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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…
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Dinner review: Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill, Abu Dhabi
What’s it like? Marco Pierre White, the British-born chef, restauranter and TV personality, first ventured into Middle Eastern market back in 2009, opening his first namesake restaurant at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr – Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill.… -
Dinner review: The London Project, Bluewaters Island
What’s it like? Offering jaw-dropping views of Dubai’s JBR skyline, The London Project recently opened doors on Bluewaters Island at the food of Ain Dubai. Bringing a slice of London on a beautiful summer’s day to Dubai, The London… -
Dinner review: BBQ nights at The Hide, Jumeirah Al Qasr
What’s it like? A self-billed “American eatery”, this meat-driven hotspot at Jumeirah Al Qasr boasts rustic and country-feel décor, and stunning views of Madinat Jumeirah, meaning there’s really no bad table in the house. We arrive for the Thursday… -
Dinner review: Galvin Bistrot & Bar
Led by BBC Good Food Middle East’s ‘Chef of the Year 2018’ winner, executive chef Luigi Vespero, who worked alongside the Galvin’s in London, the kitchen here operates with skill and attention to beautiful flavours.
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Dinner review: GAIA, DIFC
Newly-opened in DIFC, GAIA is a contemporary taverna serving authentic and fresh Greek-Mediterranean cuisine with a modern touch.
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Dinner review: Social by Heinz Beck
Offering both indoor and outdoor season, Social boasts breathtaking city views of Dubai’s skyline, from the elegant Waldorf Astoria property and is the perfect venue for a romantic evening with your other half, or an intimate dinner with a small group of family and friends.
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Dinner review: Tresind Studio
The intimate 20-seater Tresind Studio is an exclusive, VIP dining space that offers an elevated experience. Led by talented chef Himanshu Saini, the new studio serves an exceptional 16-course tasting menu, which is available for both meat eaters and vegetarians.
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Dinner review: Seville’s, WAFI Pyramids
Nestled in the depths of WAFI Pyramids, an international haven for culinary experiences from across the globe, you could easily be forgiven for thinking this seventeen-year-old authentic Spanish eatery was located down a side-street in Southern Spain.
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Dinner review: Buddha-Bar Beach, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
BBC Good Food Middle East heads to The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi to check out the region’s first-ever Buddha-Bar Beach, which opened doors in May this year.
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Brunch review: Traiteur at Brasserie Du Park, Park Hyatt Dubai
Traiteur restaurant has closed down, but the Traiteur brunch has stayed on at Park Hyatt Dubai. Regularly voted one of the top brunches in Dubai, it’s not surprising that the hotel has decided to keep the Friday fixture in place, even after the closure of its namesake restaurant.
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Brunch review: Rüya Dubai, Grosvenor House
Serving up beautiful Anatolian classics with a contemporary twist, Rüya is truly a gem of a restaurant with bar and gorgeous wrap-around, al fresco terrace on the waterfront of Dubai Marina.