Sunday, 22 December 2013

Back to Jumeirah

Once again this weekend saw me down in Jumeirah. Down in Jumeirah 1 is the ever popular, and rightly so, The Lime Tree Café & Kitchen. The Lime Tree provides indoor and outdoor seating with a lovely laidback atmosphere. For those who have not been before be aware that you order and pay inside and the waiters will bring your food out to you. The menu is written up on a chalk board and the vitrine displays other delicious items. The Lime Tree is right beside the Spinneys in Jumeirah and has ample paid parking.
Courtyard of The Lime Tree

Muesli

Quiche


After our delicious breakfast my friend and I headed on a walk around Jumeirah 1. Close by was the Village Mall which contains the store, S*uce. What a beautiful location and store. When we got in we were greeted and told that there was a section with 50% off (we were also told that this sale will last until DSF). Which for S*uce is rather amazing. And the 50% off section did not disappoint. Amazing dresses, clothes, accessories  and even Cambridge Satchel Company bags were on sale. After snagging a lovely little Cambridge Satchel we headed out the door with an extra spring in our step.
those Satchels are on sale!

inside S*ce

inside S*uce


The next stop was at the Comptoir 102. Comptoir 102 mixes home décor and a café in one light and airy location. They also sell espadrilles and other sandals which may seem like a random addition but somehow works well into the concept. Being in Comptoir was like stepping into someone's home; each room had a different theme. If you are looking for some quirky home décor items drop in as they are also having a sale.   

As we continued our walk down Jumeirah Road we got side tracked by a red sign  declaring "vintage" atop a decidedly 60s style house. And in we went. I have heard that Dubai has a small vintage scene but never had I taken the time to research it. Bambah is well curated and the clothing quality is excellent though one does pay significantly more than in a vintage/thrift store in Europe or North America. If you are looking for something unique this is the place to visit. There was also a rack with items for sale at AED100. I asked how long it is valid and was told as long as supplies last.
there is a section for LBDs



quirky entry way


There you have it. Another walk, another shopping trip all with out having to enter the Dubai Mall and at the same time supporting small business and staying unique. This is one of the reasons that I so enjoy Jumeirah: it is unique.  

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