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Gulfood

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Established over 20 years ago, Gulfood has a well-deserved reputation within the food and hospitality industry, delivering spectacular returns on investment. Under the theme ‘International Flavours, World Class Business’, Gulfood 2014 provided a vast trade and sourcing platform for exporters, buyers, exhibitors and visitors alike, as well as hosting a number of lucrative networking opportunities, competitions and live events.

Gulfood has become the global hub for the highest quality F&B products and a trusted partner worldwide.

As the world’s largest annual food and hospitality show, Gulfood is where the latest tastes, trends and innovations are unveiled. It’s where the global food industry meets to trade, so you can benchmark price, quality, service, reliability and consistency.

Gulfood 2016

Biggest show ever

More exhibits
More products.
The big brands.

Global producers

Over 5,000 exhibitors.
Biggest European showcase ever.
Largest South American participation.
More than 114 country pavilions.

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Dubai Restaurant Week

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The inaugural Dubai Restaurant Week will take place from 25 February to 5 March 2016 and will include amazing menus from 30 of the best-known and loved fine dining restaurants in the city. This is an exclusive opportunity to sample some of the top spots on your to-try list at an incredible price as all participating restaurants will offer menus at only AED189. See the impressive list of participating restaurants below. These restaurants are sure to sell-out so book your table early.

Alta Badia

Emirates Towers Hotel

Alta Badia delivers authentic Italian cuisine inspired by a region where recipes are steeped in a longstanding tradition of excellence.

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Ashiana by Vineet

Sheraton Dubai Creek

Connoisseurs of fine Indian food will adore the creations coming out of Michelin-starred chef Vineet Bhatia’s kitchen.

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Atelier M

Pier 7, Dubai Marina

A visit to Atelier M will land you sweeping views of the Dubai Marina and a menu that boasts a wide variety of elevated Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

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Boca

DIFC

A celebration of the Mediterranean coast in the heart of Dubai, Boca specialises in simplicity.

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Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay

Atlantis The Palm

Gordon Ramsay’s most recent project, a laid-back European dining concept, opened recently to rave reviews.

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Café Belge

Ritz Carlton DIFC

Sourcing inspiration from 1920s Brussels, Café Belge is known for churning out delicious Belgian classics.

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Fogueira

JBR

Fogueira, an authentic Brazilian Churrascaria, is a great choice for those with a serious appetite.

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Fume

Pier 7, Dubai Marina

Unique perspectives on classic comfort food and an eclectic atmosphere help you feel right at home in Fume.

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Garden

JW Marriott Marquis Dubai

Peruvian flavours and dishes meant for sharing make Garden an ideal spot to spend with friends.

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Hoi An

Shangri-La

Authentic Vietnamese cuisine and comfortable ambiance await at Hoi An in the Shangri-La Hotel.

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Junoon

Shangri-La

Chef Vikas Khanna’s new iteration of his Michelin-starred New York restaurant has impressed lovers of Indian food since it opened in Dubai.

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JW’s Steakhouse

JW Marriott Dubai

Enjoy an indulgent cut of meat from the comfort of a leather armchair in this intimate steakhouse.

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Kiku

Le Meridien Dubai

Have a seat at the sushi counter or watch the live teppanyaki show at one of Dubai’s top spots for authentic Japanese cuisine.

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Mint Leaf of London

DIFC

For fabulous Indian food with a view, head to the 15th Floor of Emirates Financial Tower.

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Okku

The H Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road

One of Dubai’s most awarded restaurants, Okku is a must for high-end Japanese cuisine.

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Pai Thai

Dar Al Masyaf Hotel, Madinat Jumeirah

For a romantic evening and must-try Thai food, take an abra to Pai Thai in Madinat Jumeirah.

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Positano

JW Marriott Marquis Dubai

The Amalfi coast meets Dubai with Positano’s selection of authentic Italian cuisine.

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Qbara

Oud Metha

Qbara celebrates Middle Eastern cuisine with a unique, contemporary twist.

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Rang Mahal by Atul Kochhar

JW Marriott Marquis Dubai

The décor is surpassed only by the food coming out of this contemporary Indian restaurant.

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Rivington Grill

Souk Al Bahar

Boasting some of the best British bites in town, Rivington Grill is a great dining option.

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Sea Fu

Four Seasons Dubai

This is the place to come when you crave fresh seafood, spectacular views and an ocean breeze.

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Seven Sands

The Beach JBR

Seven Sands serves authentic cuisine inspired by our seven Emirates from a stunning beachside location.

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Social by Heinz Beck

Waldorf Astoria, Palm Jumeirah

Enjoy a modern interpretation of traditional Italian dishes with a stunning view of the city.

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The Croft

Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites

Locally-sourced, organic products are the heart behind Darren Velvick’s new restaurant.

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The Hide

Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah

The Hide features a fresh perspective on American cuisine with a creative, meat-focused menu.

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The Ivy

Emirates Towers Hotel

The super-stylish brasserie features an elevated twist on international favourites.

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Thiptara

The Palace, Downtown Dubai

With a name that translates to ‘magic at the water,’ this Thai restaurant has an impressive seafood offering.

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Vivaldi by Alfredo Russo

Sheraton Dubai Creek

Stunning views of Dubai Creek pair well with the expertly crafted Italian specialties from chef Alfredo Russo.

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Yuan

Atlantis The Palm

Yuan serves an extensive menu of traditional Cantonese and Szechuan dishes complemented by Western cooking methods.

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Zheng He’s

Mina A’Salam, Madinat Jumeirah

Zheng He’s is one of Dubai’s most loved restaurants—offering great Chinese dining.

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For more information visit http://dubaifoodfestival.com/whats-on/dubai-restaurant-week/

 

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Dubai Food Festival

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The Dubai Food Festival is the only truly citywide food festival in the Middle East. Held every year, it celebrates Dubai’s emergence as a gastronomic destination. The festival offers a calendar of exciting food-related events and promotions, highlighting Dubai’s unique food scene, its personalities and its world-class dining experiences.

With over 200 nationalities living in Dubai, the Dubai Food Festival reveals the diversity and creativity in our culinary offerings—from gourmet and avant-garde restaurant concepts to local haunts and hidden gems.

The Dubai Food Festival 2016 will be held from 25 February to 12 March 2016.

Dubai Food Festival is organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). It is part of a larger strategy to develop a year-round programme of citywide festivals that contributes to the growth of tourism and retail sectors in Dubai.

For more information visit http://dubaifoodfestival.com/about-dff/

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Yoga Dubai

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The Festival

The whole of Dubai will be closing their eyes, focusing their minds, breathing slowly in and slowly out on the weekend of 19-20 February 2016 when the city holds its inaugural festival focusing on yoga and the full 360 holistic lifestyle. Entitled XYoga, this festival is being launched by XDubai in partnership with Dubai Tourism, with the aim of positioning Dubai as the leading destination for yoga in the region.

Globally-recognised yogis will be offering classes in the full array of yoga styles, from Vinyasa to AcroYoga, with opportunities for all, from complete beginners to yoga instructors and from children to pregnant ladies and athletes. Retailers will set up stalls in the village selling yoga clothing, healthy eating products and all the accessories that ensure a healthy balance between mind and body.

Up to 10,000 people are expected to join in the mass yoga sessions that will be taking place on the first day of the event in what is anticipated to be the largest mind-body festival in the region.

Entertainment will also be on tap, with live bands and DJ sets and what’s more, it’s completely free! So whether you’ve never done yoga before or even if you’re an avid yogi wanting to learn more from the experts, head down to XYoga and strike a pose!

For more information: http://xyogadubai.com/index.html

 

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Sicilia

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Sicilia! Countryside Italian dining in Dubai.

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Rustic and simple home-style Italian cooking with a Sicilian edge is what this unpretentious family restaurant with its wood fire oven offers you.  Sicilia embraces a “Grotto” philosophy of “cook what is fresh today”.

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Guests will be forgiven for thinking that the authentic cuisine coupled with a fine bottle of wine are imported straight from a sunny, countryside village home in Sicily.

  • Seasonal ingredients
  • Home-style cooking
  • Wood fire oven for pizza
  • Great family atmosphere

 

Chef Stefano Ligori

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With almost two decades’ experience, Chef Stefano has mastered the skill of adding his personal zest to traditional delicacies without compromising the authenticity of Italian cuisine. His guests can almost “taste” the immense love for what he does in every single dish he makes.

Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate Dubai | Adjacent to Ibn Battuta Shopping Mall | P.O.Box 211508  Dubai, UAE
+971 4 444 0000 | dine.ibnbattuta@moevenpick.com

 

 

 

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Ripe Food & Craft Market

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Every Friday in January and February 2016, from 9am to 5pm
Zabeel Park

Under the Patronage of the Dubai Crown Prince, HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, The Ripe Food & Craft Market will take place every Friday at Zabeel Park, Gate 2.

We will be extending our shopping hours at The Ripe Food and Craft Market taking place in Zabeel Park during the month of January and February 2016. Taking place every Friday, our hours will be from 9am until 5pm, starting from the 8th January.

You can expect the welcomed by over 100 of Dubai’s talented local businesses and artisans with a wide selection of foodies, fashion designers, arts and crafts, live musicians, kiddie’s activities and so much more. Make your Friday afternoon last a little longer by meandering under the lush green palm trees, picking up some delicious locally made treats, and enjoy the cooler months with family and friends in the lush surroundings of Zabeel Park.

Ripe Organic will be offering a variety of freshly harvested organic fruit and veggies from local organic certified farms, like Ripe’s famous cherry tomatoes, kale, cucumbers, beetroots and lettuce. Ripe will also have a full range of pantry essentials including coconut oil, honey, gluten-free products and superfoods.

Find the Ripe Food & Craft Market at Zabeel Park in Dubai with extended hours from 9am – 5pm during January and February 2016.

For more information visit http://www.ripeme.com/market-zabeel-park

 

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