Category Archives: Food & Dining

Starbucks Kuwait Celebrates Referee Omar Artan’s Impact on Sports

Starbucks Kuwait hosts international referee Omar Artan reaffirming its commitment to supporting referring excellence and sport in Kuwait

Kuwait, 28 June 2026: Starbucks Kuwait, operated by Alshaya Group and the official sponsor of Kuwait Football Association referees, hosted a special event featuring international referee Omar Artan during his visit to Kuwait, celebrating his refereeing journey and the values referees represent: integrity, discipline, fairness and professionalism.

Held at Starbucks Grand Avenue in The Avenues, the event was attended by Sheikh Ahmad Yousef Al Sabah, President of the Kuwait Football Association, alongside representatives from the Association, members of the media and guests from the sporting community.

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Why health-focused people shift to nutrition-packed snacking

Dubai, June 22, 2026: Scores of people who are conscious of staying fit and healthy are shifting their snacking options from conventional fried, spicy or sweet snacks to nutrition-packed, natural alternatives. And many people, who are already fit and those who are under medication for lifestyle diseases are now opting for pecans, known for multitude of nutritional values.

This is the result of the significant change in the health and wellness concept of the people over the past decade, especially in this part of the world. The public is actively seeking foods that support their long-term wellbeing, in order to prevent themselves from a range of lifestyle conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and other health risks associated with increasingly sedentary routines.

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Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen Launches the Rajasi Jodhpuri Thaal Business Lunch

A royal taste of Rajasthan, now available for lunch in the heart of Dubai

Dubai, UAE – 16 June 2026Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen, Dubai’s newest destination for authentic Rajasthani cuisine, has unveiled its brand-new Rajasi Jodhpuri Thaal Business Lunch, offering guests an immersive journey through the rich culinary heritage of Rajasthan in a convenient midday dining experience.

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Why American Pecans are finding a place on UAE tables

DUBAI – June 10, 2025: As UAE consumers become more conscious about nutrition, provenance and premium food experiences, America’s native tree nut is gaining quiet momentum across retail, hospitality and gifting segments.

The UAE’s relationship with nuts runs deep. From pistachios and walnuts to almonds and cashews, nuts have long been part of everyday snacking, festive gifting, and hospitality traditions across the country.

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Discover Dubai’s Culinary Gems with Map Your Dubai Initiative

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and Google Launch “Map Your Dubai” Initiative to Support Local Culinary Gems

DUBAI, UAE – June 9, 2026 – The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Google announced today the launch of Map Your Dubai: Insider Edition, an initiative to support the local F&B sector. Local guides, a global community of volunteers who write reviews on Google Maps, will be sharing their favorite lists of restaurants and cafes, followed by public voting to drive more visits and growth to local businesses.

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