Zass<\/a>, Positano, Italy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nWhere were your favorite meals this year?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"So, last year, I shared my top three dishes of 2016, and throughout this year, I’ve been sharing my favorite monthly plates.\u00a0 This year, I think I want to expand and mention my top three meals instead.\u00a0 As I reflected on the many dining experiences I’ve had throughout 2017, there are plenty of excellent contenders.\u00a0 However, after a lot of deliberation, these are the meals that stuck with me the most.\u00a0 In no particular order: Test Kitchen, Cape Town, South Africa.\u00a0 I cannot think of a better way to usher out my 35th year than our meal here.\u00a0 Should you find yourself in Cape Town, do whatever you can to get a booking at this fabulous venue.\u00a0 It’s precisely how unpretentious fine dining should be done.\u00a0 And please splurge to opt for the iconic wine pairing, you will not be disappointed. The Experience by Reif Othman, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.\u00a0…<\/p>\n
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