TA P E S T RY
Cultural and sporting events abound
this issue, whether you want to learn
how to cook souk cuisine — or watch
racing cars
MAke
Embroidered with
satin stitch, often in a
myriad of colours, these
intricate handicrafts
are traditionally given
as wedding gifts. A
two metre handcrafted
textile can take as much
as three months to
complete.
HAND
CRAFTED
LU X U R Y
Eid Al Fitr
July 17
Ras Al Khaimah,
United Arab Emirates
There are few places as celebratory as
the United Arab Emirates at this time of
year, as Muslims celebrate the end of a
month of fasting, known as Ramadan.
Eid Al Fitr (the festival of fast breaking)
is the first day of Shawaal, a time to
celebrate and give to charity. The three
day celebration features local favourites
like ma’amoul: sweet domed pastries
filled with pistachios and dates and
sprinkled with icing sugar.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Every day (except Tuesdays)
Seoul, Korea
The impressive cerem