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Circo: Primo Italian…in Abu Dhabi?

Circo: Primo Italian…in Abu Dhabi?

Welcoming guest blogger, The New Glitterati, to the team! The fact I was invited to this dinner (and instead went to Social) makes me super sad — it clearly would have been worth the trip. And a warning, do not read while hungry!! Overview Abu […]

Is Social by Heinz Beck worth the schlep? Mostly no.

Is Social by Heinz Beck worth the schlep? Mostly no.

The Dubai Restaurant Week 2016 is almost finished and we were able to enjoy 2 exceptional meals. Calling an audible on Wednesday night, I decided for a booking at Social by Heinz Beck on Thursday night. Traffic on the Palm is currently a terrific disaster, so […]

Weekend Links.

Weekend Links.

A busy week here in Dubai – sorry for the lack of links! Are you a morning person? Seize the Morning: The Case for Breakfast Yours truly was dining out and guest reviewing for the very fantastic FooDiva. Read my review of The Hide here. And […]

Weekend Links.

Weekend Links.

A busy week, but one with progress! A few links to share. If I’m back in the capital before May, I might have to check out the ‘ladies dine free’ offer at the Shangri-La in Abu Dhabi. You had me at champagne gummy bears. A […]

Enjoyable Sundowners: Sun& Dubai

Enjoyable Sundowners: Sun& Dubai

Finally getting settled in Dubai, I took the opportunity this weekend to book a sunset brunch at Sun&. The concept is small bites and unlimited booze, which seemed a good fit for Hubs and I. After all, we’re usually up quite early on the weekends […]

Weekend Links.

Weekend Links.

Still getting settled after the move! Some links to lift me up: As a huge fan of the show, I was intrigued by this article, The Grammar of ‘Top Chef’: What’s With ‘It Eats Salty’? (via MentalFloss) There are SO many food events in Dubai […]

Weekend links.

Weekend links.

Most likely I will be offline for the next two weeks as we get moved and try to get an internet connection in our new villa. When I’m back, I can’t wait to share the highlights of a recent gin night. Take care and happy […]

Weekend Links.

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 […]

Weekend Links.

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 […]