Experts outline how investment is shaping a resilient, climate-smart food future for the Middle East Dubai – On 11 November, the Global AgroVet Research Conference (GARCX 2025) hosted a panel titled “Investing for Resilience: Mobilizing Capital for AgriTech and Climate-Smart Agriculture in the MENA Region,” bringing together leaders in finance, food innovation and agricultural development. Held at Dusit Thani Dubai, the session examined how capital is driving more resilient and sustainable food systems across the region. Moderated by Amit Grover, Managing Partner at Grover & Company, the panel featured: • Roman Ulyanov, Founder of Greeneration • Mohammed Rubbani,…
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November 21st, Dubai, UAE: The UAE’s top restaurants have been revealed at the fourth edition of the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards. A total of 37 restaurants were honoured this year, celebrating the best of the country’s vibrant F&B scene as Deliveroo marks 10 years in the UAE. Nearly 1,000 restaurants were nominated, with winners selected through a combination of public voting and category-specific criteria. A record 300,000+ customers cast their votes to support their favourite dining spots. The most anticipated award of the night, Restaurant of the Year, delivered an unprecedented outcome. After one of the closest judging rounds ever recorded, Pickl and Mashrou3…
SO/ Maldives honours UAE National Day with a contemporary island celebration that speaks to luxury culture and craft. Nestled in the pristine Emboodhoo Lagoon, the resort sets the scene for an unforgettable five-day experience that blends haute cuisine with striking design in signature Maldivian hospitality. The celebration begins on 28 November with the arrival of Chef Kareem Atef, a rising star of the Saudi culinary scene. Two-time winner of the Africa Cup culinary competition, Chef Kareem is known for his fearless approach to fusion fare and his appearances on Top Chef All Stars and S. Pellegrino Young Chef Academy. On UAE National Day…
Dubai, 24 November 2025 – Costa Coffee and Emirates Leisure Retail have signed new long-term agreements that reaffirm their shared belief in the power of coffee, craft, and customer connections by expanding their long-standing partnership for the next 15 years. The renewed contracts mark an important milestone in a relationship that has grown from strength to strength since 1999 when Costa Coffee and Emirates Leisure Retail opened the first franchise store for the coffee brand outside of the UK. The agreement is driven by a joint ambition for growth in the region and a commitment to delivering exceptional coffee moments for…
Five Emirati entrepreneurs receive Dubai SME grants to turn innovative ideas into sustainable, market-ready ventures aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33 Total of 20 start-ups participated, benefitting from a comprehensive incubation journey Dubai : The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), and Bedayat, the business incubator located in The Sustainable City – Dubai, have announced the successful completion of the Emirati Tech Founder Program, with the graduation of 20 Emirati-led technology start-ups. Representing a significant milestone in Dubai’s journey towards becoming the…
Abu Dhabi : SilverCAT, the power catamaran brand of the Gulf Craft Group, is proud to take part in the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) 2025, showcasing prime examples of its fleet and reaffirming its position as one of the region’s most progressive names in multi-hull innovation. Drawing on more than four decades of Gulf Craft’s composite manufacturing expertise, SilverCAT power catamarans are engineered for stability, efficiency, and versatility. With a deep respect for the sea at its core, SilverCAT models are built to deliver an exceptional experience on the water, while superior fuel efficiency keeps operating costs low…
The fourth edition of the Festival opened with a remarkable weekend of immersive, history inspired experiences set to AlUla’s majestic backdrops Much-anticipated Hegra After Dark launches on Thursday, 26 November to round out the full festival calendar for 2025 AlUla: The Ancient Kingdoms Festival returned this week, opening with a remarkable weekend of immersive, history-inspired experiences set to the majestic backdrop of AlUla’s mesmerising landscapes. Under its 2025 theme, Journeys Through Time, the festival kicked off in stunning fashion on Thursday, 20 November, with a welcoming ceremony that set the tone for what’s to come this year. That evening marked…
Dubai, UAE – 24 November 2025: Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai is extending a warm welcome to four-legged guests with the launch of ‘Pawfect Stay on the Palm’, a thoughtfully curated pet-friendly staycation package. The new offering coincides with the unveiling of the resort’s 14 newly added Palm Seaview Rooms with Terrace, boasting an expansive outdoor entertaining and sun basking area. The resort has also announced exclusive collaborations with two prominent homegrown UAE pet brands, Furchild Pet Nutrition and Pet World UAE. These partnerships aim to enhance the stay for pet owners by providing them with exclusive access to offers and…
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 November 2025: Global leisure travel spending is projected to reach $15 trillion in 2040, up from $5 trillion in 2024. With an anticipated 7% annual uptick in leisure spending, the Middle East is expected to outperform all markets except Asia Pacific during the next five years. Destinations, airlines, hotels and industry stakeholders from around the world will gather to explore these unprecedented opportunities at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4-7 May. Under the theme ‘Travel 2040: Driving New Frontiers Through Innovation and Technology’, the event…
With over 115 million taxi trips recorded in Dubai in 2024, ground transportation remains a vital part of business travel in the UAE. Tumodo’s partnership with Yango Rides for business brings rides booking and expense reporting into one digital platform, optimising time and costs for companies operating across the region. [United Arab Emirates – 24 November 2025]: Tumodo, a UAE-based business travel platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Yango Rides for business, the corporate B2B service of the international ride-hailing service Yango Ride, to enhance corporate mobility solutions across the region. The collaboration allows companies using Tumodo to book Yango…