Curator guide/Aesthetics lover
Curated by Emilie Hill@emiliehillindubai07 places · Dubai·Updated October 2026
@emiliehillindubaiSa’Cha by Pang · pick 01
Aesthetics lover
Rooms as good as the plates.
Spaces with real design behind them, from Studio Osus to Prospect Design, and kitchens that hold up to the room.
Who is Emilie?
A journalist’s eye for design.
A Dubai-based content creator with more than a decade in journalism, championing the city’s independent brands, makers and creatives.
“I bring an editorial eye and an understanding of design, lifestyle and the spaces that shape how we live.”
I know my interiors and trust me when I say these places are visually captivating as much as the food on the plate.
Emilie Hill·Aesthetics lover
About Emilie
I’m a Dubai-based content creator and with more than a decade of experience in journalism, I bring an editorial eye and an understanding of design, lifestyle and the spaces that shape how we live. You’ll find me showcasing Independent Brands in Dubai over on my Instagram to share a light on the makers and creatives giving this city so much joy.
01Amazon-inspired dining
5.0116 reviews
The moment you step inside, you’re transported somewhere tropical. Look up, down and all around – there’s something to catch your eye everywhere, including the chic travertine bathroom. Order a flat white or the ceviche and you won’t be disappointed.
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02Steak-frites, The Fox Arms below
4.83,755 reviews
The menu is refreshingly simple but oh-so-effective. Ask to sit in The Fox Arms downstairs, where you’ll find bistro-style tables, a proper old-school counter and quirky fox-themed wall decorations.
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031920s Paris brasserie
4.72,969 reviews
Step inside Josette and you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to 1920s Paris. Think pastel pinks, deep greens, oversized chandeliers and playful Art Deco details, with a touch of theatrical glamour at every turn. Settle in for classic French brasserie dishes and don’t miss the crêpe Josette, flambéed tableside for the full experience.
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04Studio Osus coffee house
4.21,082 reviews
TRIO Café in Umm Suqeim is a must-visit for coffee lovers with an eye for design. Designed by Dubai-based architecture and interiors practice Studio Osus, the flagship space brings together thoughtful details, contemporary finishes and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Hunker down with a V60 and let TRIO bring the vibe.
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05Fire cooking in Al Barari
4.7701 reviews
Tucked away in Al Barari, LOWE is a destination worth the drive for both its interiors and its food. Think pared-back concrete, natural wood and woven straw ceilings, with an open kitchen that puts fire cooking centre stage. The result is understated, effortlessly cool and refreshingly unpretentious.
06Latin bakery, Jumeirah
5.032 reviews
Pancita Bakery is full of thoughtful design details that give the space its character. At the heart of the bakery is the Cavo dining table, featuring a rich green tiled surface and warm brown wooden legs, designed to bring a pop of colour and create a natural gathering point.
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07Mediterranean, 27 floors up
4.9199 reviews
Orilla brings the charm of a Mediterranean coastal bistro to the 27th floor of Hotel Local Dubai. Designed by Prospect Design International, the interiors are full of character, from green arches and patterned mosaic tiles to woven ceilings, fringed pendant lights and warm terracotta and mustard tones.
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“Visually captivating as much as the food on the plate.”
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