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He’s one of the UK’s favoured TV personalities – notably as host on Channel 4’s ‘Sunday Brunch’, the best-selling author of 'Seasoned Vegetarian’ and 'Lazy Brunch', and the culinary genius behind Pier 7’s ‘The Scene’ on Dubai Marina. Chef Simon…
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Toro Toro, Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina
Spanning two super-stylish, burnt-orange toned floors, Toro Toro features a spacious bar upstairs, and an equally roomy dining space downstairs...
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The untold story
Debuting not only as the first in the Middle East, but in the world, Enigma at Palazzo Versace Dubai is a new avant-garde restaurant that will mesmerisingly change its dining concept and chef four times a year. First to take… -
Bistro Des Arts, The Address Dubai Marina
It couldn’t be a more perfect time to enjoy the latest import to Dubai Marina’s Promenade – an intimate, French bistro that boasts authenticity, and a beautiful terrace overlooking the Marina...
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Lexington Grill, Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
First things first – if you’re a lover and a true appreciator of a cooked-to-perfection steak – visiting Lexington Grill is a must. -
The Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes Club, Dubai
A more relaxed and casual incarnation of London’s legendary Reform Club, the Dubai version serves up British favourites with a double helping of sun. -
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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The Mexican maestro
One of the key drivers of modern Mexican cuisine, chef Richard Sandoval grew up as the son of an expert restaurateur and an extended family of food lovers – surrounded by his grandmother’s authentic recipes. Now, with almost three dozen restaurants worldwide, he’s opened his third in Dubai, Zengo, a Mexican-Singaporean fusion concept, and is still raring to go.
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Nay Restaurant and Lounge, Emirates Financial Tower, DIFC
What’s it like:This new Lebanese eatery is a hidden gem tucked away in the Emirates Financial Towers building in DIFC. When I visited the glamorous, yet relaxed, restaurant on a weekday evening, it was quite crowded even though it was… -
Soho Bar & Grill
What’s it like: Located in the charming, fairy light-adorned alfresco haven that is Century Village, this achingly hip restaurant recreates a little slice of New York in Dubai. With exposed concrete walls and pillars made from packing crates, the interiors… -
Rhodes 44, St Regis Abu Dhabi
What’s it like: The first thing I noticed when I walked into the restaurant was the chairs. They looked very familiar – the Baroque-style white chairs with bright pink and orange backs are very similar to celebrity chef Gary Rhodes’… -
Go Primal with Paleo
Eating like a caveman, a.k.a the Paleo diet, seems to have become all the rage around the world. We aim to find out what the fuss is all about.