Abu Dhabi

A night at Jumeirah Etihad Towers.

A night at Jumeirah Etihad Towers.

In my years living in Abu Dhabi, I visited Jumeirah Etihad Towers on a number of occasions for brunch or dinner or drinks, but never had the chance to stay over at this popular property.  Thus, when I saw an incredible menu come across my […]

A Night at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi.

A Night at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi.

When given a chance to visit Abu Dhabi a few weeks ago, I was happy to accept an invite to Sambusek, located at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi.  With a promise of an At Home dining experience with the head chef, Emad, it was an easy […]

Oak Room, Abu Dhabi shines.

Oak Room, Abu Dhabi shines.

While staying at the Edition Abu Dhabi, I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to enjoy a meal at Oak Room.  Having already heard fabulous things from other foodie friends in Abu Dhabi, I was delighted to check out one of the newest steakhouses in the city, […]

What’s Cooking UAE: Cho Gao, Abu Dhabi.

What’s Cooking UAE: Cho Gao, Abu Dhabi.

Sharing the screen with one of my good foodie friends, David Tapley, of Out & About UAE.  One of my favorite episodes of What’s Cooking UAE to film!

What’s Cooking UAE: JW Steakhouse, Marriott Abu Dhabi.

What’s Cooking UAE: JW Steakhouse, Marriott Abu Dhabi.

One of my favorite episodes – and my first solo hosting experience for What’s Cooking UAE.  Thanks for Chef Stephan and team for making me feel so welcome!  I had such a great time, I went back for a proper review.

Cafe at the Louvre Abu Dhabi: Options for everyone.

Cafe at the Louvre Abu Dhabi: Options for everyone.

Some of my favorite meals have been in museums.  There’s something satisfying about viewing priceless art and then having a long conversation about everything you just saw with a pleasant bite to eat and putting your feet up for a rest and then heading back to […]

LARTE Abu Dhabi: What Fanr needed to be?

LARTE Abu Dhabi: What Fanr needed to be?

While living on Saadiyat Island circa 2014-2016, Hubs and I had a few routines in place.  One of those was to take out of town guests to the (now closed) Fanr.  This venue was an easy drive from our apartment at Saadiyat Beach Residences, and, while […]

Bord Eau: An elevated experience in Abu Dhabi.

Bord Eau: An elevated experience in Abu Dhabi.

It’s been awhile since I’ve dined at Bord Eau.  If memory serves, the last time I was there was with an Entertainer coupon for a buy one get one offer for the Hubs and myself.  Fast forward three years and I was happy to host a […]

Cafe Milano: Solid Italian and delightful service in the capital.

Cafe Milano: Solid Italian and delightful service in the capital.

My visit to Cafe Milano in Abu Dhabi has been a long time coming!  Having heard great things from foodie friends in the capital, I timed my reservation for an evening in early December.  With absolutely beautiful dining room views (ask for a table overlooking the […]