Oct 2015
Weekend Links.
I've been a long time fan of other's weekend links (kind of a trend among many of the blogs I follow) and I'm optimistic I can start and keep up with a regular post for my…
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Oct 2015
Best Weekend in Abu Dhabi? Fairmont Bab al Bahr 36 Hour Weekend Package.
Having visited and taken advantage of this experience no less than 3 times, I can honestly say the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr's 36 Hour Weekend Package is among the most relaxing ways…
Sep 2015
Rang Mahal by Atul Kochhar - An Amazing Experience in Dubai.
To celebrate our 12th wedding anniversary earlier this year, Hubs and I wanted to do something special. I tasked Hubs to finding a place and although we debated Le Petit Maison…
Sep 2015
Like watching food? Check out The Chef's Table.
It's been out for awhile, but Hubs and I thoroughly enjoyed the Netflix series, The Chef's Table - an excellently produced documentary style of episodes following renowned chefs…
Sep 2015
Everyday Dining I Love: Sushi Art
Not every meal can be gourmet. In fact, most meals are not, but that doesn't mean quality has to be sacrificed. I am an avid eater of sushi and after some trial and error in Abu…
Sep 2015
Decent lunch spot: Bluespoon (Andaz Amsterdam).
In the summer of 2014, I was still getting my foodie feet underneath me. Much like Vinkeles , our visit to the Bluespoon was inspired forced by my interest in the hotel first (to…
Sep 2015
Go for Broke: Reflets par Pierre Gagnaire
Let the record show, I'd been wanting to go to this restaurant for ages. As our first apartment in Dubai was located very near the Intercon, I'd walked by the iconic pink…
Sep 2015
Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove, Seychelles: Brilliant views and barely 4 star.
Living in the Middle East, I'm exposed to essentially the best hotels and service in the world. Indeed, I could tell you a handful of nice properties I visited while residing in…
Sep 2015
Beautiful night at Bridges.*
During our 2014 trip to Amsterdam, Hubs and I decided to break away from our beloved bitterballen and test out one of the fine dining options in the city. If I'm remembering…
Sep 2015
Chilean Wine Night @ Hawksbill: Mostly Good
The Saadiyat Beach Golf Club hosts a wine night once a month, and Hubs and I along with some other friends try and attend when we can. In this case, we signed up for a Chilean…