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What’s it like: The restaurant, previously headed by Nick and Scott, has always been highly lauded. So when Gordon Ramsay’s protégé Darren Velvick stepped in as chef patron, he knew he had big shoes to fill. Luckily, we can vouch…
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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.
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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… -
Making magic
Guy Savoy, one of France’s best known and most respected chefs, waxes eloquent on why food can be magical, in an interview with Jonathan Parsons.
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Picante, Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai
What’s it like: Most people associate Portuguese food with just piri-piri chicken. But this eatery, popular with Brazilians, Angolans and Portuguese – a sign that it is authentic food – features other highlights from various regions of the country. Wooden… -
The Picnic Brunch at Al Badia Golf Club
What’s it like: Undoubtedly one of the most refreshingly unique brunches in town, this family-friendly, alfresco brunch is set on the lush putting green of the golf club, overlooking the ninth hole and a gushing waterfall. As you enter, you… -
Fazaris, The Address Downtown Dubai
An all-day dining hotel restaurant is probably not the first choice that comes to mind when you crave sushi. But, Fazaris’ recent menu makeover,..
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Ronda Locatelli, Atlantis The Palm
Giorgio Locatelli’s presence is definitely seen in the menu at his establishment, and with the announcement of the spring menu, featuring seasonal ingredients such as white asparagus, we knew we had to try it. Located in one of Dubai’s iconic hotspots, Atlantis The Palm,..
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Rococo, Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah
I was looking forward to trying out the new menu at this elegant restaurant, a refined alternative to the casual sidewalk café-style eateries of JBR Walk...
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Long Yin, Le Meridien Dubai
There are a real shortage of good Chinese restaurants in Dubai, and thankfully Long Yin is a real gem down in Garhoud.
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Hakkasan, Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Taking what is essentially a simple and hearty cuisine, and elevating it to a sophisticated lounge experience, is an art perfected by Hakkasan.
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Spectrum on One, Fairmont Dubai
When it comes to decadent Friday brunches, there’s plenty of choices in our city. However, when it comes to customisation of dishes, and variety of cuisines with themes to match each, then Spectrum on One’s brunch is the place to be!