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Nestled in a picturesque cove along the Jumeirah Beach coastline, Cove Beach welcomed my dining partner and I with a sophisticated and seductive atmosphere – definitely a place for the easy-going, trend-setter type.
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Clé Dubai, DIFC
Having opened to much hype a few months ago, this spacious restaurant and lounge is divided into different zones, with luxe furnishings, mood lighting and quirky touches such as a gun-themed bar background wall, and funky lamps. -
Le Relais de l’Entrecote, Downtown Dubai
This import from Paris comes has developed something of a legendary reputation around the world with its no-menu approach to food...
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Pierchic, Madinat Jumeirah
This restaurant has long enjoyed a special place in the hearts of Dubai residents, as one of the most romantic venues in the city...
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Riva Ristorante
Before heading to this beach club and restaurant, my friend and I didn’t expect to be dining by a beautifully-lit pool, surrounded by lanterns and date palms...
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40 Kong, H Dubai
Better known as one of Dubai’s hottest nightspots in the alfresco season – getting in after 11pm on a weekend is well nigh impossible – but beyond the glamorous rooftop...
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Don Alfonso 1890, Shangri-La Dubai
The Don Alfonso name is renowned internationally when it comes to Italian cuisine, and has picked up multiple awards for its establishments – in Rome and Sant’Agata Sui Due Golfi (Don Alfonso’s hometown); the brand has outposts in China and Morocco as well...
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Massaad Farm-to-Table, The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence
What’s it like: This casual eatery nestled on the bustling Jumeirah Beach Residence Walk offers a refreshing take on Arabic food, with a focus on the farm-to-table concept – they source most of their ingredients directly from the farmers, including… -
Urban Bistro, Dubai Media City(CNN Building)
What’s it like: Setting itself apart from all the other DMC venues which serve lunches for on-the-go executives, Urban Bistro is a proper restaurant, with a casual, café vibe coming from the funky, chalkboard menu-style ceiling, bookshelf-lined walls and open… -
Hola Hola Toro Toro brunch, Grosvenor House Dubai
What’s it like: If massive buffet tables groaning under the weight of too much food is not your style, and brunch with table service is more up your street, then this is the one for you. Provided you love meat… -
Rang Mahal by Atul Kochhar, JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
Rang Mahal, which literally translates to Palace of Colours, is inspired by traditional North Indian architecture, and as such, boasts high ceilings, oversized pillars with traditional temple-style engravings, and a giant Rajasthani Madhubani painting across one wall...
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Sake no hana Dubai, Souq al Bahar
Tucked away in a corner of the souq, the restaurant isn’t the easiest to find. But when you do find it, it’s like an Alice in wonderland experience, as the doors open up to reveal a cavernous space including a lounge area,..