In this Local Icon series, Bundy shares her favourite culinary destination, go-to drink order, and more! Ariana Bundy is an award-winning Iranian-American chef, author, and television host renowned for bringing Persian cuisine to a global stage. Her acclaimed cookbook Pomegranates…

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In this Local Icon series, Chef Khatwani shares his favourite restaurant, AM routine, and more! Abhiraj Khatwani, a Dubai-born chef, discovered his passion for Thai cuisine during an internship at Nahm Bangkok and training in Udon Thani. His latest venture…

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Sponsored: With over twelve years of experience spanning Latin America and the Middle East, Chef Erick’s culinary journey has seen him take on pivotal roles in renowned restaurants, from Sous Chef at La Locanda in Quito to Chef de Cuisine…

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In this Local Icon series, Chef Haddad shares his favourite restaurant, go-to takeaway order, and more! Solemann Haddad, the visionary behind Moonrise in Dubai, is a Michelin-recognised chef who brings together Japanese and Middle Eastern flavours. His intimate 12-seat chef’s…

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In this Local Icon series, Chef Alvis shares his favourite dining experience, go-to takeaway spot, and more! Chef Nick Alvis, renowned for his former Dubai establishments Table 9 and Folly, now brings his culinary expertise to The Beam at Le…

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In this Local Icon series, Chef Cheung shares his favourite restaurant, go-to takeaway order, and more! Chef Kelvin Cheung, Michelin-selected and award-winning, is pioneering “third culture cooking” at Jun’s, ranked #7 on MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list and awarded…

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