Reviewed by Mark Forker. What’s it like? BQ – French Kitchen & Bar is situated in the stunning marble-drenched Habtoor Palace, in Al Habtoor City. From the moment we walk in, it’s impossible to ignore the distinct European ambience…

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  What’s it like? There’s a certain air of mystery upon entering Bistrot Bagatelle. Located at the Fairmont Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road, diners enter the French eatery via a private lift to the first floor, before being faced with…

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  What’s it like? Le Méridien Dubai’s latest culinary destination opened its doors earlier this year. Adding to its already expansive F&B offering, Bebemos is now the eighteenth restaurant to open at the complex. When BBC Good Food Middle East…

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  What’s it like? Boasting authentic Italian touches from the get-go, with its classic Vespa parked outside and vibrant cityscape artworks on the walls, Andiamo is a large, open-plan eatery at Grand Hyatt Dubai, serving up Mediterranean favourites in an…

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  What’s it like? One of three restaurants at the Abu Dhabi EDITION led by British-born and Michelin star chef, Tom Aikens, Alba Terrace is a “day-to-night” Mediterranean concept that boasts sleek interiors, high ceilings and copious amounts of natural…

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  What’s it like? Recently-opened on Palm Jumeirah, Akira Back is a welcome addition to the brand-new W Dubai – The Palm hotel. Led by celebrity chef Akira Back, who is known for his playful Japanese fare infused with Korean…

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