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2 of 11 CELEBRATE A WORLD OF FLAVOURS AT THE GALLERIA AL MARYAH ISLAND: The Galleria Al Maryah Island has launched a Dining Campaign running until June 5, 2021, with a host of exciting food-related activities and special dining offers. With over 100 international dining options from award-winning fine dining to family restaurants, quick bites and cafes, The Galleria is the capital’s number one dining destination offering a world of flavours. Exclusive dining deals can be enjoyed at casual outlets and cafés including Tortilla, Off The Hook, Joga, Urban Work, Kobashi, Al Areesh and Blaze Pizza. As well as fine dining venues like LPM Restaurant & Bar, Loca, 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant. There are also Live Cooking Masterclasses that are free to participate in and so much more.
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After its successful debut in 2015, the Dubai Comedy Festival returns for its third iteration with 10 days of shows, starting on Thursday
, and held in various locations across the city.
While it is tempting to see the big international names, such as US comics Eddie Griffin and Maz Jobrani, the festival will also shine a light on the vibrant UAE comedy scene with talents and styles reflecting the eclectic and multicultural nature of the region.
Here are five UAE comics to check out at the festival.
1. Ali Al Sayed
The elder statesman of UAE stand-up comedy, the Emirati performer has been leading the revival of the local scene, having performed residencies in Dubai since August 2020.