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Long before Dubai’s dining scene expanded into its current sprawl of neighbourhoods and niches, Bur Dubai and Karama were where many expats first found their culinary footing. It was here that Eric’s quietly built its reputation, long before food media, influencer culture, or curated restaurant lists took centre stage. For many, this charming Goan café was a regular haunt well before it ever appeared on radar beyond its immediate community. The original Karama location ret

Machiavelli is the kind of restaurant that reveals a lot about how long someone has lived in Dubai. Newcomers often overlook it because it doesn’t scream for attention. There’s no aggressive social media presence, no theatrical plating designed for cameras, and no sense of trend chasing. People who’ve been around longer tend to appreciate it immediately. They understand that Machiavelli isn’t trying to impress. It’s trying to endure. At its core, Machiavelli is a classic Ital