I’m Courtney, an American expat and food writer living in Dubai. I am an author and content creator, including audio.
My Romantic Visit to the Dolomites
Few places in the world call to mind stunning natural landscapes and romantic vistas like The Dolomites.
Butter Up - Farm to Table travel in France
Travel guide related to a dairy press trip in France.
10 Reasons You Need to Visit Dubai
Destination: Dubai
One of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, Dubai located between majestic sand dunes and the crystal waters of the Arabian Gulf is a coveted global destination. A city of superlatives composed of locals, expats, and visitors from all over the world, there is always something new to see and explore in Dubai. Add to that Dubai has the best weather in the Northern hemisphere’s winter months, so stop for a long layover on route to somewhere else, or do you...
Taste California
A bit belated, but here is the first in a series I filmed with Lindsay from @thetastingclass, as part of the Taste California series. We started with the @lifeatgallo White Zinfandel.
There is no denying the UAE summer is well and truly here... And this type of heat demands a certain type of drink pairing - preferably poolside - which is one of the reasons rosé is incredibly popular in the UAE right now. So in an attempt to prepare you to take on the heat, the first two videos in our Taste California partnership series with @california.wines.uae will showcase two distinct rosé styles.
Festive Wine & Beef Pairing Ideas with Silver Fern Farms
We were delighted to team up with @silverfernfarms_me to bring to life a simple and delicious striploin roast recipe created by @catererme’s 2020 Chef of the Year, @mattheus.stinnissen at @bocadubai with @thetastingclass
8 Luxury Leaders In Sustainable Hospitality
In 2018, the U.A.E.’s hospitality and food-service industries worked to save an estimated 1.5 million meals from being wasted as part of the Food Waste Pledge, which lays out the country’s commitment to halving food waste by 2030 in line with global targets. This is evident of a rising trend.
Growing numbers of travelers are opting for first-hand experiences and demanding more transparency in where their money is spent. As potential customers vote with their dollars, smart hotels and restaura...
Comment: Why do we dine out?
I dine out. You dine out. We dine out, together. And in the second half of 2020, perhaps we’ll dine separately, or at a safe distance.
Privacy, Luxury And Amazing Views Await You At The Waldorf Astoria DIFC.
Global and local travelers alike will be delighted with the recent launch of the Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC), which opened its doors near the sprawling financial district of Dubai. Located within the Burj Daman building, dropping our car at the valet station, we are warmly greeted (by name!) from the friendly uniformed Waldorf employees and immediately whisked up to the eighteenth floor to the reception area of the hotel.
Even as long-time citizens, we’re pleas...