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Good morning! This is your Dubai BFF, the community newsletter that shares inspiration and keeps you connected, making you the friend everyone turns to for the best recommendations.

In today’s edition, we have you covered till Sunday. With:

  • 3 Dubai Good News items

  • A Useful Thing to help Dubai money troubles

  • 9 Events In Da City

  • 3 ideas for Fun Shizz To Do

  • 1 Foodie tip in The Hunger

  • And Dubai’s Laziest Artist strikes again!

Let’s get groovy:

💼 Business

UAE billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor makes 'painful' decision to cancel Lebanon investments

🏒 Sports

Raducanu gets wildcard for Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open

💰Finance

UAE petrol prices for February 2025: Will rates increase?

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These are some of the activities taking place this week in our city. There is a good balance of sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

🎾👟Sports

Silver Cup
What is it: Six of the top teams in the world will compete against one another in a 20-goal handicap in the Silver Cup, which is a part of Dubai's esteemed polo season.
Where: Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club
When: Sat 1 February | (More info)

Dubai Basketball vs Borac Mozzart

What is it: Dubai Basketball was established in 2024 with the goal of dominating the sport in one of Europe's premier leagues.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
When: Sun 2 February | (More info)

🎵❤️Music & Concerts & Festivals

CAS live

What is it: As ambient pop group CAS makes a triumphant comeback to the United Arab Emirates, you are in for a memorable musical evening.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
When: Fri 31 January | (More info)

Atif Aslam live
What is it: Pakistani music royalty Atif Aslam is making a comeback to the city to wow listeners with his love songs.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
When: Sat 1 February | (More info)

👶👩‍👧‍👦Family

NARUTO THE GALLERY Experience
What is it: Visit NARUTO THE GALLERY Experience to follow the amazing tale of one of the most adored anime characters.
Where: Dubai Outlet Mall
When: Fri 31 January | (More Info)

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
What is it: The biggest celebration of spoken and written language in the area is the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature.
Where: InterContinental Dubai Festival City

When: Sat 1 February | (More info)

🎭🎨Culture, Arts & Community

Sikka Art & Design Festival
What is it: Al Shindagha Historic District is adorned with works that speak to the future and provide a visionary experience, created by artists from the UAE and around the GCC.
Where: Al Shindagha Historic District
When: Fri 31 January | (More Info)

Reel Palestine Film Festival
What is it: Reel Palestine Film Festival is back for its 11th edition at Cinema Akil. Discover the country’s values, culture and history, beautifully expressed through motion pictures.
Where: Cinema Akil
When: Sun 2 February | (More Info)

🥂🎪Festivals & Clubbing

Break The Block
What is it: If mouthwatering cuisine, lively music, and like-minded individuals are all part of your ideal night out, get over to Break The Block.

Where: Expo City Dubai
When: Sat 1 February | (More Info)

Dubai offers something special for everyone, whether you're wanting to spend time with family, friends, or on a romantic date.

🫂🫶🏻Thing To Do For Friends:

Have a sip and paint evening

Estimated cost for 5: AED 1250 | (More Info)

🥰💗Thing To Do For Couples:

Watch Sweeney Todd on stage

Estimated cost for 2: AED 720 | (More Info)

🍭👩‍👧‍👦Thing To Do For Families:

Check out a food festival

Estimated cost for 4 (2 Kids): FREE | (More Info)

Todays Foodie Tip: Raj Kachori by Kailash Parbat Dubai

“I recently tried this Raj Kachori, and it was an absolute explosion of flavors! The crispy shell was perfectly golden, and the combination of tangy tamarind chutney, creamy yogurt, and spicy mint chutney was pure bliss. Every bite had the perfect crunch, balanced with the sweetness of pomegranate and the slight heat from the masalas.”

My verdict: DO TRY

Address: 67 2nd St - Oud Metha - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Book now:  You can book your table by calling at +971 4 547 6330

Every newsletter, I like to make some AI art about our city. (Ideas are welcome, please send)

This week, I typed, "Dubai into an Art Festival"

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That’s it for today!

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Your Dubai BFF, Scott Max

P.S. As your BFF I like to keep it real….

… by sharing cheesy quotes on happiness & gratitude….

… which teach a mindset that transformed my life for the better…

… stoicism. So here’s your cheesy quote:

"Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions." — Dalai Lama

And to put a cherry on top, I ask you to choose, my dear BFF:

I promise to be positive this week. Make a positive life choice and spread it to everyone in your vicinity.

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