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The Winery of Good Hope: South African Wine Tasting & Fine Dining at The Meat...
After my magical experience of South African fine-dining over the tunes of shosholaza at The Meat Co, I was over the moon when I received an invite for a wine tasting session at their branch in Souk...
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Chef Richard’s Recipe: Nilagang Baka sa Buko (Beef short-ribs broth in buko...
You met the sauve Chef Richard of Max restaurant on The Tezzy Files earlier. Today, he has kindly agreed to share one of his favorite authentically Filipino recipes with us: Nilagang Baka sa Buko. This...
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What I Ate in Remal Mall, Al Ain
Last Thursday saw us in Al Ain. For my day job, I put on the marketing hat for a retail giant here in the UAE, and we will be opening our very first store in Remal Mall this month. Remal Mall is the...
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Per Te: Now Open in Business Bay, Dubai
Per Te or ‘for you‘ in Italian, has to be my favorite place for Italian food in Dubai. I raved about our dinner at their Jumeirah branch here, and also shared a few recipes by the talented Chef Glady...
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Style File: Mango Boho Night A/W 2015
Although sunny UAE doesn’t officially have four seasons, the fashionistas of Dubai ensure their wardrobes are updated with the latest hues. Autumn colors are upon us. Deep, dark suede browns and wine...
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Little Manila: A New Food Concept Bringing the Filipino Community Closer to...
Little Manila is a ‘first of its kind’ Filipino themed restaurant in Dubai, and is the global conglomerate, Al Ahli Group’s first venture into the food industry. The restaurant has officially started...
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Lafayette Gourmet Food Fest 2015 #GLfoodfest
I was invited to the annual Lafayette Gourmet Food Fest 2015 that was held last Thursday, and the event was populated with the media, UAE food bloggers, and food enthusiasts. The a 3-day fest is on its...
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A Quirky Cup of Coffee
When my daughter was starting ‘big’ school this month (post nursery days), I was dreading the even earlier wake-up times. The household now rises by 6 am sharp, and she is out of the house with her...
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‘When’ Face Mask: Makeup Base Mask Review
‘When’ face masks are the latest sheet-masks to hit the UAE beauty scene. The Koreans are pioneers of the sheet-mask concept, and it is of little wonder that the ‘When’ brand also hails from Korea. I...
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Dinner Date with the Pharaohs
Last Friday saw us craving for some good, authentic Arabic grub and the first place that came to mind was Pharaoh Cafe & Restaurant, the newest addition to the restaurant offerings at Arabian...
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Style File: Dressing Up the GAP Shift Dress
When I saw this cotton midi-length summer dress at GAP, I knew I had to have it. It is lightweight and perfect for hot UAE summers, and I love the versatility of a simple silhouette. I’ve worn this...
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Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse (Multi-Purpose Dry Oil) Review
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse is a multi-purpose dry oil that can be used all over the body, inclusive of the face, body and hair. This multitasking beauty oil hails from France, and has a cult following from...
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#ootd Quirkbox Auto Rickshaw Shirt
First day of the 4-day Eid weekend saw us window-shopping in Dragon Mall, and I decided to dress up my casual denims with the funky Auto Rickshaw shirt from Quirkbox. I bought this gorgeous shirt from...
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Lancôme Miracle Cushion Review
The Lancôme Miracle Cushion Liquid Cushion Compact Foundation is quite a novel concept. This is a liquid foundation that comes in a ‘cushion’ sponge, making it easy to carry on the go, and super easy...
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Gelish Nails: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
I’ve had Gelish manicures off and on, and love the convenience of not having to worry about nail paint for a beautifully glossy 2 weeks. Gelish nails are therefore ideal for holidays, and when you have...
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Cafe Barbera: Now Open in Uptown Mirdiff Mall, Dubai
I was invited to the grand opening of Cafe Barbera at Uptown Mirdiff Mall (Dubai) last Saturday. Originating from Trentola Ducenta in South Italy, Cafe Barbera started its humble beginnings in 1870...
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Meet Chef Emiliano Bernasconi (JAS Hospitality’s newly appointed Group...
The JAS Hospitality group, known for its ‘out of the norm’, edgy and innovative food concepts including Qbara Restaurant Lounge & Bar and Fümé (at Pier 7 and Manzil Downtown Dubai), has recently...
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Fashion Forward Pop Up Store Launch at Galeries Lafayette
I had the privilege of being invited to the launch of the Fashion Forward Pop Up Store at Galeries Lafayette. The buyers at Galeries Lafayette have chosen 7 designers from Fashion Forward Season 5, and...
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Too Faced Chocolate Bar: Better than Naked?
I’ve never been a biggie on eye-shadows. I am a bright lippie fan, and was always under the impression you either do up your eyes or the lips, never both. How wrong was I. Eyes and lips, the entire...
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3 New Foodie Discoveries: Jam Bar, Le Pain Quotidien & Jamaica Blue
As a true blue foodie, I relish the adventure of discovering new places to eat, and my walkathon across The Dubai Mall last weekend was no exception. The Dubai Mall, for those of you not familiar with...
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