Derek Issacs

A Brit in the Middle East for 27 years and counting, Derek loves scouring the streets for those under-the-radar cultural gems. And when he’s not putting Yalla magazine to bed, you’ll find him working out at the gym.
Category filter
Date filter
Select Date

Your time to rise and shine with these brilliant breakfasts

The Arthouse overlooks the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi

It’s Abu Dhabi’s second branch of this French favourite

Enjoy delicious food, live music, and sustainable pre-loved items for sale

Delve into the history of falconry in the UAE

Choose from unique fab dishes like Emirati tempura-style Popcorn Shrimps

Tickets go on sale this Friday 19 July at 4 pm

It’s the second time this award-winning show has been presented at Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Foundation

Find out when the peak tourist season is in Salalah, Oman

Save up to 40 per cent on tickets to your favourite summer spots

Find out why Lynsay Kilbane set up her business in Abu Dhabi

All the safety tips you need to keep your car safe this summer

Find out how to download the Abu Dhabi Link Bus

3 Fils is coming, and it’s going to be epic!

Supported by a USD1.5 million commitment over three years

All the details of the roadshow locations

Parents, here are the essential tips

All the info you’ll need to help you decide on pet ownership in Abu Dhabi

Enrolment details included too!