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Mar 26Liked by FooDiva - Restaurant Whisperer

Bring back The Ivy!! We always wistfully talk about their pre-brunch Bloody Mary's and no-buffet brunch with excellent margaritas / espresso martinis / service / and great, basic, consistent food.

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And Rivington Grill, aka Rivi is much-missed!

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Mar 26Liked by FooDiva - Restaurant Whisperer

Ooo, yes!! That was also a goody.

And in Abu Dhabi, the unassuming Wasabi down by the Sheraton with private screened rooms and amazing food all round.

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Mar 26Liked by FooDiva - Restaurant Whisperer

Tokyo @ The Towers was a go to for Japanese, and they had ET Sushi (I think) downstairs … and could always end up singing karaoke at Harry Ghatto afterwards

The cocktails at Ginseng (near Wafi)

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Ditto to all of those! That tower was a gem over the years with the OG Noodle House and Scarlett's! Followed by the Ivy. Many a ladies night in Ginseng with cosmos and Nasi Goreng. Bring them all back :)

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Mar 26Liked by FooDiva - Restaurant Whisperer

Not to forget The Agency and many life debates over Cheese Fondues and wine there

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