Where can I buy a snowboard?
Check out http://www.circle8shop.com/ they are an online website carrying surf, skate & snow gear best part they offer free shipping in UAE
Where can I eat a green papaya salad?
@Fuchsia has a great green papaya prawn salad with shredded green papaya, carrot julienne tossed in chili lime dressing and peanuts
Where can I volunteer?
You should check out www.volunteerinuae.com it has a number of projects and activities to pick from
Where can I go to fun bars?
I love going to @The Living Room A hidden gem in the heart of DIFC with great views, chill music and a great atmosphere.
Where can I eat the best ramen?
The ramen @Kisaku with deep fried pork pieces (tonkatsu) is the best and the most traditional I have found in Dubai!
Where can I buy the best chocolate gifts?
A friend got me a gift from @Cacao Sampaka and it was amazing. What I really like about this chocolate is that the company is involved in every aspect of the chocolate making process so not only is it delicious but something truly unusual
Where can I get a decent sized but healthy salad?
The coconut chicken and green papaya @Wagamama is really delicious or @Vapiano if you don't like their choices you can make your own