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Head of culinary Mahmoud Alkahwaji’s “must-try dishes” at Grand Hyatt Dubai

Tell us a little bit about how you started out as a chef… After graduating with a degree in Hotel Management, I began my career as a commis chef at a standalone restaurant here in Dubai. In 2009, I joined…
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Quick fix: 5 speedy school night suppers for tired parents

Sponsored: You know the feeling. You’ve just got home from a long day at work and the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen cooking up something for dinner. But what if we told you…
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How to create nutritious school lunches that your kids will actually eat

Sponsored: With different rules for different schools about what is and isn’t allowed in your child’s lunchbox, providing a healthy, balanced lunch while meeting the energy needs of a growing child can be a bit of a mine field. But…
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Alan Snyman on the new “must-try” dishes at Amwaj Rotana Dubai

We sat down with Alan Snyman, executive chef at Amwaj Rotana Dubai, to learn more about the hotel’s culinary offerings, and to get the lowdown on his favourite dishes from two of the outlet’s new menus. Tell us a little…
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Get 2-for-1 on any breakfast item at this Abu Dhabi bistro this September

Sponsored: Enjoy any two breakfasts for the price of one, every day until 12 noon at THE One Bistro, at THE One Mushrif, Abu Dhabi this September. Offering a variety of culinary delights, the recently opened THE One Bistro…
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Four brunches to check out in Abu Dhabi this weekend

Despite many brunches pausing throughout the summer in Abu Dhabi, here’s a selection of fun brunches to try if you’re heading to the capital this weekend. Zeitaku Friday Brunch 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant, The Galleria – Al Maryah Island…
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The best indoor brunches to try in Dubai this summer

Beat the heat and head to these indoor venues for your next Friday outing… Santorini Brunch OPA, Fairmont Dubai This summer, hop into your new Greek oasis in the heart of Dubai at OPA Brunch: Santorini Edition on August…
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Marina Social launches new picnic-style menu for summer

On a warm, sunny day, there is nothing that says British summer time more than a freshly made picnic. But as the outside temperatures continue to soar here in the UAE, Marina Social has brought the best of British indoors,…
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OPA Dubai to host second ever brunch this month

Following OPA Dubai’s debut brunch last month, the popular Greek restaurant has announced that round two is on the cards for August. Set to be held on August 16, guests are invited to experience a Santorini-esq party-popping, plate-smashing Greek brunch…
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Three Asian foodie deals to check out at this Palm Jumeirah hotspot

Sponsored: Located in the heart of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, Maiden Shanghai is a culinary gem that promises authentic Chinese dishes in exquisitely designed surroundings. Inspired by his travels around China, Head Chef Luo Bing has created a menu incorporating…
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Indya by Vineet celebrates Indian Independence with special menu

Indya by Vineet, the recently launched restaurant and brainchild of world-renowned Chef Vineet, is gearing up to honour 72 glorious years of Indian Independence with a celebratory special menu from Thursday 15 August to Wednesday 21 August. The modern-day Indian…
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Matagi launches new Friday evening Crazy Rich Brunch

Matagi, the lifestyle-driven Pan Asian restaurant located at the Emerald Kempinski on Palm Jumeirah, has launched a new Friday night concept, the Crazy Rich Brunch. This brand-new evening for the social calendar promises to be an entertaining affair, designed to…
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