Australian TV presenter Hermoine Macura is one of Dubai's most popular news anchors. Arriving in the Middle East just after September 11th, Hermoine decided to journey throughout the region and capture images of the rich cultural intricacies of the people and places which make up the Middle East. The resulting work offers portrayals of the region which go beyond the many misconceived ideas about the Arab world.

We needed another white napkin steak place like we needed to sell opening day tickets to the Rangers this year. Pfffft. Luckily, the newest classic upscale steak eatery to hit the Big D is Morton’s, a familiar and definitively a renowned name in the restaurant biz. What will you expect to see at Morton’s? All […]

Last Wednesday, March 9, More than one hundred of New York’s most fashionable ladies gathered at The Mark Hotel where Stefani Greenfield and Desiree Gruber launched Theodora & Callum—their accessories collection of scarves, jewelry, shoes and bags.

On Thursday, March 9, Target GO International celebrated their 5th anniversary of collaborations with designers Proenza Schouler, Libertine, Erin Fetherston, Rodarte, Zac Posen, Thakoon, and many others with a ultra fabulous soiree at The Ace Hotel.

Saturday night, Dane Cook, who turns 39 next Friday, celebrated at Tao at the Venetian. The actor and stand-up comedian enjoyed a dinner of signature dishes in the restaurant before heading up to the club.

Three-time “Dancing With The Stars” champion Derek Hough spent the weekend at the Palms. On Friday, Hough dined at Nove Italiano, where he met Executive Chef Geno Bernardo and 
signed his famous shakedown door before heading up to Moon Nightclub where he hosted for the evening. Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward stopped by Moon as well.

The stars were out to shine last night at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas. The Strip’s new nightclub welcomed Sammi "Sweetheart" Giancola and Deena Nicole Cortese of “Jersey Shore” in celebration of Giancola's 24th birthday.

Internationally renowned restaurant Royal China will soon make its debut in Dubai's prestigious DIFC. The brand currently has branches in London, Singapore, and China and offers a sophisticated setting inspired by high-end Asian decor. Serving Hong Kong Chinese cuisine and delicious dim sum through out the day, Royal China is perfect for a leisurely snack, tea, or full-fledged meal.

Chanel has a new Maidemoiselle. Actress Blake Lively is the new face for the French House's latest range of Maidemoiselle handbags. Last week during Paris Fashion Week 2011/2012 the Gossip Girl was celebrated at a private dinner hosted by the House of Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld. The evening took place at the Chanel couture salons which were recreated into a glamorous bistro. Blake wore the Salbourg Shoe from Christian Louboutin Spring/Summer 2011 collection.

One of Dubai's most cherished and innovative boutiques, S*UCE has been a source of support for artists, designers and creatives throughout the city. S*UCE's most recent creative endeavor is a collaborative project with Art Dubai's Art Week and takes the form of side walk benches.

Saudi art comes to the masses with a special traveling exhibition which reveals Saudi Arabia's little known contemporary art scene. Edge of Arabia has been making its stop at many of the world's capitals and now finally arrives in Dubai in partnership with Art Dubai and under the global tour sponsorship of ALJ Community Initiatives. The exhibition, "Terminal" will take place in a pop-up gallery in DIFC's gate village and will be curated by Cuadro Gallery's Bashar Al-Shroogi.

Opening tonight at Ayyam Gallery in DIFC is "Trees and High Rising City", a solo show by Palestinian artist Samia Halaby. The exhibit coincides with the opening of Art Dubai and features several new works by the artist. Halaby's canvases probe the world around her through colorful architectonic forms and textures. In these works the artist captures the energy of bodies and masses in motion and the relationships between them as they intersect and unfold before the spectator.

Azalea combines a compilation of seasonal musts, entrancing trends, classic cuts, and crucial accessories to compose an enjoyable and effective retail outing. Azalea is complete with women’s and men’s collections – a perfect excuse to bring the significant other shopping. Complete with a laundry list of designers, Azalea carries delicate and eclectic accessories from Fortune Favors the Brave and Found Made New, snug and soft basics from Vince, chic and unique pieces from Charlotte Ronson and Sonia by Sonia Rykeil, intricate wovens and dresses from Shipley & Halmos, edgy leathers from Doma Leather, and kind hearted eco-friendly fashions from Toms and Echo Design.

Friday night, friends and family of Danny Masterson gathered at Lavo at the Palazzo to celebrate the actor and deejay’s birthday. Masterson, who will turn 35 on Sunday, and a group of more than 40 started the night dining at the Italian eatery.

Get ready for the Spring/ Summer Collection 2011 of Symphony, one of our favorite Dubai Boutiques. Featured are a range of Symphony's best-loved brands and their Spring and Summer attire as well as a new installation by Dubai-based artist and fashion illustrator Moaza Matar.

Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas celebrated an “Off the Shore” Spring Break weekend last night with “Jersey Shore” star Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino.

Eva Longoria’s Beso Steakhouse and Eve Nightclub at Crystals in CityCenter Las Vegas hosted four legends of sports last night: Evander Holyfield, Jerome Bettis, Hines Ward and Joey Porter. Also at Beso and Eve last night was hip-hop artist and reality television star Flava Flav.

The Venetian hosted one of the Strip’s biggest fashion events on Friday when Express brought its “Rock the Sidewalk" Runway Show to the resort. Onlookers lined the runway to preview 2011 fall fashions from Express as models strutted the 70-foot catwalk specially built on the outdoor gondola bridge along the Strip.