Tag Archives: souqs
Atif the Egyptian Cat
This cat here, his name is Atif. He is so named after the devout Muslim man who sold it to us. How do I know he was a devout Muslim, you ask? No, it’s not just because he lives in a Muslim country. We have learned by now that living in a Muslim country is […]
Christmas Perfection: Chilli Chocolate Truffles
I love beautiful, well-made, hand rolled, chocolate truffles. There is something intensely stunning about the experience and you steal away into a dream land for just a moment, where nothing is in your brain but the momentary cocoa, melty bliss. Enough talk. Recipe. Now. Good gift. Do make. Chilli Chocolate Truffles 250g good-quality dark chocolate, […]
Monday Moment: Carpet Goodness
We finally bought a new carpet. Sounds decadent, I know, but it’s not. We’ve just been putting it off for a long time. We live in a 600 sq. ft. apartment made of marble tiles. It can be cold and a bit lifeless if it’s not filled with internationally collected goodies, and today, we finally […]
Photo Essay: An Eid in Dubai
Eid breaks are usually a little longer than just three days off, and we usually run away on a jet plane. This time, not so. That’s why you’ll find us lounging around Dubai like lazy lizards, soaking up sunshine, the quiet atmosphere and sharing plenty of time together. Here’s what a day down by the […]
