Celebrity Life

Style / Ambiance: Award winning chefs at Zheng He’s pride themselves on creating dishes that blend modern Western presentation with old Chinese flavors. The setting adds to this fusion; on the ‘dockside’ of a canal that weaves itself into the Madinet Jumeirah resort, it has an atmosphere of ancient simplicity while retaining views of the... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: The signature restaurant of the Bab Al Shams Resort is a 60 minute drive from Dubai airport, in a resort hidden amongst and surrounded by sand dunes, giving the image of an isolated oasis. Guests dine while being entertained by actors riding horses and acting out swordplay, with belly dancers and henna... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Magnificently positioned on the Burj Al Arab’s private island beach, this restaurant features no décor, simply sand and table, yet it serves an elaborate menu of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes. It is a perfect position from which to watch the sunset while Dubai’s city lights bloom, and is one of the... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: The atmosphere at Eauzone is casual during the day, reflecting the slow pace of the One&Only Royal Mirage and the lazy sea beyond. After sunset, however, this venue smartens up into a slick, refined restaurant. The design is beautifully positioned around the pool, giving the impression that it is floating on the... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: A one-of-a-kind location along Chicago’s famous Navy Pier, Riva offers diners an unmatchable waterfront view that encompasses the vast Chicago skyline. Riva prides itself on providing an outstanding range of seafood, prime steaks and daily specials in keeping with its love of Italian cuisine. Executive Chef Luigi Garcia constantly produces new and... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Executive Chef Julian Mercier opened Margaux after working under the legendary triple Michelin–starred Alain Ducasse. Not only is the cuisine inspired by French Mediterranean produce, but so too is the décor. Guests can either dine in the wood paneled dining room or under the vaulted arcades overlooking the astonishing Dubai Fountain. +971... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: Set on a bedecked pier jutting out into the Arabian Gulf, Pierchic offers some of Dubai’s finest seafood, and was recognized, for the second year, in 2010 as Time Out Dubai’s Best Seafood Restaurant. The pier is a romantic outpost, far removed from the noise and bustle of Dubai and offering unspoilt... View Article

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Style / Ambiance: The highest ranking North American restaurant in the San Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards, Alinea’s reputation speaks for itself. Spearheaded by Chef / Owner Grant Achatz, whose hypermodern, emotional approach to dining is respected the world over, Alinea will not disappoint. Its team of creative staff and innovative collaborators produce a... View Article

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 Style / Ambiance: This fine dining stunner plays home to Executive Chef / Partner Anthony Martin’s progressive French cuisine, combining an elegant ambiance of white draperies, blue banquettes and intimate lighting with a menu showcasing a thoughtful selection of pristine ingredients. Chef Martin’s bold creativity is reflected in the innovative seasonal menus on offer, including... View Article

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 Style / Ambiance: Housed in a former 1890s print shop and echoing bygone eras, Michelin Star rated Sepia serves as an ideal backdrop to Executive Chef Andrew Zimmerman’s inventive American cuisine. The seasonally driven menu showcases the quality and purity of its products sourced from local farmers and producers. These ingredients come to life in... View Article

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 Style / Ambiance: Located on the 16th Floor of Trump International Hotel & Tower, Sixteen was the brainchild of Ivanka Trump and Chicago-based architects Valerio Dewalt Train Associates. The space defines a unique environment that celebrates the modern American cuisine of Executive Chef Thomas Lents. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan... View Article

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 Style / Ambiance: The only Chicago member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux, and located in an unforgettable setting on the 40th floor of the Chicago Stock Exchange, Everest is as unique as it is respected. Chef / Proprietor J. Joho serves world-renowned French cuisine amidst the glittering Chicago skyline, using the finest seasonal fare,... View Article

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