Al Mina’s restaurant scene was busy and peaceful.  The usual competition to capture patrons was there, but even this activity had...

The smells coming out of the kitchen were amazing.  The combination of baking bananas, roasted walnuts and pecans, and local honey...

The Bonsai stood alone.  There was no setting.  I could not see a context that might indicate it was in a natural...

The invitation could not be refused.  It was a combination of my favourites.  Chefs, Italian cooking, vegetarian cuisine, demonstrations with a special...

As I walked past the playground, I realised the setting was unique.  First, it was night.  Second, it was silent.  No children, no...

An original copy of my university degree is required for my residency visa in the UAE.  There is no room for...