Weekend Links.
One week to go at work. At the same time, can someone tell me where has January gone?! I highly enjoyed this honest review of one of the top restaurants in America. While Hubs and I have been fortunate to enjoy fine dining, there have been one or two meals where we’ve thought, “What did we just pay for?” (via NYT). Just a few weeks into the year, how healthy are you eating? Check out Healthy Diets From Around the World (And Why You Should Try Them). (via CNT) Got an extra AED100,000? Here’s an (only in) Abu Dhabi Valentine’s Day idea… (It’s a bargain considering the AED399,000 you could drop in Dubai). Dubai residents have become compulsive foodies. Here’s why… A good look at why we eat out ALL THE TIME in the Emirates. (via FooDiva). Since she was kind enough to include me, I can’t help but give Rachel…
Weekend Links.
A very busy second week of the year. I’m holding (mostly) to my resolutions. How about you? 8 U.S. Hotels With Mind-Blowing Room Service Menus (via AFAR) Dress Code for power lunching at the Four Seasons, New York how to dress for lunch (via NYT) National Geographic dares you to eat these! Your looks determine where you sit? I’d like to think we usually get a good table… (via CNT) There’s a Donut Festival in New York? Yes, one ticket please! The New York Times covers the Dubai brunch scene. (via FooDiva) I have a special fondness for fondue – can’t wait to check out the Melting Pot once we make the move to Dubai! We’re off to check out Barfly by Buddha Bar this weekend. What are you up to?
Weekend links.
Phew – the first week back is always a difficult one, yes? Fortunately, I only have 3 weeks left. I start with a cuppa every morning (English Breakfast, milk and sugar and coconut oil). But where are The World’s Best Tea Shops? (via Food & Wine). How much do you like ramen? A Ramen-Themed Outing for the Whole Family. (via t+L) The Most Expensive Hotel Suites in the World – I’d love to stay in just one of them! (via CNT) Pastry Chef Dominique Ansel to Open Tokyo Pop-Up (of which I mainly was interested in because of the corresponding picture). Not much this planned this week – but hopefully we’ll get around to some pre-packing. Less than a month until we move to Dubai!
Weekend links.
Is there anything better than a whole week off from work? I’ve been enjoying my mini break by trying to find a new place to live in Dubai. Spoiler alert: there are some great properties! Here’s the last links of 2015. The Best Things We Ate in 2015 (from AFAR) Tablet’s Best Boutique Hotels of 2015 (pretty sure I want to stay in all of them) Cook Like Hermoine Granger and 11 Other Ladies of Literature (via Food52) The Best Of The Best In 2015 – TheDesignAir’s Round-up Of The Year (lots of great choices across global airlines and proud to see my ‘hometown’ Etihad getting a lot of coverage, now if only they could make AUH a better airport). New Year’s Eve food traditions from around the world. In the south we eat okra and black eyed peas! (via Mashable) Lonely Planet’s new openings in 2016. What are you most…
Weekend Links.
Merry Christmas – I hope you have a wonderful time with friends and family! I also hope you get to eat a ton. 🙂 Santa sushi? Say no more! I am desperately in love with these ‘drunkish’ coasters. (Scoutmob) And these ‘three sheets to the wind’ guys aren’t too bad either. (Scoutmob) Five tips for taking delicious food photos. If you’re still looking for something to get me, Goop’s Flight Pack would be lovely. I’ve really been enjoying these literary city guides. (Eat This Poem) We are looking forward to a big brunch tomorrow, followed by dinner and I’m still trying to figure out what we’re going to do tonight for our Christmas Eve dinner.
Weekend links.
I can’t believe 2015 is almost over. One more week of work and then a break! For below, you’ll notice a few ‘themed’ links. 🙂 A Secret Wine Tunnel Is Beneath the Guinness Castle – when do we go? 1,003 Foods to Eat Before You Die (via Departures) Meet the Kleptogastromaniacs, Customers Hooked on High-End-Food Theft (via Grub Street) Star Wars’ BB-8 Goes Rogue, Takes Extravagant Vacation (via CNT) 25 pieces of food art that are too cute to eat (via Mashable) George Lucas Is Building a ‘Star Wars’ Museum in Chicago (via CNT) This weekend Hubs and I are seeing the new Star Wars movie (Gold Class!) and then we are going to straight up chill – it’s been a busy couple of weeks and we are ready to relax.
Weekend Links.
After a crazy busy week at work, I’m seriously glad it’s the weekend. A Foodie’s Guide to ‘The Edible Monument: The Art of Food for Festivals’ (via Flavorwire) Instagram Reveals Its 10 Most Photographed Hotels of 2015 Elf Quote Christmas Cookies (via Snippet and Ink) Drooling over Secrets Fine Food, which offers gourmet delivery in the Emirates What Americans can learn from other food cultures (a Ted talk) The 13 Most Expensive Restaurants in the World (via CNT) The 9 Most Luxurious Body Treatments in the World (via Goop) Also, I love this picture probably because I’ve had sushi for 2 out of the past 3 meals (via the CNT instagram account): This weekend we’re heading to Dubai for a holiday brunch with Hubs’ company – should be good time. Also, we get a free night in the Media One hotel as part of the package – I’m always curious to…
Weekend Links.
Phew – a busy week. We’ve seen my parents off (and they are safely back in the States) and made a quick move to a staycation in nearby Oman. Charming Portraits Created from Lush Botanicals and Fresh Food How Recipe Writing is Changing, and How It’s Influencing Our Cooking (via Cooks & Books) How Not to Get Lipstick on Your Wine Glass – easier than you think! (via FWx) A Michelin star ramen restaurant? Yes please (and another excuse to go back to Toyko)! (via CNT) 10 Most Instagrammed Restaurants in America (via FWx) My plans today involve spending time on the beach, reading and catching up on the past week… What are you up to? Lots of love from the beautiful Al Bustan, ~C
Weekend links.
Dashing in to say happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy the links. The Oldest Restaurants in the World – I’d love to get to one. (via CNT) 3 hours between London and New York? Sign me up! I’m super curious about this AFAR Experience adventure taking place in my own backyard. Unfortunately, I’m supposed to be moving that weekend! Here’s what comfort food looks like around the world. What’s yours? #chickfila Rideable luggage. Need I say more? (via T+L) After literally a year, we finally found our ideal decanters from Reclamation Etchworks. They are going to be on sale soon – I’m thinking about picking up the expansion pack. 20+ people are due here in a few hours, so back to the kitchen.