While I’ve started a monthly version of this roundup (August, September, October, November, December — coming soon!) and I even managed a six-month review back in June, I thought now was a good time to reflect on some of the most amazing dishes I’ve had during the […]
Dear Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, I remember when you just opened — a sparkling jewel in Abu Dhabi — when you were the most exciting venue in the capital and a destination to look forward to. Unfortunately, the years have not been kind. My stay […]
Having visited Friends Avenue earlier in the year, I was very excited to see what offers were available at sister property Arrows and Sparrows. Winding my way through the Greens (the scene of cherished days from many years past), I parked in the adjacent parking lot […]
When a late invitation to a champagne tasting came through this week, I was intrigued. While I don’t necessarily have the most advanced palate, I do quite enjoy bubbles of all varieties, but had never had the opportunity to try Hatt et SÖNER. Thus, when the […]
I managed to do a lot of stuff this week, even if I wasn’t dining out every night. Let’s hope a few of the proverbial irons in the fire land in 2017 (or before 2017, Abu Dhabi, I’m looking at you). I’m also working on […]
Nearly two three months later, I’m finally finishing up on our visit to Bali. Better late than never, yes? So, here’s the concept of the Bali Food Safari: 3 plates x 4 restaurants, 1 van, 1 city — a well-organized mystery dining experience. Staying in […]
Another month gone and the year almost over! November was a bit of a strange one, with a lot of disappointing Italian food. Still, a few of the dishes managed to shine through. Truffled mash potatoes. While I haven’t officially posted about it yet, Citi […]
Rather glad for a chilled out week after how busy last week ended up being… As I’ll be away from Tuesday next week (going to Socotra!), this will have to be your links for the next two weeks: Relevant to today, 4 potato mashing techniques. […]
Whew! One of my busier weeks in the recent past. With all the eating done (and still some to go), I didn’t manage to get a lot of links together, so please enjoy what I did find. Just a few links to share: A mystery […]
