Sixth edition to take place from 26–28 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre DXB LIVE, the event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, has announced that the sixth edition of World of Coffee Dubai will take place from 26 to 28 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre. DXB LIVE organises the exhibition in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association. The announcement comes after the fifth edition posted its strongest results to date. The 2026 edition drew more than 20,000 trade visits from industry professionals across more than 80 countries. Over 2,100 companies and brands from…
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EL&N London, the café and lifestyle brand known for its design-led interiors and distinct dining offer, is expanding its UAE presence with two new openings in Abu Dhabi. The brand will open an EL&N Deli & Bakery at Reem Mall and a full EL&N London café and lifestyle site at Marina Mall, adding to its existing footprint across the country. The brand has built a following across the UAE through its considered aesthetic, specialty coffee, and food menu. Both new Abu Dhabi locations sit within two of the capital’s main retail destinations, and each will carry its own format while…
Jewellery remains one of the most fitting Eid gifts, and this season Piece Of You turns attention to a selection of statement necklaces built around faith, family, heritage, and symbolism. Every piece in the edit can be personalised, giving each gift a specific point of meaning beyond its design. Words carry weight at Eid, and the Etched Diamond Scroll Necklace reflects that. The piece takes the form of a miniature scroll in gold, made to carry Ayat Al Kursi or a custom inscription chosen by the giver. It holds strong individual character and works as a considered, expressive gift. For…
Maison Dalí is hosting a single-sitting afternoon tea in partnership with HAIYATEA. The event pairs artisanal teas with pastries by Chef Tristin Farmer and gives guests an early look at experiences the venue plans to offer in the future. The afternoon tea takes place inside Maison Dalí’s art-led interiors, which take their cues from the world of Salvador Dalí. The restaurant operates on a Surrealist Relaxed Fine Dining philosophy, combining Mediterranean warmth with Japanese precision. Chef Tristin Farmer, who holds Michelin-star experience, oversees the menu and brings that background to every detail on the plate. The menu moves through a…
CHI-KA Dubai will host an artist talk with Todo Takanao, a Japanese ceramicist and architectural designer, on Saturday, 21 February, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The session gives guests direct access to the thinking behind Takanao’s practice. Takanao works at the point where traditional ceramic techniques meet contemporary design. His pieces span functional objects, sculptural form, and spatial thinking. His work pays close attention to material, proportion, and how objects relate to the spaces around them, with roots in both Japanese aesthetics and architectural discipline. During the talk, Takanao will present his portfolio, discuss how his practice has evolved,…
ME by Meliá Dubai hosts an open-air Iftar this Ramadan on its Pool Terrace, giving guests a place to break fast with good food and easy company in the centre of the city. The setting is the hotel’s Pool Terrace, where the menu draws on classic Ramadan dishes alongside a selection of contemporary options, suited to relaxed evening gatherings. Guests start with a spread of hot and cold mezze, including Muhammara, Hummus, and Moutabel, as well as Kibbeh, Cheese Rakakat, Spinach Fatayer, and Falafel. Fresh options include Tabbouleh, Fattoush, and Warak Enab. A charcuterie and cheese station adds Beef Cecina,…
The homegrown UAE brand launches in Egypt through a partnership with El Sayyad Group. Rove Sheikh Zayed City will be located on the Cairo–Alexandria Desert Road, with access to Downtown Cairo, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Great Pyramids of Giza, and Alexandria. The Egypt project follows recent announcements for new hotels in Saudi Arabia and Oman. Rove Hotels, the UAE-born contemporary lifestyle brand and a joint venture between Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding, has signed an agreement for Rove Sheikh Zayed City in partnership with El Sayyad Group. El Sayyad Group’s hotels investment subsidiary, El Sayyad for Hotels & Resorts,…
PizzaExpress UAE has introduced Season to Gather, a Table to Share, its Ramadan dining programme running from sunset during the Holy Month. The offer combines Italian dishes with Iftar service across outlets in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Fujairah. The restaurants serve set menus designed for group dining, with dishes prepared for sharing. Tables accommodate families, friends, and work groups during evening hours throughout Ramadan. PizzaExpress locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer a set menu at AED 79 per person. PizzaExpress Live venues in JLT, Bay Square and Al Reem price the menu at AED 89 per person. Guests start…
Authors’ Lounge at voco Bonnington JLT has launched Blind Date with a Book, a café package that pairs reading with food and drink. Guests pay AED 69 for a hot drink, a dessert, and a wrapped book they can take home. The offer targets readers and café visitors who want a quiet place to spend time. Each guest receives a book wrapped in paper, with the title hidden until they open it. The package includes a choice of tea or coffee and a dessert from the menu. The format creates space for unhurried reading and relaxation. Authors’ Lounge features library-style…
Month-long community gathering under Season of Wulfa brings food, culture and connection to Dubai’s Ramadan evenings The Ramadan Street Food Festival will return from 19 February to 18 March 2026, transforming Sheikh Hamdan Colony into an evening gathering space throughout the Holy Month. Delivered as part of Ramadan in Dubai, under the Season of Wulfa, the festival creates opportunities for reflection, connection and shared blessing through food, culture and community—values that sit at the heart of Ramadan across the emirate. The festival returns for its fourth edition and has become an established part of Dubai’s Ramadan landscape. The event offers…