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: Galvin Dubai, The Square, City Walk
Brought to Dubai by famed British brothers, Chris and Jeff Galvin, Galvin Dubai opened doors in October at the fully licensed area of City Walk called The Square. The elegant multi-level restaurant, bar and lounge offers indoor and outdoor seating.
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Lunch review: Coco on 8, Media One Hotel
Coco on 8 is a new launch at Media One Hotel, offering a cool and laid-back atmosphere in chic, Miami-inspired surroundings. Occupying the space that was once Dek on 8, the venue has undergone a trendy makeover
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Lunch review: Nikki Beach Dubai, Pearl Jumeirah
Located on sandy shores of Pearl Jumeirah, Nikki Beach Dubai is a stunning beach club boasting beautiful unobstructed views of the Arabian Gulf.
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Dinner review: Peyote Dubai, DIFC
Bringing modern Mexican cuisine to life in DIFC, Peyote – named after a small cactus native to the Chihuahuan Desert – is a newly opened restaurant which strays from the norm that’s usually seen at Mexican eateries.
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Dinner review: Billionaire Mansion, Taj Hotel, Business Bay
Brainchild of the ex-Formula 1 star, Flavio Briatore, Billionaire Mansion is every bit as swanky as it sounds – although, it’s not quite a ‘mansion’. Made up of several different venues including an Italian restaurant,
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Dinner review: Trader Vic’s, Crowne Plaza Dubai
Step into a Polynesian paradise at the newly refurbished Trader Vic’s at Crowne Plaza Dubai – the very first Trader Vic’s to open doors in Dubai 22 years ago.
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Dinner review: Le Cirque Dubai, The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC
A timeless classic originating from New York, Le Cirque Dubai oozes class and elegance. Inside, the décor is sophisticated, with contemporary paintings on the walls, crisp white table clothes and neutral grey tones throughout, paired with artistic lamp shades.
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Brunch review: La Famillia, at El Chirnguito Dubai, Rixos the Palm
Relax in a haven of Mediterranean charm at the recently opened El Chiringuito Dubai beachside venue, which incorporates a beach and pool club, restaurant, bar and a fully supervised ‘Little Chiringuito’ area dedicated to children...
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Dinner review: Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar
Having recently undergone a chic revamp, the rooftop venue offering impressive views over both the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina, combines a restaurant, lounge and bar. It’s a trendy spot that exudes a cool, chilled out vibe – the perfect place to enjoy a light meal with cocktails...
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Brunch review: La Cala, Ghantoot Marina
Launched in October last year, La Cala is a new boutique bar and restaurant nestled within the Ghantoot Marina waterways. From the guys behind Pier 7’s popular British eatery, The Scene, this new opening presents a refreshing way to brunch...
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Dinner review: Benihana
Benihana is famous for being the first restaurant to bring Teppanyaki-style cooking to the US. The flagship restaurant was set up in New York during the sixties by the charismatic Japanese-American boxer Hiroaki Aoki...
