During this while, I've moved from the Netherlands to Dubai, and even found a great coffee place here (a rarity):
The Sum of Us, http://thesumofusdubai.com/
They roast their own blend, and the baristas truly know what they're doing imho. Machine is a Marzocco, and they've got a Kees in their tasting room. They also serve Chemex, Aeropress, and some more
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If you're ever in Dubai, it's worth a try.