Jun 2017
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…
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Jun 2017
Weekend links.
It's been a busy couple of weeks, full of some stress, but I'm now 100% looking forward to our trip to Australia -- we leave tomorrow! Here's some new links to share: Fairly…
May 2017
My Top Dishes of May 2017.
Starting in the Maldives , then to Italy and dining across the UAE, May 2017 has been a busy month, indeed! In no particular order: Tandoori scallops , Orientale . The sweet…
May 2017
St. Regis Vommuli Maldives: Video.
Concluding my trip report to the absolutely incredible St. Regis Maldives resort, I compiled a video that (hopefully) captures the stunning nature of this property! Enjoy. In case…
May 2017
Jean-Georges Kitchen: New menu preview.
It's been awhile since I made my way to the Four Seasons Jumeirah (still one of my favorite properties in the city), but I was delighted to be invited to taste the upcoming new…
May 2017
Folly by Nick & Scott: Best of the Madinat?
When asked to film a spot for the Entertainer , a few locations were thrown out. I immediately responded to Folly by Nick & Scott , as it seems like I am the last foodie in town…
May 2017
Aloft Al Ain: Modern hospitality in the desert.
Spoiler alert, I've lived in the UAE for ten years, and while I've driven through Al Ain a few times, I've never actually stayed overnight. As Hubs did quite a bit of work in the…
May 2017
Loca Abu Dhabi: Sí!
Long before Loca opened in Abu Dhabi, Hubs and I were over the moon that authentic Mexican (or as close as our SoCal taste buds could discern) was available in Dubai (long time…
May 2017
Ad Hoc: That's (not) amore in Rome.
You know how you can get really excited for a restaurant and then it doesn't live up to expectations? This was, unfortunately, the case at Ad Hoc , a well-reviewed venue in Rome.…
May 2017
Weekend links.
Fairly certain I've written close to 10,000 words this week. All the best (and worst) from my recent trip to Italy is queued up and will be coming at you sooner rather than later…