Evening brunch review: Waka restaurant & bar, The Oberoi
Waka is the latest addition to the growing number restaurants in Dubai serving Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian fusion food). Unlike some of the more wackier fusions, Nikkei is a tradition.
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Dinner review: Gaucho Dubai, DIFC
One for the carnivores, Gaucho Dubai is an Argentinian Steakhouse, priding itself on offering premium speciality beef directly from Argentina to the plates of diners worldwide – including outlets in the UK, Hong Kong, Buenos Aires and of course, Dubai.
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Dinner review: Ossiano, Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah
Perfect for those looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion or simply treat themselves, Ossiano offers an ‘underwater’ dining experience to remember. With floor-to-ceiling aquarium views into a rather breathtaking ‘Ambassador Lagoon’
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Dinner review: Noire, Fairmont Dubai
If you’re looking for a dining experience that shakes things out of the ordinary, dining in the dark (pitch-black) at Noire is definitely one of the most unique culinary adventures I’ve been on. It all begins at a reception outside of the restaurant, where you gather with other diners...
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Dinner review: Seafire, Atlantis the Palm, Dubai
Behind two inviting, large wooden doors lives Seafire, a modern steakhouse that offers a roomy restaurant setting ideal for group dinners, plus a separate bar area for pre- and post-dinner drinks. The restaurant is big and boasts impressive high ceilings, however, still maintains a cosy ambiance with dark hues of red and brown, married with elements of wood...
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Dinner review: Zoco, The Atrium, Al Habtoor City
There’s a new Mexican come Latin American eatery in town and it exudes authenticity. Zoco’s interiors are impressive and eye-catching. The venue comprises a restaurant, cocktail bar and lounge, and although floor space is plentiful, the décor is successfully welcoming and warm
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Dinner review: Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Dubai
In its first venture outside of Italy, Il Borro is a Tuscan estate owned by the Ferragamo family, steeped with over 1,000 years of culinary heritage (and trust me, on taste of the food here, and you can really tell). Perched idyllically on the side of Jumeirah Al Naseem’s turtle rehabilitation lagoon, Il Borro offers a warm and welcoming, homely feel with a neutral colour scheme throughout.
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Dinner review: Bistrot Bagatelle
On the surface, Bistrot Bagatelle in Dubai’s Fairmont hotel looks like a traditional French restaurant. There’s white table cloths, matching early 20th century décor and a brassy French singer, crooning jazz and blues songs late into the night...
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Dinner review: Ruya
A new gem has opened on the waterfront of Dubai Marina serving up beautiful Anatolian classics with a contemporary twist...
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Dinner review: Sho Cho
Sho Cho is an undeniably hip seafront Japanese restaurant and lounge in Jumeirah. It’s no passing fad either: the restaurant has been on the same spot in Dubai Marine Beach Resort for nearly 20 years...
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Dinner review: Izakaya, JW Marriott Marquis
In Japan, an ‘izakaya’ is a Japanese drinking establishment that also serves food – a sort of Asian equivalent to the West’s gastro pub. At the JW Marriott, this has certainly not been overlooked...
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Dinner review: Roberto’s Abu Dhabi
Sister to its Dubai-based branch, Roberto’s recently opened doors in Abu Dhabi– and doesn’t disappoint...
