American
The Draft House; Draft Beer and Good Food at the Airport in Dubai
Last year on my way back to Lebanon, I stopped by "The Draft House" for a beer. I loved the food, the vibes, and selection of draft beers and remember to have been amazed by the restaurant that…
May 20, 2019
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Dubai
Desserts & Sweets
Lebanese Karim Bourgi: Creative Pastry Conquering the World
Based in Dubai since 2011, Chef Karim Bourgi is Executive Pastry Chef for the Al Mana Group, a role in which he manages the opening of La Maison du Chocolat Paris boutiques in the Middle East. He has…
American
The Hard Rock Cafe Dubai: Impressive Decor and Good Food
I’ve been a fan of the "Hard Rock Cafe" chain for as long as I remember. Two restaurants in Beirut, -which unfortunately closed- and many others around the world that I make a point to visit in…
May 15, 2019
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Dubai
News
The Big Reveal: Inside the Coca-Cola Arena Dubai
The executive team behind the new Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai today spoke about what it means to the city and region as the media was for the first time shown around the incredible indoor entertainment…
April 17, 2019
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Dubai
News
Coca-Cola Arena: Meet the Biggest Indoor State-of-the-Art Venue in Dubai
Meraas, a diversified Dubai-based holding company has signed a 10-year agreement with The Coca-Cola Company for the exclusive naming rights for Dubai’s first and biggest indoor, multipurpose…
April 09, 2019
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Airlines
Emirates Wins Best First Class at 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® Awards
Emirates has been awarded Best First Class in the world at the 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® awards for Airlines.
The airline also clinched several other awards including Best…
April 09, 2019
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Ice Cream & Gelato
I Scream: Innovative and Mouthwatering Ice Cream in Dubai
It’s innovative, it’s mouthwatering, it’s creative and it’s delicious; I Scream took ice cream to another level. Have you ever imagined eating zaatar ice cream, meghle,…
March 06, 2019
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Dubai
Hotels
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront
I’m staying for a week at the incredible 5-star Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront. I am a fan of the Radisson collection of hotels trying it in many countries already. With outstanding…
March 06, 2019
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Dubai
News
‘Drawing Lines’ art book launches in Dubai, reveals Lebanese identity through street art
‘Drawing Lines’, an art book that depicts the diversity and undaunted spiritof Lebanese identity, launches in the UAE, at Cities Dubai in Galleria Mall on 27thand 28thFebruary 2019. With…
February 18, 2019
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Lebanon
Chocolate
MAISON PIERRE MARCOLINI OPENS IN DUBAI
Luxury Chocolatier makes Middle Eastern debut with a flagship store at the Dubai Mall
Celebrated Belgian Chocolatier, Pierre Marcolini will be in Dubai this weekend to celebrate the opening…
Events
PREPARE FOR A FOOD TAKEOVER: DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL 2019 BEGINS THIS MONTH
Dubai Food Festival (DFF) returns for its sixth edition with an exciting calendar featuring more than 2,000 restaurants and 100 events
Favorites including swyp Beach Canteen, Hidden Gems and Dubai…
Events
SIXTH EDITION OF DUBAI FOOD FESTIVAL KICKS OFF ON 21 FEBRUARY
Dubai Food Festival (DFF) will light up the region’s culinary scene when it returns on 21 February until 9 March 2019 with a city-wide showcase of Dubai’s gastronomy offering to thousands…
Popular
2018: My Favorite Eats in Dubai
I have been to Dubai ten times already, and each 5-day trip was a full food experience one… I have tried enough sandwiches, cookies, burgers, Italian food and desserts to feel the…
January 07, 2019
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Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Allo Beirut; Now Open in Dubai
Experience the fresh and vibrant flavors of Beirut’s diversified food scene. Located in the bustling locale of Al Barsha, Dubai - Allo Beirut takes you to the streets of Lebanon and…
December 31, 2018
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Dubai
News
Asma Restaurant Brings Exciting New Concept of Middle Eastern Cuisine to Dubai Mall
Mom’s the word couldn’t be more apt when it comes to the new best-kept secret on the Dubai restaurant scene. Initiated by three Emirati sisters whose passion and love for food was passed…
December 20, 2018
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Dubai
Breakfast at Burj Al Arab Dubai: I Expected to be Amazed
Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
December 11, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast at Burj Al Arab Dubai: I Expected to be Amazed
"Burj al Arab", considered to be one of the world’s most expensive and most luxurious hotels, is a destination not many had the chance to visit; because you are only admitted with a…
December 11, 2018
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Dubai
Airports
The Noodle House: Lunch at the Airport
I was craving a bowl of noodles! And I finally found it at the airport. Ramen noodles called “wet noodles” and the wok noodles. This food is one I crave on a daily basis trying it in…
November 25, 2018
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Dubai
News
Marks & Spencer Launches Meat in Dubai for the Very First Time
Marks & Spencer and Al-Futtaim have an exciting announcement for customers in Dubai, UAE, with the introduction of its very first range of meat and poultry, available in selected Marks &…
November 25, 2018
Social House Dubai: A Beautiful Place Serving a Tasty Breakfast
Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Social House Dubai: A Beautiful Place Serving a Tasty Breakfast
Because the place looks so nice and inspiring. Because every design item makes you want to come in and live the experience, I stopped for breakfast. Social House is a marvelous masterpiece of…
November 24, 2018
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Dubai
Baker & Spice: Breakfast on the Fountain in Dubai
Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Baker & Spice: Breakfast on the Fountain in Dubai
When you see a dirty glass on the fridge display, you don’t know what to expect. When you sit and enjoy the food, your experience is pleasantly enjoyed. I was here for breakfast, on an early…
November 24, 2018
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Dubai
Lebanon’s Babel: Lebanese Hospitality at La Mer Dubai
Fish & Seafood | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
Fish & Seafood
Lebanon’s Babel: Lebanese Hospitality at La Mer Dubai
At the end of La Mer, a big house stands out; it’s Babel. “Babel Sur Mer," the fish restaurant of Babel Lebanon is now open in Dubai, at La Mer. Surrounded by water and greenery,…
November 24, 2018
| Lebanese/Middle Eastern
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Dubai
Aubaine: French Style Breakfast in Dubai
Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Aubaine: French Style Breakfast in Dubai
Lebanese owned, with the first restaurant in London, Aubaine has a premium location at the entrance of The Dubai Mall. Aubaine offers a French selection of gourmet creations all produced in-house.…
Leopold’s of London: Desserts on the Beach in Dubai
Bread & Bakeries | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
Bread & Bakeries
Leopold’s of London: Desserts on the Beach in Dubai
A local creation called Leopold’s opens as of breakfast until late night and serves an all-day-long selection of creative items. After having two breakfasts around, Leopold’s was third on…
November 24, 2018
| Breakfast & Coffee
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Dubai
State 88: Food with Emotions in Dubai
International Cuisine | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 24, 2018
International Cuisine
State 88: Food with Emotions in Dubai
Owned by a Lebanese group, State 88 is an international restaurant serving cuisine from all over the world. American, Italian and European, at State 88 happiness is guaranteed. Chicken, beef and…
November 24, 2018
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Dubai
Eggspectation Dubai: Breakfast Below Expectations
Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 23, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Eggspectation Dubai: Breakfast Below Expectations
It has eggs in its title, but it’s not only a breakfast restaurant. Eggs all day long, burgers, fries and desserts, Eggspectation is specialized in “eggs” and beyond. Imported from…
November 23, 2018
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Dubai
New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food
Asian/Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
November 23, 2018
Asian/Chinese
New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food
Serving New Shanghai cuisine imported directly from Asia, the restaurant owned by the Lebanese Azadea group is a masterpiece of architecture and design. Amazingly created, the long corridor takes you…
November 23, 2018
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Dubai
French
Chez Charles: The Ingredient is Passion
French class in the heart of Dubai... the restaurant is called Chez Charles. When a passionate entrepreneur decides to open a restaurant putting all his effort to make it happen, you can’t but…
November 23, 2018
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Dubai
Airports
Hard Rock Cafe Opens at Dubai Airport
Following the successful opening in Dubai Festival City, Hard Rock today opened its second Dubai location, Hard Rock Cafe DXB. The latest Hard Rock Cafe is located within the Dubai International…
Tasty Discoveries
Creptastic: Creative Crepes at La Mer Dubai
Ah, crêpes. They can be filling or light, savory or sweet, enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or dinner (or anytime in between). What’s not to love about this classic French creation? If you…
November 06, 2018
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Dubai
News
L’ARTISAN DU BURGER ARRIVES IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Authentic, artisanal and unique Michelin Guide-listed concept makes its international debut with a flagship venue in the Dubai Mall
L’Artisan du Burger, the quality…
September 03, 2018
American
Prime Grill Dubai: The Tomahawk Ribeye and the Brownie Sundae
Prime Grill, the newest restaurant to open in Dubai is located at the Galleria Mall. It’s new; it’s fresh, it’s trendy and sexy; the meat restaurant has it all. From a state of…
Beit Maryam: Homey Middle eastern specialities in JLT Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
July 13, 2018
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Beit Maryam: Homey Middle eastern specialities in JLT Dubai
"I grew up in a house where food was essential, a major part of our daily life. A house in the village, open for everyone to come in and share with us that meal prepared by my mum, Maryam who I…
July 13, 2018
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Dubai
Airports
Skyteam Lounge; Dubai International Airport
Now open in Dubai's Terminal 1, Concourse D, the Skyteam lounge is an architectural masterpiece. A bright lounge beautifully decorated with stripes of wood takes on a journey around a labyrinth…
Bread & Bakeries
Mana'esho: Proudly Lebanese, Baking Passion and Love in Dubai
Taste Lebanon in Dubai, the Manouche of dreams! I'm in love with this place.
Must try for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
June 03, 2018
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Dubai
Fish & Seafood
Ibn AlBahr: A Taste of Lebanon in Dubai
A meal at Ibn AlBahr truly transports you back to the shores of Lebanon.
The view of the beach, a table full of exceptional mezzes and grilled fish along with the company of Family…
June 03, 2018
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Dubai
Ayamna: The Palm Lebanese Restaurant, Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
June 03, 2018
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Ayamna: The Palm Lebanese Restaurant, Dubai
So many of us still yearn for flavors that are deeply rooted in our childhood, ones that are connected to treasured memories delicately built with family and loved ones, amidst settings that are…
June 03, 2018
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Dubai
Fish & Seafood
Flooka: Renowned Lebanese Seafood in Dubai
At Flooka, you will experience the best in Mediterranean seafood with a Lebanese twist. The chefs offer seafood mezze such as makanek - traditional Lebanese mini sausages, made the Flooka way with…
May 27, 2018
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Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Logma: Heritage Emirati Food with a Touch of Modernism in Dubai
Bite into the UAE’s delicious culinary treasures at this #DubaiHiddenGem.
The folks at Logma proudly share the rich heritage of Emirati and Khaleeji cuisine in a friendly, authentic setting,…
May 27, 2018
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Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Zaroob: Fast Casual Bites from the Levant in Dubai
ZAROOB, literally translates to “small alley”. It is a concept inspired by the traditional street food vendors found around the Levant region. ZAROOB captures the best and most authentic…
May 27, 2018
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Dubai
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Kaakunada: My Favorite Lebanese Kaak in Dubai and Amazing Knefeh
Rinnoo; Kaakunada is a Lebanese concept in Dubai that serves fresh authentic Lebanese sesame seeds; kaak with different flavors as well as fresh lemonade from the barrel.
You can't…
Italian
Via Vita: A Casual Italian in Dubai
Imagine the streets of Southern Italy where all your senses are tickled by LA DOLCE VITA taste the comfort of Nonna’s authentic cooking see the colors of the freshest ingredients smell the…
May 13, 2018
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Dubai
Hotels
The Intercontinental Hotel of Festival City Impresses Me Every Time
I’ve been here three times already and still feel like writing a review like if it was the first. I love it here on all fronts, the attention, the decor, the room amenities and morning…
April 29, 2018
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Dubai
Events
Dubai Beach Canteen 2018
The Beach Canteen is back for the full length of this year’s Festival at the popular Kite Beach in Jumeirah!
Featuring home-grown restaurant concepts and one celebrity chef pop-up in line…
March 31, 2018
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Dubai
Desserts & Sweets
The Cheesecake Factory Dubai; The Sweet Desserts
Craving a cheesecake, this place is the best place to be! I’ve been to the one at the Dubai mall, San Francisco and Beirut enjoying the traditional cheesecake as well as the loaded creations…
March 20, 2018
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Dubai
Breakfast at the Intercontinental Hotel Dubai Festival City is the Richest I’ve Seen
Breakfast & Coffee | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
March 15, 2018
Breakfast & Coffee
Breakfast at the Intercontinental Hotel Dubai Festival City is the Richest I’ve Seen
The biggest, the richest and the cleanest breakfast I’ve seen is more of an all-day lunch buffet than a simple morning treat; you dream of it, it exists! Anything you might imagine, the buffet…
News
La Perle: An Amazing Experience in Dubai
With its one-of-a-kind theatre built in the heart of Al Habtoor City, La Perle is the region’s first resident show, featuring a cast of 65 artists, each bringing their own unique set of…
March 13, 2018
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Dubai
Hotels
The W Hotel, Dubai; I Love the Brand and the Experience (Hotel Name Changed)
The W, is a brand I love, a hotel I first visited five years ago when traveling to Istanbul. I love the colors and the vibes, the perfection of things and attention to details. Purple and pink neon…
March 13, 2018
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Dubai
Hotels
The Sheraton Hotel Jumeirah Beach Resort
Arriving at 2 am, the receptionist was waiting for me, greeting and welcoming me with my name. Welcome, Mr. Rahayel. I was checked-in and shown to my room to discover, in 2018 a smoking facility. In…
Burgers
Big Fernand, Paris’ Famous Hamburger Lands in Dubai
From the busy streets of Paris to the cosmopolitan city of Dubai, Big Fernand -my favorite burger in Paris opens at Dubai Festival City. Being a fan of this famous French burger chain, I…
March 13, 2018
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Dubai
Sugar Factory: Hardcore Food, Fun, Colors and Positivity in Dubai
International Cuisine | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East
March 13, 2018
International Cuisine
Sugar Factory: Hardcore Food, Fun, Colors and Positivity in Dubai
When a place is called “Sugar”, prepare yourself to have a rush. Sugar and sweet things is what they do, with portions that are heavier and bigger than “The Cheesecake…
March 13, 2018
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Dubai
