We may or may not have already established that my first port of call in Dubai (circa 2007) was Dubai Festival City. Thus, I have an exceptional place in my heart for the entire property. Friendships that started at the golf club course, beautiful weddings attended, and discovering what expat life was all about during our weekly shop at Hyper Panda (or, as one friend used to affectionately call it, ‘Disco Panda’). Before I seriously got into fine dining, one of my finest UAE dining experiences at the now-shuttered Reflets, so I’m always curious to see what changes happen in the area. Thus, entering the Intercontinental Festival City for me comes with a greater expectation than most. Fortunately, I was immediately greeted by an airy and elevated space. Replacing what used to be the Bistro Madeline (?), the interior at The Fish House instantly appeals to my style — not overly fussy, with plenty…
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]]>Having been to the absolute treat that was Coya, I made plans to return to the Four Seasons resort over the weekend. While first stopping into Hendrick’s for a pre-dinner cocktail (an option I would definitely recommend — they had me at ‘build your own Gin & Tonic’ — so many options!), we finished our bespoke drinks and walked down the grand lobby staircase to the beach level. Escorted to a golf cart (on a nicer night we would’ve been happy to walk), Sea Fu is clearly designed to take the best of the resort, namely views of the Arabian Gulf (now partially involving that ultimate standard of the Dubai skyline, construction). With high ceilings and lots of glass, you get the feeling of an almost Balinese style experience. Just me? OK cool. For those interested, there is an outdoor bar (which was a bit too warm for our visit,…
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