Food
How TikTok Trends Impact the Global Food Industry
Is a bar of Dubai chocolate a harmless flex or a real threat to supply chains?
by Dara Morgan
15 May 2025
Brewing Up a Storm: Best Cafés In Riyadh For Coffee Lovers
From cosy hideaways to stylish spots, The Sandy Times rounds up the best cafés in Riyadh for coffee enthusiasts
by Iffat Nawaz
15 May 2025
How To Cook: YouTube Tutorials For Every Skill Level
Step-by-step cooking guides that make everything feel simple
by Alexandra Mansilla
21 Apr 2025
Top 5 Peruvian Restaurants In Dubai
Tastes like the best ceviche in town
by Dara Morgan
20 Apr 2025
To Be a Chef: Full Femininity, No Apologies. Interview With Sara Aqel
How a girl from Jordan became a respected, recognised chef — against all odds
by Alexandra Mansilla
10 Apr 2025
Easter In Dubai: Top Picks For Celebrations
Celebrating Easter in the UAE — from cakes to brunch, with little gifts in between
by Barbara Yakimchuk
10 Apr 2025
Personal Experience: Going Vegan For a Month
Pros and cons of a plant-based diet
by Dara Morgan
9 Apr 2025
The Star On Every Ramadan Table: Your Guide To Dates
What types of dates exist, how do they differ, and where can you buy them?
by Alexandra Mansilla
16 Mar 2025
Ramadan 2025: Dubai’s Best Spots For Breaking Fast
Here is our curated list of the best places to break fast in Dubai
by Dara Morgan
11 Mar 2025
Where To Find Your Favourite Zoomer’s Drink: Bubble Tea In Dubai
Exploring the top 5 locations for the best bubble tea in Dubai
by Barbara Yakimchuk
15 Feb 2025
Helipad Dubai: Chill And Party Above the City
Discover a hidden gem in Dubai — a restaurant on a helipad with stunning views and great music
by Barbara Yakimchuk
7 Feb 2025
Ramadan 2025: What To Eat And What To Avoid
Stay hydrated, energised and focused this Ramadan
by Iffat Nawaz
4 Feb 2025
The Best Global Village Stalls 2024–2025: A Culinary Adventure Awaits
Explore the best of the world in one place, discover top stalls of street food
by Iffat Nawaz
23 Jan 2025
Savour the Local Flavours: Dubai's Street Food Markets
Indulge in a global culinary adventure at Dubai food street markets, featuring diverse cuisines, vibrant atmospheres, and unforgettable flavours
by Iffat Nawaz
28 Dec 2024
Where To Get Your Plant-Based Meal: Vegan And Vegetarian Spots In Dubai
Diving into the details of Dubai's best vegan and vegetarian dining spots
by Barbara Yakimchuk
12 Dec 2024
Best Flavours Of Asia: Dubai Must-Visit Spots
From Japanese to Thai cuisine: exploring the features of the best Asian dining spots in Dubai
by Barbara Yakimchuk
7 Dec 2024
A Toast For Spicy Margaritas: The Lighthouse Dubai Hills
From jet lag to joy: discovering The Lighthouse with Eden Burns and Mainline Magic Orchestra
by Dara Morgan
26 Nov 2024
Not-So-Hidden Gems Of Dubai: Alba And Bisou
Two dining spots in the heart of Dubai with unique concepts and amazing dishes
by Barbara Yakimchuk
22 Nov 2024
Perfect Weekend Getaway: The Michelin Guide Food Festival In Abu Dhabi
Enjoy the best from 20 Michelin Guide recommended restaurants this weekend, November 22 to 24
by Dara Morgan
21 Nov 2024
The Stories Of People Who Make Your Food: One Life
The series exploring the behind-the-scenes of the hospitality industry in Dubai
by Sophie She
5 Nov 2024
The Stories Of People Who Make Your Food: Plumpy Restaurant
The series exploring the behind-the-scenes of the hospitality industry in Dubai
by Sophie She
28 Oct 2024
Your Weekend Plans: To Eat a Lot Of Good Food
Alserkal Avenue is set to launch their third series of What The Food, which means we will all eat well this weekend
by Sophie She
24 Oct 2024
Iconic Foods From Famous Movies That Will Make You Hungry
Only the juiciest burgers, the richest chocolate, and the most mysterious cookies
by Alexandra Mansilla
8 Oct 2024
Coffee Shops Takeover: Why Is Everyone Suddenly Obsessed With Matcha?
Breaking down the trendy green drink
by Sana Bun
7 Oct 2024
Chef Kuv: The Story Behind the Pretty Table
A story about how to turn your life around and win
by Sophie She
1 Oct 2024
Where To Try the Best Karak In Dubai? Faizal Razak’s Top Picks
Places you will absolutely love to hang out and enjoy your favourite spiced tea
by Alexandra Mansilla
20 Sept 2024
Explain, Please: What Is the Difference Between Plant-Based And Dairy Milk?
Almond, nut, soy, rice, coconut, oatmeal, goat, cow, and so on and so forth — but which one to choose?
by Sophie She
13 Sept 2024
7 Beirut Coffee Shops For Fashion Lovers
Beiruti cafés that combine two great passions of the Lebanese people: coffee and fashion
by Christelle EL-Daher
11 Sept 2024
Sudanese Eats And Restaurants You Shouldn’t Miss
Places where you can try everything from Goraasa to Molokhia
by Hayley Alexander
6 Sept 2024
Where To Find Authentic Filipino Food: Advice From a Filipino
Interview with Kate Valmonte, our foodie friend
by Sophie She
22 Aug 2024
What Is Cheese Coffee And Where Can You Try It?
Our creative editor tries cheese coffee and shares her experience.
by Sophie She
21 Aug 2024
Where To Find the Perfect Brunch In Dubai
From beachfront beauties to urban chic eateries
by Sophie She
18 Aug 2024
Let’s Hang Out: Where To Go With Friends Tonight
The guide you might have been waiting for the most
by Sophie She
13 Aug 2024
Have a Greek Evening: Where To Try True Greek Food In Dubai
We have planned your next eat-out with a twist of Greek
by Sophie She
12 Aug 2024
Cheap And Delicious: Where To Eat In Dubai For a Friendly Price?
Budget-friendly meals for any occasions
by Sophie She
5 Aug 2024
Where To Find True British Cuisine In Dubai
A list of places for Londoners feeling homesick for familiar food
by Hayley Alexander
1 Aug 2024
The Story Behind Your Favourite Dessert: Tiramisu
Different legends surround the Italian dessert created by Roberto Linguanotto
by Alexandra Mansilla
31 Jul 2024
For the Fans Of Noodles: Where To Eat Noodles In Dubai
Hand-pulled, egg, soba, ramen, udon and other types of noodles to nurture your soul
by Sophie She
31 Jul 2024
Bye-Bye Mainstream: Explore Dubai’s Best Homegrown Restaurants
We can't keep these spots a secret any longer. Check them out this summer
by Hayley Alexander
30 Jul 2024
Where To Go Out, When You Don’t Know Where to Go Out?
The Sandy Times editorial team is helping you out
by Sophie She
24 Jul 2024
From Dubai Newcomer To Michelin Star. Interview With Dmitry Blinov, DUO Gastrobar
What was it like to launch a restaurant from scratch and earn a notable award in less than a year?
by Alexandra Mansilla
21 Jul 2024
Where To Dine European During the Euro Cup 2024
Savour the flavours of European cuisine without leaving Dubai
by Hayley Alexander
12 Jun 2024
The Hidden Delicacies In the Sand: What Is the Desert Truffle?
Where to find them and how they differ from regular truffles
by Alexandra Mansilla
7 Jun 2024
Attentionné, Bread Lovers: Your Go-To List of Bakeries in Dubai
Save these spots to enjoy the fluffiest and freshest buns
by Sophie She
19 May 2024
Fadel Faour, the Chef Of BIG T: ‘I don’t like fine dining’
Exploring the behind-the-scenes of Texan BBQ in Dubai
by Sophie She
18 May 2024
Cèline Azem: ‘It Takes Immense Strength To Cope With an Eating Disorder’
How to stop letting food control you and start controlling your mind
by Alexandra Mansilla
10 May 2024
Bacha Coffee, The Go-To Spot For the Best Coffee Experience
A true heaven for coffee, culture, and authenticity lovers
by Sophie She
9 May 2024
The Great List, a New Guide To the Best Restaurants In Dubai
Who is behind it, and how are restaurants chosen by the experts?
by Alexandra Mansilla
1 May 2024
Top Secret: Where To Get One Of the Best Coffees In Dubai?
Uncovering the hidden spot in an unexpected place where the coffee is amazing
by Sophie She
25 Apr 2024
Controller In One Hand, Snack In the Other. What To Eat If You Are a Gamer?
20 snacks to keep at your fingertips while you level up
by Bilal Muhammad
23 Apr 2024
Where To Get True Italian Gelato In Dubai
Feel the taste of Italian summer in your mouth
by Sophie She
17 Apr 2024
Inevident Places To Have Breakfast. Lana Albeik’s Selection
Which one will you pick: being surrounded by croissants, avocado, or Palestinian cuisine?
by Alexandra Mansilla
17 Apr 2024
Roll the Dice: 10 Board Game Cafés To Visit
Perfect guide for those who can't live without board games
by Bilal Muhammad
16 Apr 2024
The Flavours Of Eid: Seven Cuisines To Try During Eid al-Fitr 2025
Ouzi, Chicken Mandi, Luqaimat, and more dishes to taste
by Ashas Bukhari
3 Apr 2024
Oyster Phenomenon In the UAE
How did the Normandy dream come to life in our hot region?
by Sophie She
25 Mar 2024
Ramadan District: What Is Inside
The Sandy team explores the market in the financial heart of the city
by Sophie She
21 Mar 2024
Apps For Foodies: How To Find a Restaurant In Dubai
Now you will easily search for the best place to eat
by Ashas Bukhari
21 Mar 2024
Trying Out Brisket In Big T BBQ
Our take on Dubai's most famous brisket, prepared by the most dramatic chef
by Sophie She
18 Mar 2024
Chai, Tea, Cuppa — All About Our Favourite Karak
Why do people need to make karak great again?
by Sophie She
10 Mar 2024
Mocktail: Cocktail Mockery Or Something More?
What does the history of the Cocktail-That-Must-Not-Be-Named look like
by Sophie She
23 Feb 2024