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Web Release
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
BRIX CAFÉ TURNS INTO A COZR PIZZERIA BY THE HARBOR THIS SUMMER
As the sun sets over Jumeirah Fishing Harbour, Brix Café is taking on a delicious new turn. Dubai's beloved dessert and specialty café transforms into a cozy, harbor-side pizzeria every evening from 6PM to 10PM, offering freshly fired pizzas in an intimate setting that's perfect for laid-back summer nights. Helmed by Chef Carmen Rueda, named Pastry Chef of the Year 2025 by World's 50 Best earlier this year, Brix Café is no stranger to dough mastery and this new pizza chapter is no exception! Guests can now expect the same level of precision and creativity the café is known for, served in the form of golden, blistered crusts and thoughtfully layered toppings. The Truffle Pizza leads with indulgence – earthy, rich, and delicately creamy. The Bresaola Pizza brings a smoky, savory edge with cured beef and melty cheeses, while the Bacon Pizza adds a playful crunch with layers of flavor that hit all the right notes. For something lighter, the Zucchini Pizza is a fresh and herbaceous favorite – simple, bright, and perfect for summer. Whether you're dining al fresco on the terrace on the cooler nights or tucking into a warm corner inside, Pizza Evenings at Brix Café offer a charming new way to experience Jumeirah after dark – cozy, casual, and full of flavor!
Khaleej Times
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Restaurant Review: A Riviera rendezvous in the heart of Dubai
It's not often that a restaurant's name mirrors your day job—but Tête-à-Tête, the French gem tucked inside FIVE Luxe at JBR, seems tailor-made for me, a journalist constantly engaged in one-on-one dialogues. Fittingly, my culinary tête-à-tête here was just as rich in conversation as it was in indulgence. Billed as where 'French indulgence meets Dubai glamour', the restaurant delivers on that promise with an atmosphere straight out of a Parisian daydream. Picture a seductive, jewel-toned bar, plush interiors, and a sea-facing terrace offering picture-perfect views of Ain Dubai and the ocean. It's Riviera elegance, reimagined with Dubai's signature flair. The menu, inspired by the sun-soaked cuisine of the South of France, reads like a love letter to Mediterranean flavours. I began with a decadent spread of starters that could have easily stood in as the main event. The Burrata, paired with smoked watermelon and mint, offered a cool, creamy contrast to the Dubai heat—a playful and refreshing bite. The Truffle Pizza, topped with ricotta and shaved black truffle, was a luxurious upgrade to a classic comfort dish. Earthy and rich, the Truffle & Parmesan Risotto was an umami bomb, made even more irresistible with aged parmesan and braised mushrooms. But the standout? The Beef Tartare, nestled atop crispy potato—textural perfection with bold, punchy seasoning. If you've read about my past food outings, you'd know that I am big on steak. So for mains, the Beef Short Rib was a natural selection. It was melt-in-your-mouth tender, slow-cooked and elevated by Pommes Anna and a velvety Bordelaise sauce. We also tried the Roasted Chicken (I need my protein), resting on a bed of truffle mash and coated in a delicate lemon-thyme velouté, was beautifully balanced—light, fragrant, and deeply comforting. We ended the meal with a classic Crème Brûlée—a golden, caramelised top that cracked like a dream to reveal silken custard below. A simple yet satisfying finale. My final thoughts? Tête-à-Tête is an experience that's indulgent without being over the top, refined yet approachable in its offerings. If you're looking to romance your palate while soaking in some of Dubai's best views, this little slice of the French Riviera is your next reservation.
