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Bollywood-inspired restaurant Hitchki has reopened at Novotel Dubai Gold District, Deira, marking its return under Phoenix Hospitality Group The venue accommodates up to 180 guests and is open daily from 12pm to 2am. Alongside its Deira reopening, Hitchki continues to operate its second Dubai location at City Centre Mirdif. The updated menu
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Careem has launched Careem Food Catering, a new service offering customers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi access to more than 20 UAE caterers through the Careem app The service allows customers to plan catering for events including family gatherings, celebrations, office events and group occasions, with orders available for advance booking.
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COYA Abu Dhabi will temporarily close from 1 August to 17 August to undertake planned enhancement works, with the restaurant set to reopen on 18 August The temporary closure will allow the venue, located at The Galleria, Al Maryah Island, to carry out upgrades aimed at enhancing the guest experience ahead
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Dubai-born dessert brand CHUNK Bakehouse has expanded into Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, marking its first move beyond Dubai since launching in 2021 The brand has opened dedicated cloud kitchens in both emirates following a series of pop-ups and growing demand. In Abu Dhabi, CHUNK will operate from Al Reem Island, with
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Homegrown specialty coffee brand Julith Coffee has expanded its UAE footprint with new locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with two more openings planned before the end of 2026. The brand opened its second Dubai location at Last Exit in June, introducing a drive-through and takeaway concept on the Dubai–Abu Dhabi
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The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has awarded 237 hotels in the third cycle of its Dubai Sustainable Tourism (DST) Stamp, recognising their sustainability efforts across environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices The total marks a 55% increase from the 153 hotels recognised in the previous cycle and more
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The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has graduated 21 Emirati hospitality professionals from its inaugural UAE Bootcamp Career Builder Recognition Programme, delivered at Les Roches Marbella hospitality school in Spain. The eight-day programme recognised high-performing Emirati talent and focused on developing leadership skills, service excellence,
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Majid Al Futtaim has opened Chef’s Society at City Centre Mirdif, a new chef-led dining destination bringing together regional culinary concepts under one roof. The venue launches with four restaurants ahead of its full rollout later this year, with additional concepts set to join in the coming months. The opening line-up includes
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Chef Reif Othman's REIF Japanese Kushiyaki has opened at Chef's Society in City Centre Mirdif, expanding the homegrown brand's presence in Dubai The new location joins the restaurant's existing venues at Dar Wasl, Dubai Hills Business Park and Time Out Market Dubai. It offers the brand's signature menu alongside a selection
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Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG) has launched Al Ain Farms Kefir, the UAE’s first locally made authentic kefir, produced using fresh local milk, traditional fermentation methods and real kefir cultures. Made with a proprietary blend of more than 12 probiotic strains, the fermented dairy drink delivers kefir’s distinctive tangy taste,
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Marriott International has appointed Swen Ehlender as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing across The Red Sea and AMAALA, supporting the growth of its luxury portfolio in Saudi Arabia Swen joins the role with extensive luxury hospitality and commercial experience. Most recently, he was Commercial Director at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
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The Ritz-Carlton has appointed Mazen Allam as Area General Manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh and The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah The appointment follows Mazen’s successful tenure as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, where he led the property’s operational and commercial performance. In his expanded role, he will oversee both hotels, focusing on
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Gymkhana, the two Michelin-starred Indian restaurant from London, will make its UAE debut this September at Gate Village in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi of JKS Restaurants, the acclaimed restaurant is known for its classic Indian cuisine and hospitality. Named after the elite social
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Emaar Hospitality Group is set to launch Vida Aljada later this year, bringing one of only two five-star Vida hotels in the UAE to Sharjah's Aljada development Located in the destination's creative district, the property will feature rooms, suites and extended-stay residences, alongside dining venues, cafés, outdoor social spaces and wellness
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Solutions Group has announced the launch of Oro Verde, a new waterfront bar and restaurant opening at Yas Bay Waterfront in partnership with Miral in Q4 2026 Inspired by the fusion of Peruvian coastal cuisine and Japanese culinary techniques, the venue will bring Nikkei dining to Abu Dhabi with a menu
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Marriott International has signed an agreement with Manarat Al Dheyafah Company for Real Estate to open The Westin Abha, marking the brand's debut in Saudi Arabia's Asir region. The hotel is scheduled to open in 2031. Located in the Jabal Thah Valley, The Westin Abha will offer access to Abha International
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Foodics has launched Table Talks, a community-led dinner series bringing together restaurant founders, operators and hospitality professionals for candid conversations on building and scaling restaurant businesses The inaugural edition took place at Lila Molino in Alserkal Avenue on 18 June, featuring chef and entrepreneur Shaw Lash, founder of Lila Taqueria and
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Wasl Hospitality, Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre and Solutions Group have announced a partnership to redevelop the former Warehouse site into a new multi-experience destination in Dubai The project will bring together dining, entertainment and leisure concepts, anchored by Lock, Stock & Barrel, with two additional concepts to be
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FYTE Hospitality brings one of Asia's most acclaimed Wagyu Hamburg concepts to Al Quoz this September One of Asia's most talked-about restaurant concepts is making its GCC debut this September. Hikiniku To Come, the Japanese Wagyu Hamburg brand with a cult following across Asia, will open at CMPLX, Al Quoz, Dubai,
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As Dubai's hospitality sector navigates shifting consumer habits, Tyrone Reid, Group CEO of MMI & Emirates Leisure Retail, shares why collaboration between suppliers and operators is becoming increasingly important for driving footfall and supporting long-term growth. He also discusses Cheers United, MMI's initiative bringing together more than 75 bars, restaurants and
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