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Welcome to a lifestyle blog by Award-winning author
and journalist Abigail Mathias.


Bringing New York to Dubai
Arthouse Hotel NYC expands to Dubai with Arthouse Hills Arjan — a AED 550 million landmark and the brand’s largest, most amenity-rich residential development. Arthouse Hills Arjan is one of the most anticipated new launches in the district, generating strong market visibility and investor confidence for Adaan’s inaugural development. It is the second Arthouse-branded residential development in Dubai, following the success of the first Arthouse residence in Meydan. It brings t
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Bear Necessities
The Bear House debuts in Dubai with its first store at Al Ghurair Centre with Omnis Group Dubai, UAE Omnis Group, has officially introduced The Bear House to Dubai with the launch of its first store at Al Ghurair Centre. The launch marks an exciting entry into the UAE market, showcasing the brand’s signature blend of minimalism, confidence, and contemporary style to local fashion enthusiasts. Guests, influencers, and media personalities attended the grand opening, which feat
Nov 132 min read
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When I made it to the Guiness World Records
A powerful celebration of women, movement, and change - She Runs 2025 Â Today was an extraordinary Sunday. I headed for a long drive and then a run that was filled with optimism, hope and people in pink T-shirts. The She Runs 2025 was scheduled to begin at 7 am sharp and that's exactly what happened. After a short warm up a sea of participants, mostly women and children, began their runs. It was clear from the multitude, each had their own goal and it didn't matter if it was
Nov 93 min read
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UAE's homegrown coffee delivered in style
Specialty roastery elevates coffee culture with immersive ‘farm to cup’ showcase Coffee seems to be so fashionable these days. Every other corner has a barista that is offering something new. But did you know where your coffee beans come from? We didn't either. Luckily there are two brothers passionate about telling you their story and where they source their coffee from. Two years after inaugurating its flagship roastery and concept space in the UAE, The Brew Crew Coffee  c
Nov 32 min read
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Pizza with pizzaz
Little Caesars, the third-largest pizza chain in the world, had a recent fun launch party at Al Barsha with the Grand Opening of its newest restaurant in Dubai. Abioriginal takes you straight to the action. The launch on 10th October was created like a community event and featured exciting activities such as a Spin-the-Wheel for prizes, face painting, live music, bubble games, drawing stations, balloons, and an Instagram-ready photo booth. What my plus 1 and were most interes
Oct 182 min read
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Where lazy is cool
When the going gets tough, its ok to slow down. Most of us are rushing from one weekend to the next. It seems as if I've blinked and most...
Sep 282 min read
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Be our guest
I've been to Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, multiple times and this time tops the charts. Maroon 5 was one of the first concerts that I...
Sep 193 min read
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A touch of life at this Spa
The spa offers hammam as well When the week gets too much to bear and you just want that spark of rejuvenation, a one hour massage can...
Aug 282 min read
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Why you shouldn't just, 'Let it be'
A close encounter with the fab four Two years ago, on a short visit to the United Kingdom, I was the only one who showed interest in...
Aug 164 min read
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Syntony ignites the stage
The UAE is known for hositng spectacular music events. We have witnessed a plethora of international artists grace our shores every other...
May 32 min read
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