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Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 5:25 am

a fab restaurant...
 
...probably for a special occasion given the huuuuge cost, but i went to reflets par pierre gagnaire last night at the intercon festival city, and it was completely amazing...better than verre overall, i reckon...

food and service was great...it's worth going for the array of amuse bouches alone...presented with great theatrical flourish...

the place itself is quite kitsch but i liked it, loads of purple chandeliers, mirrors and candles and the like...i didn't think i'd rate it as much as i did, cos i wasn't a big fan of sketch in london...

mind you, it's a bit odd having a 360 degree view of yourself on the loo, but i just closed my eyes, lol...

we went for a couple in the new champagne bar first...great view, but it was quiet, i guess it will get busier as people hear about it...

MM, xx

The Dean Jul 2nd 2008 5:42 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527327)
...probably for a special occasion given the huuuuge cost, but i went to reflets par pierre gagnaire last night at the intercon festival city, and it was completely amazing...better than verre overall, i reckon...

food and service was great...it's worth going for the array of amuse bouches alone...presented with great theatrical flourish...

the place itself is quite kitsch but i liked it, loads of purple chandeliers, mirrors and candles and the like...i didn't think i'd rate it as much as i did, cos i wasn't a big fan of sketch in london...

mind you, it's a bit odd having a 360 degree view of yourself on the loo, but i just closed my eyes, lol...

we went for a couple in the new champagne bar first...great view, but it was quiet, i guess it will get busier as people hear about it...

MM, xx

Could you please translate your post so that ordinary mortals can understand it?

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 5:44 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by The Dean (Post 6527370)
Could you please translate your post so that ordinary mortals can understand it?

it's a bloody good restaurant...

MM, xx

Grace O Malley Jul 2nd 2008 5:46 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527327)
...probably for a special occasion given the huuuuge cost, but i went to reflets par pierre gagnaire last night at the intercon festival city, and it was completely amazing...better than verre overall, i reckon...

food and service was great...it's worth going for the array of amuse bouches alone...presented with great theatrical flourish...

the place itself is quite kitsch but i liked it, loads of purple chandeliers, mirrors and candles and the like...i didn't think i'd rate it as much as i did, cos i wasn't a big fan of sketch in london...

mind you, it's a bit odd having a 360 degree view of yourself on the loo, but i just closed my eyes, lol...

we went for a couple in the new champagne bar first...great view, but it was quiet, i guess it will get busier as people hear about it...

MM, xx

ooh sounds fantastic, same kind of food as verre? btw thanks for recommending that along with Vu as everyone loved both, but verre was tops and everyone loved it and well worth the money.

Lol about the loos

Where is it by the way?

Grace O Malley Jul 2nd 2008 5:48 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by The Dean (Post 6527370)
Could you please translate your post so that ordinary mortals can understand it?

Its not your cup of tea:)

Yes i am teasing, jeez gotta be careful around here don't ya know

twinkle-star Jul 2nd 2008 5:58 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527327)
...probably for a special occasion given the huuuuge cost, but i went to reflets par pierre gagnaire last night at the intercon festival city, and it was completely amazing...better than verre overall, i reckon...

food and service was great...it's worth going for the array of amuse bouches alone...presented with great theatrical flourish...

the place itself is quite kitsch but i liked it, loads of purple chandeliers, mirrors and candles and the like...i didn't think i'd rate it as much as i did, cos i wasn't a big fan of sketch in london...

mind you, it's a bit odd having a 360 degree view of yourself on the loo, but i just closed my eyes, lol...

we went for a couple in the new champagne bar first...great view, but it was quiet, i guess it will get busier as people hear about it...

MM, xx

French is it???:unsure:

The Dean Jul 2nd 2008 6:14 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527376)
it's a bloody good restaurant...

MM, xx

Ah right.........

Is it better than the Nawab (an Indian restaurant in the computer plaza near the Bur Dubai Ramada)?

Spugsy Jul 2nd 2008 6:46 am

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527376)
it's a bloody good restaurant...

MM, xx

how much did it all cost you then, if you don't mind me asking.

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 3:33 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by annacarna (Post 6527379)
Where is it by the way?

intercontinental, festival city...


Originally Posted by twinkle-star (Post 6527421)
French is it???:unsure:

mais oui...


Originally Posted by The Dean (Post 6527475)
Ah right.........
Is it better than the Nawab (an Indian restaurant in the computer plaza near the Bur Dubai Ramada)?

yeah...mind you, we've got a nawab in the mall next to us, and it's passable...

MM, xx

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 3:34 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Spugsy (Post 6527573)
how much did it all cost you then, if you don't mind me asking.

1,800 dhs...

MM, xx

Spugsy Jul 2nd 2008 4:35 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6528784)
1,800 dhs...

MM, xx

aye carumba! Think I'll keep this one quiet from mrs spugsy....

MataHari Jul 2nd 2008 4:45 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527376)
it's a bloody good restaurant...

MM, xx

I'll only go if they do buffets...

Spugsy Jul 2nd 2008 4:52 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by MataHari (Post 6528897)
I'll only go if they do buffets...

and frites with mayonnaise?

MataHari Jul 2nd 2008 4:55 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Spugsy (Post 6528906)
and frites with mayonnaise?

I prefer sate sauce...

Spugsy Jul 2nd 2008 5:09 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by MataHari (Post 6528909)
I prefer sate sauce...

oh me too, with baby burgers and chips from the gourmet burger company...mmm!

Autonomy Jul 2nd 2008 6:27 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527327)
...probably for a special occasion given the huuuuge cost, but i went to reflets par pierre gagnaire last night at the intercon festival city, and it was completely amazing...better than verre overall, i reckon...

food and service was great...it's worth going for the array of amuse bouches alone...presented with great theatrical flourish...

the place itself is quite kitsch but i liked it, loads of purple chandeliers, mirrors and candles and the like...i didn't think i'd rate it as much as i did, cos i wasn't a big fan of sketch in london...

mind you, it's a bit odd having a 360 degree view of yourself on the loo, but i just closed my eyes, lol...

we went for a couple in the new champagne bar first...great view, but it was quiet, i guess it will get busier as people hear about it...

MM, xx

from the title alone I know this was the one you had been too... I am saving up the fils to go soon (only 180,000 fils to save!). Looks great and less reserved than Verre...

Blue Cat Jul 2nd 2008 6:38 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 
friend was there last week, table for 4, bill for 7,000 dhs :eek:

Beard Man Jul 2nd 2008 6:44 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6528784)
1,800 dhs...

MM, xx




Originally Posted by Blue Cat (Post 6529041)
friend was there last week, table for 4, bill for 7,000 dhs :eek:




woow

i can't see any enjoyment in eating in a nice place having in mind that i will spend so much money !!!!!

i am not a rich man ... even if i am a very rich one !!! why would i pay so much money for food that i can have with the same quality and far better price

Spugsy Jul 2nd 2008 6:44 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Blue Cat (Post 6529041)
friend was there last week, table for 4, bill for 7,000 dhs :eek:

jaysus!

Buzz Lightyear Jul 2nd 2008 6:55 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6527327)
...probably for a special occasion given the huuuuge cost, but i went to reflets par pierre gagnaire last night at the intercon festival city, and it was completely amazing...better than verre overall, i reckon...

food and service was great...it's worth going for the array of amuse bouches alone...presented with great theatrical flourish...

the place itself is quite kitsch but i liked it, loads of purple chandeliers, mirrors and candles and the like...i didn't think i'd rate it as much as i did, cos i wasn't a big fan of sketch in london...

mind you, it's a bit odd having a 360 degree view of yourself on the loo, but i just closed my eyes, lol...

we went for a couple in the new champagne bar first...great view, but it was quiet, i guess it will get busier as people hear about it...

MM, xx


God you have changed your Tune MM...I remember a Ravis Curry and a bottle of pop and a feel up on the bus home was your idea of a fab night out...maybe thats why we dont go out anymore !!;)

twinkle-star Jul 2nd 2008 7:04 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Blue Cat (Post 6529041)
friend was there last week, table for 4, bill for 7,000 dhs :eek:

:eek: Did they order champagne then? Or is that jut for grub???
Perhaps they will treat you there for your birthday.....;)

Blue Cat Jul 2nd 2008 7:04 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Spugsy (Post 6529059)
jaysus!

she is going to take me there as a treat :p

lionheart Jul 2nd 2008 7:08 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6528784)
1,800 dhs...

MM, xx

You presumably had a party of at least six with alcoholic refreshments? That's two months salary for a housemaid:(

Blue Cat Jul 2nd 2008 7:09 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by lionheart (Post 6529114)
You presumably had a party of at least six with alcoholic refreshments? That's two months salary for a housemaid:(

your housemaid maybe, but most people pay about 1400 dhs a month these days.

lionheart Jul 2nd 2008 7:12 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Blue Cat (Post 6529117)
your housemaid maybe, but most people pay about 1400 dhs a month these days.

Not if she only works part-time:)

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 8:59 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Autonomy (Post 6529016)
from the title alone I know this was the one you had been too... I am saving up the fils to go soon (only 180,000 fils to save!). Looks great and less reserved than Verre...

hahahaha, i'm that predictable, eh...?!!!

it's a much better ambience than verre and the staff are really, really lovely...

MM, xx

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 9:00 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Buzz Lightyear (Post 6529087)
God you have changed your Tune MM...I remember a Ravis Curry and a bottle of pop and a feel up on the bus home was your idea of a fab night out...maybe thats why we dont go out anymore !!;)

i finally saw the light...

MM, xx

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 9:01 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by lionheart (Post 6529114)
You presumably had a party of at least six with alcoholic refreshments? That's two months salary for a housemaid:(

it was for two...and as BC has said, that's a monthly salary, but what a ridiculous comparison to make...

MM, xx

twinkle-star Jul 2nd 2008 9:39 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6529375)
it was for two...and as BC has said, that's a monthly salary, but what a ridiculous comparison to make...

MM, xx

Absolootly she proberly dosent even drink champagne....:rolleyes:

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 9:41 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by twinkle-star (Post 6529413)
Absolootly she proberly dosent even drink champagne....:rolleyes:

hahahaha twinkle, you crack me up...!!!

MM, xx

shakh your bootie Jul 2nd 2008 9:54 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6529375)
it was for two...and as BC has said, that's a monthly salary, but what a ridiculous comparison to make...

MM, xx

It's expensive, but reasonable compared with what you'd pay in a Michelin starrred place in the UK....

In the press this week: World's most expensive dinner - 23K USD per head, the Dome, Thailand...

http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/...000-56334.html

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 10:08 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by shakh your bootie (Post 6529443)
It's expensive, but reasonable compared with what you'd pay in a Michelin starrred place in the UK....

In the press this week: World's most expensive dinner - 23K USD per head, the Dome, Thailand...

http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/...000-56334.html

it's pretty much on a par with uk michelin starred places...

wow...and that's in thailand?! can you imagine spending that on a meal...!

MM, xx

rowell Jul 2nd 2008 10:11 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 
Wont start a new thread but this is along same lines, has anyone been to Burj Al Arab for afternoon Tea? Recommend or not?

Madam Medusa Jul 2nd 2008 10:14 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by rowell (Post 6529490)
Wont start a new thread but this is along same lines, has anyone been to Burj Al Arab for afternoon Tea? Recommend or not?

it's fine, i'm not a big fan of the burj but tourists do like to go there...it was 240dhs i think, but may have gone up...go for the skyview bar if you don't have kids with you, loads better than the lobby area...ohhh, and don't be afraid to ask for more, most people don't but they are quite happy to keep the food coming as long as you ask!!!

the best afternoon tea is apparently at al qasr, although i haven't been myself...

MM, xx

twinkle-star Jul 2nd 2008 10:19 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6529499)
it's fine, i'm not a big fan of the burj but tourists do like to go there...it was 240dhs i think, but may have gone up...go for the skyview bar if you don't have kids with you, loads better than the lobby area...ohhh, and don't be afraid to ask for more, most people don't but they are quite happy to keep the food coming as long as you ask!!!

the best afternoon tea is apparently at al qasr, although i haven't been myself...

MM, xx

Oh I shall have to take my friend Sara there in that case then she wont be shy to ask for more cake!....:lol:

Spugsy Jul 2nd 2008 10:23 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by shakh your bootie (Post 6529443)
It's expensive, but reasonable compared with what you'd pay in a Michelin starrred place in the UK....

In the press this week: World's most expensive dinner - 23K USD per head, the Dome, Thailand...

http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/...000-56334.html

you can BUY thailand for that price!

rowell Jul 2nd 2008 10:44 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6529499)
it's fine, i'm not a big fan of the burj but tourists do like to go there...it was 240dhs i think, but may have gone up...go for the skyview bar if you don't have kids with you, loads better than the lobby area...ohhh, and don't be afraid to ask for more, most people don't but they are quite happy to keep the food coming as long as you ask!!!

the best afternoon tea is apparently at al qasr, although i haven't been myself...

MM, xx

425dhs now! and yes got a 14 year old so will have to be downstairs

rowell Jul 2nd 2008 10:46 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by Madam Medusa (Post 6529499)
it's fine, i'm not a big fan of the burj but tourists do like to go there...it was 240dhs i think, but may have gone up...go for the skyview bar if you don't have kids with you, loads better than the lobby area...ohhh, and don't be afraid to ask for more, most people don't but they are quite happy to keep the food coming as long as you ask!!!

the best afternoon tea is apparently at al qasr, although i haven't been myself...

MM, xx

Wonder also if its chainged as it is described as a 7 course ultimate afternoon T, so tea or coffee, sandwich, cake what on earth are the other 4 courses?

lionheart Jul 2nd 2008 10:47 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by rowell (Post 6529590)
425dhs now! and yes got a 14 year old so will have to be downstairs

Nearly 80% inflation in only a few months...:mad:

rowell Jul 2nd 2008 10:55 pm

Re: a fab restaurant...
 

Originally Posted by lionheart (Post 6529597)
Nearly 80% inflation in only a few months...:mad:

Sounds like it, but also Empower costs for A/C in apartments has just gone up 44% (District Cooling)


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