The over-the-table barbeque concept Barbeque Nation brings to Dubai is not new. Absolute Barbeque, known now as AB’s, first launched the exact same theme about two years ago. The two are so uncannily similar, if I didn’t know better, I’d say they were from the same source. But they’re not. I recently visited a Barbeque … Continue reading Barbeque Nation: A cut above the rest
Cherrie Blossom has a lot going for it. Sadly good food and service aren’t on that list. In fact, Cherrie Blossom turned out one of the biggest disappointments of my otherwise fantastic culinary adventure of 2016. Why? Perhaps because I expected too much. Perhaps because it’s located in one of the most beautiful locations in … Continue reading Cherrie Blossom: Epic disappointment
The most unique and interesting thing about the Premier Inn’s Mr. Toad’s Pub & Kitchen is its…name. Otherwise it’s just another modern interpretation of a British pub, be it a decent, constantly multiplying one (I think there are now four branches in Dubai). The pub opens from one end into what looks like a back-yard, … Continue reading The Premier Inn presents…Mr. Toad’s
Themar Al Bahar is a popular Egyptian seafood restaurant on the Ajman Corniche. The interior is fashioned like a tent with colourful (of course Egyptian) Khayamiya-style cloth flowing from a central point in the ceiling. I felt however that it is let down somewhat by its ridiculous fake grass carpeting and the rank stink of … Continue reading Of course Egyptian
Bait Misk is a Lebanese restaurant. It is also one of Dubai’s best kept secrets. The whole of the Jumeirah Fishing Harbour is really; it’s a picturesque fishing harbour postcard. The restaurant is tastefully decorated, with an obvious bias towards its location. At this time of year the little veranda it shares with stable mate, … Continue reading A true hidden gem
Carinderia Ni Tandang Sora is a themed Filipino restaurant which specializes in serving authentic Filipino food. It’s making quite a reputation for itself, notching up two branches in a very short period of time; this one in Deira and another in Karama. Much of this success (and speed) can be attributed to experienced patron chef, Richelle … Continue reading Brilliant Bulalo in Deira
