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Tresind Revisited.

Tresind Revisited.

When I first started this blog back in 2016, Tresind was one of the first ‘big’ fine dining experiences I had in Dubai (read my original review, here).  I was struck by the creativity, which is also echoed in the sister restaurant, Carnival by Tresind, […]

The Ledbury** London: A lovely long lunch.

The Ledbury** London: A lovely long lunch.

When planning our recent vacation, realizing we would have a few hours in London, I knew I had to get my priorities straight, starting with where to eat.  As I polled various foodie friends who had been through the city, I received a number of […]

Eventide Oyster Co.: Worth waiting for.

Eventide Oyster Co.: Worth waiting for.

After a very disappointing visit to next door Hugo’s (who have the same owners), we stopped the following evening at Eventide Oyster Co., one of the premiere and most well-known restaurants in Portland, Maine.  My sister knows the deal, and even with a wait time […]

Don’t Call Me an Influencer: My thoughts on the upcoming UAE social media influencer rules.

Don’t Call Me an Influencer: My thoughts on the upcoming UAE social media influencer rules.

Before June, and perhaps, before the industry changes forever, let’s clear the air. First of all, I’ve never considered myself an Influencer.  I don’t categorize myself as one, and I’ve never set out to become one.  I have spoken about this differentiation to both private […]

It’s all in the details; why Hōseki is one of my top dining experiences in the UAE.

It’s all in the details; why Hōseki is one of my top dining experiences in the UAE.

After my enjoyable visit to the Yacht Club earlier in the year, I was more than excited to return to Bulgari.  In fact, I enjoy the hotel so much, I arrived early, just so I could do a bit of people watching in the luxe lobby.  Grant […]

Mint Leaf of London: Chef Pradeep shines.

Mint Leaf of London: Chef Pradeep shines.

There probably isn’t a restaurant that has been on my ‘need to review’ list longer than Mint Leaf of London.  Having enjoyed our last trip to the Emirates Financial Tower, Hubs and I were happy to return to visit Chef Pradeep (who was the genius behind […]

Librije’s Zusje**

Librije’s Zusje**

“Distinctive. Contemporary. Ingredients from around the world blended with the finest produce from local farmers. Executive Chef Sidney Schutte will take you on a vibrant culinary journey.”    While I’ve been super fortunate to tick off some of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list in […]

La Tablita: Mex-i-can!

La Tablita: Mex-i-can!

When an invite to La Tablita came through (via Instagram — gotta love modern technology), as an admitted fan of Mexican food, I was delighted to accept.  While it’s rare I visit this area of town (Healthcare City, specifically the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creekside), there […]

Sühring: #13 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants.

Sühring: #13 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants.

Where to begin?  As I’m sure you’ve gathered by now, in a city like Bangkok, visitors are absolutely spoiled for new, exciting and modern restaurants, from fine dining to street food (and just about everything in between).  Previous to dining at Sühring, I hadn’t heard […]