Chicago's famous Potbelly Sandwich Shop topped our to-do list when it opened recently. We arrived at the restaurant at the peak of lunch hour and it was packed with businessmen and tourists all ready to get a crunchy bite of the Windy City. Armed with an Oreo shake in one hand and an oozing toasted roast beef sandwich smothered in provolone cheese in the other, we dug in. Needless to say our sandwich was delicious and fresh and the shake hit the spot - all for only Dh33.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop, lower ground floor, Dubai Mall, 04 325 3090
Creative interiors
Like a moth to a flame, we are immediately drawn to this fabulous cushion. It's instantly recognisable as the work of Pablo Picasso, who once famously said, "Give me a museum and I'll fill it". Well, we say, why only a museum when we can use our own sitting room as a gallery? Woven by traditional French craftsmen on a jacquard loom, this vibrant tapestry cushion cover makes an artistic statement in any home.
Portrait De Dora Maar cushion cover, Dh412, available at www.conranshop.co.uk
The art of fashion
After poring over the book The Hermès Scarf: History & Mystique, we have become quite a fan of the legendary square of silk. We love the fact that Hermès scarves are steeped in history (1937 was the year they were born), and that you can drape them over your shoulders to add an air of glamour to pretty much any outfit.Indulge in the luxury brand's creative and whimsical world with this silk twill scarf from the Spring/Summer 2011 collection.
Dh1,550, Hermès Boutiques, Dubai Mall, 04 330 8385; BurJuman Centre, 04 351 1190
A chic read
We admit it, we are fascinated by the lives of celebrities; who they are, how they spend their time, their sense of style and what inspires them. A coffee table must-have, The ELLEments of Personal Style is a fascinating book featuring 25 case studies of style icons, including Erin Wasson, Milla Jovovich, Anjelica Huston and Christina Hendricks. Packed with beautiful photos, personal portraits and style-inspiration boards, this book gives you an all-access pass and takes you behind the scenes into the workplaces, homes and wardrobes of each of the women it features. Nosy? Us? Never.
The ELLEments of Personal Style, Dh120, Magrudy's nationwide, www.magrudy.com
Trendy and tidy
When we heard that the Italian brand Campo Marzio Design was opening its first boutique in the UAE, we spread the word. Campo Marzio is known for its colourful and stylish pens, leather goods and office accessories and we love the fact that we can become more organised in style. Whether for work or travel, this dapper leather document holder can be used to file all our papers or as a laptop holder, giving us more valuable space in our bags.
Dh400, Campo Mario Design, Shop 34, Souk Qaryat Al Beri, 02 558 0058
Walking on sunshine
With warm weather just around the corner, nothing saves our feet from the baking heat better than a pair of pretty sandals. Nina Ricci's new artistic director, Peter Copping, had us at Spring/Summer 2010 with his first collection for the brand, and these sunny medium-height heels reinforced those feelings.
Dh8,100, Etoile La Boutique, Mall of the Emirates, 04 341 4166
Peekaboo, I see you
Ever since Fendi's "Peekaboo" bag hit the shops it was an instant fashion hit. The everyday bag, which is meant to be worn with one of the clasps undone so you can see the printed lining, ticks all the right boxes: big enough to carry in the day, dressy enough for the evening and monogram-free with a sleek shape (designer overload is so three years ago). This yellow version with classic brown leopard print is also great for spring's colour-blocking trend.
Dh13,650, Marina Mall, 02 681 3553; Dubai Mall, 04 339 9782, and elsewhere
Guide to intelligent investing
Investing success often hinges on discipline and perspective. As markets fluctuate, remember these guiding principles:
- Stay invested: Time in the market, not timing the market, is critical to long-term gains.
- Rational thinking: Breathe and avoid emotional decision-making; let logic and planning guide your actions.
- Strategic patience: Understand why you’re investing and allow time for your strategies to unfold.
The Sand Castle
Director: Matty Brown
Stars: Nadine Labaki, Ziad Bakri, Zain Al Rafeea, Riman Al Rafeea
Rating: 2.5/5
APPLE IPAD MINI (A17 PRO)
Display: 21cm Liquid Retina Display, 2266 x 1488, 326ppi, 500 nits
Chip: Apple A17 Pro, 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Storage: 128/256/512GB
Main camera: 12MP wide, f/1.8, digital zoom up to 5x, Smart HDR 4
Front camera: 12MP ultra-wide, f/2.4, Smart HDR 4, full-HD @ 25/30/60fps
Biometrics: Touch ID, Face ID
Colours: Blue, purple, space grey, starlight
In the box: iPad mini, USB-C cable, 20W USB-C power adapter
Price: From Dh2,099
Biog:
Age: 34
Favourite superhero: Batman
Favourite sport: anything extreme
Favourite person: Muhammad Ali
Vidaamuyarchi
Director: Magizh Thirumeni
Stars: Ajith Kumar, Arjun Sarja, Trisha Krishnan, Regina Cassandra
Rating: 4/5
DUBAI SEVENS 2018 DRAW
Gulf Men’s League
Pool A – Dubai Exiles, Dubai Hurricanes, Bahrain, Dubai Sports City Eagles
Pool B – Jebel Ali Dragons, Abu Dhabi Saracens, Abu Dhabi Harlequins, Al Ain Amblers
Gulf Men’s Open
Pool A – Bahrain Firbolgs, Arabian Knights, Yalla Rugby, Muscat
Pool B – Amman Citadel, APB Dubai Sharks, Jebel Ali Dragons 2, Saudi Rugby
Pool C – Abu Dhabi Harlequins 2, Roberts Construction, Dubai Exiles 2
Pool D – Dubai Tigers, UAE Shaheen, Sharjah Wanderers, Amman Citadel 2
Gulf U19 Boys
Pool A – Deira International School, Dubai Hurricanes, British School Al Khubairat, Jumeirah English Speaking School B
Pool B – Dubai English Speaking College 2, Jumeirah College, Dubai College A, Abu Dhabi Harlequins 2
Pool C – Bahrain Colts, Al Yasmina School, DESC, DC B
Pool D – Al Ain Amblers, Repton Royals, Dubai Exiles, Gems World Academy Dubai
Pool E – JESS A, Abu Dhabi Sharks, Abu Dhabi Harlequins 1, EC
Gulf Women
Pool A – Kuwait Scorpions, Black Ruggers, Dubai Sports City Eagles, Dubai Hurricanes 2
Pool B – Emirates Firebirds, Sharjah Wanderers, RAK Rides, Beirut Aconites
Pool C – Dubai Hurricanes, Emirates Firebirds 2, Abu Dhabi Saracens, Transforma Panthers
Pool D – AUC Wolves, Dubai Hawks, Abu Dhabi Harlequins, Al Ain Amblers
Gulf U19 Girls
Pool A – Dubai Exiles, BSAK, DESC, Al Maha
Pool B – Arabian Knights, Dubai Hurricanes, Al Ain Amblers, Abu Dhabi Harlequins
If you go
Where to stay: Courtyard by Marriott Titusville Kennedy Space Centre has unparalleled views of the Indian River. Alligators can be spotted from hotel room balconies, as can several rocket launch sites. The hotel also boasts cool space-themed decor.
When to go: Florida is best experienced during the winter months, from November to May, before the humidity kicks in.
How to get there: Emirates currently flies from Dubai to Orlando five times a week.
Fifa Club World Cup quarter-final
Kashima Antlers 3 (Nagaki 49’, Serginho 69’, Abe 84’)
Guadalajara 2 (Zaldivar 03’, Pulido 90')
MATCH INFO
Championship play-offs, second legs:
Aston Villa 0
Middlesbrough 0
(Aston Villa advance 1-0 on aggregate)
Fulham 2
Sessegnon (47'), Odoi (66')
Derby County 0
(Fulham advance 2-1 on aggregate)
Final
Saturday, May 26, Wembley. Kick off 8pm (UAE)
Formula Middle East Calendar (Formula Regional and Formula 4)
Round 1: January 17-19, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 2: January 22-23, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 3: February 7-9, Dubai Autodrome – Dubai
Round 4: February 14-16, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 5: February 25-27, Jeddah Corniche Circuit – Saudi Arabia
The specs
Engine: 3-litre twin-turbo V6
Power: 400hp
Torque: 475Nm
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
Price: From Dh215,900
On sale: Now
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Try out the test yourself
Q1 Suppose you had $100 in a savings account and the interest rate was 2 per cent per year. After five years, how much do you think you would have in the account if you left the money to grow?
a) More than $102
b) Exactly $102
c) Less than $102
d) Do not know
e) Refuse to answer
Q2 Imagine that the interest rate on your savings account was 1 per cent per year and inflation was 2 per cent per year. After one year, how much would you be able to buy with the money in this account?
a) More than today
b) Exactly the same as today
c) Less than today
d) Do not know
e) Refuse to answer
Q4 Do you think that the following statement is true or false? “Buying a single company stock usually provides a safer return than a stock mutual fund.”
a) True
b) False
d) Do not know
e) Refuse to answer
The “Big Three” financial literacy questions were created by Professors Annamaria Lusardi of the George Washington School of Business and Olivia Mitchell, of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Answers: Q1 More than $102 (compound interest). Q2 Less than today (inflation). Q3 False (diversification).
Various Artists
Habibi Funk: An Eclectic Selection Of Music From The Arab World (Habibi Funk)
The specs
Engine: Direct injection 4-cylinder 1.4-litre
Power: 150hp
Torque: 250Nm
Price: From Dh139,000
On sale: Now
PROFILE OF STARZPLAY
Date started: 2014
Founders: Maaz Sheikh, Danny Bates
Based: Dubai, UAE
Sector: Entertainment/Streaming Video On Demand
Number of employees: 125
Investors/Investment amount: $125 million. Major investors include Starz/Lionsgate, State Street, SEQ and Delta Partners
