Aug 2016
Like a big hug from the USA: Breakfast @ Clinton Street Bakery
Decisions, decisions. Breakfast is a serious deal here in the Emirates and after two slightly mediocre outings ( Common Grounds , Taste Kitchen ), I wanted something truly…
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Jul 2016
Departures @ Dusty's: Divine tunes.
Dusty's has been on my radar since... Forever? It was one of those 'I'll get there one day' and this past Friday was finally that day! Deli by day. Wine bar by night and whole lot…
Jul 2016
Shine Spa @ Sheraton MOE.
After meeting up with girlfriends at Common Grounds , it was time for our spa appointment. Let the reader be advised, I tend to only go for these types of 'treats' if a voucher or…
Jul 2016
Junoon: Return Trip Necessary.
Ah, the Shangri-La Dubai... I have super fond memories living next to this building for nearly three years, and it's one of my favorite properties (the ladies nights at…
Jul 2016
Asia Asia: An altogether delicious experience.
I've been to Asia Asia two times previously (for drinks only) and thus have never made it past the always packed lounge. I've always been impressed with the decor, and have…
Jul 2016
Common Grounds: A Few Notes...
Another one that has been on my list of places to try for forever is Common Grounds (another gig by the Tom&Serg crew). And when some girlfriends thought it would be fun to meet…
Jul 2016
Totora Date Look.
Totora Date Look. by cbrandtwright featuring a date outfit Hi there! I wanted to put together a cute look for a date night at Totora (which I was lucky enough to enjoy a few weeks…
Jul 2016
Taste Kitchen: Well, if you're already at Mercado...
When a meeting was called last week, I did a quick search of available breakfast locations that I hadn't yet been to, that were geographically easy to get to, and that provided…
Jul 2016
Treehouse Delights: Night Brunching in Style...
It goes without saying there a lot of terraces and outdoor spaces which go unused during the summer months. Enter the Treehouse , at the Taj Hotel in Business Bay, which has…
Jul 2016
One&Only Royal Mirage Dubai... Or, the Residences.
Have you ever had a dream property in a city? No? Just me? I've got a few fantasy destinations picked out in most places and the One&Only has long ( loooooong ) been on my list…