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    More than twenty mouth-watering street food delights will leave you craving for more Where - Bar Baar, Hotel Majestic, Bur Dubai Speciality-   Streetside vegetarian and non-vegetarian food and drinks Average cost for a meal for two -  AED 300 Apart from many other nice things, Dubai is known for its scintillating hangouts. While most of them build upon the modern theme, there is one famous bar called Bar Baar, that bases its popularity around Indian street food served in the quintessential street style. It has recently been nominated for the ‘Best Bar Food’ at the Time out 2019 awards. And all for good reasons. With an interesting name and theme, Bar Baar never fails to enthrall with chic and vibrant interiors, that is enough to liven up the mood of the drabbest of the souls. Rugged cars and scooters converted into seats evoke a sense of nostalgia and so does the ruggedly themed table décor. The menu has been recently redesigned on the lines of

Dubai is a haven for food lovers and the good news is that the weather is still fantastic!!! So, let's make the best of it while enjoying great food. Here's a selection of five newly-opened, eclectic restaurants with great al fresco dining views and stunning ambiance- The Walnut Grove Cuisine-   Continental/International Décor-      Classy Location- Dubai Mall Views-      The eatery offers amazing views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountains from its huge outdoor terrace A chic venue that offers the option of al fresco dining and boutique dining experience. Amidst grey comfy sofas and a subtle blingy background, Walnut Grove is the perfect go-to neighbourhood spot that amazes with its vivid and inventive cuisine. A tantalizing array of international food like pasta, pizza, burgers is bound to leave you spellbound not only with great taste but superb presentation, too. An open bakery and barista are available with a wide selection of delicious cak

The blind man who leads the way Erik Weihenmayer achieved international acclaim by being the first visually-challenged man to climb Mt Everest. He now leads many others on outdoor adventures. What’s stopping you?                                                                                                                          Erik Weihenmayer was diagnosed with retinoschisis as a young child, as a result of which, he was sight impaired for most of his childhood and completely blind by the time he was 14. However, remarkably he has achieved more than most people will ever achieve, having climbed the highest mountains on seven continents, the so-called Seven Summits, authored many books and launched the “No Barriers movement” which seeks to empower sight-impaired children and adults to achieve more. An impressive CV by any standards and there’s more. This 50- year old American is a natural thrill seeker and has also kayaked the Grand Canyon and after conqueri

Aquamarine ocean views fringed by coconut palms with an occasional boat on the horizon coupled with the sweet chirping of cuckoos. Can island escapes get any better? Bandana Jain tours this southeastern delight to discover its majestic coastline, gorgeous resorts and a chilled out vacay like none other. Thailand has been a potent candidate for the finest holiday destinations in Asia. Statistics prove that catching sight of the sea is a major stress buster. With hundreds of dreamy tropical islands scattered along its extensive coastline, each one offering a tantalizing composition of turquoise water, serene beaches and a scintillating nightlife, Thailand provides a stunning holiday package. It is a stunning amalgam of excellent year-round climate, easy on the budget and diverse things-to-do list, not to forget its amazing cuisine. With gorgeous skylines, it could do well by the name ‘the land of magical sunrises and sunsets.' For most of Indian travele

Celebrity star Sunny Leone was in Dubai to launch her distinctive cosmetic range called StarStruck by Sunny Leone. Hundreds of fans waited to greet her at Dubai World Trade Centre where she inaugurated Concept Big Brands Carnival mega sale. Expressing excitement on her return to Dubai, Sunny Leone said, "Dubai is one of my most favorite places in the world and I have received so much of love from the fans here. It is an amazing feeling to launch my product here because the best of the best things are always available in Dubai.” A busy mom to twins Noah and Asher (who were born through surrogacy) and adopted daughter Nisha, Leone rightly understands that today’s moms have lots of roles in their portfolio and hence need beauty kit that helps them in brisk makeup.  Dressed ravishingly in a fuschia coloured knee-length outfit and matching earrings, Leone addressed a press conference on the occasion. Commenting on StarStruck's strategic collaboration, Leon