There are cocktails that suit a season, a perfect crisp Aperol Spritz on a summer afternoon, and there are cocktails that feel like they can fit anytime. The espresso martini is the latter.

A quick-fire weekly curation of what’s worth knowing in Dubai and beyond right now. Less than 10 discoveries, no fluff, just the best.

In three days, you can touch both sides of Dubai, the places we actually keep for ourselves and the unapologetic luxury that the city does better than anywhere else.

There's nothing quite like a perfect croissant on a Sunday morning, accompanied by an espresso or a french press, alongside something to read or your favourite person to share it with.

Coffee shouldn't always be simple, yes of course there is a beauty in an organic pour over or a well done espresso with the crema sitting perfectly, but there is something deliciously decadent about giving coffee that little something extra.

There’s nothing wrong with chasing perfection. Self-betterment has acquired a complicated reputation, diluted by slogans. You’re enough as you are. Don’t try so hard. Embrace imperfection. And while these messages can sound nice, they also risk excusing stagnation.

Or also known as the perfect prekend. There's undoubtedly something special about Friday night part a staycation and part an anticipation.

The truth is, when you don’t use your things, they start using you. They become too precious, get given too much prestige, and sit as silent reminders of money spent but not enjoyed.

It's rather the boring things that make up the majority. Making coffee in the morning, cleaning our homes, driving, running errands and just generally living.