The Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes Club, Dubai
A more relaxed and casual incarnation of London’s legendary Reform Club, the Dubai version serves up British favourites with a double helping of sun.
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Cove Beach, Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Nestled in a picturesque cove along the Jumeirah Beach coastline, Cove Beach welcomed my dining partner and I with a sophisticated and seductive atmosphere – definitely a place for the easy-going, trend-setter type. -
Clé Dubai, DIFC
Having opened to much hype a few months ago, this spacious restaurant and lounge is divided into different zones, with luxe furnishings, mood lighting and quirky touches such as a gun-themed bar background wall, and funky lamps. -
Boa Steakhouse, Eastern Mangroves Promenade
Ever since Boa Steakhouse opened, we’d heard whispers of a chic restaurant that has great food, friendly service and beautiful views. So our expectations were high.
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Story Rooftop Lounge, Holiday Inn Express, Internet City
Every place has a story, and here it’s told through striking art pieces, colourful free-hand wall paintings by a Spanish artist, and a menu bursting with modern Peruvian
specialties , teamed with stunning views of the Palm Island in the distance... -
Coya restaurant & bar, Four Seasons Dubai
Every once in a while, a new restaurant comes along that totally raises the bar, and becomes the place to be seen at, but for all the right reasons...
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Pierchic, Madinat Jumeirah
This restaurant has long enjoyed a special place in the hearts of Dubai residents, as one of the most romantic venues in the city...
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Riva Ristorante
Before heading to this beach club and restaurant, my friend and I didn’t expect to be dining by a beautifully-lit pool, surrounded by lanterns and date palms...
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40 Kong, H Dubai
Better known as one of Dubai’s hottest nightspots in the alfresco season – getting in after 11pm on a weekend is well nigh impossible – but beyond the glamorous rooftop...
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Don Alfonso 1890, Shangri-La Dubai
The Don Alfonso name is renowned internationally when it comes to Italian cuisine, and has picked up multiple awards for its establishments – in Rome and Sant’Agata Sui Due Golfi (Don Alfonso’s hometown); the brand has outposts in China and Morocco as well...
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Merletto, Marriott Al Jaddaf
Merletto is the sort of place you’d really want to get dressed up for, but what you get here is a fine-dining experience, with a bill that doesn’t leave a gaping hole in your pocket...
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Mint Leaf of London, DIFC
he rather large lounge and restaurant, wrapped around the best part of the 15th floor of the Emirates Financial Towers building,...
