• One Degree Cafe's winter pop-up reopened in October on the Dubai-Sharjah border. All photos: Ruel Pableo for The National
    One Degree Cafe's winter pop-up reopened in October on the Dubai-Sharjah border. All photos: Ruel Pableo for The National
  • It offers a selection of food and beverages, including burgers, milkshakes and a wide range of coffees.
    It offers a selection of food and beverages, including burgers, milkshakes and a wide range of coffees.
  • The site is known for its sunset views.
    The site is known for its sunset views.
  • The cafe has live entertainment daily.
    The cafe has live entertainment daily.
  • One Degree Cafe's mascot welcomes visitors to the cafe.
    One Degree Cafe's mascot welcomes visitors to the cafe.
  • The venue features an 'old Emirates look' with traditional elements such as a Bedouin-style camp.
    The venue features an 'old Emirates look' with traditional elements such as a Bedouin-style camp.
  • The venue also offers camel rides for guests.
    The venue also offers camel rides for guests.
  • The cafe is about a 40-minute drive from Downtown Dubai.
    The cafe is about a 40-minute drive from Downtown Dubai.
  • The seasonal pop-up first opened in January last year.
    The seasonal pop-up first opened in January last year.

Sharjah's One Degree Cafe desert pop-up back with a new look and playground


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An easy drive down the Dubai-Hatta motorway takes you to the UAE's original desert cafe. It's difficult to miss — with Arabic classics blasting from the speakers and a Hollywood-style sign that reads: One Degree Winter.

The seasonal pop-up from One Degree Cafe reopened on Saturday, to reinvigorate its followers to head out and enjoy the winter breeze sweeping across the UAE desert.

The outdoor venue is on the Dubai-Sharjah border, about a 40-minute drive from Downtown Dubai — the road-trip element adds to the cafe's allure.

A visit to the venue reveals Instagram-friendly spots, such as a grand archway at the entrance, a statue resembling the landmark Wings of Mexico near The Dubai Mall, as well as a full-body mirror with dramatic red drapery.

Children's play area at One Degree Cafe. Ruel Pableo for The National
Children's play area at One Degree Cafe. Ruel Pableo for The National

Eclectic chairs and tables are spread across the venue, and a makeshift stage is set in the middle. After a successful opening last year, One Degree Cafe introduced live entertainment, which it plans to continue this year. The entertainment line-up varies, but it typically includes a fire show and a band.

A prominent feature at the venue this year is a playground for children, making it even more family friendly. The Bedouin-style camp is still there, because owner Ahmed Abdulla Alketbi wants customers to experience “old Emirates” nostalgia.

Speaking to The National last year, the owner said it was important for the venue to show the “traditional beauty of the UAE”.

“We’ve recreated it with the look of the old Emirates, while still keeping it modern. For example, we’ve created some structures to resemble those they had in the UAE a long time ago,” he said.

The cafe offers a limited selection of food options — burgers, fries, and hot dogs — a menu that Alketbi said he helped to create. There are hot and cold coffee options, as well as sweet treats including local favourite luquiamat drizzled in date sauce.

Scroll through the gallery below to see other attractions that have reopened for the winter

  • Global Village will reopen on October 27. Photo: Global Village
    Global Village will reopen on October 27. Photo: Global Village
  • Dubai Safari Park, which spans 119 hectares and provides climate-suitable habitats for thousands of creatures, has reopened. Photo: Dubai Safari Park
    Dubai Safari Park, which spans 119 hectares and provides climate-suitable habitats for thousands of creatures, has reopened. Photo: Dubai Safari Park
  • The Dubai Miracle Garden will reopen in October, although an exact date is yet to be confirmed. Antonie Robertson / The National
    The Dubai Miracle Garden will reopen in October, although an exact date is yet to be confirmed. Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Dubai Garden Glow has already reopened for the autumn and winter seasons. AFP
    Dubai Garden Glow has already reopened for the autumn and winter seasons. AFP
  • Hatta Wadi Hub has reopened for its fifth season with mountain activities and new experiences. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Hatta Wadi Hub has reopened for its fifth season with mountain activities and new experiences. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Bear Grylls Explorers Camp in Ras Al Khaimah is welcoming guests back after a summer break. Photo: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
    Bear Grylls Explorers Camp in Ras Al Khaimah is welcoming guests back after a summer break. Photo: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
  • Sharjah Safari Park, one of the largest in the world outside of Africa, is now open. Antonie Robertson / The National
    Sharjah Safari Park, one of the largest in the world outside of Africa, is now open. Antonie Robertson / The National
South Africa squad

Faf du Plessis (captain), Hashim Amla, Temba Bavuma, Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Theunis de Bruyn, AB de Villiers, Dean Elgar, Heinrich Klaasen (wicketkeeper), Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Morne Morkel, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Vernon Philander and Kagiso Rabada.

History's medical milestones

1799 - First small pox vaccine administered

1846 - First public demonstration of anaesthesia in surgery

1861 - Louis Pasteur published his germ theory which proved that bacteria caused diseases

1895 - Discovery of x-rays

1923 - Heart valve surgery performed successfully for first time

1928 - Alexander Fleming discovers penicillin

1953 - Structure of DNA discovered

1952 - First organ transplant - a kidney - takes place 

1954 - Clinical trials of birth control pill

1979 - MRI, or magnetic resonance imaging, scanned used to diagnose illness and injury.

1998 - The first adult live-donor liver transplant is carried out

The Bio

Favourite place in UAE: Al Rams pearling village

What one book should everyone read: Any book written before electricity was invented. When a writer willingly worked under candlelight, you know he/she had a real passion for their craft

Your favourite type of pearl: All of them. No pearl looks the same and each carries its own unique characteristics, like humans

Best time to swim in the sea: When there is enough light to see beneath the surface

Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
  • Priority access to new homes from participating developers
  • Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
  • Flexible payment plans from developers
  • Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
  • DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates

 

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RESULTS

6.30pm: Handicap (rated 95-108) US$125,000 2000m (Dirt).
Winner: Don’t Give Up, Gerald Mosse (jockey), Saeed bin Suroor (trainer).

7.05pm: Handicap (95 ) $160,000 2810m (Turf).
Winner: Los Barbados, Adrie de Vries, Fawzi Nass.

7.40pm: Handicap (80-89) $60,000 1600m (D).
Winner: Claim The Roses, Mickael Barzalona, Salem bin Ghadayer.

8.15pm: UAE 2000 Guineas Trial (Div-1) Conditions $100,000 1,400m (D)
Winner: Gold Town, William Buick, Charlie Appleby.

8.50pm: Cape Verdi Group 2 $200,000 1600m (T).
Winner: Promising Run, Patrick Cosgrave, Saeed bin Suroor.

9.25pm: UAE 2000 Guineas Conditions $100,000 1,400m (D).
Winner: El Chapo, Luke Morris, Fawzi Nass.

Klopp at the Kop

Matches 68; Wins 35; Draws 19; Losses 14; Goals For 133; Goals Against 82

  • Eighth place in Premier League in 2015/16
  • Runners-up in Europa League in 2016
  • Runners-up in League Cup in 2016
  • Fourth place in Premier League in 2016/17
The specs

Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged and three electric motors

Power: Combined output 920hp

Torque: 730Nm at 4,000-7,000rpm

Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic

Fuel consumption: 11.2L/100km

On sale: Now, deliveries expected later in 2025

Price: expected to start at Dh1,432,000

FIXTURES

UAE’s remaining fixtures in World Cup qualification R2
Oct 8: Malaysia (h)
Oct 13: Indonesia (a)
Nov 12: Thailand (h)
Nov 17: Vietnam (h)
 

Fixtures (6pm UAE unless stated)

Saturday Bournemouth v Leicester City, Chelsea v Manchester City (8.30pm), Huddersfield v Tottenham Hotspur (3.30pm), Manchester United v Crystal Palace, Stoke City v Southampton, West Bromwich Albion v Watford, West Ham United v Swansea City

Sunday Arsenal v Brighton (3pm), Everton v Burnley (5.15pm), Newcastle United v Liverpool (6.30pm)

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MATCH INFO

Barcelona 2
Suarez (10'), Messi (52')

Real Madrid 2
Ronaldo (14'), Bale (72')

Results

6.30pm: Al Maktoum Challenge Round-2 Group 1 (PA) US$75,000 (Dirt) 1,900m

Winner: Ziyadd, Richard Mullen (jockey), Jean de Roualle (trainer).

7.05pm: Al Rashidiya Group 2 (TB) $250,000 (Turf) 1,800m

Winner: Barney Roy, William Buick, Charlie Appleby.

7.40pm: Meydan Cup Listed Handicap (TB) $175,000 (T) 2,810m

Winner: Secret Advisor, Tadhg O’Shea, Charlie Appleby.

8.15pm: Handicap (TB) $175,000 (D) 1,600m

Winner: Plata O Plomo, Carlos Lopez, Susanne Berneklint.

8.50pm: Handicap (TB) $135,000 (T) 1,600m

Winner: Salute The Soldier, Adrie de Vries, Fawzi Nass.

9.25pm: Al Shindagha Sprint Group 3 (TB) $200,000 (D) 1,200m

Winner: Gladiator King, Mickael Barzalona, Satish Seemar.

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Updated: November 03, 2022, 4:01 AM