Welcome to DoinDubai
Real insights. Better decisions. Living well.
We started as a simple resource to share the best of Dubai, offering genuine insights into what it’s really like to live in this fast-paced city.
From fine-dining hotel gems to hidden Karama cafes, and from Meena Bazaar forays to the realities of school life, we’ve evolved to focus on what we do best:
What you’ll find here
- We Eat Whether it’s high-end gastronomy or an insider Keralite cafe, our reviews are always genuine. When we’re not out, we’re sharing tried-and-tested healthy recipes for your own kitchen.
- We Travel We specialize in short breaks within the UAE and beyond. We don’t just review hotels; we tell you the best things to do and, of course, exactly where to eat when you get there. (Did you know you can fly direct to Paro, Bhutan, straight from DXB?)
- We Live We immerse ourselves in the local culture, from Art Dubai to yoga festivals, giving you a front-row seat to the city’s evolution.
Monica Selects
Curious about what catches a seasoned editor’s eye?
Visit the Monica Selects page for a carefully curated list of the best finds that land in my inbox – the things that truly stand out from the noise.
Meet Monica
Founder & Owner, DoinDubai Born and raised in London with an MSc from the London School of Economics.
I moved to Dubai in 2006.
My background allows me to look at the city through a lens of quality and authenticity, cutting through the hype to give you information you can actually use.
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If you want to live well in Dubai and get genuine insights that cut out the noise, you’ve landed on the right site.
Warmly,
Monica Kapila.
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