I had a very late introduction to Coffee, but I have made up for lost time and enjoy the current coffee scene that is taking over Saudi Arabia. Coffee is a great way to unwind after a long day at work, fun with friends or a drink that can give you that much needed push […]
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I do not know how best to describe Elma’s cakes. They are a product of her hard work and talent with the key ingredient being ‘Passion’. You have to passionate about what you do to build masterpieces like these and ‘The Oven Affairs’ cakes are all about it. I was invited to dinner at the…
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I have lost count on the number of times I’ve visited Nehari House in Al Khobar, but never managed to write about my experience on the blog. IT’S TIME TO CHANGE THAT. Over the last 7-8 years I have been a consistent patron, timing my visits during the winter months to enjoy what they are…
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There is a new bistro in town, but unlike the others @bistrozone operates without a dine-in restaurant. With more and more people preferring to stay indoors and order in, @bistrozone has made a calculated risk and offer ‘Order & Pickup’ and deliver through @hungerstation @carriageksa & @talabatksa. ‘Bistro Zone’ got in touch with me to…
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It was thanks to @nomanaksamia that we were invited to review @vanilleksa in the city of Al Khobar and joining us was @thefoodiemama.rin and @foodingmyselfaround. It had been a few months since I last saw them, no thanks to Covid-19. We were greeted by the Head Chef and author of his own book ‘The Islander…
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Instagram has helped a lot of people bring their expertise to the larger public and one such account that came to my attention recently was @aedaskitchen. What really caught my attention was her post on the ‘Friday Special’ – “Hyderabadi Chicken Biriyani’ that would be available for sale. I decided to place an order for…
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Covid-19 has instilled a sense of fear and ‘The Villaggio’ was practically empty with a handful of people going about their business. We decided to try out ‘Le Cafe’s Wallflower’ for breakfast since this place was one of the few that had opened up. The ambience is welcoming and the design subtle and we quickly…
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Phuket is among the world’s finest beach destinations, with fine white sands, nodding palm trees, glittering seas and lively towns. You can take an exhilarating speedboat trip to the many nearby tropical islands, including the famous Koh Phi Phi, or enjoy a serene cruise around the mystical Phang Nga Bay. Phuket is blessed with more…
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Most supermarkets in the kingdom have ‘Fresh Chicken Wings’ packed separately and this is quite convenient especially when you want to prepare something like ‘Hot & Spicy Chicken Wings’. Thanks to the curfew and most restaurants closed, I was craving some ‘Chicken Wings’. Preparation is quite simple and it doesn’t take more than 30-40 minutes…
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There is a new seafood place in town and this is special for the sole reason that they serve some QUALITY food. @joys10dz and @theovenaffairs had previously visited @yamalalteeb so we headed there for dinner joined by @foodingmyselfaround and wifey @shareeka23. The interiors here have been tastefully done and is themed to mimic everything related…
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