Panna Munyal

Panna Munyal

Lifestyle Editor


The Railway Market, known for its food vendors, has been redesigned for season 29. Photo: Global Village
What's new at Global Village this year?

Jordan and Iraq pavilions, redesigned Railway Market and stunt shows have been unveiled

October 16, 2024
Ren melds Japanese and Latin American flavours and is now open in Dubai Media City. Photo: Ren
10 new restaurants opening in Dubai in October

As cooler climes set in, the food scene in the emirate is garnished with a number of new eateries

October 13, 2024
Hindu worshippers offer burnt effigies of the Hindu demon Ravana during Dussehra. AFP
Navratri to Dussehra: Why the nine nights are auspicious for Hindus

Representing the triumph of good over evil, it marks an auspicious time for Hindus

October 12, 2024
The decor at Gigi Dubai is dominated by lush foliage, a rustic palette and white parasols. Photo: Gigi Rigolatto
Gigi Rigolatto becomes first restaurant to open at J1 Beach in Dubai

The family-friendly Italian beach house has a play area and Mediterranean-style garden

October 10, 2024
Wallpaper imprinted with The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. Photo: The Met x Sedar Global.
Famous Met paintings turned into wallpaper and cushions

Available in Dubai and Abu Dhabi through Sedar, the collection aims to make art more accessible

October 05, 2024
Grown-ups can partake in several activities too as co-founder Pratik Patwari notes: 'Our goal is to offer adventure, creativity and fun to people of all ages.' Photo: Loco Bear
Games galore and diverse dishes: Dubai's new indoor play area

Sprawling entertainment hub is a veritable labour of love

September 26, 2024
A tremendous amount of stamina is required to function on but a few hours of sleep after having a child. Panna Munyal / The National
Being an older mum at 40 is exhausting - but empowering

Do I wish I had more energy to deal with the alarming number of children's birthday parties and WhatsApp parent groups? Definitely, but...

September 20, 2024
Chic Italian venue Isabella Cucina can be found at Vida Hills Hotel. Photo: Isabella Cucina Italiana
Five restaurants opening this month, from steakhouse to cevicheria

Two Italian venues have also launched, one in Emirates Hills and the other at Dubai Mall

September 20, 2024
Delicate and dainty dishes from the Argentinian restaurant Casa Vigil will be served in the capital. Casa Vigil / Instagram
Michelin food festival is returning to Abu Dhabi – here's what's on

The three-day event in November will include dishes from starred restaurants

September 19, 2024
DuangDy was praised in this year's Michelin Guide, merely weeks after launching. Photo: DuangDy
Decision to shut Qabu and DuangDy 'not made lightly', says developer

However, no specific reason given for closing both restaurants six months after opening in Dubai

September 11, 2024
Prices for the GAC GS8 start at Dh170,000, almost Dh60,000 less than the new Patrol. Antonie Robertson / The National
Five cars to buy if you don't want a Nissan Patrol

From price to power to performance, these motors provide a similar experience but with a twist

September 06, 2024
Refrain from sleeping in the daytime except for the odd catnap if you want to avoid jet lag. Getty Images
How to cure jet lag: Sunlight, short naps and no sleep debt

Living as the locals in your time zone do is another effective hack, say experts

August 24, 2024
Catch an exhibition by Emirati artist Faezeh Mohammed Hassan in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Four Seasons Hotel Al Maryah Island
Emirati Women’s Day offers: Oud workshop to staycaytion deals

Plus, here's where to head to for a subsidised Wagyu menu or a free documentary screening

August 18, 2024
'Ricezempic' entails drinking the water in which uncooked rice is soaked. Getty Images
Ozempic alternatives for weight loss: Vinegar, oats and rice water

'Ricezempic' has some health benefits, but it should not be consumed as meal replacement, say experts

August 16, 2024
The Milky Way as spotted at Al Quaa in the Abu Dhabi desert. Photo: Winn W Gomez
Star struck: Secluded Abu Dhabi spot offering views of Milky Way

One of the darkest places in the UAE, the desert location is a stellar spot to watch celestial bodies and events such as supermoons and meteors

August 15, 2024