tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14373889180182902802024-03-06T04:20:22.670+04:00The Young and The HungryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05867653189023452642noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-18427153482408913252014-09-01T09:30:00.000+04:002014-09-01T09:30:31.786+04:00ChopSuey <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I am always excited when I find a new brochure from a
restaurant thrown over our gate or hanging on the door of our entrance. Usually
we only use them for ordering delivery, this was the first time I had ventured
to the actual restaurant. The menu grabbed my attention directly and after a
bit of convincing I dragged my usual companion with me the very next day to try it out.</div>
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<a href="http://www.chopsuey.ae/" style="color: #00b0f0;">ChopSuey</a> is located conveniently in Jumeirah Beach
Plaza on the ground floor where Itzza Pizza used to be. It provides California-style Chinese dishes that are made from fresh ingredients and do not include any MSG. It's interior is more
spacious than one would assume. The design is quite playful, with a large
colorful mural covering the main wall, adding life to the space. Moreover,
crates are suspended from the open ceiling making me feel like I am in the
middle of a game of Crash Bandicoot.</div>
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the only one's at the restaurant, but I wasn't surprised since it is fairly new and it was a weekday. Looking at the menu it is filled with variety, there is
something for everyone. While my friend was updating me with her news my eyes
kept on darting to the dim sum options and my mind drifted to a beautiful
paradise filled with buns and dumplings. Noticing that I was not even listening
she suggested we order so she could have my undivided attention. I happily
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We
ordered a plate of Crystal Prawn Dumplings, BBQ Chicken Buns, Crispy Lemon
Chicken, Wok-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Oyster Sauce and Wok-Fried Singapore
Egg Noodles with Chicken. The <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Crystal Prawn Dumplings</span> were delicious, soft and tender
with a whole lot of prawn. The <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">BBQ Chicken Buns</span> melted in our mouth and were an
explosion of flavor. The <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Crispy Lemon Chicken</span> was the hero of the night with
its tangy sauce. Although my date was full she just could not stop
eating from this dish until there was none left. The <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Wok-Friend Beef and Broccoli with
Oyster Sauce</span> was our least favorite dish and remained untouched. Finally, <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">the Wok-Fried Singapore Egg Noodles with Chicken</span>
was another winner, the dish as a whole
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Their
staff is very friendly and always eager to assist. Their plating comes in colored
glass bowls which I think is a very nice touch because it complements and
highlights their food. I could not get their buns and dumplings out of my mind
so I recently ordered delivery, the food arrived nice and hot and tasted as
good as I remembered. Give this restaurant a shot, either by visiting it or by
ordering delivery, I don't think you will be disappointed, I wasn't.</div>
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-61564267017907670042014-07-17T17:35:00.001+04:002014-07-17T17:35:28.551+04:00Al Fanar (Authentic Emirati Cuisine)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It was a hot, Saturday evening and after some shopping at Ikea, I was running quite a bit late on my Iftar and really looking forward to some good food. My friend and I initially aimed for a different restaurant, but after finding it closed and randomly running into this one, she persuaded me to give it a try.</div>
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Apprehension turned to excitement as I entered the place and the first place to greet me was... a smell that reminded me so intensely of my grandmother's house in Bahrain, that I swear I could've been there right there and then. It was a smell that told a story of family, of heritage, of long traditions where blood is stronger than anything, and of soulful, simple food that tugged at my Khaleeji roots.</div>
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Despite being an hour into iftar already, we were graciously accepted to a table, having had to pass through a narrow corridor that spoke of the UAE traditions. The decor of the place matched the theme, with simple wooden tables and chairs and no fluff about the place.</div>
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The offer for a Ramadan iftar was a 90 Dhs set menu which includes a plate of appetisers, a salad, some soup, a choice of main, a plate of dessert and tea. Oh, water and ramadan drinks are included as well. Not bad for the price at all... </div>
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Chopped cucumbers you say? Tomatoes? Onions? What's so special about that? Well, these simple and humble dishes are packed full of flavour. The simplicity pays respect to the ingredients, which are juicy, fresh and hit just the right spot. The combination of some sour vinegar, sweet tomatoes and rich olive oil was just what I needed at that very moment. My appetite was successfully whet.</div>
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My date and I ordered a meat salona and shrimp biryani for the mains. The salona, which is basically a wet dish, was cooked slightly different than the way we would do it at home, but this is after all Emirati food and not Bahraini. It was delicious, and the meat very tender, just sliding off the bones. The biryani too was filling and just the right amount of spicy.</div>
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We ended the night with some karak and a few dates. It was the perfect, spontaneous, soulful evening. The service and hospitality was true to the Arab ways, the waiters were generous, helpful and always had a smile.<br />
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Do visit this place to experience some simple, delicious food with a strong heritage.<br />
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I was introduced to <span style="color: #1f497d; mso-themecolor: text2;"><a href="https://www.jumeirah.com/en/hotels-resorts/dubai/madinat-jumeirah/restaurants--bars/tortuga/">Tortuga</a></span> by a close friend during one of our ladies nights out. I am ashamed to admit that I have
never been to Mina a'Salam before, so I was undoubtedly excited to try this
place and take a look around. At first glance, I found it to be very charming,
the outdoor area is quite big and located right over the water with colorful
upholstery and warm lighting. The interior is very spacious and inviting with its
white tiled walls and its colorful and warm furniture. I have to admit, before
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I have already been three times in the span of a month. What
definitely got me hooked on that first night was the frozen <span style="color: #d99594;">mango margarita</span>
that I ordered, it wasn't the Margarita itself that got me excited, it was
the chili, lime and salt seasoning that was on the rim of the glass. I was
like a little kid licking it off and embarrassing my friends. It was a small
alteration to the classic margarita, but it made a big impact.</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">The second time I visited was for dinner. We ordered </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">guacamole</span><span style="text-align: justify;">,
</span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">nachos</span><span style="text-align: justify;">
and </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">camarones
al ajillo</span><span style="text-align: justify;"> (sautéed shrimps with mushrooms, garlic and chili) for appetizers.
The plate of </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">guacamole</span><span style="text-align: justify;"> was quite small in comparison to the usually large portion
other restaurants offer but it was still good nonetheless. The </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">nachos</span><span style="text-align: justify;"> were nothing exciting, it was just a plate of
chips covered in melted cheese, similar to the cheese you get at cinemas, a bit
of guacamole,onions and some jalapeno peppers. Next was the dish of the night, the </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">sautéed shrimps and mushrooms</span><span style="text-align: justify;">,
our waiter's recommendation. It was a welcomed surprise of flavors, the shrimp
and mushrooms were cooked nicely and the combination of the garlic and the seasoning
made the dish memorable. For main course we ordered a plate of </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">Arrachera tacos</span><span style="text-align: justify;">
( filled with shredded steak) to be shared. I love my tacos bursting with
flavor, dripping at the end and making me want more. Unfortunately, this dish
was bland and the meat was not easy to chew. Finally,for dessert we ordered a
plate of </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">churros
</span><span style="text-align: justify;">with chocolate sauce. The chocolate sauce was more of a custard, but I
can't complain since the dough was nice and soft from the inside and crunchy
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We were surprised to see the bill was around 200 per person
seeing that we only ordered a couple of small plates and drinks. I guess it
shouldn't be that much of a surprise since it is in Mina a'Salam. Furthermore, I
have heard mixed reviews about this place, I recently suggested it to a
colleague of mine and he completely hated the place from the food to the drinks
to the atmosphere. I, on the other hand, have a soft spot for this restaurant.
Granted I did not have the best dining experience
but I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the service was very efficient and friendly.I would come back for their margaritas any day and that plate of sautéed
shrimps, well I'm drooling just thinking about it. </div>
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awakened when I had my first ever Tom Yum soup at the <span style="color: #548dd4; mso-themecolor: text2; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheRoseleafCafe">Roseleaf Cafe</a></span>. The eye watering
heat, the tantalising ginger, the lingering taste of lemongrass, I was
hooked. My mission every Tuesday was to
make sure that I reached early to the cafe to get my weekly dose of Tom Yum. The
cafe even had my number in case they made the soup on another day, I was that
in love. Sadly my happiness was short lived since they stopped making the soup
soon after. Luckily for me, there are Thai restaurants scattered all over
Dubai and that is how my interest for Thai Cuisine grew from Tom Yum to all
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Located in Media City,<span style="color: #92d050;"> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LittleBangkokrestaurant">LittleBangkok</a></span>'s brown, orange and green color scheme looks so warm and
inviting compared to the very neutral and lackluster lobby. The space is divided into several dining
areas, the booth area that is lit with spherical shaped pendants made of
manipulated thin strips of wood, the general area that is lit with a semi
transparent colorful fixture and the comfortable sofa area that is covered with
umbrellas used as lighting pendants. Through the open kitchen I enjoyed watching the chefs busily run around from station to station getting things prepared , the smell from their steaming pans made my stomach
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ten minutes when all our plates arrived, it was a pleasant surprise since the
place was more packed than usual and I was expecting a longer wait. We started with the papaya
salad which was flavorsome and a nice beginning to our dinner. Next were the
crispy prawns that were covered in a thin, smooth layer of batter with a soft
prawn centre that went perfectly with the sweet chilli sauce. As of late I have
had an incessant craving for dumplings, so this was the plate I was looking
forward to most. The dumpling parcel was delicate but still sturdy, the prawn
inside was smooth and soft and was seasoned nicely. Finally there was the red curry, I had ordered the dish just for myself
but it looked like it could feed a family of five. It was mildly spiced with
coconut milk, tofu, carrots, bamboo shoots and Kaffir Lime. The tofu was a
refreshing addition lowering the intensity of the heat , the carrots were cut in circles with a zigzag
edge adding a nice texture to the plate. The combination of ingredients went
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desserts that do not include chocolate but I was surprised to notice that I was
excited to try these out. The first dish was the mango sticky rice, the mangos
tasted so good cleansing my palette from the spiciness of the curry. Although
the mangos were delicious I did not particularly like the sticky rice , it did
not have enough coconut milk and felt more like a savory dish than a sweet one.
I had ordered the second dish after reading
that it had tapioca pearls that are found in the bubble tea drinks that have
become a craze all over Dubai. I love tapioca pearls not because of their
popularity but because they remind me of my summers spent in Australia with my
cousins drinking our <span style="color: #548dd4;"><a href="http://www.easywaytea.com.au/">Easy Way</a><u> </u></span>while roaming the mall. The dessert came in
a martini like glass with tiny transparent tapioca pearls anchored in a sea of
coconut milk, shaved ice and cantaloupe balls. It is a very intriguing dish one
that borders the line between edible and drinkable. The only thing that I would
have changed is that I would have loved if they incorporated larger tapioca
pearls ones that we could taste rather that tiny ones that got lost in the
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The restaurant experience as a whole was enjoyable, the
staff was very friendly and always smiling. Their food was quite good and
exciting although not the best I have had. An addition is that they have a small pantry of ingredients and
products from Thailand, I bought some biscuits covered in chocolate that I have
yet to try but if you are keen they have some interesting options. Moreover, on certain days they have an all you can eat offer for a bargain price but
you have to finish everything on your plate otherwise you need to pay for the
dishes you did not finish. Have a try, let me know how it goes.</div>
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-68737710108298802422014-05-22T18:58:00.000+04:002014-05-22T21:16:32.292+04:00El Catrin<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's in Canada. Toronto, to be more specific.</div>
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But it's so great, and the ties between Dubai and Toronto as so strong that I feel that I have to share my experience. So if ever you have to make a stop in Toronto, do pay this place a visit.</div>
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I'm talking about the Mexican restaurant <a href="http://www.elcatrin.ca/home" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #c27ba0;">El Catrin</span></b></a>, which is located in the beautiful, historic Distillery District. I will not say much except that the decor is gorgeous, the service is friendly and helpful, the drinks are delicious and above all, the food is fresh, flavourful, vibrant, and extremely appetising. Enjoy!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two types of tacos</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beef taco (special of that day) - also the favourite</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lamb taco (barbacoa) - explosion of flavour with the pineapple</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chicken burrito</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Scallop ceviche, also a special on that day</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tres Leches cake - yum yum yum! Light, fluffy, not too sweet with the perfect amount of crunch</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ole Mole - brownie with some lovely ice-cream and a bit of crunch to go with it all</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05867653189023452642noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-52881713244398119962014-05-15T09:47:00.000+04:002014-05-15T10:25:10.994+04:00Katsuya by Starck<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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After weeks of postponing and re-postponing this dinner, we
finally made the time to visit <span style="color: #76923c; mso-themecolor: accent3; mso-themeshade: 191;"><a href="http://katsuyarestaurant.com/">Katsuya by Starck </a></span>which hails from sunny Los Angeles and
involves the exciting collaboration between the award winning chef Katsuya
Ueichi and the renowned product designer and architect Philippe Starck. It
is located in the Dubai Mall right under Friday's, with a great view of the
Dubai Fountain. As you enter be prepared to be greeted by the overly
enthusiastic staff yelling 'Irasshaimase!' (which is a respectful way of
welcoming a guest into an establishment). Their enthusiasm is so infectious
that you will find customers yelling it out as well.</div>
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I decided to make use of my Nikon that was gathering dust in
my closet, and see if I could take some somewhat decent shots. I knew from
experience that adjusting the settings, getting the perfect angle and trying to
make use of what little lighting I had would be a tough job. What I did not
take into consideration was my starving date who eyed each plate with such
hunger, barely giving me seconds to snap as many pictures as possible before
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One of the reasons I was excited to come visit this
restaurant was so I could see Philippe Starck's work first hand. I spent the
first fifteen minutes looking around, taking in the dimly lit space, the
large Japanese lanterns and the back lit images of Samurai Warrior hats while my date impatiently glared at me willing me to turn around and start ordering. (The hazards of being friends with a designer I guess). I was slightly surprised to see that there were barely any tables occupied, from what I heard about the place I expected it to be packed. Though it was still too early to tell. </div>
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As explained to us by our very friendly waiter, there are
three themed kitchens - the sushi bar, the hot kitchen and the robata charcoal
grill kitchen and in addition a cocktail bar where they create their signature
drinks. Once the waiter was done with his explanation, my date hastily ordered for us pausing
only momentarily to get my nod of approval, she ordered: The <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Mushroom Salad </span>, <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Salmon Sashimi</span>, <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">SSC Roll</span>, <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">The Hollywood
Roll </span>and <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">The</span> <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Shrimp Tempura Roll</span>. Looking back on our options, I do
admit that we should have included one or two more plates that were offered from
their other kitchens but unfortunately we've got a one track mind, once we see
sushi on the menu we salivate and see nothing else.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The<span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"> Mushroom Salad </span>is one of my absolute favorite salads
to order, for a while there I was slightly obsessed with the one offered at <span style="color: #95b3d7; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themetint: 153;"><a href="http://www.mangasushi.ae/">Manga Sushi</a></span>
and did not think I could find another one that could match it. Katsuya did not
disappoint at all, each layer of mushrooms was served on a bed of
butter-lettuce, it was like a nesting doll, every time we thought that this
was the last layer there was more waiting for us. It was delicious. </div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">The first roll that arrived at our table was the</span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;"> SSC Roll </span><span style="text-align: justify;">which
was made up of sautéed shrimp with shiitake mushrooms and asparagus on a
California Roll. In my opinion, it is sheer brilliance to add mushrooms to a
sushi roll, definitely adds a special touch to the dish. The next roll was the </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">Shrimp Tempura
Roll </span><span style="text-align: justify;">which was quite nice, but needed some kind of sauce to help distinguish
it from any other shrimp tempura roll. Moving on the hero of the night was, without a doubt, the </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">Hollywood
Roll</span><span style="text-align: justify;">. Comprised of shrimp tempura, spicy kanikama (crab
stick), avocado, cucumber and topped with spicy albacore (tuna). It was soft and
flavorsome with just the right amount of spiciness. Surprisingly, my least
favorite dish was the </span><span style="color: #d99594; text-align: justify;">Salmon Sashimi</span><span style="text-align: justify;">, which I found to be too fishy and could
barely finish my first piece, though my date was not bothered at all and quite
liked it.</span></div>
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As full as we were, we could not deny ourselves the joy of
having dessert. Being both lovers of anything chocolate related we ordered the <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;">Double Chocolate
Lava</span>, which was presented in a metallic cup with caramel sauce on the
side. The fact that I do not have a single picture of this plate should be
proof enough of how fast it was consumed by the both of us. While we were
taking our last spoonfuls we were visited by the restaurant's very charismatic manager. His timing couldn't have been more perfect since we were
already smiling from the effects of the chocolate, we laughed, we joked and we
bonded over our common love of chocolate. Getting up to leave, I looked around and noticed that the restaurant was finally buzzing with people and a line had already formed at the entrance. I was glad to see that it had lived up to its reputation.</div>
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This restaurant definitely has a
lot of things going for it: its location, its friendly staff and its food variety
and quality. I am always only too happy when a new
Japanese restaurant opens up and this time is no exception. If you get a chance
to visit don't do like we did, be adventurous and order something from the
grill, something from the hot kitchen or even a cocktail from the bar. </div>
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-26362461279435420822014-04-26T02:32:00.000+04:002014-04-26T02:32:59.023+04:00Smiling BKK<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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My tongue is burning as I type this.</div>
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Mind you, I am not complaining. In fact, this is very good indeed.</div>
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My friend and I had been intending to check out <b><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://www.smilingbkk.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Smiling BKK</span></a> </span></b>for ages and ages, and today we finally got round to doing it. We are both huge lovers of Thai food. And it was a good thing we did.</div>
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I had read previously that the place was a bit hard to find. Well, I was adamant that I would not get lost. And so armed with a map and directions, I made my way triumphantly and waited for my friend who wasn't too far off.</div>
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Him: "Hey! Where are you?"</div>
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Him: "Me too! I'm inside."</div>
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Me: "Um......"</div>
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Him: "Are you in Al Wasl?"</div>
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Anyhow, we managed to meet up, at the Wasl Square branch in the end, which is much newer and bigger than the one I had initially gone to. The concept was the same though; the walls dark, the decorations colourful, the Mona Lisa moustachioed. It's quite different from anything I had seen in Dubai before, but it would be right at home somewhere like London.</div>
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The menu is quite extensive, and its known for its funny dish names, but I will let you enjoy them. There is page after page of noodles, seafood, curries, starters, the works. We decided to go for our usual favourites: prawn crackers, tom yum soup, green chicken curry with rice, Pad-See Eiw (flat rice noodle stir fry with beef) and I got myself some cold Japanese green tea.</div>
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Now that you have read that warning, let me tell you about the Tom Yum soup. You be thinking, "oh, that's not so bad, it looks quite mild". <b><span style="color: red;">IT IS NOT MILD.</span></b> We were asked about how spicy we would like our dishes, and everything was put at medium. We were fooled by this soup, thinking it looks relatively harmless, but oh boy were we wrong. It BURST with flavour. It was DELICIOUS. But 5 minutes in, we were starting to sweat like pigs and it was just the beginning.</div>
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I very much enjoyed the mains too. They were not as spicy (I could handle more than one try), and they too were full of lovely Thai flavour. The curry was creamy and well made, and the noodles too were just asking for attention. My only criticism would be the amount of noodles in the dish, as it seemed to have more cabbage than noodle. But still, it was really good.</div>
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Smiling BKK is definitely the place to go for Thai. It has a great atmosphere and you will be assaulted with flavours. When you go for Thai, you know that the word "bland" does not exist. This place certainly proves that.</div>
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and seeing the intimidating blocks of grey buildings that did not match the
sleek sand like towers that were already there, I could only expect the worst: a blocked view of the beach, blocked
access to the beach and yet another mall with your run of the mill restaurants
and shops. Walking down that street all
I could do was shake my head in disappointment and wait for the inevitable
doomed fate of this beautiful area. Well, thank God I do not make a living out
of my hunches because boy was I wrong! Somehow,
they managed to bring these inanimate blocks to life creating an area with
unlimited possibilities. The lighting
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definitely the highlight of this new area is the lineup of restaurants. The
variety is refreshing, unexpected and happily welcomed. Needless to say I will
not rest until I have tried them all!!</div>
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Having planned this visit mischievously and for selfish reasons,
with the expectation of trying out a new restaurant to review such as Aprons
and Hammers, Leopold’s or even Sushi Art; I was in for a surprise or two. Not
always is the restaurant decision making up to me, so when I saw I was being
directed towards a shisha place I was kicking and screaming. I was gracefully,
not suggesting, but insisting we try any other place.Sadly my puppy eyes and
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The restaurant we ended up at is called <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Awani/753209568037860">Awani: Levant Cuisine</a></b>. The
view from upstairs is quite perfect, you do not feel like you are in Dubai especially
with the amount of wind blowing you away. As much as we would have liked to
stay seated in the outdoor area it was way too cold. The staff was very
friendly and tried to accommodate us as much as possible, allowing us to move
from one table to another until we found the perfect one that was nice and
warm. When you look around you will see that the interior’s main focal point is a colorful wall of Turkish plates that would
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You will notice that the menu has a wide variety of options
from all over the Mediterranean with a stronger influence from Jordan and
Lebanon. I was pleasantly surprised with the dishes offered and suddenly felt
quite excited to try the food. You will certainly not be prepared for the
adventure your taste buds are about to go on, I wasn’t. We ordered a bunch of cold and hot Mezzas to
try out. The first dish was the <b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Eatch</span> </b>which is an incredibly delicious
Armenian dish that comprises of burghul, onions, diced tomatoes, parsley, fresh
lemon juice and oil. Burghul is not traditionally eaten alone without the aid
of some laban to mask the dryness. Somehow, the combination of ingredients
blend together to create such incredible flavor. So much has been done with
such a simple and not so traditional ingredient. One of the dishes I was
looking forward to trying was the <b style="color: #6aa84f;">Mushroom Awani</b>, a small plate of
mushrooms cooked in butter with the addition of spices. Such an unassuming dish
with a few ingredients somehow turns into this unbelievably delectable option
that you will not get enough of.Last but not least was my favorite choice <b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Hindbeh Awani</span></b>, it was not something I had ordered or even something I was planning
on trying but my God was it delicious!The ingredients include tahini, garlic,
red bell peppers, Arabic chili, parmesan cheese and olive oil. The parmesan
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a favorite on our table made from wheat, parmesan cheese, mushrooms and cream and the <b> <span style="color: #6aa84f;">Eggplant Salad</span> ,</b>which disappeared in a
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I highly recommend visiting <b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Awani</span></b>, each and every
dish will surprise you, the simplest of ingredients will be turned into
delicious concoctions swimming in flavor.Sit outside if you get the chance,
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-71225385869135871482014-04-06T18:03:00.000+04:002014-04-06T18:03:19.360+04:00April Weekend<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Now, let me tell you about my weekend...<br />
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Day 1) Mandi from <a href="http://www.zomato.com/dubai/maraheb-mandi-madfoon-al-safa" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Maraheb Mandi & Madfoon</span></a>. This happened:<br />
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2) Then, Friday lunch #1 at<span style="color: #0b5394;"> <a href="http://www.zurna.ae/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Zurna</span></a></span>:<br />
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3) And THEN, came lunch #2: Burgers at <a href="https://www.thecounterburger.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0b5394;">The Counter</span></a>!<br />
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4) And then, it was all over with a safari. Apologies for lack of food pics. But after all that deliciousness it was time to look at some scenery.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05867653189023452642noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-3102975820054811832014-03-31T19:13:00.001+04:002014-03-31T23:09:30.587+04:00Almaz by Momo<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Almaz by Momo is consistently in one of my top 5 restaurants in Dubai. Here's a few reasons why:</div>
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1) Location, location, location. It's a great place to pop by after a tough day of shopping at the Mall of Emirates. You can come in, relax, and enjoy the food and great company. </div>
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2) The atmosphere. I love the mood of the restaurant, with its colourful Arabic-style decor, comfortable seats and always some good beats playing in the background. Their selection on music is a type of modern Arabic mixed with some clubby beats. There is no confusion here about what type of restaurant this is, the message is clear.</div>
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3) Last but certainly not least, and definitely the most important - the food! It is really absolutely delicious. There is a nice variety of dishes, from the traditional tajines, couscous etc as well as some lebanese appetisers such as fattoush, as well as general items like steak. If you come here you <i>must</i> order the <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">Couscous Mechoui</span></b>! It's not something you'll want to miss and the portion is great. We were a table of 4 and ordered the portion for 1 person (there is also the option to order for 2). It comes with lamb shoulder, which is divine, just melt-in-your-mouth soft and full of flavour. The couscous is a gentle and necessary accompaniment, and the veggies in their bullion provide the finishing touch of moisture and texture. This dish also comes with a small side of chickpeas with raisins and a spicy sauce - the latter is my favourite addition of flavour to an already wonderful dish.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Perhaps the only drawback may be that the service is not always at its best, though this almost nitpicking as it has only happened one or two times from the many occasions I visited. Be warned too that the restaurant is pricey - though I think it is very much worth it. It is best to visit for an occasion, and an indoor sheesha area will also serve any smokers wanting to also try out the food.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05867653189023452642noreply@blogger.com0Mall of The Emirates, E11 Sheikh Zayed Road - Dubai - United Arab Emirates25.1181402 55.20003120000001225.110951699999998 55.189946200000016 25.1253287 55.210116200000009tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-78994734594381067892014-03-08T18:43:00.001+04:002014-03-24T11:47:01.566+04:00House of Curry<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6B83TpVtwfwav90Cyd6VmVdORF9EsoUIjju7wqjdKajEU7VkSRHGvoqXHh2WRWM2KWP7rTv7sP7P2xg3iS2RG6162nrWUAAdkSyGjcOljp_t0trBncSbjY859u0HGzObhwB59mreURYYe/s1600/IMG_5166.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6B83TpVtwfwav90Cyd6VmVdORF9EsoUIjju7wqjdKajEU7VkSRHGvoqXHh2WRWM2KWP7rTv7sP7P2xg3iS2RG6162nrWUAAdkSyGjcOljp_t0trBncSbjY859u0HGzObhwB59mreURYYe/s1600/IMG_5166.JPG" height="300" width="400" /></a>Indian food rotates in my top 3 of cuisines with Mexican and Japanese. The food is almost always full of flavour and tradition, you enjoy it immensely and you know what to expect. Garlic, coriander, spice, rich sauces and lentil - it can be a meal made of perfection.</div>
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<a href="http://www.houseofcurry.me/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">House of Curry</span></a> is a new place that opened up in Downtown in one of those little shacks on the boulevard. It's a charming place and easy to get to. It was empty when we visited, but I really hope that it gets popular enough soon, because this restaurant deserves it. </div>
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I almost always order the same things whenever I go for Indian food. For the curries, I usually get some <span style="color: #c27ba0;"><b>Butter Chicken</b></span> for something creamy and flavourful, and <b><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Mutton Rogan Josh</span></b> for the meat and something a little spicier. Both did not disappoint in this case, and the chicken was the winner of the two in this case. My only criticism of the mutton is that it contains bones, though really in all honesty I accept that all the flavour is in the bones. Still, if you like me don't really enjoy picking through bone I'd advise you to watch out for that. We did ask for the mutton to be spicy but we didn't find it to be particularly so.</div>
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It's a nice little place and has a fair price. The service is friendly and the food is flavourful and plentiful. Obviously there are many other well-known Indian places that are far cheaper and more authentic (I'm not even going to mention Karama), but compared to its peers I think this place is great. The location helps too, and you could easily visit after some shopping and then head somewhere else to digest.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05867653189023452642noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-22966340645266388692014-02-28T15:47:00.000+04:002014-03-02T00:05:29.200+04:00Miyabi Sushi and Bento<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hi, my name is Pauline and I am a sushi addict. It is crazy how addictive sushi can be, and as you can
see, Dana and I are lovers of sushi and in the future a chunk of our reviews will
probably be directed towards Japanese restaurants. Dubai seems to be flooded
with Japanese restaurants but somehow there still doesn't seem to be enough. We
are always looking for new places to try out and if ever you have any
suggestions please do share with us we would love to try them out :)<br />
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shot? It is tucked away in Media City in an office building making it slightly
hard for customers to know about. My date has been living 5 minutes away for
years now and has never heard of it. The place is quite cozy and
spacious with a very friendly team of staff.</div>
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of sushi seem endless. We decided to be a bit adventurous and mix it up by trying
out the more quirky looking options. We ordered: the <span style="color: #d99594;">49er's</span>, the <span style="color: #d99594;">Crunch
California Roll </span>and the <span style="color: #d99594;">Lion King Roll</span>. Each one was beautifully plated and presented.
The <span style="color: #d99594;">49er's</span>
is a California Roll topped with some Salmon and a very thin slice of lemon. It
tasted quite nice and flavorful, it was a simple option but simple sometimes
goes a long way. Next was the <span style="color: #d99594;">Crunch California Roll</span>, a California Roll topped
with some shredded crabsticks, eggs and Tobiko. I always order sushi rolls
very similar to this one, it is one of my favorites (especially at <a href="http://www.scoozi.ae/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Scoozi</span></a>). Having had high
expectations I was slightly disappointed with this version which was too salty and
too dry for my liking. The final dish was the <span style="color: #d99594;">Lion King Roll</span>, which is a
California Roll topped with cooked salmon and a hot sauce (california rolls
seem to be the theme of the night I guess). The plate looks like there is a lot
going on, and there is, but somehow all the elements come together and blend harmoniously,
although I do recommend that you share it since it might be too much for one
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Sashimi tasted fresh and did not have a lingering taste of the sea. The Shrimp
was a combination of the TNT dish at <a href="http://www.mangasushi.ae/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Manga Sushi</span> </a>and the Dynamite Shrimp at <a href="http://www.pfchangs.com/index.aspx"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">PFChangs</span></a>, combining the best of both worlds but still somehow missing the mark.</div>
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addictive but something about the overly friendly staff, the quiet and close
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-47171279235017584532014-02-24T22:55:00.001+04:002014-02-24T22:55:49.137+04:00Gelato Mio<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It is located at a kiosk in Dubai Outlet Mall. It may seem some distance away, though really I find it a good excuse to go somewhere different than the usual malls I seem to spend every weekend at. It's a good place to do some shopping either way; you might just find something that you otherwise couldn't because it was out of stock anywhere else. </div>
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My friend and I went for 2 medium-sized cups. Out of old habit, I chose to mix two of my favourite flavours, which are Strawberry and Biscotti. I tend to prefer fruity flavours when it comes to gelato, it's just more fresh and vibrant. In either case the two did not disappoint; I finished my cup with much enjoyment. My friend went for Tiramisu and Hazelnut. The Hazelnut I think was the best of all the 4 flavours we tried, it reminded me of nutella, and of course anything to do with nutella is instantly a winner. The Tiramisu was good too, though I would have liked the flavour to be a bit stronger. It could be that we did not choose the right two flavours to mix; if you visit, I would strongly suggest a mix of something fruity with something creamy, like I did.</div>
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Ahhhhh, Dubai. You never cease to amaze me.</div>
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And so, I discovered my new favourite weekend lunch spot. It is different, it is vibrant, it is delicious, it's fun, it's great to take some friends there, and really great to nurse a long Thursday or Friday night. The amazing thing about this place is that I saw virtually no marketing or advertising for it, it seems to have been popularised entirely by word of mouth - now <i>that</i> really says something.</div>
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<a href="http://www.tomandserg.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Tom & Serg</span></a> - describing itself as "hailing itself from Melbourne's cafe culture" - is just unusual enough, just delicious enough to fit right into Dubai's diverse culture. The cafe is easy to find on Sheikh Zayed road and has lots of parking. But beware - it is only open for breakfast and lunch, so you have to be there before 4.</div>
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When I visited, the place was packed. But it was the good kind of busy - people were chatting, eating, laughing, waiters were running around, food was cooking; I liked the vibe. It is a huge open space and reminded me so much of London. The staff is very friendly and I couldn't help but feel excited.</div>
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When did Dubai suddenly become so
crowded with people?? Somehow that Thursday nearly half of Dubai had the same
exact thought, at the exact same time... "Wouldn't it be great to go
watch the Dubai Fountain??". Watching the fountain from the ground floor
was absolutely impossible with the amount of people there was. Looking up hoping to find a safe haven to hide
and watch from, our eyes were mesmerized by the glowing lights of the <a href="http://madeleinecafe.com/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Madeleine Cafe & Boulangerie</span></a> sign. The sign was a sign, it was teasing us with
its perfect location and view as if saying, "could you do any better than
this??", and with that sensual French accent, how could we resist?</div>
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typical of a French Cafe with its wooden chairs, tiled floors and hanging
pictures. It's warm and quiet atmosphere was welcomed with open arms by
everyone at the table. As expected the view was brilliant, the French speaking
sign did not disappoint. After watching
the fountain twice we had had enough and were ready to start eating. Two salads, the <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"><b>Nicoise Salad</b></span> and the <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"><b>Provencale</b></span>,
and a plate of <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"><b>Escargot</b> </span>were ordered for appetizers and a combination of the <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"><b>Salmon Fillet</b></span>,
the <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"><b>Polet
Roti</b></span> and a <span style="color: #d99594; mso-themecolor: accent2; mso-themetint: 153;"><b>Burger</b></span> were ordered for the main courses. Taking a moment to look
around I noticed that it was quite
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There were smiles around the table as the bread took its position, I grabbed a
piece ready to place it on my plate when I noticed ... no plate. I looked up to
find the same confused look on everyone's faces. One minute passed, two minutes
passed... five minutes passed and no plates were presented. After having already
divulged the bread we asked for some plates and the waiter looked confused as
if it was something new to him having to need a plate to eat ones food on. We
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The bread had vanished, now for
the appetizers. Traditionally, the appetizers are served before the main course - to do their job and apetize. Unfortunately,
our main courses arrived first, and we were half way through our dinner
before we even saw our salads. The dish I chose was a simple burger, I never
really know what to choose at a French restaurant, so safe was the way I
decided to go. It was your typical burger, except there was no special sauce,
no fresh and delicious bun, something you could probably get at any burger
joint. I quite liked it anyways, it was
light and satisfied my hunger. I didn't get the chance to fully enjoy our
appetizers because I was stuffed from my main course. I did manage to put a bit
of the Nicoise Salad on my plate but it wasn't something I felt I needed to
have more of. The rest of the table seemed to have mixed feelings about their
food, they liked what they ate but it did not leave a lasting impression. Ordering
the bill was quite a tiring ordeal, none of the waiters seemed to be
interested in getting it for us - they would just nod from a distance and
continue on with whatever they were doing. We had to order the bill three times
and had to wait fifteen minutes to get it back. Never saw a group of people
less excited about getting paid.<br />
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back except maybe to enjoy its location and spacious outdoor area while watching
the fountain and trying out their desserts and pastries. </div>
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-23030905634888228242014-02-04T18:38:00.002+04:002014-02-04T18:48:34.732+04:00Bentoya<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The sushi all came at the same time. Their salmon sashimi portions are quite big (9 pieces per plate), which is perfect for sharing. Most importantly, it was just the right size and also really fresh and tasty. From the rolls we had the <span style="color: #d5a6bd;"><b>Ten Chili Roll</b></span>, the <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">Soft Shell Crab Roll</span></b> and the <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">Crunchy California Maki</span></b>. The Ten Chili was a definite win, reminding me of <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://www.sumosushi.net/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Sumo's</span></a> </span>Crunchy Crazy. So far so good. The Soft Shell Crab was also a positive, and though the Crunchy California had a good taste, I found the rolls themselves a bit too big. On the other hand, the portions themselves are generous and again I found it's a great place to go for sharing.<br />
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Overall my experience was really positive, it's not too expensive and you get quality sushi. It's a nice little place to visit now and then.</div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- Ebi Tempura (AED 58)</span><br />
<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- Ten Chili Roll (AED 26)</span><br />
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Now there are two types of Japanese restaurants: the super-fancy, extremely high quality places like Zuma and Okku, and the cheaper, usual kind of sushi places that can be quite good in their own right, like Sumo. Yabani would be more of the latter, though I got the impression that it tries to be a bit of the former.</div>
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Upon being seated I was immediately mystified by two separate menus, one the good old-fashioned paper sort, and the other on an iPad. Not a big fan of this techy business, but maybe I'm just old. The two menus are also not the same; each has items that the other doesn't. Hmmm.</div>
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Next came a selection of different types of sushi: I was particularly excited for the <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">Shake Izuzukuri </span></b>- this was basically the same as salmon sashimi, but with a spicy sauce and some garnish. It was alright, I didn't particularly love but I didn't hate it either. Next came the rolls: <span style="color: #d5a6bd;"><b>Yabani Dragon</b></span> (crispy shrimp, avocado), <span style="color: #d5a6bd;"><b>Crazy</b></span> (crabstick, veggies, tobiko, tempura crisp), <span style="color: #d5a6bd;"><b>Crazy Avocado</b></span> and <span style="color: #d5a6bd;"><b>Crazy Shrimp</b></span>. There's this new fad of adding something that looks like coleslaw on top of sushi rolls. I am not a fan. And though my friends very much enjoyed their rolls, I personally found them to be bland and the texture too soft. But to each their own.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Wondering the pavements of JBR trying to decide what to have
for dinner, we were pleasantly surprised when we came across this new little
Italian restaurant right opposite Bauhaus called <i><a href="http://www.pizzeriamargherita.com/en" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Margherita</span></a>. </i>Its warm and
inviting atmosphere beckoned us to come in. We were lucky to even find a spot;
it was completely occupied inside and outside giving Napoletana and La Dolce
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The waiters were extremely friendly, helpful and quite patient with us as we
decided what we were going to eat. Looking at the menu it looked intriguing, it
was in the form of a short book and had a few empty pages here and there
allowing for customers to write comments, draw or even jot down a recipe or
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take a risk and try out a plate called Crespolini which is basically like an
Italian Burrito. A crepe filled with spinach and cheese and submerged in
Parmesan sauce. The plate itself looked quite appetizing, but unfortunately I
was not a big fan of the taste. It was overloaded with spinach and did not have
too much flavor. On a positive note, after eating such a plate one would assume
that being able to breathe was not an option, but actually it was quite light
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sure that I will be back very soon for the Burrata and to try out other dishes.
I would recommend the Pizzas (Bresaola and the Bianca Salmone), they were quite
a hit on our table, and the grilled chicken (Polleto Alla Griglia).If you do
end up trying the restaurant you will be in for a little treat, they have
tombola where you have the chance of winning a free dish. While we were there a
table of 21 people won, you could be next.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Being a fan of Turkish food I have been meaning to try out <a href="http://www.turkishvillagedubai.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Turkish Village</span></a> for quite some time. Unfortunately, due to its overwhelming popularity every time we would call to reserve a table during the weekend we were told that it was completely full. Taking the opportunity of being off on a weekday we decided to try it out.<span class="apple-converted-space"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">We ordered a couple of appetizers and three main courses to share. While waiting we were offered a basket of bread with a sampler of dips. The bread was just as expected, delicious, reminding me of my bread eating days in Istanbul. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">First came the appetisers: Gavurdagi Salad (Almonds, Tomato and cucumber), Semizotu Yogurt (Yogurt and Purslane), Taze Zahter Salata (Fresh Zaatar Salad) and Istanbul Borek (Cheese Stuffed Pastry). Even though the plates were quite small and probably not enough for a group of 5 people they were full of flavor and were eaten in a matter of minutes. The real winners, for me, were the Semizotu Yogurt and the Istanbul Borek, I am a lover of anything dairy and practically ate both plates all on my own.</span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Next came the Konya Etli Ekmek </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">(a very long piece of Lahm B3ajeen) and the Kirsik Pide (Mixed flat bread). The Konya Etli Ekmek seemed to be a very popular plate since each table had a minimum of one. It definitely did not disappoint, try it with some lemon or laban and enjoy. The Kirsik Pide had something for </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">everyone, I personally tried the Lahm B3ajeen portion and it was even better than the Konya Etli Ekmek.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">Finally, two plates of mixed grill found their way to our table. They were beautifully garnished and presented. Taking a few minutes to admire the plate, we finally dug in. The grilled meat and the chicken were cooked and seasoned beautifully, unfortunately the Kabab did not impress. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">After having been disappointed with the food in Istanbul I was happy to have finally had some Turkish food that I could boast about and try again. When visiting, one should take some time to pass by the gift shop for some Turkish delights and Simit bread. Overall all, I would highly recommend trying this restaurant out,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 115%;">my advice would be to book a table on the roof to avoid the hustle and bustle of Beach Road. </span></div>
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Paulahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08553063889792718090noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-34665918114937759812013-12-24T18:51:00.000+04:002014-01-02T18:48:07.577+04:00La Petite Maison <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
And so with much excitement, I visited <a href="http://www.lpmdubai.ae/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">La Petite Maison</span></a>, which is one of two restaurants in Dubai that came in the <a href="http://gulfnews.com/about-gulf-news/al-nisr-portfolio/tabloid/dubai-restaurants-in-world-s-best-list-1.1016662" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">top 100 in the world</span></a>, the other being Zuma.<br />
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The restaurant is located in DIFC, which during the evening makes the parking easy and the valet unnecessary. The decor itself is made to feel like you are at home (hence the name I guess), but I did not find it particularly endearing. Maybe it's just me, but I prefer a slightly edgier, more modern atmosphere.<br />
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Anyway, interiors aside, I and my date were politely greeted and taken to our table. We were informed of the "family style" type dining of the restaurant, which basically means that meals are for sharing. Which is fine, but I think in general people tend to decide themselves whether or not they'll be sharing regardless of the style of the restaurant. Having looked through the menus, I was a bit mystified to see that the two (of two) pages on menu were identical. Hmmm.<br />
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I guess one slight disadvantage to their menu is a lack of variety. You basically choose between small plates and mains with an option of sides- and that's it. There are no soups, for example, which was a let down. Anyway, having ordered our food and drinks, we were ready to see if the food would indeed confirm the restaurant's reputation.<br />
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Our main, which we shared, was the <b style="color: #d5a6bd;">Beef Ragout</b> - and we ordered this with a side of <b style="color: #d5a6bd;">Steamed Broccoli</b>. I'll be honest, by this time we weren't expecting much and we weren't particularly impressed by the plate of pasta put in front of us, which seemed to lack some of the meat and sauce. But I especially was pleasantly surprised, as more and more bites revealed a deeper and richer flavour in the ragout each time. The texture of the pasta, and the meat itself, was perfect and the mushrooms added a great touch. We were quite full by the time we had it but we completely finished the plate. The broccoli were lovely too, with a slightly sour taste to them that I liked.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05867653189023452642noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1437388918018290280.post-75439079283862683132013-12-19T14:27:00.000+04:002014-01-02T18:48:19.603+04:00Qbara <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hello all and welcome to our brand new blog, started by old school friends who share a particular love for food. And what better way than to start with <a href="http://www.qbara.ae/qbara/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Qbara</span></a>, the also brand new restaurant/ lounge/ bar opened by a school acquaintance?</div>
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All possible bias aside, my partner-in-crime Pauline and I had been anticipating the opening of this place for some time. Though Pauline had been before, it was my first time visiting. And so, armed only with high expectations from all the talk and the photos I had seen, I was excited to visit.</div>
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The place is easy to find, being in the old Planet Hollywood building by Wafi. There is complimentary valet available, which is useful but I found to be unnecessary, as right next to Qbara there is an entrance to the Wafi underground, which also has an elevator that leads directly up to the venue.</div>
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Qbara is great at building anticipation. From the outside we are led on a carpet to the entrance, lined with candles and ending with a huge sliding door. Now I don't know about you but I'm a sucker for candles. And there's not much I love more than dining in a dimly-lit, sexy atmosphere. And it seemed that that was exactly what we were going to get.</div>
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We were greeted at the front desk and offered a seat at the bar while we waited for our table. The entrance sneakily hides what's in store; as soon as we walked in to the bar, we were in awe. The place is huge, much much bigger than I imagined. I was immediately hit by the detail of the place. All thoughts of sitting down were gone; I wanted to explore. A hostess helpfully offered to show us around, and we gladly accepted.</div>
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We went up to the upper floor (which can be either by their stairs or an elevator). The view from upstairs is breathtaking. While the hostess charmingly told us about the design (for example, from the ceiling hang pieces of real Afghani doors. Qbara is filled with little, intimate details), we took in what stood out to us the most, a massive, elaborate wooden wall (more like a structure) of such exquisite, awe-inspiring detail. The whole upper floor is on a sort of balcony and there is a great view on the lower dining area. Though unfortunate that we cannot dine here, in a way it made me want to come back so I could experience it there next time.</div>
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After the mini-tour we were taken to our table (we were a group of 5) at the Almaz lounge, which is a 'semi-private' area on its own but still with a view of the rest of Qbara. And so, on to the most important part: the food!</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">The starter was a plate of </span><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #d5a6bd;"><b>butter beans</b></span></span><span style="text-align: left;">, a sort of hummus-like paste that came with some arabic bread. It is a great starter for something light, but I would recommend going a bit more adventurous if the occasion calls for it.</span></div>
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My main course was the <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">duck breast</span></b>, which I had with a side of <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">duck fat potato chips</span></b>. In a beautifully presented plate, the duck looked absolutely delicious. The breast itself was soft and juicy, nice and pink in the middle. The chips were a real winner, chunky and crispy, with just the right amount of spiciness. Definite must have try.</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">But the real winner, by far, was the <b><span style="color: #d5a6bd;">chocolate mousse mille-feuille</span></b> I shared with Pauline. The layers were impossibly thin, and the mousse filled in between was so smooth and so rich, that I had it had to be my dish of the day. It came with a side of vanilla ice-cream that was the perfect complement.</span></div>
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The portions themselves are great, too. Expecting a restaurant like this to have the usual tiny portions (which I don't necessarily have a problem with, sometimes smaller portions allow you to try more things and also honestly give you the right amount of what you're eating - too much is never good), I was pleasantly surprised with the generous plates. I found it to be more than enough, and good value for the money I was spending.</div>
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All in all, it was an absolutely lovely experience, a great restaurant to go to for a number of occasions like romantic dates, celebratory dinners or even to entertain business.</div>
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<b><u><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Bill (for 1):</span></u></b></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- Voss (AED 30)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- Butter Beans (AED 32)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- Duck breast (AED 140)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- MilleFeuille (AED 50)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">- Harra Chips (AED 38)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">-Q 2020 (alcoholic drink - AED 95)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">For a total of: AED 385</span></div>
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