#Saturday will be different without DFF

[miss0atae]

I finally watched the final episode of DFF and I can say the ending is very satisfying, except for my poor White. I thought he would be the final survivor but he died anyway (let me mourn in silence 😭).

▪️ Non was avenged for everything, if you believe death is the perfect revenge. Fluke and Top killed themselves in some way. White was killed by his lover. Phee stopped New and killed him too. Everyone killed each others and had to face Non before dying (except White because he never knew him and was innocent… Yes I still can't accept his death. 😅)

▪️ I know the ending of this episode was a bit controversial but I believe it was interesting. I like how they made us believe, at first, Phee, Jin and Tee got away from this house and carried on with their life (except Tee, but I want to talk about this after). The normalcy of Phee and Jin life seemed truly unlikely the more they talk to each other. The color was so bright, it hurt. It felt surreal. Then they went to the place where Phee brought his two lovers and after witnessing Non, he started questioning everything and it ended right here. There is no mistake. They never left and the final image is their last resting place: the house! I found this very poetic, in some way.

Now I wanna talk about each character's ending and if it was fitted with their behavior towards Non.

▪️ Fluke never did post the video and just witnessed everything and never tried to save Non. He believed himself to be innocent in some way, because he was never the one who did anything. He was just there, following the rest of the group. He was a coward and probably (I don't know if it was implied as heavily as viewers think) relieved the group had someone else to bully. His death was fitting to mee*. He wanted to act like he never saw anything, well he didn't need his eyes anymore. Why needing eyes when you want to be blind to everything that is not you. I also don't forget how much of a bully he was also to White (Have I told you how I was protective of him? 😂). He may have not been the meanest to Non but he became also like the rest of the group after Non's disappearance. I've heard a victim of bullying often becomes a bully and you can see it with Fluke.

▪️ Top was just a nasty being. He never had any ounce of kindness and I'm surprised he survived so long. I couldn't stand him. Every time I saw his smirk I got annoyed. He was an active bully against Non. He called him "Greasy" anytime he could. He lied and used him too. I also think he never really tried to cover his wrong doings. He never minded using the wit of others to save him. He never cared about ensuring their plans would work. He thought himself to be a leader but was mostly a follower. I think his death could have been worse. Something that would match his actions more.

▪️ White, my innocent poor boy who just made the mistake of loving the wrong person, he didn't deserve his death at all. He just wanted to spend time with Tee and love him. He was faithful, kind and a bit naughty but in the good way (the candy scene!). Dying by the hand of your lover… It's just sad. Tee killed him because he thought it was Non and when he realized it, it far too late. I don't like the narrative for White. He got punished for loving the wrong guy and it doesn't sit well with me. His mistake was a small one and it was also because he never had a way to know. I don't know how the writers could have saved him because it wouldn't work well in this story, but I still don't like it. I wish I could find a good ending for him that would go well with the story, but I can't imagine anything.

▪️ New died because of Phee and it was expected. As someone said here, he was a dead man walking. He had only one goal and no one to wait for him outside. His desperation was his only fuel. He wanted to avenge his brother and it didn't matter who was in the middle of this revenge. If he survived, it would have not worked. He had to die to put a final stop to this story. It's sad to believe his entire family and himself died because of a group of self-absorbed brats. He did what he had to and left with the feeling his work was done.

▪️ Now I have to talk about Phee… How the mighty have fallen. He was the previous lover and he acted like he wanted to avenge Non. His actions at the beginning of the story showed him to be the mastermind until we discovered it was New. From that moment, his actions seemed different and less pro-actives. He wanted to save Jin (which could be understandable because he was his lover… You know feelings and everything can get in the middle of a quest for truth) but why did he want to save the bullies of his past lover and even said he consider them as friends?! That's where I started to think Phee was lost. I admit he never said he wanted to act on them. He wanted the truth, while New wanted to make them pay. Phee probably would have given the info to the authorities and expected them to take the lead there.

▪️ Jin, in his hallucination, saw himself being filmed by others while he was having sex. It's a direct link to what he did to Non. He filmed him and released the clip online. He had a weird relationship with cameras. On one hand it was his hobby and on the other hand it was also a "weapon" he used to express his jealousy towards Non. He had a crush on him and he wanted him but instead Non was with Keng. He was jealous and felt betrayed (even though he never did anything to make his feelings really known by Non) and he wanted to hurt him the way he felt he was hurt by Non. So for him to hurt his hand was the appropriate punishment. Without a hand you can't act on your "ill-feelings" and you also lose the opportunity to use it for good things anymore (such as taking pictures as a form of art).

▪️ As for Tee, it was the most fitted punishment. He couldn't deserve the happiness of being loved and in love because of his actions because he had taken Non away from being loved and in love too. Losing the reason he started to act better and rethink his life, is a true retribution. I also felt his relationship with Non was the most interesting. There was this tension between them, especially when Non ended up at the service of his Uncle. Tee was in hell and instead of trying to find a way out, he dragged Non along with him, while still thinking he had no other choice. Tee grew up in a toxic environment, but we saw he could find a way out when surrounded with the right opportunity such as his meeting with White. The fact he met White, while finding a way to help Non get away from his Uncle is proof how "good" actions can lead to even better things while "bad" actions, like making Non being the scapegoat for the broke camera, leads to worse things. To be honest, the false ending of Jin, Phee and him being away from the house, is the best punishment for his actions if the idea is to really punish him. He is alive, but he has to live with the idea of killing his love and losing his so-called friends. He then get consumed by his thoughts. Very gothic!

To finish, I would like to say I had so much fun watching this series, reading about it here and writing the longest texts in English I've ever made. Even having people commenting on them and being able to exchange was truly a delight. I liked everything. I'm a bit sad it's already the end. I hope we'll get to watch the actors in other series. I found most of them to be good. I also like how this BL breached out of the typical BL's stories (even if I still enjoy them too). I like when they try to innovate and create something different. Let's hope we'll get another one soon as entertaining and compelling as this one. Thanks for the ride.

[tripxtours]

Dubai Food Festival 2020: What are the top things to do?

Have you already made plans for February and March? Is a trip to Dubai on the cards? If not, it definitely should be. If you are wondering why we will tell you. The biggest culinary extravaganza the Dubai Food Festival 2020 is on! If you love all things food, this event is a must-attend for you! It celebrates food like nothing else.

Food Festival in Dubai is a huge event that brings people together. You will find everyone from a foodie looking to try something new, the popular chefs, the traditional restaurants, the five-star hotels, and the celebrities come together to eat, party and chill. Along with the Dubai Food Festival, you can also visit the major attractions in Dubai for a wholesome experience!

What is the Dubai Food Festival 2020 all about?

The Dubai Food Festival is a yearly event organized by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE). It is a small part of a bigger strategy to organize year-long events boost tourism in the emirate. Food Festival 2020 is one of the most awaited events in this year. In 2020, the event includes gaming zones, live events and more to keep you enthralled!

Last year the event was a huge hit, with 40 of Dubai’s hidden gems came out shining and the famous restaurants offered people samples of their delectable dishes. Here is a list of the events that you can attend during the 17 days of the food festival in Dubai!

Where to visit during the Dubai Food Festival 2020?

Beach Canteen

One of the hottest attractions of the Food Festival makes a comeback this year. The Beach Canteen transforms a portion of the beach to a culinary paradise for DFF 2020.

A large part of the crowd at the Beach Canteen comprises of tourists. Last year’s event had witnessed a turnout of 156000 people and about 175000 people are expected to become a part of it. The Canteen will be returning this year at Sunset Beach for one of the most anticipated events at this year's food festival.

The Beach Canteen also has a club exclusively for the kids. Your kids can also sign up for some exciting culinary classes. This will keep them busy while you explore and taste some more dishes.Miami Vibes makes a comeback!

Whether you want to try the homegrown concepts of food or try eateries from different parts of Dubai, the Dubai Food Festival satisfies every taste and budget easily.

Entertainment, Fun & Games

Sunset Beach will transform into an incredible and gleaming hotspot for dining, entertainment and chilling. You can experience some mind-blowing beachside activities, watersports, entertainment, culinary experiences, farmer's market and open mike nights! A beach cinema under the starry ceiling is another incredible experience and all this while you will smell the heavenly fragrance of the food around you!Kids Club

Considered to be the most instagrammable in the DFF, the Miami Vibes makes a comeback at the City Walk. Starting from the neon sign at the entrance to the huge ice- cream cone, almost everything at this pop-up event is worth clicking. The food is also perfect for the ‘gram with creatively presented shakes and rainbow cheese toasties being a part of the menu. It gives you all the Miami feels that you need in Dubai!

The Miami-themed food festival is open every day until March 1st. You can find Miami Vibes in City Walk 2 in the Green Planet parking area. With the cute food trucks and pink benches, the festival is impossible to miss!

Location: City Walk 2, Downtown Dubai

Timings: 03:00 pm to 12:00 am (Saturday to Wednesday), 03:00 pm to 01:00 am (Thursday and Friday)

Dubai Restaurant Week

This event takes place from 24th February to 4th March. In this event, you can taste a three-course meal at 15 places around the city for as little as 199AED per person. You can become a part of this event at Social by Heinz Beck and Rhodes W1 and Marina Social.

Dine and Win

Dine and Win is the event that takes place in over 1000 restaurants during the Dubai Food Festival. Each person who spends more than 30 AED to enter the competition. The winner of the contest gets a new apartment. Also, there are many goodies to win on the spot as well. Exciting… right?

Unlimited Food Competitions

Can you devour 10 chicken wings in one sitting? Or finish a whole bucket of crisps in 15 minutes? We are imagining what kind of competitions can there be! These types of competitions take place throughout the city. You can win some amazing prizes and also dining at popular restaurants as the prize. So, put your competition shoes on and go out there and enjoy yourself with your friends!

Cookery Lessons

Do you want to learn some cool tips from Internationally celebrated chefs? You can do that at the Islami Masterclasses, where you will get to know some amazing cooking tips from celebrity chefs. Additionally, you can meet famous local food bloggers, local chefs and noteworthy people at this event behind Sunset Beach.

Hidden Gems

This event celebrates the city's restaurants that are hiding away and are still to be discovered by the public. It is your chance to explore the restaurants in the backstreets of the city. You can try some amazing dishes without emptying your pockets and the serving size is also great! Last year, 40 of the city's undiscovered culinary possessions competed to earn a spot on the list of Top 10 Hidden Gems of Dubai.

At the DFF 2020, everything is on offer and at great prices! From the five-star restaurants to street food; the less pricey cafes to popular eateries, everything is available at the best price. The festival celebrates the evolving Middle Eastern food concepts and also embraces the diversity in the culinary scene of the city. The event also encourages the emergence of independent restaurants across the city and initiating new concepts for the food. It is a truly unifying factor for the culinary community in Dubai and it also promotes the traditional cuisine of the city. Do not miss out on the Food Festival in Dubai this year!

What are the Dubai Food Festival 2020 dates?

This year the best food festival in Dubai promises to be bigger than ever before. The festival will run for 17 days and each day you can enjoy a new culinary experience!

Dubai Food Festival 2020 Dates: February 26th to 14th March

What is the Dubai Food Festival 2020 location?

The Dubai Food Festival 2020 location is not a fixed venue. It is going to take place in different locations across the city. So, keep your schedule free to go around the city to enjoy the tempting offers and become a part of the events happening at the restaurants.

To know the top things to do in February in Dubai, read our blog! Expo 2020 Dubai is just a few months away, get all the information about Dubai Expo 2020 here! We also have the top events in Dubai listed out for you, check them out to see what's happening around Dubai!