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- 🍫 Hot Chocolate Spots, UAE's Winter Break, and Parking Spot Pet Peeves in Dubai!
🍫 Hot Chocolate Spots, UAE's Winter Break, and Parking Spot Pet Peeves in Dubai!
Augustus Media FZ LLC
January 27, 2026
Sun’s back this week! 🌞 We all dread those Dubai summers, but hey, a little sunshine never hurt nobody, right? 😌🌤️
LOVIN LISTICLES
🍫☕️ 10 Places To Find The BEST Hot Chocolate In Dubai This Winter
This weather is basically screaming hot chocolate.
The kind that warms your hands, your mood, and your entire timeline. Dubai might be known for its sun, but when the air gets cooler, there’s nothing better than a thick, creamy cup of chocolatey goodness.
10. OULA (Nad Al Sheba): OULA is having a serious viral moment right now. Their hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and ultra-comforting, often popping up in “best hot chocolate” reels alongside Hooq
9. Knoops (City Centre Mirdif): Knoops is the customization king. You can pick your cocoa percentage from 21 varieties, so if you want it dark, bitter, or balanced, you can build your perfect cup. It’s thick, creamy, and not too sweet.
8. SAID DAL 1923 (City Walk, Mall of the Emirates): This is the “melted chocolate bar” hot chocolate, Italian-style and incredibly rich. Choose from milk, dark, or gianduja (hazelnut blend) for a velvety, intense sip that feels like dessert in a cup
7. Angelina (Dubai Mall, Fashion Avenue): A Parisian classic that needs no introduction. Angelina’s L’Africain is thick, spoonable, and intensely chocolatey, made with premium African cocoas.
6. Hooq Cafe (Meydan / Nad Al Sheba): For something viral, affordable, and ultra-comfy, Hooq Cafe is the move. Their hot chocolate is rich and topped with fluffy whipped cream and a ladyfinger for dipping.
5. Mirzam (Al Quoz, Alserkal Avenue): If you’re into artisanal chocolate, Mirzam is a must-try. This bean-to-bar spot serves pure, high-cocoa hot chocolate (think 62% single-origin) that’s bold, intense, and not too sweet.
COMMUNITY
👋🏻 Goodbye Chilly Mornings! UAE’s Cold Snap Takes A Breather
After days of bundling up in jackets and scarves, it looks like UAE residents can finally look forward to a little relief from the recent cold snap.
While winter isn’t completely out the door yet, meteorologists have some good news: temperatures are on the rise this week! But don’t stash your sweaters just yet.
However, don’t get too comfy cause the chill will return by the weekend.
The coming days will bring a mix of fog and mist, especially in coastal and inland areas. If you’re an early riser, you might need to add an extra couple of minutes to your commute as visibility could be low during the early morning hours.
SHARABLES
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DIFC Unveils A New Rooftop Space Celebrating Food And Culture
If open-air spots are your thing, DIFC has something new to add to your list. And honestly, this one hits different!
Say hello to Roofline, a limited-time rooftop space bringing together Dubai’s homegrown food, coffee, and culture in one easy, open-air setting.
Running from March 7 to March 31, Roofline stretches across the connecting podium levels between Gate District and Gate Avenue, creating a seamless rooftop link with skyline views and DIFC’s bold architecture all around.
After-work plans that do not feel rushed, weekend strolls that somehow turn into snack stops… you get the idea
Literally a dream come true for open-air space lovers!
NEWS
🛍️ Dubai Residents Call Out Shoppers Leaving Carts In Parking Spots
You know that moment when you finally spot an empty parking space from far away, and you start celebrating like you just won a mini lottery?
Then you get closer… and there’s a shopping cart sitting right in the middle of the spot. Major side-eye.
It’s one of those tiny things that somehow feels like a personal insult, especially when the parking lot is basically empty. You’re not asking for much.
Dubai residents are not staying quiet about it. People took to social media to call out shoppers who leave carts in empty parking bays instead of returning them. And honestly, the reactions are iconic.
SPONSORED
Carrefour Launches KASA Making Sustainable Homeware Easier To Access In The UAE
Heads up, UAE shoppers, Carrefour just made upgrading your home way more fun. Meet KASA, a European homeware brand that’s all about sustainable, high-quality, and affordable pieces for modern living.
The best part? KASA is available both in select Carrefour stores and online, so whether you love the thrill of in-store shopping or scrolling from your couch, getting your hands on stylish home essentials just got super easy.
Carrefour teamed up with SONAE MC to bring a range of homeware that’s as practical as it is pretty. From linens and tableware to cookware, small appliances, décor, and kitchen must-haves, everything is designed to last. And yes, those cast iron cookware pieces you’ve been dreaming of They’re here, and they’re premium!
RUN FOR A CAUSE!
Lace up, Dubai! A Feel-Good Run With A Powerful Purpose Is Coming Your Way 👟
The Cancer Run 2026 presented by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is taking over Dubai Festival City this Saturday, February 7 2026, bringing the community together to move, support, and spread awareness about the many types of cancer. Whether you’re running for yourself, a loved one, or simply to show solidarity, this is one event that truly runs on heart! ❤️
Open to all ages and genders, the Cancer Run invites everyone, from junior runners to seasoned athletes, to take part in distances ranging from 1KM to 10KM!
The Important Bits
🗓️Saturday, 7 February 2026
📍Dubai Festival City, Dubai
More deets on run categories & registrations here! 🙌
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Experience Rishab Rikhiram Sharma’s Sitar For Mental Health In Dubai! 😍
Looking for a night that’s more than just a concert? World-renowned sitar maestro Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, the last disciple of the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar, is bringing his globally celebrated Sitar For Mental Health experience to Dubai, and it’s set to be one of the most meaningful live shows of the year. This isn’t just about music: it’s a multi-sensory journey that blends ancient Indian classical ragas with modern experimental sounds, all designed to heal, uplift, and spark conversations around mental wellness. Having already sold over 70,000 tickets across India and mesmerised audiences in New York, London, and beyond, this powerful performance at Coca-Cola Arena promises reflection, inspiration, and pure musical magic.
Tickets are on sale now... and with a show this special, they won’t stay around for long 👀
📍 Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
📅 When: January 31, 2026
