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Set on the north shore of the stunning îles de Lérins, La Tonnelle is a gem amongst the shining pearls of the island.
We have ferried across from Cannes this morning and circumnavigated the tiny island by foot, attended mass and found a shady spot for a snooze, all before lunch.… Read the rest
In the center of Grasse, it would be difficult to miss L’Alambic. It’s all rose colored umbrellas and a matching array of clothing surrounding the shaded dining area.
We take a table after scoping out the menu and some of the food already on tables.… Read the rest
A Dubai holiday is a great thing, especially with kids. Most tourists fly by Dubai on a few nights stopover (see stopover itinerary) to or from somewhere else. If you’re prepared to scratch the surface though, there is enough to keep the family going for at least a couple of weeks.… Read the rest
A trifecta of a meal at CÉ LA VI. This award winning restaurant deserves all the accolades. Set on the 54th floor of the Address Sky Views, CÉ LA VI overlooks the iconic Burj Khalifa. There are also views of Dubai’s downtown from the restaurant and over towards the sea from the restaurant’s express lift.… Read the rest
A short drive through the countryside from Berat, after a morning at Berat Castle and the Onunfri Museum, and we come to the tiny village of Roshnik where the Alpeta Winery makes a big impression.
We’re here for wine tasting, a tour of the Vineyard and a hearty lunch sourced from local produce.… Read the rest
Zuma, one of the most famous brunches in Dubai. Founded by chef Rainer Becker in Rome in 2002, the chain now has its headquarters in London with locations around the world. ‘Chain’ certainly conjures the wrong image of this upmarket brand which has clearly earned its fine dining reputation.… Read the rest
Melnik is known for its wine and Bulgarians love their meat. So Mexaha Melnik seems the perfect combination. A Mexaha is a local, traditional Bulgarian bistro or restaurant. You can find them in cities and scattered throughout the countryside.… Read the rest
Hell Yeah! A brunch at Gordon Ramsey’s Hell’s Kitchen delivers the classics and more.
When friends Carmen & Adrian invite us to join them for lunch at Gordon Ramsey’s Hell’s Kitchen on Dubai’s Bluewaters Island, it is hard to think of a reason not to.… Read the rest
The Habtoor Palace at Al Habtoor City in Dubai, is part of a grand complex associated with the Hilton hotels chain. With over 1,000 rooms, an array of restaurants, meeting and conference facilities and on-site entertainment like La Perle, this really is a City unto itself.… Read the rest
It is the UAE National Day long weekend and while many friends are out of town or on local staycations, given the five days of celebrations made possible by the 3 days of declared public holidays, we have elected for a quiet extended weekend at home with a little La Mer celebration.… Read the rest