• Review: Girl & the Goose

    Review: Girl & the Goose

    From cabin crew to chef-restaurateur, Gabriela Chamorro first launched Girl & the Goose as a supper club in 2019 from her home in Dubai, before the pandemic reshaped her path and propelled her fully into the kitchen. The goose —…

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  • Review: Iftar at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

    Review: Iftar at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

    At Giornotte, the Iftar buffet brings together Middle Eastern and Emirati favourites, Ramadan classics and a wide selection of international dishes, all thoughtfully prepared. Live cooking stations let you watch chefs grill, carve and plate dishes to order, while the…

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  • Review: OPA Dubai

    Review: OPA Dubai

    OPA is one of those restaurants you don’t forget, and reservations are essential because it is always full. On a Friday at 8pm, we stepped into a room of crisp white walls covered in twisting mock bougainvillaea, a gorgeous backdrop…

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  • Review: Manāo

    Review: Manāo

    This Thai-inspired restaurant arrived quietly at Jumeirah’s Wasl Vita Mall and, within five months, earned a Michelin star. Conceived by Dubai-born chef Abhiraj Khatwani in collaboration with his mentor, Chef Mohamad Orfali, the restaurant feels immediately welcoming. The city’s noise…

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  • Review: Oktoberfest at Ernst Biergarten

    Review: Oktoberfest at Ernst Biergarten

    Ernst Biergarten, located in the 25hours Hotel One Central, is the place to be this Oktoberfest season, bringing a taste of Bavaria to Dubai. Inside, the atmosphere is buzzing with energy, perfectly capturing the spirit of the festival. Rustic wooden…

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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: Barfly by Buddha-Bar

    Review: Barfly by Buddha-Bar

    Barfly by Buddha-Bar is a stunning Neo-Baroque-inspired venue, adorned with rich hues of warm reds, gold steel, and darker tones. The venue’s design is rich with material, textures, and striking objects, creating pockets of excitement that engage the senses. We…

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  • Review: Carna’s new Truffle menu

    Review: Carna’s new Truffle menu

    Set high on the 74th floor of SLS Dubai, Carna welcomes guests with a stylish, refined atmosphere that feels both modern and timeless. The space has a glamorous, Gilded Age vibe, thanks to plush crimson seating, art deco-inspired touches, and…

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  • Review: Bohemia at FIVE Palm Jumeirah

    Review: Bohemia at FIVE Palm Jumeirah

    This bohemian-themed beach club is where beachside glamour meets a party that doesn’t stop. The interiors are infused with a boho-chic vibe, featuring plush seating that pairs perfectly with sweeping views of Ain Dubai and Palm West Beach. The striking…

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