Catch me on telly, CNN specifically

My opinion on the UAE restaurant scene in light of the war.

A quick note to let you know that my interview on the UAE restaurant scene, along with two leading restaurateurs kicks off on CNN tomorrow (Sunday 5th July) airing globally.

I’ve popped the six show times below if you’d like to catch us on telly wherever you are in the world. Or if you would prefer to watch online, here’s the link. My segment starts at the 2:17min mark, however it only runs for just over four minutes in total, so do watch us all, if you can.

Huge thanks to CNN producer and presenter Kim Kelaita for always keeping me top of mind for impartial industry opinion since my CNN debut in 2013!

Note to self: I must remember to avoid wearing pink next time.

CNN World, Marketplace Middle East airs globally - UAE & UK show times

• Sunday 5th July: 10:30am UAE/ 7.30am UK

• Monday 6th July: 6:30am UAE/ 3.30am UK

• Wednesday 8th July: 6:45pm UAE/ 3.45pm UK

• Sunday 12th July: 10:45am UAE/ 7.45am UK AND 2:15pm UAE/ 11.15am UK

• Monday 13th July: 6:45am UAE/ 3.45am UK

Do let me know what you think 🙏🏼

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