. To cook, add zucchini to a pan over medium-high heat. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes or slightly softened but still tender. Do not overcook. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.

05 Transfer to a plate and spoon sauce and meatballs over zucchini noodles. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese.

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I F TA R AT HOME Whilst the central elements of Ramadan stay the same — there’s no doubt that the experience of the Holy Month will feel a little different this year. Thankfully restaurants, cafes and hotels are embracing the new norm and offering its specialities to enjoy at home. Read on for some iftar delivery inspiration...

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DUBAI IFTARS Bulgari Resort Dubai Luxe resort Bulgari is offering a premium iftar delivery services to bring the Ramadan experience to your door.

Priced at Dhs275 per person, including delivery, two or more people can enjoy an Iftar hamper. The box includes traditional dishes such as slow cooked lamb shoulder and Umm Ali, as well as Italian classics including eggplant parmigiana and tiramisu. a Available until May 23, (order 24 hours in advance).

Tel: (04) 7775433 or email dine@bulgarihotels.com. bulgarihotels.com

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Vietnamese Foodies Vietnamese Foodies launches PHOnomenal – a four-course meal for just Dhs99 per person. The menu includes a starter, soup, salad and a main with each course.

Try tom chiendua (crispy coconut prawns with sweet chilli sauce), pho bochin (beef brisket) bo xao hung que (beef stir fry with capsicum and basil) and more. a Available until May 23, 5pm to 10pm. Tel: (04) 5656088, via Deliveroo, Zomato, or Uber Eats. vietnamesefoodies.com Vietnamese Foodies

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Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates Kempinski’s Olea’s Kitchen is offering a traditional Levantine iftar this Ramadan. With two exclusive packages available, diners can order a delivery for two, priced at Dhs400. Or for big families the second package feeds between seven and nine diners, priced at Dhs2,900.

The packages include a date selection, cold and hot mezze, Ramadan juices, main course dish and a variety of desserts. a Available until May 23 (order 24 hours in advance on weekdays and 72 hours before for Fridays) via Deliveroo. Tel: (055) 9529870. kempinski.com

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Couqley The French bistro is offering a two-course iftar meal for Dh139. Choose between starters such as lentil soup and goat cheese salad and main courses including steak frites, free-range chicken and lamb shank. a Available on Deliveroo. couqley.ae

COYA Dubai Peruvian restaurant, COYA is serving up a special iftar menu for Dhs230, with shared signature dishes including soup, salads and grilled meats.

Choose from options such as wild mushroom ceviche,

stir-fried quinoa and kale and cucumber salad. For mains, you can pick corn-fed chicken, beef ribs and more. End your meal with sukkari dates, edamame or pistachio puff pastry. Order at least two hours in advance. a Available until May 23, 7.30pm to 10.30pm. Tel: (04) 3169600, via Deliveroo. coyarestaurant.com

London Dairy Cafe Order a regular set menu for Dhs69 from London Dairy Cafe, which includes a soup of the day and main course.

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menu, which includes a starter of fried calamari or chicken tenders, and for mains there’s pizzas, pastas and burgers to choose from. Both menus include a brownie or tiramisu plus dates. You’ll also get a freshly squeezed orange juice, Americano or tea. a Available until May 23, 4pm to 10pm via available on Deliveroo and Chatfood. londondairycafe.com

Taj Dubai Taj Dubai is offering two special set menus this Ramadan, each with unique cuisine. The Indo-Emirati menu features dishes such as koftak samak (fish cake with Indian spices) and thareed dyay (Emirati home style chicken curry). For dessert, there’s luqaimat served with date syrup and a rice ice cream. An alternative menu features dishes from the Far East, including Thai red curry and chicken manchurian, with chocolate cake or mango and sago panna cotta to end your meal. Both menus come with a selection of dates, cut fruits and laban. a Available from noon onwards via on Zomato, Talabat, Deliveroo. tajhotels. com

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Dish The catering and events company is offering a unique fusion menu with a wide selection of starters, main courses and desserts. Enjoy a slow braised spiced lamb shoulder, marinated chicken wrapped in knafeh and a mango chili relish, or a cardamom and vanilla poached salmon. Vegan options include roast baby zucchini, roast beetroot hummus and more. A special kid’s meal is available featuring chicken kofta with yellow rice, while dessert is vanilla, chocolate and strawberry ice cream with sprinkles. The delivery

JW Marriott Marquis Dubai costs Dhs200 per person for a minimum of four guests. a Available until May 23.

Orders must be made 24 hours in advance. Tel: (04) 056128 3247, dish.ae/Ramadan-nights

Reif Kushiyaki Iftar with an Asian twist courtesy of Reif Othman includes lentils with miso, kibbeh nayyeh and pesto, chili barley miso chicken with rice, sea bream and crispy potato with tomato relish and milk date shuffle. The set menu costs Dhs90 per person with a minimum of two people per order. a Available until May 23 via Chatfood. Tel: (050) 2357071. reifkushiyaki.com 36_What’sOn

This Ramadan, break your fast with a delicious iftar at home prepared by JW Marriott Marquis Dubai’s team of creative chefs. The carefully crafted iftar feast includes a variety of Arabic favourites, including traditional hot and cold mezzes, kebabs and much more. Iftar packages cost Dhs650 for four people and Dhs150 for each additional person. Guests will need to pick up their iftar from La Farine restaurant and orders must be placed 48 hours in advance. a Available until May 23 and must be collected from La Farine. Tel: (04) 4140000. jwmarriottmarquisdubailife.com

a Available until May 23.

Tel: (02) 502 4999 or place your orders at dining.bab@ fairmont.com

Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi A special iftar menu curated

by Chef Abu Halaband which can be enjoyed at home for just Dhs95 per person. The menu includes traditional favourites from Al Shorfa Lounge. Head to the website for the daily changing menu. You can also order cold and hot mezze for an additional Dhs25 per dish.

Get them to deliver to you for a minimum order for Dhs200, or opt for takeaway. a Available until May 23. Tel: (02) 6979027. rotanatimes. com/beachrotana

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ABU DHABI IFTARS COYA Abu Dhabi Break fast with a Dhs199 set menu from COYA Abu Dhabi featuring authentic dishes from Peru. Pick from one of two soups from the set menu before tucking into five sharing appetisers that include langostino tigre (tiger prawn with ajipanca and chives) and papa y pollo (grill chicken with bell peper, huayro potato and botija olive). For mains, you have the difficult choice of picking from items ranging from beef ribs to Chilean sea bass and more. End your

meal on a sweet note with a dish called tortell de nata maracuya – a passion fruit cremeux puff pastry with coconut ice cream, kanafeh and pistachios. a Available until May 23 (orders must be made two hours prior) via Deliveroo. Tel: (02) 3067000. coyarestaurant.com

Rosewood Abu Dhabi Rosewood Abu Dhabi will deliver an iftar meal to your door for Dhs199 for two people. The menu features dishes such as lamb harira soup, hot and cold Arabic mezze while your main courses includes Lebanese stuffed zucchini and stuffed grape leaves, plus chicken biryani and vegetable stew. To end the meal, there’s strawberry tartlet

and hazelnut cake. a Available until May 23 via

Deliveroo. rosewoodhotels.com

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Enjoy traditional iftar from the Lobby Lounge with a menu featuring hot and cold mezze, lamb ouzi and more delivered to your home. There are five iftar set menus you can pick from, each priced at Dhs175.

Your order will include a Ramadan juice, dried fruits, cold and hot mezze, bread, a soup, an Arabic main course and dessert. If you have a big family, opt for the ouzi menu for Dhs1,499, which is good for groups of up to eight. You will receive premium dates, fruits, a selection of hot and cold mezze and roasted whole lamb ouzi with rice.

Check out the hotel’s daily selection of soups, salads, main courses, desserts and Ramadan juices available for iftar takeaway for just Dhs80 per person, or Dhs280 for four people. Orders must be placed two hours in advance and can be collected from the hotel lobby between 4pm and 7pm. a Available until May 23.

Tel: (050) 8983698. accor.com

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PUB QUIZ

Where to test your self-isolation brainpower in an online quiz

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f you feel your sharp mind is losing its edge, what you need is a good pub quiz.

Luckily, a host of restaurants around the UAE are taking their weekly trivia sessions online, providing live streamed and interactive quizzes across their social media platforms.

Here’s a few to slot into your week.

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Reform Social Grill Every Friday, Reform Social & Grill will be hosting a virtual pub quiz to keep you entertained. Prizes include free entry to Publique restaurant’s Wednesday evening quiz, including food delivery, Ultra Brasseries two-day meal plan and a Reform Social & Grill’s English breakfast.

Throughout the two-hour session teams will be challenged with general knowledge questions and interactive rounds, including quizmaster Aylissa’s favourite ‘guess this tune’ round. To take part, all you need to do is gather your household quaranteam and register by 5pm the previous Thursday – spaces are limited and secured on a first-comefirst-served basis. Reform will send a traditional roast dinner to your door, priced at Dhs190 for teams of two or Dhs280 for four. a Every Friday, from sunset, Dhs190 for two or Dhs280 for four. Tel: (04) 454 2638. @ reformdubai

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Publique Publique’s hugely popular ‘90’s sitcom’ quiz is back with a virtual version every Wednesday night from 8pm throughout May. You’ll get a French-inspired platter delivered to your door in time for the quiz, packed with cold cuts, cheese, crackers, spreads and lots more, or you can request either the classic cheese or chocolate fondue. Think you know why Ross and Rachel were on a break or Chandler Bing’s job? Time to put it to the test. Don’t forget, you need to register

by Tuesday before each Wednesday quiz. a Every Wednesday 8pm, Dhs80 for one, Dhs160 for two, Dhs300 for four. Tel: (04) 454 2638. facebook.com/publiquedubai

Every Monday, Bidi Bondi is hosting a free pub quiz live with Ross Talks. The quiz takes place at 8pm on Zoom and be limited to 100 teams. The quiz will also be streamed on FB Live, so if you miss out on Zoom, you can play along and be entertained, but the actual game will only be played on ZOOM. To sign up, go to bidibondi.com and “book a table” with the message “quiz code”, and the team will send a code on Monday afternoon.There will be some new rules and bonus points for best dressed plus a few other live fun games to join in on. a Every Monday 8pm, free. bidibondi.com

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Stars ‘N’ Bars Abu Dhabi The Yas Island watering hole has moved its popular weekly quiz night online.

The virtual version of the weekly quiz event will take place on Monday nights at 8pm hosted live via Zoom. a Every Monday, free. facebook.com/StarsNBarsAbuDhabi

Irish haunt McGettigan’s is hosting a free ‘Quarantine Quiz’ every Tuesday from 8pm. Quiz master Jono will host the weekly event, which quizzers can join online via myquiz.org. There’s a maximum entry of 100 teams at one time, so you’ll need to register on the McGettigan’s facebook page beforehand. The quiz will be held on a live video on Facebook, so even if you don’t want to get competitive you can still watch all the action unfold.

Post-isolation prizes include a hotel stay, brunch and dinner for four. a Every Tuesday 8pm, free. facebook.com/ McGettigansJLT What’sOn_39

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QUIZ NIGHT

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ROUND 1

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE 1) Sanna Marin captured worldwide attention last year when she was appointed to which job at the age of just 34? [1pt]

2) An autobiography by Phil Knight entitled, Shoe Dog, was an award-winning memoir by the creator of which major US sports brand? [1pt]

3) Which name comes next in this illustrious list: Baldwin, Chamberlain, Churchill, Attlee, ….? [1pt]

4) Shawn Corey Carter is the real name of which now retired legendary New York rapper [1pt]

5) What does the The Beaufort Scale measure? [1pt]

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’90s MOVIE SONGS 1) Which song from Titanic won the 1998 Academy Award for Best Original Song? [1pt]

2) What was the Ronan Keating song called in Notting Hill? [1pt]

3) Name the film associated with R Kelly’s hit song, I believe I can fly. [1pt]

4) Who sang the lead song, Lovefool, in Baz Luhrman’s Romeo and Juliet?

[1pt]

5) Name the film where Aerosmith didn’t want to miss a thing. [1pt]

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TV & FILM 1) Which TV show was the first ever Netflix Originals in 2013?

[1pt]

2) What is the name of the company run by David Brent in BBC hit comedy The Office? [1pt]

3) Complete the quartet: Kenny, Kyle, Stan and?

[1pt]

4) Which film did Leo DiCaprio receive his FIRST Oscar nomination, for Best Supporting Actor, in 1994? [1pt]

5) After crash-landing, ET befriends a young boy who ultimately reconnects him with his extra-terrestrial family. What is that boy’s name? [1pt]

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ROUND 4

GEOGRAPHY 1) The iconic Grand Canyon, carved out by the Colorado River, is bordered by which three states? [3pts]

ROUND 5 2) In which country would you find Death Road, so named because of its perilous 69km winding roads and sheer cliff drops at every turn? [1pt]

3) Little Mermaid, Nyhavn and Carslberg Museum are all landmarks in which European city? [1pt]

4) Luzon, Mindanao, Palawan, Mactan and Siargao are all popular islands in which country? [1pt]

SPORT 1) The Fittest On Earth is a documentary about which sport’s world championships? [1pt]

2) The longest standing athletics world record has been held by Czech woman Jarmila Kratochvílová since 1983, with a time of 1:53.28. What is the event?

[1pt]

5) In Eastern Europe, which of these capital cities is the most Northern? Is it Riga, Vilnius, Tallinn, Minsk? [1pt]

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3) Which female sports star was implicated in the 1994 physical attack on her rival Nancy Kerrigan? [1pt]

4) Kelly Slater, Layne Beachley and Stephanie Gilmore are all the most famous proponents of which watersport? [1pt]

5) In 2017, a sporting event between ‘The Notorious’ and ‘Money’ reportedly earned the participants $275m and $85m respectively. What was the event? [1pt]

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1) What’s On launched as a magazine in 1979, promoting all the happenings in two UAE cities.

Can you name them? [2pts]

2) The tallest hotel in the world is located along Sheikh Zayed Road. But what is its name? [1pt]

3) There are five official border crossings between the UAE and Oman. Can you name three of them? [3pts]

4) Which iconic location connects these famous sports stars: Andre Agassi, David Coulthard, Anthony Joshua and ShiWen Liu? [1pt]

5) There were six emirates represented at the official unification ceremony for the UAE in 1971. Who was missing [1pt]

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QUARANTINE QUIZ NAME SUGGESTIONS 01 Flu Flighters

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CHEER UP! Have friends around the city who are feeling a little low right now? These cool gifts might just help perk them up…

Pay a celebrity to send a personalised shout out to your mate Ever heard of cameo.com?

The concept is simple. Search the site; pay a famous face – a genuine megastar such as Dick Van Dyke or a cult figure from a favourite reality show (hello, Jerry from Cheer!) to send a personal message to you or a friend. If that doesn’t give them a little giggle we don’t know what will. Intrigued, we gave it a go for you. It sort of works. Thanks Fred Stoller.

Not bad for only Dhs18… q cameo.com

Order a plant delivery from Dubai Garden Centre Flowers are always a classic route to take when trying to make someone’s day, but houseplants make for a lovely surprise as well. Many of us are finding ourselves craving the outdoors more than ever, and a plant pot delivery can help them stay connected to nature while also staying inside. q dubaigardencentre.ae 46_What’sOn

Check out Unwind’s selection of puzzles Order puzzles for your friend and complete it over video calls, or buy two of the same and race to see who finishes first. Board games from Unwind will be delivered within 48 hours, with a delivery charge of Dhs20 within Dubai. To place orders, call at 0564040019. q unwinddubai.com

CHEER UP!

Build Dubai from Lego If you can’t get out to see Dubai’s cityscape, bring the cityscape into your home. Send a mate a Lego set. They’ll be entertained for hours. q noon.com

Surprise them with a fine-dining food delivery Sure, he/she could just pick up the phone, click on an app and order a delivery themselves, but what about surprising them with a little gourmet food delivery? An order from Coya perhaps? Or Nobu? How about a little French flair from the legendary LPM Restaurant & Bar? Just imagine their little faces as they chomp down on a lamb chop from LPM while they watch Ozark in their PJs. q WhatsOn.ae for a full list of fine dining deliveries

Send some customised miniature cupcakes Send them the most beautiful bouquet from Florette

Send them a yogi hamper

Support a local business while perking up a friend – that’s the kind of two-birds we like. Local e-florist Florette is back in action after a two-week hiatus and delivering beautiful bouquets in the Dubai area. Visit the website, click on market flowers and browse. q florette.ae

Why not gift the goodness of health and wellbeing? Order your pal a pretty yoga mat with a new top or leggings to workout in. Local e-boutique yApparel still have Rumi mats in stock. q yapparel.com

Talk about a unique gift – this little box of bitesize cupcakes can be personalised for your pals in isolation. With delicious mini cakes named Fudge Judy and Oreona Grande, they’ll be beside themselves. They’ve just launched a new version with an apt ‘Stay Home’ sleeve, too.

Order a box now for Dhs125 for 25 bitesize cupcakes. q @sugargram_me What’sOn_47

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Can this multi-winning restaurant replicate the fine-dining experience at home? ow that we’ve reached a point when we’re struggling to remember the last time we went to an actual restaurant, the novelty of self-quarantine is wearing thin. We miss all of the great points about heading out for dinner: the atmosphere, the service, but most importantly, the food.

The launch of several fine-dining restaurants’ delivery service was music to our ears. The fact that we can enjoy all of our favourite posh dishes from our sofa is something to behold, but can you replicate the fine-dining experience at home?

One experiment we couldn’t wait to test out was LPM. DIFC’s long-standing popular French Mediterranean restaurant launched its home delivery service via Deliveroo last month.

The first thing that tells you this is no ordinary food delivery, are the stunning customised canvas bags which are presented at the door. Each one has a unique painted design, and can be reused for stylish food shopping in the future.

An accompanying note offers a curated Spotify playlist, offering a 1.15pm or 7pm soundtrack, which perfectly sets the mood of our meal.

Classic French songs mentally transport us out of our living room and onto the Côte d’Azur.

Whoever said ‘good things come in small packages’ must’ve been talking about LPM’s mini baguettes. Each cob comes wrapped in brown paper and neatly tied with care.

Sheer drawstring bags hold lemon, tomato and oil, with a note encouraging diners to create their own salad.

Just as it is in the restaurant, the gratin dauphinois (Dhs56) is our favourite dish at home too. The creamy, cheese infused slices of potato is the ultimate comfort

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food to see us through the current challenging times.

A special mention must also go to the buratta et tomates (Dhs120), which travels well across town to offer an experience similar to that in DIFC. The outer seal of cheese is firm and bouncy, while the middle melts in the mouth, complimented by fresh and fruity cherry tomatoes.

From the selection of fish available, we opt for the bar du chili grillé (Dhs305).

Chilean bass is grilled, offering maximum flavour and doused in oil which locks in the filet’s moisture.

Mini mocktails (from Dhs38) come in small glass bottles, complete with ice and garnish, ready to be shaken or stirred, depending on instructions.

To finish off with a sweet treat, we recommend the barre de chocolat au café (Dhs70). An indulgent slice of coffee and chocolate topped with popcorn, nuts and

biscuit pieces which is neither too rich nor overpowering. Just the right amount of reward while you relax in front of your Netflix binge-athon.

As much as we wish we could enjoy the lively atmosphere of this iconic restaurant, having the experience brought to our door is the next best thing. a LPM on Deliveroo, deliveroo.ae/lpmdubai

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MEET THE CHEF

CHRIS LESTER

If there’s quite a few of you in your household, BBQ Box has you covered. Its BBQ sets will cater to the hungriest of crowds, delivering six, 12 or even 18 burgers, ready to grill or BBQ. You’ll also receive soft potato buns, lettuce, onions and a selection of sauces. a BBQ Box, from Dhs205. bbqbox.ae

Executive Chef, Caesars Bluewaters Dubai I became a chef by default.

When I was nine, I was visiting my godparent’s hotel in Scotland. I was pretty rebellious so I was sent to the hotel kitchen to peel potatoes. As luck would have it what was meant to be a punishment became my biggest passion.

Hoping to land my first job, I sent 52 letters to hotels around London. It was my boss at my parttime restaurant job during my catering college years that encouraged me to head for London. I eventually landed a three-year apprenticeship with Browns Hotel and the rest is history.

Having been here 17 years, I can say firsthand the restaurant scene here has changed drastically. Dubai has now reached a world-class level standard, thanks to having better produce and better talent, both celebrity and homegrown chefs.

Ever since I started worked 16 to 18 hours daily in London, I found myself turning to Cornflakes. A bit absurd, I know, but it really goes with anything!

It’s just a matter of time before we reach Michelin-star level. I’ve experienced many Michelin restaurants in my life, and I can hand on heart say that our food and drink offering is truly legendary. The UAE is a transitional place and that’s the only reason I think it’s more challenging to reach that Michelin status. a Caesars Bluewaters Dubai. Tel: (04) 5566666. caesars.com/dubai

BBQ IN A BOX

Here’s how to have some flaming fun at home

02 Couqley

The popular French bistro is giving you all the tools to eat well at home with their ready-to-BBQ burger set. You’ll be sent everything you need, from soft potato buns to beef patties, cheddar cheese, onions, sliced tomatoes, sauces and French fries to recreate the magic at home. If you’re feeling a little fancy, add truffle potato puree for an extra Dhs27. a Couqley, Dhs78 for two. couqley.ae

03 Salt For those in the know, Salt burgers have long established themselves as some of the best in the UAE. Now the team is delivering the kits to make your own Salt burger at home.

It includes wagyu beef patties, buns, lettuce, cheese, jalapenos, pickles, chopped onions, tomato slices, salt, pepper and three sauces. a Salt, 10 patties Dhs210, 20 patties Dhs375. zomato.com

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COYA DUBAI

Does the mod-Peruvian menu stand up to the trip across town? e have to hand it to the Dubai restaurant scene. Rather than close completely following the announcement that all restaurants must temporarily shut their doors, many of our beloved eateries have jumped headfirst into the delivery game.

But just how do these fine-dining dishes cope when they’re travelling considerable distances across Dubai?

Well, in the case of Coya’s new Coya 2 U home-delivery menu, the answer is well.

Very well indeed.

For those of you who are already fans of Coya’s modern Peruvian fare, you’ll be delighted to learn that many of the restaurant’s Latin American staples have made it onto the abbreviated menu.

As a bonus, when you order home delivery from Coya Dubai, they’re throwing in a free serve of DIY guacamole, complete with avocado, chopped chilli, diced onion, lime juice and aji amarillo,

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Peru’s bright-yellow pepper paste.

After we’ve mixed and mashed our guac, we share a selection of appetisers, including trio de maiz (Josper-grilled corn salad, Dhs 54), kale and manchego salad (Dhs54), pollo anticucho (chicken skewers, Dhs50), camarones con quinoa (stir-fried prawns with quinoa, Dhs66), and empanadas de beuy (spiced oxtail pastries, Dhs68).

Main courses feature the outstanding arroz nikkei (flakey Chilean seabass on risotto-style rice with lime and chilli, Dhs186), and the impossibly tender lomo de res beef fillet (Dhs222).

To complete the meal, we share sides of patatas bravas (Dhs36) and chargrilled broccoli (Dhs36), followed by desserts of orange churros with chocolate-caramel

sauce (Dhs40), and buttery little alfajores biscuits sandwiching dulce de leche caramel (Dhs22).

Considering the meal has made its way from Jumeirah 2 to our home in JBR, the temperature, quality and presentation of Coya’s home delivery is faultless.

Understandably, some Coya signatures aren’t up to the task, so you’ll have to wait for your next fix of tacos or ceviche until the restaurant reopens.

Until then, fire up the Coya at Home soundtrack and host your own brunch for two or indulgent date night at home. a Coya 2 U delivery from Coya Dubai, Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah 2. Tel: +971 (0)4 3169600. coyarestaurant.com/dubaifood-delivery/

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NOBU

Does the iconic miso cod last the distance? ne of Dubai – and the world’s – most recognisable restaurant brands, Nobu has achieved the kind of singlenamed stardom usually reserved for music and sports royalty.

You don’t reach such lofty heights without sweating the small stuff – and the Nobu home delivery service is no different.

Nobu’s Dubai restaurant, at Atlantis, The Palm, is one of a number of local fine-dining restaurants that have made the transition to delivery, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

It can’t have been an easy feat to pivot from handcrafted ceramics and lacquered chopsticks to disposable plastic and bamboo versions, but the team has done a commendable effort of upholding the quality.

The care in plating and presentation is evident. Each tiny pot of accompanying sauce or garnish has been painstakingly labelled – the names and instructions printed on small squares of paper, then taped to the lids.

This meticulous, hands-on approach goes some ways to explaining the lengthy delivery time, which clocks in at about 90 minutes from placing the order to receiving it in JBR.

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Some dishes have survived the journey from Palm Jumeirah better than others.

The shrimp tempura sushi roll with asparagus (Dhs75) is in fine form, and up to the standard you’d expect if you dined in. So too are the hot mains, particularly the salmon teriyaki (Dhs159) and chicken anticucho (Dhs169), which arrive warm, tender and crunchy in all the right places.

The star on Nobu’s Japanese-Peruvian menu is undoubtedly the black cod miso (Dhs239). In situ, it is a thing of beauty: the firm white fish charred and sticky at the edges, with a luscious fatty richness inside. Unfortunately, it doesn’t reach such lusty heights when it’s had to travel on the back of a motorbike – tasty yes, but the textures lack the nuance of the fresh-fromthe-kitchen version.

The salmon tacos (Dhs40 each) with

spicy mayonnaise divided the table, with some finding the raw salmon filling too warm, and others proclaiming it dish of the night.

There’s no such debate when it comes to dessert. And although the Nobu cheesecake (Dhs75) looks a little crestfallen after its journey, once the accompanying tubs of berry sauce and buttery crumble are added, all is forgiven.

The cheesecake walks a tightrope between light and indulgent, crunchy and creamy, with a hint of salt in the biscuit base to balance the delicate sweetness.

Before you balk at the prices, it’s worth noting Nobu is offering 30 per cent off its delivery menu. Even with the discount it’s still expensive, but not prohibitively so.

Save this one for a date night at home. a Nobu delivery, Atlantis, The Palm.

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Five creative online classes to try this month

01 Artwork prompts from The Jam Jar The Alserkal Avenue community space and unofficial kings of creativity has launched a series of online art prompts from its Instagram accounts.

Appearing twice a week (currently every Saturday and Monday at 11) art tutors give virtual demonstrations on how to create a simple artwork, using easy-topurchase materials. Past prompts have included how to make homemade clay and how to paint pantry items. q @thejamjardubai 56_What’s On

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Improv online course with Courtyard Playhouse

Maraya Art Centre has launched a competition where participants are required to re-evaluate the meaning of home through their own photographs. Use the hashtag #TPICH_UAE on Instagram on your posts to stand a chance of winning a camera, a digital photo frame or a photo book. Enter before May 31. q maraya.ae

04 Art classes with artist Jessica Watson Thorp

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Improv Online is taught by professional instructors and takes you through the fundamentals of improv, all the way from practicing the exercises with your fellow classmates, to doing your own improvised scenes.

Typically, the course takes place over a six-week period, however there is no set log in time for the online classes, so you can complete the course at your own speed.

As part of the package you’ll receive eight high resolution videos of your instructors covering the curriculum, one practice lesson with fellow classmates, as well as two 30-minute one-onone’s with your instructor, plus a range of other helpful resources. Courses cost Dhs1,115 and Dhs558 for additional participants. q courtyardplayhouse.com What’s On_57

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We heart the UAE What’s On asks a few key figures within the UAE’s cultural sphere to name some of their favourite places 01. Celina Teague, visual artist Favourite spot: Showcase Gallery I came across Showcase Gallery when I was looking for frames for my artworks.

Not only do Showcase produce quality frames on site but they have a great exhibition schedule featuring artists from all over the world. The gallery also has a focus on African art, which often brings a dose of colour. q showcaseuae.com

02. Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Minister of State UAE Government Favourite spot: Gallery Fann A Porter at The Workshop Whenever I am in Dubai looking for a retreat to drink a good espresso and admire art in a calm atmosphere, I turn to Gallery Fann A Porter located at The Workshop. An art gallery, a beautiful garden, a cafe with healthy food, a space for collaboration and creativity, and most importantly a place with knowledgable staff, The Workshop is a multi-concept space that has a lot to offer. It is truly one-of-a-kind. q fannaporter.com

04. Sharon Harvey, founder of Showcase Gallery Favourite spot: Gulf Photo Plus (GPP) GPP is my neighbouring gallery in Alserkal Avenue and it is a fantastic part of the arts and culture scene in Dubai. They host thought-provoking exhibitions of quality photographic art and are also a community hub, putting on workshops, masterclasses and offering the chance for amateur photographers to develop their skills.

The welcoming atmosphere is another plus – if you haven’t been yet, consider it a must. q gulfphotoplus.com

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03. Wol Balston, PR executive Favourite spot: Coins of Islam: History Revealed Whilst the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is closed, do make try and make a beeline to the Visitor Centre when it reopens.

There you can catch an extraordinary exhibition titled ‘Coins of Islam: History Revealed’. It displays what can be considered one of the world’s most significant collections of Arab and Islamic coinage ever assembled and offers often surprising perspectives on history. q szgmb.gov.ae/en 58_What’s On

05. Jolaine Frizzell, art consultant Favourite spot: Jean-Paul Najar Foundation Every exhibition at this foundation is food for thought. The programming is also first class. The most recent exhibition Building Bauhaus was accompanied by a reading group led by Kevin Jones of Juniper Mind to unpack a text about Bauhaus and architecture in Tel Aviv and Jaffa. There are few intellectuals in our region who can get

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06. Mona Hauser, founder of XVA Gallery Favourite spot: Dubai Opera I simply adore being in the magnificent space of Dubai Opera. It is an architectural gem and the design of it is like an artwork itself. The programme is also richly varied, giving me many occasions to visit and lap up the atmosphere of creativity and inspiration. q dubaiopera.com

07. Rose Balston, art historian Favourite spot: XVA Gallery The XVA Gallery is one of the most special places in Dubai. Whenever I

go, I feel my shoulders drop. Not only is it a beautiful and intimate space with a delicious cafe serving healthy, homecooked food but the exhibitions are always stimulating. The team working there are so warm and welcoming; it is like going to a second home. I have personally presented my art history course at the gallery and it is certainly my go-to place for peace, quiet and inspiration. q xvagallery.com

08. Anna Seaman, What’s On culture writer Favourite spot: The Courtyard Playhouse Tucked away close to Alserkal Avenue, in the wonderful alleyway of The Courtyard and up an impossibly steep flight of stairs is The Courtyard

Playhouse, where a small, dedicated troupe of actors delight and entertain.

Their improv sessions on a Friday morning have often brought my kids joy and I love the fact that this familyrun business has direct access to the audience. They even foster cats and try to find them homes. This is an underrated gem. q courtyardplayhouse.com

09. Amal Al Gurg, visual artist Favourite spot: Tashkeel Studio Hub Tashkeel is one of my favourite places in Dubai. There is no place like it. It offers both practical and moral support to emerging artists like myself but it is also a wonderful community spot with great exhibitions, workshops, events and space just to hang out with friends. q tashkeel.org What’s On_59

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Every day I’m puzzlin’ Fancy testing your grey matter? We’ve launched a daily giveaway on @whatsondubai to give you the chance to win Dhs450 worth of goodies. To prepare, here’s a look at the past puzzles our followers smashed last month. How well can you do?

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DOWN 2. SON NAMED BEAR (4,5) ACROSS 1. REAL NAME JOHN ROGER STEPHENS (4.6) 3. SECOND LARGEST US STATE (5) 4. “ONE, DON’T PICK UP THE PHONE” (3,4) 5. THIN GIRL WIDE (6,4) 6. WEASLEY DOPPLEGANGER (2,7)

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DOWN 2. PETULA CLARK SONG (8) 3. RECORD BREAKING ZIP LINE LOCALE (5,4) ACROSS 1. LAKES AND TRACK (2,5) 4. DATE TREE (3,4) 5. WORLD CUP NEIGHHH-BOURHOOD (6) 6. TOWER WIZ (4,7)

DOWN 1. DUBAI WORLD CUP SPORT (5,6) 3. LITTLE EMIRATE (5) 4. UAE NATIONAL ANIMAL (4) ACROSS 2. WHAT’S ON BEST RESTAURANT 2019 (4) 5. BRUNCH INSTITUTION (7) 6. WATER PARK (11) ANSWERS 1. Horse Racing. 2. Gaia. 3. Ajman. 4. Oryx.

5. Saffron. 6. Aquaventure

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ANSWERS 1. Al Qudra. 2. Downtown. 3. Jebel Jais. 4. The Palm.

5. Meydan. 6. Burj Khalifa

CULTURE

THE GREAT BIG WORD SCRAMBLE CHALLENGE

THE RULES 1. Unscramble the letters to reveal a famous UAE person, place or thing. NB: It could be more than one word.

2. List eight other words that can be created using the letters above. NB: Must be four-letter words or more.

English words only.

Scramble 1 YASSNUBBIES

Scramble 3 TRINKEPTRYAHPA

Scramble 5 REDREAMINGACL

(hint: popular Dubai neighbourhood)

(hint: popular UAE festival)

(hint: popular UAE tourist spot)

Scramble 2 BUAESILBICOUBO (hint: popular Dubai brunch)

Scramble 4 MEALIERJIOV (hint: name of a celebrity chef with restaurants in the UAE)

ANSWERS: 1. Business Bay 2. Bubbalicious 3. Party in the Park 4. Jamie Oliver 5. Miracle Garden

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THE GREAT BIG EMOJI CHALLENGE Name the UAE hotels and landmarks

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ANSWERS: 1. Address Downtown 2. Five Palm (Jumeirah) 3. City Max 4. QE2 5. La Ville City Walk 6. Dusit Thani 7. Atlantis, The Palm 8. Kempinski 9. Anantara The Palm 10. Madinat 11. Park Hyatt 12. (JW) Marriott Marquis 13. Media One

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14. Radisson Blu 15. Four Seasons 16. Dukes The Palm 17. Caesars Palace Bluewaters 18. Sofitel The Palm 19. Nikki Beach 20. Manzil Downtown 21. Mandarin Oriental 22. Armani Hotel 23. Hatta Fort Hotel 24. Lapita Hotel Dubai Parks and Resorts 25. Movenpick Hotel

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Get into the groove Add spice to your calorie burn at home with one of these wacky workouts, all available to try now

HIITasana You’ve heard of HIIT (high intensity interval training) workouts before, but what about HIITasana? Combining yoga and HIIT, HIITasana blends the calorie-busting scientific approach of upping your heart rates with the healing effects of yoga. Try this signature workout with Linda Chambers, co-founder of popular studio UnderdogBOXN. Simply sign up to a one-day subscription to all Underdog classes for just Dhs50, or try a 14-day subscription for Dhs240. q @underdogboxn

Piloxing Pilates is incorporated, but the vibe is more Zumba meets boxing. You’ll spend most of your time standing but there’s a huge emphasis on dance.

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Dance Cardio Get your heart pumping and dance yourself fit with Bodytree instructor Anissa. The 30-minute class includes plenty of high-intensity dance moves designed to make you break a sweat. Sign up to become a virtual member of the studio from just Dhs50. q @bodytreestudio.com

Q&A

Instructor and Bodytree Body Programme co-founder Anissa Lickrish tells us why it’s never too late to put your dancing shoes on

Dancefit This brilliant dance class from Underdog instructor Muhala Mtonga has become our editor’s go-to workout in isolation, and for good reason. She can’t dance. At all.

Luckily, Muhala makes the moves easy enough to follow and work up a sweat, but hard enough that you’ll be pleased no one’s watching. Simply sign up to a one-day subscription to all Underdog classes for just Dhs50, or try a 14-day subscription for Dhs240. q @underdogboxn; @its.coachmu

Belly Dancing Learn how to sway your hips and wiggle your waist in various combinations in this 35-minute belly dancing class for beginners on Fitness First UAE’s IGTV. Your friends won’t know what’s hit them on your next night out. Fitness First classes are free to join. Simply follow them on Instagram. q @fitnessfirstme

Why is dance a great way of keeping fit?

Because its fun! You get an amazing workout while moving to great music, and before you know it the class has flown by. Dance has the added bonus of keeping you mentally fit. It reduces stress and anxiety, stimulates memory (with choreography) and group classes strengthen social connections.

Is it ever too late to learn how to dance?

It’s NEVER too late! There are so many different forms of dance that there is truly something for everyone.

Whether it’s ballroom, ballet, salsa, hip-hop, high impact or low impact, dance can work for all populations at any time in our lives. Dance has been shown to increase life longevity, for so many reasons it will benefit all people of all ages.

What would you say to anyone who is scared to try something new?

Usually the fear in a dance class is that you will look silly in front of a group of strangers. The truth is everyone is afraid of looking silly, even if they’ve been dancing for years. Luckily at home, you won’t even have to worry about it! Just get into the music and let it move you.

Dance can bring so much joy, it will chase away any fears you may have.

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Virtual tours of the Seven Wonders of the World If you’re bored of lockdown trips to the Costa del Balcony, try these online hikes across the Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu in Peru and a jaw-dropping stroll around Petra

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Chichen Itza

GREAT WALL OF CHINA China The Great Wall of China is arguably one of the greatest sights in the world, not to mention the longest wall in the world. It has a total length of over 21,000km, which is half the length of the Equator. It was built to protect the Chinese Empire against enemies and invaders from the North and took more than one million workers and nine years to build. Sadly, nearly a third of the Great Wall has now disappeared due to natural erosion, damage from tourists and people stealing bricks to build houses. While you won’t be able to view the entire Great Wall of China in the virtual tour, you can get a glimpse of

what to expect when you do visit personally. q thechinaguide.com/ destination/great-wall-of-china

CHICHEN ITZA Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico Chichen Itza is an archaeological site in Yucatan and one of the most visited locations in Mexico. From its very beginning, Chichen Itza was a very important religious centre as is evident by the many large temples, elaborate burials, and many pyramids found at the site. The most famous part of Chichen Itza is El Castillo – the largest known monument to the feathered-serpent God of the Maya. Take a tour from the comfort of your sofa. q destination360.com/northamerica/mexico/chichen-itza

Great Wall of China

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TRAVEL //

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Petra

PETRA Jordan Located in Jordan amid rugged desert canyons and mountains, Petra is a honeycomb of handhewn caves, temples, and tombs.

It is known as the Rose City, because of the colour of the stone from which it is carved.

It was once a thriving trading centre and the capital of the Nabataean empire between 400 BC and AD 106. If you head to the website below, you’ll be given an audio-visual tour around the 2,000-year-old city of stone, beginning at Petra’s access point – a narrow canyon called Al Siq – to Petra’s most famous structure, the 45 metre-high temple Al Khazneh. q google.co.uk/maps/about/ behind-the-scenes/streetview/ treks/petra/

MACHU PICCHU Peru Machu Picchu, meaning ‘old mountain’ was built as a fortress city for the aristocracy of Cuzco, the capital of the Inca empire. The fortress’ location was thought to be a secret, invisible almost and only known to peasants living in the region. The site features more than 3,000 stone steps that link its many different levels. How it was built remains a mystery, as they didn’t have the assistance of animals or technology, which means everything had to be done with human strength alone. In the virtual tour, 70_What’s On

Machu Picchu

complete with audio, you given a 360-degree visual of the site’s spectacular scenery. q youvisit.com/tour/ machupicchu?pl=f

CHRIST THE REDEEMER Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Possibly one of the most well known statues in the world, Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was built as a symbol of Brazilian Christianity.

It was first suggested by a Catholic priest in 1850, but it wasn’t until 1920 that the landmark became a reality after a group petition. It took 11 years for the statue to be completed and it stands 30 metres tall. Not only will you get to see the statue on this virtual tour, you will also be able to see the breathtaking views from the summit of

Christ the Redeemer

Taj Mahal The Colosseum

Mount Corcovado, on which it is built. q youvisit.com/tour/brazil

THE COLOSSEUM Rome, Italy The Colosseum, also called the Flavian Amphitheatre, is a giant amphitheatre built in Rome under the Flavian emperors to provide a permanent, purpose-built arena to stage various forms of entertainment for the Ancient Romans. It could seat 80,000 Romans, each with an unobstructed view. In this virtual tour, shot in 4K, you will be taken on an hour- long tour across all four levels, including the arena floor and the infamous underground, the Hypogeum, and all without having to queue.

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TAJ MAHAL Agra, India Built over 350 years ago by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in honour of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is a monument known across the world for its symmetry, white marble, and the love story that brought it to life. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and a popular tourist attraction located in Agra. In the virtual tour, you’ll explore the Taj Mahal, get up close to the handcarved details, and explore expansive landscapes. q google.co.uk/maps/about/ behind-the-scenes/streetview/ treks/taj-mahal/ What’sOn_71

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ROUND 1

ROUND 3

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

TV & FILM ROUND 2

ANSWER 1. Prime Minister of Finland 2. Nike 3. Churchill 4. Jay Z 5. Wind speed

’90s MOVIE SONGS ANSWER 1. My Heart Will Go On 2. When You Say Nothing At All 3. Space Jam 4. The Cardigans 5. Armageddon

ANSWER 1. House Of Cards 2. Wernham Hogg 3. (Eric) Cartman 4. What’s Eating Gilbert Grape 5. Elliott

ROUND 4 ROUND 6

GEOGRAPHY

UAE ROUND 5

ANSWER 1. Arizona, Utah and Nevada are all correct 2. Bolivia 3. Copenhagen 4. Philippines 5. Tallinn (Estonia)

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SPORT ANSWER 1. Cross Fit Games 2. 800m. Held since 1983 3. Tonya Harding 4. Surfing 5. Mayweather Vs McGregor boxing match

ANSWER 1. Sharjah and Dubai 2. Gevora 3. Hatta, Al Ain, Kalba, Dibba and RAK are all correct 4. They have all participated in a stunt on the helipad of the Burj Al Arab 5. Ras Al Khaimah

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