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Thailand is famous for its jasmine rice, the fragrant white variety that turns soft and fluffy when cooked. But if the rice you find in stores in the UAE does not impress you with its aroma and tenderness, then you probably have not gotten your hands on the real deal.
The world’s second-largest rice exporter allows only two of its finest varieties – Kao Dok Mali 105 and Gor Kor 15 – to use the name Thai Hom Mali, which stands for quality and authenticity. Grown once a year in areas in north and northeastern Thailand with suitable terrain and climatic conditions, its long slender grain is stark white like the jasmine flower and its scent reminds you of Pandan leaves.
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The capital of the United Arab Emirates has come a long way from its pearling town roots. With a magnificent outpost of the Louvre, head-turning Islamic architecture, and a new cultural park sited on Abu Dhabiâs original settlement, there is plenty here for visitors to admire â and thatâs before they even venture into the fantastical desert on the cityâs doorstep.
The main swimming pool at Qasr al Sarab, Anantaraâs desert resort on the edge of the Rubâ al Khali.
It was the desert that brought me to Abu Dhabi. Specifically, it was a photograph that came over my desk a decade ago of an impossibly picturesque Arabian fortress nestled amid great red dunes at the edge of the Rubâ al Khali, the worldâs largest uninterrupted expanse of sand. The caption identified this vision as Qasr Al Sarab â âPalace of Miragesâ â which, in fact, was not a fortress at all but rather a newly built resort designed to emulate one: a stately confec
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A cut above
Unlimited steak? Challenge accepted. Look obviously this isn’t going to be one for the vegans but if you like your cuts prime, your evenings rare and date nights well-done, look no further. Choice Cuts steakhouse has packages starting at just Dhs159.
Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan, Shk. Rashid Bin Saeed, Thu and Fri between 6pm and midnight, food only Dhs159, soft Dhs179, house Dhs249. Tel: (02) 501 6444, @novotel abudhabi albustan
Tea for two
The Thursday evening brunch at Bistro returns to the table with a delicious January offer that’s just perfect for couples. The soft drinks package is just Dhs175 for two people and includes free rein on the international buffet and seafood station.
New Executive Sous Chef at Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, January 17, 2021 Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel has appointed a new Executive Sous Chef, who joins the property’s culinary team under Executive Chef Idin Asmitha. With more than 15 years of experience in fine-dining kitchens around the globe, Federico Sanna brings a world of gastronomic influences to Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel. Born and raised on the Italian island of Sardinia, Sanna grew up in the family’s restaurant business, exposed to the richly varied cuisines of the Mediterranean, including North African, Middle Eastern and Southern European. The chef has since worked in several esteemed fine-diners across Italy, Switzerland, the UK, the US, France and Dubai, perfecting his signature blend of tradition and innovation.
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