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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…
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Mickael Bertho on the need-to-knows of French cuisine

We sat down with chef Mickael Bertho from Habtoor Palace’s French brasserie, BQ – French Kitchen & Bar, to discuss Parisian delicacies, family cooking and culinary legends. What can guests expect when they visit BQ for the first time? BQ…
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Expert tips on picking the best French butter in Dubai

Daniel Bardsley travels to the Rondeau family farm in western France to meet a local cheese and butter connoisseur Francois Robin, who is an expert in the French butter in Dubai shops.

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Movenpick launches new French bistro experience

For one month-only, Movenpick hotels around the world will be running a limited-edition French bistro menu.

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Popular French night returns: Le Mardi c’est permis Bistrot Bagatelle

Bistrot Bagatelle’s popular French night returns this Tuesday. The first evening in the new season will start with bang, paying homage to a much-loved French singer

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One of Dubai’s favourite French restaurants is closing

After nearly 30 years on the Dubai food scene, French restaurant Le Classique is set to close later this month.

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The man behind Dubai’s "Best French Restaurant"

Bijendra Yadav, the chef behind BBC Good Food Middle East’s “ Best French Restaurant 2016” , The Brasserie Quartier at the St Regis Dubai, spoke to BBC Good Food Middle East about how homecooks can improve their Bouillabaisse and his plans for the restaurant in 2017.

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A Frenchman in New York – and Dubai!

We catch up with celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, to find out his recipe for success.
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15 spectacular things to do in the UAE in April

From ultimate spots to celebrate special occasions to exciting new offerings to indulge in, here are the things to do in the UAE in April 2025 Thiptara Celebrate Thai New Year at Thiptara, Palace Downtown, with an exclusive Songkran Festival dining…
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21 new Dubai restaurants opening this year

Here’s a quick rundown of all the new Dubai restaurants Looking to try a new culinary destination this year? You’ve come to the right place. From outdoor restaurants to magnificent lounge spots, here’s everything you need to know about what’s…
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36 Dubai brunches to check off your list in 2025

Peruse our guide for all the top Dubai brunches to visit during the week in 2025 Looking for a fun hangout destination to visit with friends and family? Whether you’re looking for a buffet brunch, evening brunch, or the classic…
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Review: La Reunion Brunch, CHAKANA by PLAYA

CHAKANA by PLAYA sits on Dubai’s West Beach, offering a contemporary take on Peruvian cuisine that pulls inspiration from the Andes, Amazon, and Pacific coast. The restaurant’s design mirrors this fusion, with earthy tones and natural materials creating a welcoming…
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