Café Arabia is a celebration of Arabian art and culture, in a contemporary and urban café setting. The décor captures the imagination of patrons who appreciate the menu and the
Corner of My Eye
Suddenly the drunken sweetheart appeared out of my door. She drank a cup of ruby drink and sat by my side. Seeing and holding the lockets of her hair My
Narjes Noureddine
Narjes Noureddine is a young Emirati female calligrapher who has studied from the masters in three countries, and who is striving hard to make a name for herself as a
Moving Away
This is probably the last media column for Tempo I’ll be writing in the UAE. My work contract expired on the last day of February, and I’m looking forward to
Emirati Bride
By Noura Abdullah Rashid Al Noaimi – (My personal story)
“The loudness of her compressed heartbeats rang in her ears as she tried to wear a layer of calm serenity. Getting ready to be gazed at from unknown eyes as she stepped into a distant light like she’s staring at the sun from underwater. Holding her breath, waiting… anticipating. It’s time to walk down the aisle, dressed in white, entering her new kingdom.”
Granny,Take Me Home
By Sara Taher
Taxis are a predominant feature of everyday life in the nation’s capital. Since my arrival five years ago, I have relied solely on taxis and the kindness (or pity) of friends for mobility. Even car owners readily opt for cabs on outings, as parking in the city can sometimes be cumbersome, if not an utter nightmare. Although the post of taxi driver was initially reserved exclusively for men, I was pleasantly surprised when I hopped into a cab the other day only to be greeted by a woman!
CAT SUPERHEROES
Every Sunday evening, I meet my good friends Shafic and Marwan in front of Mariah Mall on Najda Street. Marwan comes prepared with a big bag full of cat food, fresh water and disposable dishes. Our task? To visit 12 spots designated on a map delivering fresh supplies to the stray cats there.
PICTURE PERFECT
– by Kulsoom Zakir
Tempo: Ali, how did you come to UAE ?
I was born in Baghdad, and was raised in a number of different countries from Greece to England, to Canada as well! At some point my parents moved to UAE to make a better living, and this is how I ended up being here. I’m currently working as a photographer in one of the companies here in Abu Dhabi called Next Vision Production House.
Volcano fountain
– by Maxine Guarnier
Abu Dhabi today is the city of malls, beaches, and summer events. But that was not the case until six years ago. Life for any person in Abu Dhabi centered around the famous Volcano Fountain on the Corniche.