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Nestled in a quiet corner in Barsha, is a small, cute Japanese café called Simply Oishii, that is all set to change the availability of authentic Japanese fruit parfaits and Japanese sweets here in the U.A.E. I had the honour of being invited for their grand opening. Though it took me some time to find... Continue Reading →
Skini Panini in Dubai Marina is a like a kiosk along the Marina Promenade situated closer to Dubai Marina Mall and Pier 7 and it has a small seating area too. The branch at Business Park, near Al Maktoum International Airport is bigger and has more options. They have a branch in Al Quoz also,... Continue Reading →
Remember Vasco da Gama, the famous Portuguese explorer and the first European to reach India by sea… Just like he made a couple more voyages to India after this initial journey, I too am dreaming of going back to Da Gama again, the Portuguese restaurant in Century Village, named after Vasco da Gama, obviously, to... Continue Reading →
Acai bowls are filled with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein and healthy fats. Hence they are believed to be superfoods and the latest healthy food fad. Because acai berries spoil within a day, they are usually sold as a frozen pulp and when topped with various cut fruits and granola, make a healthy snack or... Continue Reading →
Dabang Kathi & Curry is the latest addition to the Indian restaurant scene in Dubai. Having opened its doors just this year, it is located within the food court in Dubai Marina Mall and serves a limited menu consisting of veg. and non-veg. dishes with quirky Bollywood-inspired names. The outlet is decorated with back-lit posters... Continue Reading →
The word ‘thali’ actually means a round plate. It also refers to an Indian-style meal made up of various vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes served on a platter. Pure vegetarian thalis are not much revered by meat eaters as they are deemed boring. But I would suggest them to try the pure vegetarian thali at Rajdhani... Continue Reading →
Century Village is like my home now… I’ve been there so many times recently and I love going back again and again. Whether it’s in the afternoons or at night, it is a wonderful place to be. It is like walking down a countryside with fabulous restaurants all around. This time I found myself in... Continue Reading →
Under 500 is a restaurant born in the U.A.E. that aims to serve healthy food and each dish is under 500 calories. They serve all-day breakfast in addition to soups, salads, burgers, wraps and super bowls. They have vegan options too. You can even ‘build your own bowl’ if you’re not in the mood to... Continue Reading →
Highway 311 Grills and Eatery (Highway Tres Uno Uno) is a casual dining restaurant situated on the lake level in Cluster R in JLT, serving Latin American street food mainly from Columbia, Peru and Mexico. Stepping into Highway 311 is like being transported into Latin America…. Colourful, vibrant paintings and hats adorn the walls, foot-tapping... Continue Reading →
Bar Baar is quite famous among those who frequently visit pubs and bars in Dubai. Seeing all their Instastories, I too wished to visit this place. And a few days back, my dream came true when they were launching their new menu and I was invited. Aptly named ‘Gully Boy’, this new menu features street... Continue Reading →
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