Hot cross buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday. Photo: Unsplash

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Al Diwan is Burj Al Arab's first Ramadan tent. Photo: Jumeirah Hotels

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Soak up the charm of Dubai's flagship hotel throughout the month at the temporary venue

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African Queen review: Playful addition to Dubai's J1 serves up colourful cuisine

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'I tried it, loved it and opened a store': Gaza's lemon slushy hits Dubai

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Nala's Pistachio Bostock is one of the sweet matcha options in Dubai. Photo: Nala

Dubai chefs are getting creative with matcha, but is it recipe for success?

The National embarks on sweet and savoury tour of restaurants and coffee shops to see which flavour combinations are a success

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Iftar of the weekFalcons and fine-dining on Platinum Desert Safari

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'I tried it, loved it and opened a store': Gaza's lemon slushy hits Dubai

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Impressive Ramadan tents in the UAE, including Burj Al Arab's first

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Mistakenly deported man Abrego Garcia returns to US to face migrant transport charges

Republican removes post criticising Sikh congressional prayer

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Israeli air strikes hit Beirut in latest breach of ceasefire

Israeli air strikes hit Beirut in latest breach of ceasefire

Pilgrims gather on Mount Arafat to offer Hajj prayers

Pilgrims gather on Mount Arafat to offer Hajj prayers

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