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The Artisan by Enoteca Pinchiorri: refined, casual, or both?
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The Artisan by Enoteca Pinchiorri is the new Dubai-based wing of Florence’s famous three Michelin-starred Enoteca Pinchiorri. The Artisan is not...
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Nordic cuisine finally docks in Dubai, but what is it?
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Nordic cuisine may be new for Dubai, but the term was first coined in 2004 by chef Rene Redzepi (who had just opened Noma which went on to become the World’s Best Restaurant in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2014)...
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To burger or to lobster? That is the question
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Is it going to be a burger or a lobster kind of day? Now that's a tough decision for a burger aficionado with a newfound love for lobster rolls. Thankfully, Burger & Lobster made...
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Is Shimmers On The Beach more than just the setting?
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When I shortlist Dubai restaurants to review, I typically prioritise based on one or more of the following qualities. A concept that is home-grown (even though I love my celeb chef...
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Is Firebird by Michael Mina just an expensive diner?
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At my ‘go to’ diner in the United States, one can order food scattered, smothered, covered or chunked. So when I think of diner fare, I don’t expect a "gourmet interpretation"...
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Is Cipriani anything more than pricey pizza?
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"The secret of Cipriani isn't about what can be seen or touched, but what can be felt and sensed. It is intangible but palpable. It can't be patented, but even after eighty-two years it hasn't been...
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Meet chef Nathan Outlaw at his first international restaurant, in Burj Al Arab
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For the first time ever, Burj Al Arab has signed up a big name consultant chef to revamp one of its restaurants in Dubai, Al Mahara, in a bid to lure in local residents. 38-year old British seafood...
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Does Joey’s serve an honest slice of Greece?
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When a restaurant brands itself as a ‘Greek Taverna’ you would be correct in assuming the menu is all-Greek, but no, at new Dubai opening, Joey’s Greek Taverna, it is interspersed with dishes...
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Win champagne brunches and a designated driver – competition courtesy of The Driver
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You’re out for dinner, you’ve had a few drinks, your car is with you and you realise you really can’t drive home. Sound familiar? Well that’s where new...
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