• Review: Smoki Moto

    Review: Smoki Moto

    Walking into Smoki Moto, your eye is immediately drawn to the butcher’s counter on the right, brimming with beautifully marbled cuts, while on the left, the restaurant offers butter and kelp dry-aged meats. A few steps ahead, the dining area…

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  • Review: Carine

    Review: Carine

    Chef Izu Ani’s concept at the Emirates Golf Club, which debuted in 2018, remains one of the few venues in this market to maintain such flair. Having first visited when it launched, I returned with my dining partner for a…

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  • Review: The Royal Brunch at Jamavar

    Review: The Royal Brunch at Jamavar

    The Royal Brunch offers a weekend dining experience that strikes the right balance between refined and relaxed. Jamavar, born at The Leela Palace Bengaluru, expanded to London, where its Mayfair outpost earned a Michelin star, before opening in Doha. Now…

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  • Review: Grills at Nai, Kempinski Central Avenue

    Review: Grills at Nai, Kempinski Central Avenue

    Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai’s Grills at Nai offers a relaxed outdoor dining experience with great views of the Burj Khalifa Set on the hotel’s terrace, the space next to the pool provides a comfortable and inviting atmosphere where you can…

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  • Review: TATEL Dubai

    Review: TATEL Dubai

    Dubai’s culinary scene receives a star-studded boost with the arrival of TATEL, a restaurant co-owned by sports legends Rafael Nadal, Pau Gasol, and Cristiano Ronaldo. TATEL delivers a world-class fine dining experience that transports diners to Spain. Located in the Hotel…

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  • Review: Zenon

    Review: Zenon

    The restaurant offers a dining experience unlike any other, blending Mediterranean and Asian flavours with cutting-edge AI technology. Upon entry, guests are greeted by an immersive fusion of art and technology, where AI-generated masterpieces adorn the walls, setting the stage…

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  • Review: Orfali Bros. Bistro

    Review: Orfali Bros. Bistro

    Standing at No. 1 on the Middle East and North Africa World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for the second year in a row, my dining partner and I were keen to dine at Orfali Bros. Bistro on a sunny weekday…

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  • Review: Soul Kitchen

    Review: Soul Kitchen

    Soul Kitchen unfolds as a unique fusion of Latin American and Levantine flavours, inviting patrons on an engaging, artistic journey that celebrates regional alternative culture. Dedicated to embodying the essence of migration, the restaurant mirrors the experiences of Lebanese creatives…

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  • Review: Iftar at Al Nafoorah

    Review: Iftar at Al Nafoorah

    Step into Al Nafoorah, and be transported to a world where Lebanese hospitality meets contemporary chic. Intricate artistic embellishments gracefully adorn the walls, coupled with conventional motifs, while a majestic olive tree stands at the centre of the space, serving…

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  • Review: OPA Dubai

    Review: OPA Dubai

    Situated within The Fairmont Hotel Dubai, OPA stands as an elegant yet approachable Greek concept, offering a menu of traditional Greek dishes in a charming setting with a welcoming ambience. The OPA experience extends beyond culinary delights to include Zorba…

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  • Review: Babel

    Review: Babel

    The renowned Lebanese fine dining restaurant has officially made its debut in Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, marking an exciting addition to the city’s culinary scene. Originating in Dbayeh, Lebanon, in 2009, Babel has since grown into a must-visit culinary destination,…

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  • Review: Chez Wam

    Review: Chez Wam

    Nestled in the highly anticipated dining hub St. Regis Gardens on Palm Jumeirah, Chez Wam (translated to ‘At mine’ in colloquial French) is reminiscent of Tokyo’s underground scene and Morocco’s vibrant street flavours, effortlessly combined with the richness of Mediterranean…

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