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What's On
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- What's On
5 of the best restaurants in Dubai this weekend: May 30 to June 1
No plans? You do now… Outside is cancelled 'til further notice, but Dubai is in its glow-up era anyway. The temps are rising, but so is the lineup – which makes these 5 of the best restaurants in Dubai worth leaving the house for. Save this list. Above Eleven When the rooftop isn't enough, there's the rhythm. Ritmo Arriba is Above Eleven's new weekend vibe – a moody late-night line-up of Peruvian-Japanese favourites, pisco cocktails, and a live three-piece Latin band to turn up the tempo. On the menu? Think ceviches, bao, tartares and grilled anticuchos served in style, with cocktails that lean classic or fruit-forward (hello mango & mandarin). Offer: Ritmo 211 oriced at Dhs211 for three dishes and three drinks, Ritmo Libre priced at Dhs311 for three dishes and two hours of free-flow drinks Timings: Fridays & Saturdays, 8pm to midnight Location: Above Eleven, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah Contact: (0)4666 1407 . @aboveelevendubai Elaia, Pier 7 The newest name at Pier 7, Elaia brings a laid-back take on Mediterranean dining with a menu made for sharing. Expect dishes like crispy zucchini, melitzanosalata, grilled octopus, and salt-baked red snapper, plus wood-fired pizzas and a solid wine list. Inside, the space is low-lit, warm, and spacious – with Marina views if you're sitting outside. Offering: Mediterranean sharing plates, seafood, wood-fired pizzas, fresh breads and dips, curated wines. Timings: Daily, 12pm to 1am Location: Elaia, Pier 7, Dubai Marina Contact: (0)52 503 6910. @elaiadubai Antika Antika has relaunched its signature brunch – this time at its new home inside 25hours Hotel, and with an updated vibe. Expect a spread of hot and cold mezze, raw seafood and meats, grilled mains, and classic desserts like Kunafah – plus live music, belly dancers, and a DJ that keeps the afternoon going. Offering: A Levantine brunch with mezze, grilled meats, seafood, desserts, and live entertainment Packages: brunch is priced at Dhs320 (Non-Alcoholic), Dhs450 (Arak & Spirits), Dhs495 (Premium with Prosecco, Beer & Spirits). Timings: Saturdays, 2pm to 6pm Location: Antika, 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central Contact: (0)507359177. @antikadubai China Tang The iconic London-born Cantonese restaurant makes its Middle East debut at The Lana Promenade. Opulent, Art Deco glamour meets 1930s Shanghai. Think mirrored ceilings, stained glass, intricate wallpaper, and a moody, elegant cocktail bar. Offering: A refined take on Cantonese cuisine by Chef Li Zhenjun. Signature dishes include Xiao Long Bao, Sir David's Hot & Sour Soup, Whole Lobster with E-Fu Noodles, and the famous Beijing Duck – roasted in a custom oven and carved tableside. New Dubai exclusives include Foie Gras Cherries, Da Hong Pao Lamb Cutlets, and Honey-Glazed Beef Char Siu. Timings: Opening daily 12pm to 11pm Location: The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection, Marasi Bay Marina Contact: (0)4 295 7464. @chinatang_dubai Tatel The Entre Amigos Brunch at Tatel is stylish, buzzy, and full-on Spanish. Starters include crispy Andalusian-style squid, garlic shrimp, chicken croquetas, ceviche with mango and sweet potato, and a cold cuts + cheese board. Mains include creamy seafood rice or beef tenderloin with chimichurri. Desserts go big: Basque-style cheesecake and a rich chocolate cake with sea salt. Offer: Valencia package (non-alcoholic) priced at Dhs355, Madrid package (with Cava) priced at Dhs455, Dubai package (with Champagne) priced at Dhs725. Timings: Every Saturday, 2 pm to 6pm Location: TATEL, Downtown Dubai, Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection Contact: Tel: (0)4 215 2121 @ Images: Supplied/Instagram
Tatler Asia
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa on the nuances of a master: 'You have to learn from everything in life'
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa sat across from me with a warm smile that radiates positivity, embodying the essence of cheerfulness, friendliness and humour. His journey through life is nothing short of extraordinary. Today, he is a beacon of Peruvian-Japanese cuisine, renowned for creating luxurious dining experiences that captivate taste buds worldwide. Nobu's name has evolved into a celebrated brand he has dedicated his heart and soul to building. Over the years, he has instilled his passion and beliefs in his team, fostering an ecosystem that thrives on creativity and excellence. Chef Nobu's legacy is not just about food but a shared vision that continues to inspire. Read the full feature to learn about his captivating life story, and to find out what life lessons he values. More from this week's lineup: Cheers, Isabel Martel FranciscoDining editor & deputy editorial director Tatler Philippines
Time Out
13-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out
New York's 3-star rated Peruvian restaurant is coming to a close
Since 2019, chef Eric Ramirez has been cooking up his interpretation of Nikkei cuisine at Llama San in the West Village. Not just a favorite among various media outlets, the restaurant was also credited with the boom of Peruvian flavors on a worldwide stage (per the New York Times). Yet among all its accolades and fanfare, the team announced yesterday that it would be coming to an end. In an Instagram post, the Llama San team announced the closure. 'They say all good things must come to an end. After almost 6 years in business Llama San will be closing on Saturday June 7,' the announcement read. 'It's been a wonderful ride and a great pleasure to serve you while showcasing Peruvian ingredients and the magic of Nikkei cuisine.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Llama San (@llamasannyc) Following the very successful Llama Inn in Brooklyn, the team took to the city in 2019 to open a sister spot Llama San. Continuing the exploration of chef Eric Ramirez's Peruvian-Japanese heritage through Nikkei cuisine, the restaurant was a clear hit from the beginning, nabbing a three-star review from the New York Times and was named Eater 's ' Restaurant of the Year ' in 2019. Time Out New York gave it a four-star rating, praising chef Ramirez for his interpretation of Nikkei cuisine, even calling the scallop ceviche 'one of the best dishes we've tasted in 2019.' According to their PR rep, the team is "focused on closing out these last few weeks of service and spending time together with their regulars and team." Ramirez's remaining Peruvian concepts now include Llama Inn in Williamsburg, London and Madrid, as well as his most recent project, Papa San, which debuted in Hudson Yards this past February. The social-media post finished with gratitude to the restaurant team. 'Above all, thanks to our amazing current and past teams, many of whom you will find now at Papa San or Llama Inn: you all created magic out of a little and humble space.'
Miami Herald
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
This tiny Miami restaurant led by a beloved local chef just won a Michelin star
Another Miami restaurant has earned a Michelin star, this time for a local culinary hero. Itamae Ao, a 10-seat counter in Midtown, was awarded a star by the Michelin Guide, which reviews and rates restaurants from around the world, Thursday night at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. The honor brings to 15 the number of Michelin-starred restaurants in and around Miami, which first joined the internationally famous Michelin Guide in 2022. Since then, the following Miami restaurants have earned stars: Ariete; Boia De; Cote; Elcielo; EntreNos; Hiden; Le Jardinier; Los Felix; Ogawa; Shingo; Stubborn Seed; Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt; The Surf Club Restaurant; and L'Atelier du Joël Robuchon, which was the first Florida restaurant to receive a two-star rating. Led by chef Nando Chang, who has also been nominated for a James Beard Award this year, Itamae Ao serves the Peruvian-Japanese fusion Chang and his family have long been known for in Miami. The restaurant, which opened in May 2024, started its life in 2018 as Itamae at local food hall MIA Market (then St. Roch Market) in Miami's Design District, with Nando Chang working with his sister Val and father Fernando. The restaurant eventually moved on to its own space across the Palm Court, with most tables outdoors in the courtyard and a smaller counter indoors, then to its current location as part of Maty's, Val Chang's Peruvian restaurant (which on the Michelin Guide as Recommended). Nando Chang is in the middle of a month-long residency reviving the original Itamae at Maty's and, should he win the James Beard Award for Best Chef: South, will be following in his sister's footsteps: Val Chang won the same award last year. Other newly starred Florida restaurants Four other restaurants in Florida earned Michelin stars, including Sorekara in Orlando, which serves Japanese cuisine. Sorekara, under the helm of chef/owner William Shen, earned two stars, making it the second two-starred restaurant in the state. Chef Ryan Ratino, who is known for his two-star restaurant Jônt and one-star restaurant Bresca in Washington, D.C., now has two spots on Florida's guide. His Chef's Counter at MAASS in the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences, which serves contemporary cuisine via a tasting menu, earned the first Michelin star for Fort Lauderdale. Ratino is also the force behind Ômo by Jônt in Winter Park, which earned a star on Thursday. The first Michelin starred spot in Palm Beach is Konro in West Palm Beach, which also serves a tasting menu of contemporary cuisine. No starred restaurants in Florida lost their stars this time around. Other Miami Michelin honors Two Miami starred restaurants were also awarded green stars this year, which are given to restaurants that demonstrate outstanding commitment to sustainable gastronomy and have a strong environmental focus. Chef Jeremy Ford's Stubbon Seed in Miami Beach won a green star for using ingredients sourced from the chef's 5.5 acre farm in Homestead, a composting program and a partnership with the community program Compost for Life and initiatives to reduce the carbon footprint of the restaurant. EntreNos from chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez, who operate out of the Tinta y Cafe in Miami Shores, earned a green star for locally sourced produce and land-based protein; sustainably sourced seafood; dinnerware made by a Miami-based artisan, its organic and biodynamic wine program and the fact they repurpose food waste into vinegars and sauces. Jacqueline Pirolo of Macchialina on Miami Beach earned the Michelin Sommelier Award, while Juan Camilo Liscano of Palma in Miami won the Michelin Young Chef Award. Affordable honors Two local restaurants originally designated as Bib Gourmands — a title that indicates quality food at a great value — lost their designation Thursday: the Aegean restaurant Doya and Zak the Baker in Wynwood. Zak the Baker remains on the Michelin Recommended list, which was released for Miami earlier this year. No new Bib Gourmands were added in Miami, but Fort Lauderdale earned its first Bib Gourmand via Heritage, the pizza-and-pasta spot from chef/owner Rino Cerbone. There were a couple of Palm Beach restaurants added to the Bib Gourmand list, too: aioli and Palm Beach Meats, both from West Palm Beach. Four Orlando restaurants were added, too: Coro, Banh Mi Boy, Smokemade Meats + Eats and UniGirl. Florida has 36 Bib Gourmand-designated restaurants. The Miami Bib Gourmand restaurants are Bachour; Chug's Diner; El Turco; Ghee Indian Kitchen; Hometown Barbecue; La Natural; Lucali; Mandorin Aegean Bistro; Michael's Genuine; Phuc Yeah; Sanguich de Miami; Tam Tam; Tinta y Cafe; and Zitz Sum.
