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The newly renovated lifestyle destination, Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse, houses within it the Isola Ristorante. Why does it stand out? It offers Mediterranean-style hospitality matched with tantalising Italian cuisine. A short walk across a scenic bridge takes you straight into a…
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O Lounge Dubai, Voco Hotel
What’s it like? The contemporary, upmarket décor of the O Lounge has a very cosmopolitan Manhattan feel to it. Located on the 50th floor, the newly opened restaurant boasts magnificent views of the Dubai skyline with the Burj Khalifa glistening… -
Dinner review: MasterChef, The TV Experience, Millennium Place Dubai Marina
What’s it like? In true Dubai fashion, it seems only fitting that the city play host to another “world first” in the culinary scene. This time, it’s the first ever concept restaurant based on the television phenomenon that is MasterChef.… -
Dinner review: Akira Back, W Dubai – The Palm
What’s it like? Recently-opened on Palm Jumeirah, Akira Back is a welcome addition to the brand-new W Dubai – The Palm hotel. Led by celebrity chef Akira Back, who is known for his playful Japanese fare infused with Korean… -
Brunch review: The Terrace on the Corniche, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
What’s it like? To say that The Terrace on the Corniche is The St. Regis Abu Dhabi’s all-day dining restaurant, you certainly wouldn’t think that upon arriving for the Friday brunch offering at this luxurious resort. The brunch experience… -
Iftar review: Trèsind, voco Dubai
What’s it like? As one of the city’s most loved modern Indian restaurants, and one that is constantly evolving with innovative concepts and cooking techniques, it comes as no surprise to hear that Trèsind has come up with a… -
Lunch review: Casa Mia, Le Meridien Dubai
What’s it like? Set amid the expansive grounds at Le Meridien Dubai, this hidden Italian gem is certainly not a restaurant you’d easily stumble across. There’s a distinct lack of signs/navigational advice from the staff at the hotel’s main… -
Lunch review: Beef Bistro, Le Méridien Dubai
What’s it like? Located in the heart of Le Méridien Dubai Village at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Beef Bistro has officially opened it’s beautifully re-vamped and re-branded doors. Previously known as M’s Grill, Beef Bistro is a… -
Dinner review: Barbary Deli + Cocktail Club
The man behind JBR’s brilliant seafood-led restaurant, The Maine Oyster Bar & Grill, Joey Ghazal, clearly has a knack for creating unique, cool venues, as Barbary is equally as successful.
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Evening brunch review: Riviera Seafood Grill
Riviera Seafood Grill is the new beachside eatery at the Rixos JBR. Specializing in Mediterranean flavours and fresh seafood, the restaurant’s interior channels the French Rivera with its all-white open plan design.
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Evening brunch review: Soho Garden Meydan Racecourse Grandstand
A new dining and nightlife entertainment space located within the grounds of Meydan Racecourse, Soho Garden is an exciting spot that encompasses various outlets – from eateries and
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Dinner review: BiCE Mare, Souk Al Bahar
This fine-dining Italian restaurant has been situated on the same spot in Souk Al Bahar since 2009. Part of the global BiCE brand, the restaurant specialises in seafood.











