Visit the Secret Christmas Garden at SM Southmall!

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The holidays are here once again and there’s no better place to celebrate it than right at every Southies’ second home. SM Southmall is known for their larger-than-life, picturesque Christmas centerpieces that are perfect backgrounds to our holiday photos. This year however, SM Southmall unveiled their first ever experiential Christmas centerpiece!

 

Abundant trees in varying sizes surround the whole display with a pathway leading to and unveiling the mystery of a secret garden. At the heart of the centerpiece is a 35-feet towering Christmas tree adorned with blooms and thousands of sparkling lights with giant elegant reindeers around it. Be transported to a Secret Christmas Garden at the mall’s Food Street Concourse.

There’s a lot more in store!

 

SM Southmall wants to bring back the joy of shoppers through fun and ‘southtacular’ activities you may safely enjoy (even with your kids)! Here are four ways you can fully enjoy Christmas with SM Southmall: 

 

The South Pole Express. Another first for the mall is their Christmas drive-thru experience with immersive displays and interactive moments that families can enjoy in the safety and comfort of their cars. Let us all aboard The South Pole Express starting December 1^st! 

 

South Yuletide Markets. The Christmas bazaar will have a display of different knickknacks and gifts you can take home to the family. The South Yuletide Markets are there for the holidays so check them out at the Event Center and South Yard (near Door 4).

Santa’s Here! The pandemic cannot stop Santa Claus from visiting SM Southmall. He will be at the Door 4 driveway to bring the Christmas cheer to as many Southies as possible! Drive thru with your kids on December 24 – 25 and say hi!

The Big South Sale is also something to look forward to on November 19 – 21. Up to 70% off on festive finds! Check out some last-minute Christmas gifts for your family without the long wait and shipping fees! Get a chance to drive home in a brand-new MG ZS Compact SUV with every P3,000 single or accumulated receipts from any SM Southmall store.

Spread the spirit of giving this Christmas and purchase a pair of Bears of Joy. Customers get to keep one bear and the other one will be donated to the kids of SOS Children’s Villages. Just drop by the Bears of Joy booth at the Food Street Concourse and purchase a pair for only P250 until December 25.

Christmas may be celebrated differently this year but its spirit is still the same! Stay up-to-date on all the holiday fun and events happening down South! Visit @smsouthmall on Facebook and Instagram for more information. #SeeYouDownSouth

New Mediterranean-inspired beachside restaurant and bar, Ula, serves up tasty dishes and a chilled vibe

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Solutions Leisure invites guest to ‘step away from it all’ with the opening of its brand-new beachside escape, Ula


If you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy a long, lazy lunch, a family afternoon by the pool, a sunset dinner, or an evening cocktail, you’re in luck. Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s latest F&B offering, Ula, invites guests to ‘step away from it all’ and enjoy a generous helping of relaxed luxury.

Situated at the former site of West 14th, next to DUKES The Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, Ula was developed by leading UAE hospitality group, Solutions Leisure Group in partnership with Seven Tides. The beachside escape takes its name from the Celtic word for ‘sea jewel’, reflective of its idyllic location on the golden shores of Palm Jumeirah.

Inspired by the energy of the earth, the warmth of the sun and the tradition of the Arabian Gulf, the developer of Ula noted that, from sunrise to sunset, visitors will have the opportunity to embark on ‘a culinary and experiential journey to the ultimate state of relaxation.’

“Ula acts with purpose and passion, encouraging those who join her to be their authentic selves,” said Paul Evans, Co-Founder & CEO of Solutions Leisure Group. “Featuring two dedicated bar areas, a pool and beach seating, al fresco and indoor dining, and an open kitchen, the earthy, organic venue is rooted in values and connection. We wanted to create a breath of fresh air – a place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the day-to-day Dubai life. That’s what Ula is. It’s completely different to anything we’ve ever done before. It’s a little piece of paradise.”

Ula’s Mediterranean-led menu takes advantage of fresh produce prepared in house by its dedicated culinary team. Key dishes include clay pot slow-roasted lamb, whole lobster, Kamichiku Japanese beef tenderloin, and mille-feuille.

Supplementing Ula’s organic menu and warm, inviting interiors will be a combination of uplifting beats, live music and roaming entertainment.

“Pioneering the middleman and experiential sector of Dubai F&B scene, we built Ula around the objective to deliver a transformational, immersive social experience,” Evans continues. “Our mission is to create the moments that people live for, and Ula does just that, inviting guests to be their ultimate selves.”

Unpretentious, unjudgmental and unassuming, the new-age beachside dining and pool venue offers the ultimate holiday feel.

“With the initial phase now open, Ula offers guests a unique new experience with access to the pool, the beach and the restaurant, as well as the bar and lounge areas. As part of our second phase, which should be completed in the coming weeks, we will open additional bar and restaurant areas and a beach hut,” commented Abdulla bin Sulayem, CEO, Seven Tides.

As part of its exclusive preview period, Ula is offering a three-course set menu of chef favourites, plus two drinks per person, for AED 500 per couple. For those who want to take advantage of the venue’s seafront pool and beachside setting, Ula Pool and Beach Passes are also available (weekday: AED 100, with AED 50 redeemable on food and beverages | weekend and public holidays: AED 200, with AED 100 redeemable on food and beverages).

Enticing Cakes To Bake For The Holidays

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After the festive season, the much-awaited time is the holiday season. During Christmas and New Year, people visit their family and friends and commemorate the day with lip-smacking cakes, hot chocolate and wine of course. Ever pay a visit to our home as well. And for them, we have to think twice about which cake to bake, what they will like or how to make this holiday season memorable for all. Considering your dilemma about the cakes, we have curated this blog where we will mention decadent cakes that are easy to bake. These cakes will make your holiday season worth remembering, and serving them with hot chocolate or wine will give you good pictures also. Cakes are the stunning centrepiece that one can devour. So, today, you will know about the lip-smacking centrepieces that will elevate your holiday season. These cakes are readily available, so you can opt for online cake delivery in Delhi if you don’t want to bake them. So, let’s move forward and dive into the deliciousness of these decadent delicacies.

 

Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake

The showstopper of the evening is this ice cream cake. The base is made of brownies, and the top two layers are scooped with ice cream. You can garnish a plate with choco syrup and then add a piece of ice cream cake to it. Serve it this holiday season with wine and see how everyone loves it.

 

Christmas Tree Cupcake

If you want to show off your baking skills, this is a perfect delicacy to serve your dear ones. The sour cream and buttermilk with a pinch of coffee are used to prepare the chocolate batter. These ingredients will keep your cupcake moist and soft, and the green frosting at the top with sprinkles will leave everyone in awe. So, bake them and enjoy a Christmas tree cupcake this holiday season.

 

Traditional Christmas Fruitcake

Fruitcake is quite popular during Christmas. When you are out of ideas or you don’t want to put much effort, a traditional Christmas fruitcake is always there to save you. This dense cake has dry fruits and is soaked with brandy. This is the best gifting cake if you are looking forward to giving a cake to your dear ones.

 

Fig Preserves Cake With Caramel Glaze

This is a perfect cake to serve with a cup of tea at any time of the year. This is made using fig jam and not fresh fruits. The caramel taste and the crunch of pecans make it more enticing and devouring. So, please your family and friends with this fig preserves cake with caramel glaze. It is easy to prepare cake during holidays.

 

French Opera Cake

This mouth-watering cake will turn every head. The sponge almond cake with coffee cream and chocolate ganache gives it differently, pleasing flavours, unlike other cakes. Serving it in rectangle shape on small plates will woo your dear ones. It takes little effort to create the layers but ultimately when it is done, nobody can resist it.

 

Eggnog White Chocolate Cheesecake

Creamy eggnog is the perfect fit for holidays. This cake has lip-smacking fillings. The sour cream and cream cheese are flavoured with white chocolate chips, vanilla and dark rum. It has a gingersnap crust to give eggnog flavour in every bite you devour. So, prepare this holiday cake to make your loved ones feel special.

 

Black Forest Chocolate Cake

You would see this German black forest winning every heart across the globe. The choco layers with berry liqueur is a perfect treat for holidays. The cream, cherries and choco shaving make it toothsome and worth presenting before others. So, make this easy-to-prepare cake and enjoy the devouring flavours it offers.

 

Turtle Cheesecake

Another hit cake to add to your holiday season is this turtle cheesecake. The crunchiness of pecan, gooey caramel, sweet chocolate and turtle candy will surely allure all. So, add this turtle cheesecake to your holiday season and satiate every sweet tooth with it. This moreish cake will win every heart and its graham crust as well.

 

Make your holiday season a big hit with such lip-smacking cakes. We all want to leave our friends and family wow with our efforts, and these cakes will do so. Choose your favourite one and watch their recipes. They are easy to bake, so show off your baking skills with them. Happy Holidays!