4 for the Weekend
(Image description: the words 'Smash the stress away' are in all caps in white font on a black background)
Planning activities for the weekend is a fun task now. Less task-esque, more fun.
The weather is becoming increasingly activity-friendly for doing things. Our previous post is proof, we are taking our timeouts seriously.
So much so, we have combined (successfully, if we can say so), our love for Startups and the need for a timeout, for you. Here's the plan. While you are out having a good time as an individual or a family, you can support Startups! Win-Win.
Presenting the first of many '4 for the Weekend'. Read till the end for the bonus feature.
1. Homemade Emirati breakfast courtesy
(Image description: The logo of Meet the Locals. The alphabet o is in the shape of the navigation symbol.)
We are kicking things off with food.
At AED 135/- per person, hosted in Dubai, food is only the tip of the iceberg. Be prepared to experience and embrace the warmth and hospitality that is the Emirati culture.
Expats or tourists, all are welcome.
The full list of offerings are available online. Enquiries can be made via direct messages to their Instagram account.
It is advised that the team is contacted in advance to reserve a spot (or spots) in an upcoming session.
About the StartUp
Meet the Locals are a team of Emirati volunteers and certified tour guides who are passionate about sharing their culture with visitors and expats through carefully curated events and tours.
Founded by Emiratis Abdullah Al Matar and Khadija Behzad, this StartUp is bridging cultural gaps in the UAE by engaging all the senses. Delicious authentic food for taste and sight, traditional music and poetry that are a treat for the ears, fragrances and perfumes for a unique olfactory experience all the way upto traditional crafts to explore and enjoy, we gather you might want to stay past breakfast time.
(Prices are VAT Inclusive)
2. 'Simply Watercolours' workshop courtesy
(Image description: The logo of Pretty Paper Studio. It is in a cursive font. There are four tulips under the word studio).
Don’t want to venture outdoors? Prefer being within the comfort of your home? Then grab your comfy pyjamas and get out those watercolours that you bought and have been gathering dust. It’s time to paint.
For AED 40/- this self paced workshop is the perfect solution to learning more about watercolours without the worrying about the how-to.
Check out their website and social media for the latest workshops and unique products.
About the StartUp
A paper craft haven, set up by Nielouphar (Neelu) Abdurahiman out of her love for crafting and preserving personal memories. With an inline store stocked with scores of goodies and things that Stationery dreams are made of, the website address will easily make it to your favourites list.
Along with delivering paper craft supplies, Pretty Paper Studio also organises workshops held at their store and studio in Deira, Dubai. They also organise craft related parties for birthdays and baby showers. If this has sparked your interest, feel free to contact them to organise a unique party experience for you!
(Prices are exclusive of VAT)
3. Smash away courtesy
(Image description: The logo of The Smash Room, with the tag line 'Have a Shattering Time', in all Caps. There are two baseball bats in crisscross formation in the background.)
Maybe the idea of throwing dinner plates at a concrete wall is the therapeutic experience you’re seeking.
Take along an understanding friend, for the ‘Two 2 Tango’ at AED 399/- You will get to smash 30 glass items (plenty of pitching practice) and 2 electronic items in total.
Check out the complete list of offerings online. Sign up for an account (for free!) and view the available time slots with ease. Located in Dubai, they are probably a stone’s throw away (pun intended) from you.
Walk-ins are welcome. However, it is recommended that you book the therapy session in advance, simply by giving them a call.
For this one, you have to be atleast 16 years old.
On the weekends you can begin the smash session as late as 10:30 pm.
About the Startup
A light bulb moment struck it’s founder Hiba, who teamed up with Ibrahim, to being about this ‘badass version of a spa day’. Their words, not ours.
You don’t have to worry about the trash left behind. They recycle too! The Smash Room ensures you smash responsibly with ample safety gear – guilt free. Needless to say, you won’t be tempted to repeat the exercise at home.
(Prices are VAT Inclusive)
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4. Create a sensory rug by collaboration courtesy
(Image description: Logo of The JamJar.)
Anybody 7 years old and above is invited to come together and create a vast sensory rug. The JamJar and Kvadrat Maharam Arabia have joined forces to host this collaborative workshop.
From 10 am to 10 pm, November 13 to 17, hosted as part of Dubai Design week (DXBDW2018) , we re excited to drop by and give this one a go.
Find all the details online. Download their App to know about the activities and exhibitions planned during the #DXBDW2018.
About the JamJar
During a summer trip Hetal Pawani, her aunt Preeti Pawani and a friend came up with the idea to establish a hands-on space for people inquisitive about art in general.
Founded in 2005, it has quickly grown into the present day community arts space that has become an integral part of Dubai's art scene through its extensive art programmes, educational initiatives, and community projects.
Become a jammer today, by accessing an extensive list of offerings online. There is something for everyone.
Are you a Startup or know one, quenching the weekend-plan-thirst (we're calling it that for now)? In any of the seven amazing Emirates that make up the UAE? Reach out to us and get featured in our next post of the series!
Onwards and upwards,
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