Taipei Dao, which roughly translates to “pathway to Taipei” is undeniably a hidden gem in the heart of Business Bay, Dubai. It’s a Taiwanese Teahouse, which makes complete sense since dim sum is a usual accompaniment to tea in the Chinese culture. …
Summer is in full swing and all I want to have is chilled food. A chilled granola parfait for breakfast, chilled salad for meals and chilled smoothies in between. I’m also trying to cut back on eating too much junk and start …
As the name suggests, Totora is a Peruvian cebicheria, and they claim to specialize in ceviche. I love ceviche, so when I was invited there, I clicked my heels with joy and prepared myself for post-meal snow-angels. Perhaps my expectations were too …
Full disclosure: I don’t like hotels. Some (read M) may even say I hate hotels. Home is my most favorite place to be- that’s the truth. Curled up in my cashmere throw on my corduroy recliner with a steaming hot mug of …
During my stay at the Waldorf Astoria in RAK, M and I had lunch at Marjan, an eclectic Middle Eastern restaurant with a menu created by the famed Joe Barza from Lebanon and art created by Sasan Nasernia. This was an unusual choice …
Palazzo Versace is one of my most favorite hotels. I’m sure I’ve said it before but a little reiteration never hurt anyone. It’s classy, elegant, and extravagant. Sometimes, you want need that in your life. You want to celebrate a special occasion or …
I love Asian food, blah blah blah. That in no way means I’ll like ANY Asian food and can’t tell good versions from bad though. A meal at Ramusake, however, authorizes me to tell you with full conviction this place is good- …
Ramadan, our favorite month of the year just bode us farewell. I really hope I’m around to be blessed with many more Ramadan’s to come, but until the next one, I’m going to do what I do best: breakfast. Boy oh boy, …
I did something unusual today (for Ramadan). I broke free from the ubiquitous Iftar tents that revolve around Arabesque cuisine (with a bit of Indian, if you’re lucky), and instead accepted an invite to try out the Summer Sunset menu at Katana …
It’s been a few weeks since I dined at this elegant establishment, and it upsets me how quickly time flies before I get to share my experiences with you all. Oh well, better late than never, right? 🙂 The Artisan; by Enoteca …
There are three kinds of tastings: The kind that you’re paid to do The kind that you do because the PR person is too nice to say no to The kind that you’re legitimately excited about and want in your life Tresind …
Iftar buffets are an overwhelming, extravagant, and often even a flamboyant affair. Buffet plates are an ugly but delicious mess. Taking pictures at buffets is a food blogger’s worst nightmare, and the dim lighting that is synonymous with Arabic themed affairs never …
While I’m super duper excited about Ramadan, I’m not too crazy about buffet lines, and sometimes want options that aren’t entirely Arabesque; which is why it was wildly refreshing to go for the Wednesday evening brunch at Intersect By Lexus the other …
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Brasserie 2.0 does the best theme nights. I was floored by their BBQ theme night, and again by their pre-Ramadan Iftar preview. The ambiance was (as always) clean, modern and simple; Ramadan elements …
Dear Readers (I’m looking at you, Baig), Sorry for the recent stretch of inactivity. I’ve been feeling quite uninspired lately, and decided it’s best to hibernate the laptop and take a break for a few days week- from blogging and tastings alike. …