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@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

@SceneNowUAE: A skateboard, a basketball hoop, a Hollywood celebrity, an ancient Armenian folk song—disparate elements, but all recurring motifs in the work of Stephany Sanossian.

Her mixed-media collages don’t just challenge the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity, memory and reinvention—they dismantle them entirely.

Born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, of Armenian descent, and currently creating art between the Emirates and Lebanon, Sanossian’s work is shaped by a profound sense of movement—across places, histories, and identities. Her pieces ask urgent questions: What does it mean to belong? How does nostalgia shape identity? And what are roots, if not connections?

A multidisciplinary artist and designer, Sanossian moves fluidly between collage, installation, digital art, and traditional Syrian craftsmanship. One moment, she’s reconstructing Aleppo’s souq with superimposed images of Kim Kardashian; the next, she’s collaborating with a craftsman in Damascus to create handmade Syrian marquetry. Nothing is off-limits in her world—except artistic stagnation.

Her latest installation, Beneath the Ashes, which debuted at the ‘Next Chapter Edition 1’ exhibit by Iris Contemporary Space at Foundry Downtown in Dubai, draws on the poetry of Adonis, the legendary Syrian-Lebanese writer. The piece is rooted in displacement and memory, weaving in the lines:

“Beneath the ashes, I search for my roots,
For the first tales the sun wrote on the face of trees.”

“Identity is both inherited and created,” Sanossian says. “I wanted to explore what it means to hold on to something that constantly shifts.”

Read our full interview with Sanossian on SceneNow.com or download the #SceneNow app (link in bio).

🖊️ Mariam Elmiesiry

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

#SceneNowUAE: Bait Elowal isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a passage through time.

Stepping into this newly opened cultural haven in Sharjah feels like crossing a threshold where the past and present blend seamlessly. The scent of saffron and cardamom drifts through the air, mingling with the low hum of conversation, the gentle splash of water from a courtyard fountain. Here, history isn’t just remembered—it’s lived.

Founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al-Qassemi, Bait Elowal—meaning ‘Home of the Traveler’—honors Sharjah’s legacy as a historic trading hub. Designed to reflect the emirate’s deep connections to the Silk Road and Maghrebi influences, it is more than a dining experience; it’s a tribute to centuries of movement, exchange, and hospitality.

At Al-Atlas (Supper Club), guests embark on a sensory journey through time. The menu is an odyssey of flavors—Persian Borani-e Esfenaj, Moroccan Mast-o-Khiar, Mughlai Saffron Phirni, and Italian Arborio Risotto—inspired by the very trade routes that once passed through Sharjah’s shores.

But Bait Elowal is more than a restaurant. It is a living museum of tradition and craftsmanship. The Soghat Elowal gallery showcases handcrafted textiles, ceramics, and slow fashion pieces, offering visitors a tangible connection to Emirati artistry. Kutubkhana (Library) is a sanctuary for literary explorers, stocked with Arabic and English works that trace the Silk Road’s legacy.

Above it all, the Al-Marmas tea terrace provides an open-air retreat for conversation and storytelling—an Emirati majlis reimagined. Over delicately spiced teas and date-studded sweets, guests gather in the same spirit of exchange that defined Sharjah for centuries.

As Sheikha Bodour puts it: “Bait Elowal is a tribute to the values of care and hospitality shared by Emirati people and embodies the essence of our identity.”

For the full experience head to www.SceneNow.com (link in bio) or download the #SceneNow App.

🖊 Ahmed Amin

Arena-rock band Imagine Dragons are set to headline the Yasalam After-Race Concerts, part of this year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix four-night live entertainment programme running alongside the race weekend from December 3rd to 6th.

With over a decade’s worth of global hits like 'Believer', 'Demons', and 'Radioactive', Imagine Dragons will hit Etihad Arena on Saturday, December 5th with their signature anthemic sound, explosive choruses and emotionally charged rock performances.

Imagine Dragons joins Zara Larsson and Lewis Capaldi as part of this year’s star-studded Yasalam After-Race Concerts line-up, with more artists expected to be announced soon.

Access to the concerts is exclusive to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket holders, with tickets available through the official Abu Dhabi GP website.

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@SceneTraveller Etihad Airways is giving its Abu Dhabi-Paris route a serious summer upgrade, with plans to operate two daily Airbus A380 flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle from July 1st.

The expanded schedule will see the airline run three daily flights between Zayed Abu Dhabi International Airport and the French capital, including two A380 services departing in the morning and afternoon, alongside a third daily Boeing 787-9 flight. The move makes Paris one of only a handful of destinations worldwide to receive Etihad’s double-daily A380 service.

Beyond the added capacity, the upgrade gives travellers more chances to experience the airline’s double-decker flagship on one of Europe’s busiest leisure and business routes.

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Over Eid al Adha weekend, Dubai Festival City Mall is turning into a gamer’s haven with the arrival of Red Bull Gaming Ground from May 27th to 31st.

Taking over the waterfront destination with multiple interactive zones, the event brings together EA FC tournaments, sim racing challenges, couch gaming sessions and physical football competitions, alongside daily leaderboard challenges with prizes including GameExpo tickets and exclusive merchandise up for grabs.

Visitors will also get a chance to qualify for the EA FC tournament finals taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre on June 5th and 6th, while casual players can hit the 'couch gaming zone' for Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and more.

Entry is free. For more information, visit Dubai Festival City’s official website.

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Thumbay Group has launched the UAE’s first private veterinary teaching hospital and college at Thumbay Medicity in cooperation with Gulf Medical University. Groundbreaking for the project took place in the presence of Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi and Thumbay Moideen.

The integrated campus includes an 85,000 square foot multi-speciality teaching hospital and veterinary college bringing together clinical services, academic training, and future farm-based learning facilities. According to the project details, the hospital is being developed to international standards and will include specialised sections for surgery, diagnostic imaging, intensive care, laboratory services, and isolation units.

Clinical services will cover household pets including dogs, cats, and exotic animals, alongside horses, camels, and livestock.
A dedicated teaching farm is also planned as part of the next development phase to support practical learning in herd health, farm management, and production animal medicine.

The veterinary college will operate under Gulf Medical University through a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programme focused on clinical training, evidence-based practice, and research linked to regional veterinary needs. The project also includes partnerships with several regional and international veterinary institutions and research centres including Royal Veterinary College London, Sharjah Equine Hospital, Sharjah Falcon Hospital, UAQ Camel Breeding Centre, and Don State University.

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@StartupSceneME: Sweden-based PlayReplay, which develops AI-powered systems for racquet sports, has raised $12 million to support international expansion plans across the Middle East including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Egypt.

Founded in 2019 by Hans Lundstam and Mattias Hanqvist, the company develops AI-driven court systems that combine real-time electronic line calling, coaching tools, and match analytics aimed at players beyond the professional tier.

The funding round was led by Alfvén & Didrikson with participation from Centre Court Capital, ExM Investment Partners, Charbe Partners, Crimson Sports Capital, and a fund managed by LionTree.

PlayReplay is also expanding through a regional partnership with Söderhub focused on investment opportunities and institutional partnerships across the Middle East.

“PlayReplay technology is already proven and making waves in markets such as the US and Canada,” Magdy Shehata said in a statement. “We believe the Middle East represents a strong long-term opportunity, where ambition, investment, and appetite for next-generation sports infrastructure are accelerating.”

According to the company, the new funding will support broader international rollout plans, deeper deployment across sports clubs and federations, and expansion into additional sports beyond tennis.

PlayReplay stated that its wider focus remains on making advanced tennis tracking and analysis tools more accessible beyond elite-level competition.

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Dubai South and Majid Al Futtaim have signed an agreement to develop a 22 million square foot mixed-use community near Al Maktoum International Airport with a total projected value of AED 62 billion.

The project will include residential districts, retail spaces, lifestyle facilities, and a large shopping mall planned as a central destination within the development. According to Dubai South, the site is strategically positioned near Al Maktoum International Airport and connected to major highways and transport corridors across Dubai.

The mall component will be developed by Majid Al Futtaim, which operates retail destinations including Mall of the Emirates alongside more than 20 malls across the region.

Ahmed Galal Ismail, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Holding, said the project reflects the company’s long-term investment outlook for Dubai and its next phase of urban expansion.

Nabil Alkindi, Group CEO of Dubai South, described the agreement as part of wider development plans aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and broader goals tied to sustainable urban growth and integrated communities.

The development adds to the ongoing expansion of Dubai South, an area positioned around Al Maktoum International Airport and planned as a major logistics, aviation, residential, and business district within Dubai’s long-term growth strategy.

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@StartupSceneME: RemotePass, a UAE-founded company focused on global employment, payroll, and workforce payments, has raised $17.4 million in Series B funding to support expansion beyond the Middle East.

The round was led by EBRD Venture Capital, with participation from 500 Global and existing investors including Oraseya Capital, 212 VC, Access Bridge Ventures, and Khwarizmi Ventures.

Founded in 2021 by Kamal Reggad and Karim Nadi, the company is also backed by BECO Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, and Wamda Capital.

According to the company, the new capital will support expansion across Europe and the United States, alongside further investment in compliance infrastructure, AI tools, and financial services products.

RemotePass reached profitability in early 2025 before reinvesting into international growth, embedded fintech, and AI capabilities. The company also launched SpendCards in late 2025, combining payroll, contractor payments, and company expenses within one platform.

“This round is about acceleration,” Kamal Reggad said. “Building a globally competitive platform from the region, in a market that incumbents underestimated, is something we are incredibly proud of.”

RemotePass stated that its platform now supports more than 35,000 workers across over 150 countries and has facilitated more than $800 million in cross-border payroll payments.

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The United Arab Emirates has retained the world’s top passport ranking for 2026 according to the Arton Capital Passport Index, with Emirati passport holders receiving access to 182 destinations worldwide.

The score of 182 is the highest recorded in the history of the ranking, which tracks real-time changes in global travel mobility and passport access. The UAE has held the top position globally since 2018.

Singapore ranked second in the 2026 index with a score of 175, while Malaysia remained the only other Asian passport within the top tier rankings at 17th place. The report also noted that passports from several European countries continued to dominate the upper positions, including Spain, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, and Denmark.

Luxembourg climbed from 10th to fifth place compared with 2025 rankings, while South Korea and Japan both dropped four positions, with South Korea falling outside the top 20.
Beyond individual passport rankings, the Passport Index reported that the World Openness Score — which measures global accessibility — declined again in 2026 to its lowest level since 2023.

According to the report, the trend reflects tighter border systems, expanded digital entry controls, and increasing restrictions tied to visa categories and nationalities. The report stated that only 11 countries improved their mobility scores during 2026 compared with 24 countries in 2025.

It also highlighted declines within the Welcoming Countries ranking for Australia, United States, Canada, and New Zealand amid tighter entry regulations and evolving border systems.

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Estonia-based ride-sharing service Bolt has launched app-based limousine ride-hailing services in Abu Dhabi, allowing residents and visitors to book rides through a network of licensed fleet operators, drivers, and vehicles.

According to the company, taxi services are also expected to launch in the coming weeks as the platform expands its operations in the capital through a partnership with Dubai Taxi Company.
The rollout follows Bolt’s expansion in Dubai, where 1,823 National Taxi vehicles were integrated into the platform during the first quarter of 2026.

Dubai Taxi Company stated that e-hailing activity across its taxi and limousine divisions grew 24% year-on-year during 2025, with an additional 9% increase recorded in the first quarter of 2026.
Dubai Taxi Company said the expansion forms part of wider plans to increase accessible mobility services for residents, visitors, and businesses across the UAE.

The company currently operates more than 11,000 vehicles across taxi, limousine, bus, and delivery bike services, including over 6,800 taxis.

According to the company, its taxi and limousine divisions completed 53 million trips during 2025, while the operator holds approximately 47% of Dubai’s taxi market by fleet size.

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@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy

@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy

@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy

@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy

@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy

@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy

@SceneTraveller Tucked deep within Marrakech’s palm grove, where the air smells faintly of roses and orange blossom, Palais Ronsard feels like the setting of a glamorous old-world conspiracy. The kind of place where velvet curtains sway dramatically at midnight, forgotten aperitifs arrive in crystal glasses, and every corridor looks suspiciously cinematic.

Originally built as a private residence in the 1930s, the property has since transformed into one of Marrakech’s most extravagant boutique stays, marrying Moroccan craftsmanship with the grandeur of European Art Deco design. Across the estate, sweeping archways, black-and-white marble details, antique furnishings, and intricate zellige tilework create a mood somewhere between royal residence and film set.

The hotel’s 28 suites and private residences lean fully into the fantasy. Some open onto secluded gardens shaded by olive trees, while others overlook palm-lined pathways and reflecting pools that shimmer under the Marrakech sun. Inside, heavy fabrics, carved wood, vintage-inspired décor, and sprawling soaking tubs make every room feel intentionally theatrical—the sort of place that practically demands silk robes and room service.

Outside, the grounds unfold across 20,000 square metres of manicured gardens planted with Pierre de Ronsard roses, towering palms, and centuries-old olive trees. Birds echo through the pathways, fountains murmur softly in hidden corners, and the entire estate seems designed to slow time down to an impossibly elegant pace.

Full feature at SceneTraveller.com.

🖊 Ziyad El-Helbawy