Phil Johnson
Chief Features Sub Editor
Phil edits content in the Culture and Lifestyle departments at The National. An experienced journalist with more than 20 years of experience in news, sport and features, he moved to the UAE from the UK in December 2023. Phil’s previous roles include sports editor, production manager and group editor at The Scotsman and its sister titles.
Articles
Lila Molino review: Mexican cuisine meets culture in Dubai
The arty district is evolving quickly and American chef Shaw Lash is doing the same by opening her second dining concept this year
December 15, 2024
AP Kitchen Delights: Family-owned restaurant lives up to its name
Waiter-turned-owner is cooking up a storm with quirky high-quality menu from around the world after deciding to go it alone
November 02, 2024
Tatel by Ronaldo and Nadal serves Spanish flair in Dubai
Chef Maestro lives up to his name with slow-cooked beef ribs dish – and more – that’s hard to beat
July 19, 2024
Restaurant of the week: Ronaldo and Nadal's Toto Abu Dhabi
Fine-dining Italian venue on Al Saadiyat beachfront is pretty much perfect, but the chef says best is still to come
May 24, 2024
Taste test: Le Bistro by Salmontini in Abu Dhabi
Salmon aside, the famed French restaurant offers melt-in-the-mouth sea bass, tenderloin and more
April 20, 2024