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What’s it like? We enter the first-floor venue via a private lift to the side of the hotel and make our way to the restaurant through a beautiful leafy entrance hall. Dozens of bright pink bougainvillea flowers (native to…
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Brunch review: The Meat Co, Souk Al Bahar
What’s it like? The Meat Co. is somewhat of an institution in the UAE for steak lovers, with branches now open in two Dubai locations as well as the capital. Following its renovation late last year, the Souk Al… -
Brunch review: Il Ristorante – Niko Romito, The Bvlgari Resort Dubai
What’s it like? Offering sweeping ocean views, Il Ristorante is a truly Italian restaurant located overlooking the stunning Bvlgari Resort Dubai’s marina. Led by famed chef Niko Romito, Il Ristorante recently launched its new Friday brunch that embodies all… -
Dinner review: BQ French Kitchen & Bar, Habtoor Palace
What’s it like? The nature’s in the name with Habtoor Palace – the venue is one fit for royalty with vast columns at its entrance, its renowned dome roof and a vast lobby complete with marble staircase and huge… -
Dinner review: Villa Toscana, St. Regis Abu Dhabi
What’s it like? Situated on the first floor of the beautiful St. Regis Abu Dhabi, this traditional Italian eatery oozes class and authenticity from the moment we walk in. It’s a Saturday evening when we visit, and the UAE… -
Brunch review: Katsuya by Starck
What’s it like? Located at a beachfront location within Jumeirah Al Naseem, Katsuya by Starck is a modern Japanese restaurant boasting artistic flair due to design legend, Philippe Starck’s sleek and sultry interiors. Led by master sushi chef Katsuya… -
Dinner review: Amaseena, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
What’s it like? The beautiful outdoor setting in which Amaseena sits at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai – with unrivalled views of the hotel’s gardens, the ocean and Ain Dubai, make for a perfect al-fresco evening while the weather is still… -
Lunch review: Beef Bistro, Le Méridien Dubai
What’s it like? Located in the heart of Le Méridien Dubai Village at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Beef Bistro has officially opened it’s beautifully re-vamped and re-branded doors. Previously known as M’s Grill, Beef Bistro is a… -
Dinner review: Splendido, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
What’s it like? Set on the lower floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, Splendido is an authentic Italian restaurant that has been with the hotel since its opening in 1998, which is extremely impressive in a city like Dubai where the… -
Dinner review: Luigia, Rixos Premium Dubai
Priding itself on serving “the best of Italy” – a phrase that is also donned in tiny lights on the restaurant wall, Luigia’s huge specially built Neapolitan wood-fired ovens and eye-catching pizzaiolos give a real sense of authenticity.
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Dinner review: Galvin Bistrot & Bar
Led by BBC Good Food Middle East’s ‘Chef of the Year 2018’ winner, executive chef Luigi Vespero, who worked alongside the Galvin’s in London, the kitchen here operates with skill and attention to beautiful flavours.
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Friday brunch review: Traiteur, The Promenade, Park Hyatt Dubai
Dubai brunch heavyweight, Traiteur is well-known for being one of the city’s best brunches. Having just recently re-launched at the newly opened waterfront dining destination, The Promenade, we visited to see how its offering now fares – and let’s start by saying this is a must-try brunch for all foodies.