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German Doner Kebab review: ‘The worst restaurant in the world’
Well, I’ve found the worst restaurant in the world. And, surprise, surprise, it’s German. Which is not a comment on the state of German food, because this place doesn’t serve German food. What I mean is that the Germans are so good at everything, so terrifically organised, powerful, deep-thinking, committed and brilliant, that if they…
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New Indian restaurant featuring dosas and buffet just opened; already has raving reviews
There’s a new spot in town for South Indian food, like biryani, momo, curries, masalas, and dosas. And if you’re in the mood for all of that – they also feature a buffet. Dosa Kitchen recently opened at 1307 Stone Ridge Dr. in Gahanna, owned and operated by Govinda Guatam, who already owns the popular…
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REVIEW: Prague’s first modern Ukrainian restaurant is destined for greatness
We visited Nai during its soft opening in early February. Since then, the restaurant appears to have added new dishes, and perhaps it will have refined some existing ones. The meat in the Chicken Kyiv lacked flavor, the toast served with the tartare wasn’t crisp, and the pancake with the consommé starter was rubbery. The…
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TripAdvisor turns off reviews for Edinburgh Castle cafe amid ‘influx of submissions’
It comes after a severe backlash at the Redcoat Cafe name which was sparked by the announcement of a completed renovation – since, Edinburgh Castle has responded and said it will “review” the name. Historic Environment Scotland, which runs the castle, has also said that the name of its “Jacobite function room” will be under review. Almost…
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Jimi reviews Hainan House: A break from Chinese restaurant orthodoxy
If you embrace the experimental, tactile blur of slurped herbal broths and snaffled quail eggs, then Hainan House, to the uninitiated, can feel like learning a thrilling new culinary language. Set in a tiny Upper Street townhouse, it is a 24-cover, L-shaped space, tastefully put together in tones of olive green.
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Restaurant review: Is Caro Steakhouse bringing a new edge to the Dubai dining scene?
In short, we think so… There’s a shift in the dining scene in Dubai. We’re saying out with the dainty dishes and delicate seafood that sing with umami, as much as we love you – it’s time to turn in your hat and welcome a new (not really) era of dining. We welcome back rich…
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Restaurant Review: Classic Middle Eastern Food at Alhambra Shawarma
Alex Springer I have always been a fan of tracking down the cultural origin point of things like movies, music and food. So many of the things we enjoy today represent years of evolution, and it’s always fun to trace that evolution as far back as possible. So, while I was enjoying the tacos al…
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Restaurant Review: Sabai Thai
Thai food has become something of a staple in New York City. Everyone’s got their favorite local place or lunch spot. In some facets, it’s encroached on the territory that Americanized Chinese food had held strong for nearly a decade as a solid lunch option or a good order-in dinner. At least for me, that’s…
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Restaurant Review: Sherlock’s Home Bar, Limassol
We visited Sherlock’s Home Bar, nestled in the heart of Limassol, on Anexartisias street, during what was one of the coldest weeks of the year, which was fitting, because the interior is particularly inviting, combining the warmth of an English pub with the typical sizeable outdoor area of many Cypriot establishments. It is dominated by…
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Review: Brisbane’s refreshed old favourite Gerard’s strides into a new era
There’s a raw kingfish dish on the menu at Gerard’s, but it’s unlike the dozens of others you’ve seen. Firm slices of fish are draped around semi-dried, chopped eggplant, based on an Egyptian dish called mesa’a’ah, and around the outside is a garlicky yoghurt sauce. It’s kingfish crudo, but not as you know it and…