Reviews

Review: Roberto celebrates ten years in Dubai Even before I stepped into the extraordinary Roberto, I saw breathtaking Burj Khalifa views that never went out of style. Dim, ambient lighting, sociable servers, upbeat music and flamboyant…

Poolside Experience: Aura Skypool Dubai What will happen? We were immediately directed to a comfortable double sunbed facing the marina with views of Al Ain Dubai in the distance. After a quick stroll across the venue across the 50th…

Poolside Experience: Dubai Soul Beach - BBC Middle Eastern Food What will happen? Once inside, a lively setting reminiscent of a party in coastal Ibiza greets you with upbeat music, colourful elements and performances by performers and…

Brunch Review: Selfish Bull Located below the majestic Ain Dubai in Bluewaters, The Selfish Bull is a modern American bar and grill that has launched a new Sunday brunch experience on the coast. As soon as you step into the…

Bar Du Port, Dubai Harbour Marina Club, Dubai Harbour Located at Dubai Harbour Marina Club on Dubai Harbour's lush waterfront, Bar Du Port is a spectacular new restaurant showcasing French-inspired cuisine and handcrafted dishes. When…

Basta, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, located along the Dubai Canal at Business Bay, has launched a hot new brunch on the open-air terrace of its Italian restaurant Basta. Each on-site restaurant features a…

Review: 11 Woodfire - BBC Middle Eastern Food The long-awaited 11 Woodfire from renowned chef Akmal Anuar recently opened in a cozy corner of Jumeirah 1 Hotel, and we were excited to walk over to find out. A huge open courtyard with…

Review: Tamoka Dubai - BBC Middle Eastern Food Nestled on the shores of the Persian Gulf, Tamoka is a popular new dining destination for lively Jumeirah Beach Apartments. The restaurant is inspired by the rich heritage of cities such…

Review: NETTE, The Matcha Club - BBC Middle Eastern Food Located within MATCHA Club, a boutique padel club in Dubai, NETTE is a new restaurant by the team behind Cassette Dubai, serving innovative French-Japanese cuisine in the heart…

Accommodation at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Alzola We skipped lunch and spent the day by the picturesque pool (more on that below) and instead enjoyed lemon mint, strawberry and mango popsicles. When it came to dinner time,…