Renowned chef Tom Aikens, who opened Pots, Pans and Boards at The Beach on JBR last year, is opening another new eatery in Dubai. This one, called Tom’s Kitchen Deli, will open in November at Riverland in Dubai Parks and Resorts.
Tom’s Kitchen Deli promises to elevate classic fast food by offering items ranging from healthy to indulgent. On the menu: the cod dog with cod fish fingers in a brioche roll; tacos with sour cream, chilli relish, cheese sauce and jalapeños; doughnuts stuffed with peanut butter and jelly or salted caramel; and crepes served with a variety of ice cream and toppings.
Aikens has the distinct honour of being the youngest British chef to be awarded two Michelin stars. He has four Tom’s Kitchen restaurants and delis across London. This is the first international deli for Aikens.
Aikens says, “Dubai is a foodie haven and has seen a recent trend of casual, informal dining taking off. Tom’s Kitchen Deli is all about offering a relaxing, informal environment for families and friends to enjoy fresh, delicious and exciting food.”
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Tips on buying property during a pandemic
Islay Robinson, group chief executive of mortgage broker Enness Global, offers his advice on buying property in today's market.
While many have been quick to call a market collapse, this simply isn’t what we’re seeing on the ground. Many pockets of the global property market, including London and the UAE, continue to be compelling locations to invest in real estate.
While an air of uncertainty remains, the outlook is far better than anyone could have predicted. However, it is still important to consider the wider threat posed by Covid-19 when buying bricks and mortar.
Anything with outside space, gardens and private entrances is a must and these property features will see your investment keep its value should the pandemic drag on. In contrast, flats and particularly high-rise developments are falling in popularity and investors should avoid them at all costs.
Attractive investment property can be hard to find amid strong demand and heightened buyer activity. When you do find one, be prepared to move hard and fast to secure it. If you have your finances in order, this shouldn’t be an issue.
Lenders continue to lend and rates remain at an all-time low, so utilise this. There is no point in tying up cash when you can keep this liquidity to maximise other opportunities.
Keep your head and, as always when investing, take the long-term view. External factors such as coronavirus or Brexit will present challenges in the short-term, but the long-term outlook remains strong.
Finally, keep an eye on your currency. Whenever currency fluctuations favour foreign buyers, you can bet that demand will increase, as they act to secure what is essentially a discounted property.
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