Travel, life, loves and laughs.
Estabena Cafe & Restaurant has recently opened at Meadows Village and Jason & I have a few date nights to catch up on. So we walk on over on Saturday night to sample Estabena’s eclectic Mediterranean cuisine.… 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
Footloose & Fancy-Free. At least for the night. My wonderful husband has gifted me two tickets for Footloose at the Dubai Opera. Already having lined up Diana, my date for the night, we leave the kids and husbands behind and head out to witness the Sellardoor Production of the classic 1984 dance musical.… Read the rest
Lady J’s soulful and enticing music strikes again as I attend ladies night at 53 Restaurant & Lounge with friends. Located on the 53rd floor of the Sheraton Grand Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road and just opposite the World Trade Centre, this restaurant offers spectacular views.… Read the rest
Design and Dine presents abstract art at Oneo Wine Bar. For me personally, the Westin Mina Seyahi location conjures images of pools and palm trees rather than abstract shapes and designs. However, our night of abstract art at Oneo wine bar gives the pools and palms a night off in search of something more creative and just as relaxing.… Read the rest
An impromptu catch up with friends takes me to The Pointe for an evening at the Italian restaurant, Mura.
The maitre’d hands me a menu as she shows me our table. A waiter promptly appears eager to take my drink order.… Read the rest
Wow! Wow, wow and wow! An evening brunch at Sola Jazz Lounge packs a punch with the showy entrance at Raffles, The Palm. This is an outstandingly spectacular hotel foyer in a city of impressive hotels with impressive foyers.… Read the rest
Looking for a special night out? Date night, friends night, any night is a good night for Atelier M. Located at Pier 7 on Dubai Marina, this is a picture perfect location for any occasion.
Rebecca and I didn’t really need an occasion, the promise of a night out was enough.… Read the rest
It has been a rough few years. COVID, jobs lost, friends leaving and lives changing without really moving forwards. Such is the nature of an expat life at the best of times. Yet despite all of it, there is still life and friendship to celebrate.… Read the rest
Lunch at Mimi Kakushi’s is the best I have ever had.
Some meals are memorable for different reasons. It might be the atmosphere, the service, view, a particular ingredient or indeed an entire dish that stands out. Mimi Kakushi brings all of these elements together to provide a very, very memorable meal for all the right reasons.… Read the rest