Chamas (InterContinental Abu Dhabi Hotel, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi) – A Brazilian churrascaria steakhouse is the last thing one would find in the Persian Gulf. Those who come across this restaurant and have already been to similar Brazilian steakhouses know the drill: each table has a round green and red disc. If the waiters with […]
Ashwaq (Al Soor and Sikkat al-Khail Streets, Deira, Dubai) – given all the high-brow and fancy restaurants that dominate much of Dubai’s dining scene, this popular local spot is a break from all that. Ashwaq, located near the Gold Souq, serves up succulent lamb and garlic-laden chicken shwarma (like a mini doner kebab, from a […]