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Sukhothai is tucked within the restaurant village at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, alongside familiar names including Casa Mia and The Dubliner’s. Upon arrival, you’re warmly welcomed by the staff with a cheerful “Sawasdee ka” before being led to your table.

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The viral Australian bakery is opening its first flagship store in Dubai, bringing its famous gooey cookies to a permanent home in the city.

Australian bakery Brooki Bakehouse will open its first flagship store in Dubai later this year, following the success of its pop-ups in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where customers queued for hours to try its viral cookies.

Set within the lush grounds of Le Méridien Dubai, Casa Mia pairs old-world Italian charm with a laid-back atmosphere. We’re welcomed before being shown to a corner table overlooking the warm interiors, complete with low beamed ceilings, wooden archways and snapshots of Italian scenery adorning the walls. There’s also a spacious outdoor terrace, ideal for the cooler months.