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Latest post on 18 July 2014 - 12:48
I agree, Mirdif or Warqa would be ideal locations for a family as all amenities and facilities would be close by. Warqa has lesser traffic then Mirdif during peak hours, but Mirdif has better roads and street lights. However, all the shortlisted areas will still be far for your husband's workplace.
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Latest post on 15 June 2014 - 23:58
http://www.timeoutdubai.com/mobile/restaurants/reviews/7409-xiao-wei-yang-hotpot Have heard abt this place from friends.
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Latest post on 15 June 2014 - 16:33
You can get a personalised engraved pen in any Jashanmal Store across various malls. Their cheapest Cross pen starts at 159dh I think. Very reasonable and good sservice.
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Latest post on 04 June 2014 - 18:31
Kamat in Mankhool
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Latest post on 04 June 2014 - 10:06
I was at Oasis Center today and they had a big sign on the front saying Summer Suprises was June 1 thru the 28th. That's what Oasis Center is calling their in-house shopping promotion, its not the city-wide summer surprise.
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Latest post on 03 June 2014 - 09:51
There is a sale in Ikea now, not sure about Pan Emirates. I always check this website for sale information http://dubaisavers.com/
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Latest post on 03 June 2014 - 09:04
Summer is Dubai is split into 3 events this year - 1. Ramadan in Dubai - 29 June to 27 July 2. Eid in Dubai - 28 July to 1 Aug 3. Dubai Summer Surprises - 2 Aug to 5 Sept http://m.gulfnews.com/news/uae/leisure/summer-is-dubai-calendar-unveiled-1.1321550 All the sales that are happening at the moment are targeted at vacation-goers who are traveling for the summer so I expect more sales. <em>edited by ajfa on 03/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 02 June 2014 - 18:04
Check Cotton & Silk near the carpark in Meena Bazaar. There are many shops selling pakistani wear in the same lane. There is a facebook page called Cotton & Silk UAE where you can see their various collection and prices.
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Latest post on 24 May 2014 - 18:23
I agree with pollydxb1, just search for Ariel cakes Dubai on google images, and you will get many results from House of Cakes and others as well.
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Latest post on 12 May 2014 - 20:59
Each Muezzin (person who recites the Adhaan or call to prayer) has his own style / tune / tempo. Perhaps you heard at a different Mosque or maybe there was a guest Muezzin reciting it at your local Mosque. The wordings remain same for all the prayers except the Fajr (sunrise) prayer. There is a difference of a single sentence which is in the call for the morning prayer meaning - Prayer is better than sleep.
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Latest post on 12 May 2014 - 19:07
I remembered reading an article about Chef service at home sometime back, so did a google search for you and found this. I think its what you're looking for (there's Italian and Thai cuisine), but I have no idea how the service is, maybe someone who has tried them can tell you more. www.chefathomedubai.com
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Latest post on 09 May 2014 - 18:27
"Driven mad by shouting" - how politely you describe the Friday sermon at the Mosque. Thats hurtful. I can understand it can be difficult for non Muslims, but could have been put across in a better way! <em>edited by ajfa on 09/05/2014</em>
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Latest post on 09 May 2014 - 11:38
We have bought electronics from Souq.com but only if the vendor is Souq Direct, ie Souq.com sells with its own warranty and service. My phone's battery had some issues, I got it serviced in 2 weeks. No complaints about the product, but there's a long lead time on service. Otherwise no issues. Their courier service will pick up and deliver without any charges. I wouldn't buy electronics from independent vendors. <em>edited by ajfa on 09/05/2014</em>
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Latest post on 09 May 2014 - 11:32
Just come to Mirdif City Center - adjacent to the mall's front entrance is the Apartment Block community called Ghuroob. Straight up the road from there is the gated Villa community called Shurouq. Use google maps, call and fix appointments with the real estate agents for viewing, Im sure the numbers are available online, if you Google the community names. Straight up from Shurouq you'll reach a roundabout which leads to Uptown Mirdif which is an open plan outdoor mall. All along the way you will see little villas, you can call and check the ones with To Let signboards. Usually a single real estate agent is assigned to this area, so he can tell you where all they have availability. Good luck!
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Latest post on 06 May 2014 - 18:32
Yes, thats how much cakes are costing these days if you want something highly customised and from a home baker. Personally, I have tried both - home bakers and professional bakeries, I would definitely say the cake tastes much better from the bakeries. If you want a novelty cake then it makes sense to pay so much. I recommend: Mister Baker Brownie Point Bakemart Plus Sugaholic All these places charge 200-300 for a 1kg cake. It varies depending on your requirement. Check Latitude Bakery in Jumeirah Beach Hotel - their website has all the prices. But probably they're more suited for a formal event not a 2YO bday party. HTH <em>edited by ajfa on 06/05/2014</em>
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Latest post on 28 April 2014 - 14:27
Going to try Kitchen 6 @ JW Marriott Marquis this Thursday. Will let you know!
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Latest post on 27 April 2014 - 10:44
Did you check Cobone or Groupon? Sometimes they have good deals for decent places. But you have to make sure that its a good place to go to. We discovered Kalm Spa on Palm Jumeirah through one of their deals. I havent been there personally as I use the services of my parlor cum spa near my house which is very calm and pampering enough for me plus its not crowded. But my hubby went to Kalm for massages thrice already and loves it. I found a not-so-recent article on Kalm http://www.timeoutdubai.com/bodyandmind/features/37039-kalm-holistic-beauty-on-the-palm-jumeirah#.U1yjzlWSxHQ
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 12:53
I just bought myself those parachute pants / ali baba pants (yes i hv given them my own names ;P) from Lulu Barsha last week for 46dhs. They were in black and brown colors. You get them in Dragon Mart as well.
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:56
Thank you so much angel joy & HorizonMum2 :D Will check both the shops this wknd.
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:10
Thanks for sharing the info on the party supply websites. It would help when we are hard pressed for time. Can anyone tell me where to get clear plastic packets and tie wire for party favors? Also any idea where to get candy cups so that I can put in cupcakes. This picture will give an idea of what i am looking for. http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/originals/8d/ce/16/8dce16bbca7dc288ffae01c02649ee14.jpg Pls help! TIA
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 10:12
Can you ladies pls share some details? Im on the lookout for a good massage lady and im due in Aug. TIA!
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 09:59
Would you consider iPilot in Dubai Mall for a simulation flight experience where your husband gets to sit behind the controls and actually maneuver the aircraft with the help of real pilots? You can sit in the "passenger" seat and watch. I have not tried it personally, but 2 of my friends gifted their hubbies that (we are in our 20s :P ) http://flyipilot.ae/flight-experience/
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 13:30
Something with mini globes?
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:32
Students are allowed to do part time jobs / temp work. You dont require a labor card. But make sure they carry their student IDs at all times. Its better to read up more abt it as I had read somewhere that you have to register or apply for some permission beforehand. I had a personal experience with this, a handful of us were doing temp jobs and [b'>were let go after we showed our student ID[/b'>s. I'm totally new to this. Any idea where we can get more info? When you say you were "let go", is that fired for not having a labour card? I'll ask my typing office too but I don't think they will have dealt with students temping. I did a google on the subject and found this article http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/education/part-time-work-permit-protects-students-rights-in-uae-1.754380 http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/11-000-uae-residents-get-part-time-work-permits-2014-01-23-1.535879 <em>edited by ajfa on 21/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:29
Students are allowed to do part time jobs / temp work. You dont require a labor card. But make sure they carry their student IDs at all times. Its better to read up more abt it as I had read somewhere that you have to register or apply for some permission beforehand. I had a personal experience with this, a handful of us were doing temp jobs and [b'>were let go after we showed our student ID[/b'>s. I'm totally new to this. Any idea where we can get more info? When you say you were "let go", is that fired for not having a labour card? I'll ask my typing office too but I don't think they will have dealt with students temping. I only remember reading abt students being allowed to work part-time, in the newspapers. Yes, we were let go without any repercussions. We didnt worry abt losing our jobs as it was only a temp summer vacation job. <em>edited by ajfa on 21/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:24
Yes, I agree with HM2. Union Coop is a good place to try. Do check the e-leaflet in the link, there are 4 colors of plastic cups and matching spoons. http://dubaisavers.com/dubai-deal/2014/04/10/Union-Coop-30th-Anniversary-Offers
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:10
I'm not sure Dubai is the best place for anyone to get an internship, I'm sorry to say, HM2. The law is very restricting here and part-time or unpaid work for youngsters is probably not legal, from what I have gathered, as you are supposed to need a labour card to work here and a lot of employers don't bother to get them for temporary staff. Although a lot of people seem to ignore the rules and red tape here, it's true, so maybe they'll be able to find something if they keep under the radar. This site explains it better than I have: http://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/working-abroad/341546-working-in-the-united-arab-emirates That being said, good luck to both of them in finding jobs. If they are good at sports or good with children, they might be able to get something at one of the many summer camps that run here from the end of the summer term to the beginning of the autumn one. That is all I can think of off the top of my head. Students are allowed to do part time jobs / temp work. You dont require a labor card. But make sure they carry their student IDs at all times. Its better to read up more abt it as I had read somewhere that you have to register or apply for some permission beforehand. I had a personal experience with this, a handful of us were doing temp jobs and were let go after we showed our student IDs.
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 12:02
Its difficult to get Internship here if you are trying independently. Its better to ask the college / school for some directions or if they have some arrangements with some companies. My uni arranged it for us, and we had to pay them for it. Also it helps if you know someone in HR or try for internship where the parents/relatives work, in case they need an extra hand. We students alternatively tried emailing the HR execs of various companies (of interest) requesting them for internship. If you are lucky you will get a response. Did your uni organise the visa too? Interested to know what you paid them for. My uni is based in Dubai, so no visa arrangements were required. But internship was part of our curriculum and we were graded for it. We had to pay bcoz we had to get graded / for professors to monitor and mentor us -_-
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 11:17
I think it affects the gratuity you pay your employees: Limited Contract - If the employee leaves before the contract ends, you don't pay gratuity Unlimited Contract - The employee can leave anytime since there is no time frame for the contract to end, so you have to pay gratuity no matter what. Im not sure if this is according to UAE labor law though, but it is followed in my company.
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 11:05
Its difficult to get Internship here if you are trying independently. Its better to ask the college / school for some directions or if they have some arrangements with some companies. My uni arranged it for us, and we had to pay them for it. Also it helps if you know someone in HR or try for internship where the parents/relatives work, in case they need an extra hand. We students alternatively tried emailing the HR execs of various companies (of interest) requesting them for internship. If you are lucky you will get a response.
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Latest post on 11 April 2014 - 09:10
My fave is Rajdhani in Bur Dubai... http://www.timeoutdubai.com/restaurants/reviews/30356-rajdhani-restaurant#.U0dGaijpbRo Rajdhani has closed and reopened as the new Maharaja Bhog in Karama. I would absolutely recommend it!
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 11:32
I have definitely seen them in 1 shop in Dragon Mart. 50 fils per pouch (smallest size), it was made out of net like material with gold printing. Im sorry I really wouldnt be able to tell the directions to the shop, I wish I could!
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 10:35
I believe you are talking abt Asma's Boutique in Nahda, near Ravi? This is her facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Asmascollection
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Latest post on 09 April 2014 - 10:57
Do you know the gender of the baby? Accessorize with pink or blue! I feel like adding something blue with everything i wear these days ever since i found out! Im expecting my 1st and am 5months too! :) But i love all the other suggestions too - coral, pastels, gold, turquoise! edited by ajfa on 09/04/2014 I don't suggest going for all blues or pinks depending on the gender of the baby, especially if you plan to have more children and plan to reuse some items. I believe you should have a range of colors for those items that can be reused for a future baby who might be a different gender. That way you won't be pressed for replacing such items simply because they are the wrong color! So you never wear pink or blue otherwise?
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Latest post on 09 April 2014 - 10:27
Do you know the gender of the baby? Accessorize with pink or blue! I feel like adding something blue with everything i wear these days ever since i found out! Im expecting my 1st and am 5months too! :) But i love all the other suggestions too - coral, pastels, gold, turquoise! <em>edited by ajfa on 09/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 08 April 2014 - 13:08
I doubt you will get them for wholesale in Meena Bazaar. Your best bet would be to hunt in alleys in Deira around Naif Souq / Al Manal Center, Im sorry I dont know any particular shops. Good luck!
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Latest post on 08 April 2014 - 09:44
I think they are all upset with the rising rent and general increase in various costs courtesy "Expo2020". I was so surprised to find all the take-away places that i order food from had increased prices overnight. Also, as a regular customer i get charged nominally for tailoring services, but i hv seen the same tailor mention double the charges in front of me to new customers, its ridiculous!
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 13:17
How about some nice jewelry?
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Latest post on 31 March 2014 - 13:27
Yes, I was going to suggest Al Manar Quran Study Center too. They have weekend classes for kids I suppose. Growing up in Dubai, most of the kids in my neighborhood including myself were tutored by the Muezzin of our local Mosque at the Mosque itself. Some Muezzins would come to 1 particular house to tutor kids in that particular bldg/locality. Im not sure how its done these days.
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Latest post on 30 March 2014 - 15:58
I second Caesers, we have got it done from there. You can always call and ask them for rates/sizes/delivery time, they will home deliver for bills over 100dhs. http://www.caesars-uae.com/contacts.htm
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 12:06
I have seen the silver foil cakeboards in Al Kabayl Discount Center in Muraggabat St. for very cheap - like 5 boards for 20dhs or something. And they come in many sizes. Daiso has cardboard cake carry boxes. Im not sure of the size though. Also, you can get plastic cake box with lid from Home Center - but not the disposable kind. For cakestands - check Ikea. http://www.ikea.com/ae/en/catalog/products/40125550/ edited by ajfa on 27/03/2014 <em>edited by ajfa on 27/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 March 2014 - 12:20
Have you tried meetup.com? Im a foodie, so I went for a food related meetup group event, it was interesting to note that most of the people who came were relatively new in Dubai who were probably looking to make friends & I could already see some people hit it off! Put in a search for your interests or even JLT, and you will find groups relevant to what you are looking for. <em>edited by ajfa on 15/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 March 2014 - 11:04
There's something called Momos, which is the Nepalese version of dimsum. There is a place called Yalla Momos in Karama that have vegan momos on their menu. Maybe you can do a take away from there and try it? http://www.zomato.com/dubai/yalla-momos-al-karama/menu#tabtop http://www.zomato.com/dubai/yalla-momos-al-karama/photos#tabtop Most of the other restaurants have standard dimsums that come in lots of 3. Though I thoroughly enjoyed Ping Pong's all-you-can-eat on fridays (i love chicken & shrimps).
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Latest post on 09 March 2014 - 16:49
I remember seeing Yo! Sushi's ad on instagram for their sushi making class. And according to this Time Out review (dated 2012) it sounds pretty neat. http://www.timeoutdubai.com/gallery/31142-9-to-try-dubai-cooking-classes?image=4#.UxxiZj-SxHQ
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Latest post on 23 February 2014 - 16:12
The ladies only gyms that you can try in the Jumeirah / SZR area are: Fitness First in Oasis Center, SZR Fitness360 in Mazaya Center & J3 Mall (Al Wasl Road) I have used the ladies only Fitness360 in Arabian Center and enjoyed their group classes.
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Latest post on 22 February 2014 - 08:39
My friend got some readymade rolled white fondant from Park n Shop in Tecom (for about 22Dhs I think). We just had to plop it over the cake to cover it. We cut out the edges and made figures out of the left overs. It was very convenient.
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Latest post on 21 February 2014 - 16:01
How about some place in Atlantis or Madinat Jumeirah? We usually go to Anise in DFC Intercon as it is our fave.
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Latest post on 21 February 2014 - 10:49
Hi Rossellina82 I used to write all the Merit Certificates in my school & college. I can do some decent calligraphy. You can probably see a few samples of my handwriting and decide if you like it or not :) And Congratulations on your wedding!
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Latest post on 21 February 2014 - 10:44
Thank you so much for replying ladies :) @BintNizam - I think I will have to go with the traditional tablets as well until my friend gets me some from US. Dont have anyone who can mail me. @kiwispiers - Thanks! Thats very reassuring, Im just trying to eat healthy and cover all nutrients through food as much as possible. But, since everyone around me says supplements are important, i feel like i need to have them.
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Latest post on 20 February 2014 - 15:42
Hello again I found something called Prenatal Oxylent, which is a powder & can be dissolved and had like an energy drink. It comes in raspberry / cranberry flavours. Has anyone tried this? Is it good/safe?
 
 
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