Neighbourhood boutique kitchen emphasises shared comfort food TBK, a Dubai-born boutique kitchen concept, is positioning itself as a neighbourhood destination for Italian-American comfort cuisine at Galleria Mall on Jumeirah Al Wasl Road. Founded in 2019 as an offshoot of the local Asma concept, TBK is led by Emirati entrepreneur Nahla Wali and markets a menu … Read more
Dubai restaurant Asma rolls out Middle Eastern tapas-style breakfast across three locations Asma, a Dubai-based restaurant group known for modern interpretations of regional dishes, has introduced an all-week, tapas-style breakfast across its three city branches. The move reflects a broader shift in Dubai’s dining scene toward more social, shareable morning meals that suit both business … Read more
GameExpo gives local artists and small studios a platform at The Narrows The Dubai Esports & Games Festival’s GameExpo segment this year shifted significant attention toward the city’s creative micro-economy, placing local artists, designers and independent game developers center stage. The Narrows, a curated marketplace presented with support from Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, featured … Read more
High turnout at GameExpo 2026 as Dubai festival heads toward finale Thousands of visitors passed through Dubai World Trade Centre’s exhibition halls for the latest instalment of GameExpo, one of the headline attractions within the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026. The event combined consumer-focused programming — including cosplay, immersive installations and family activities … Read more
Gaming festival brings tournaments, VR and family programming to DWTC GameExpo 2026 opened its doors at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 6 June as part of the broader Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the multi-hall … Read more
Students and industry converge at Dubai’s first Education & Gaming Summit The Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) hosted its inaugural Education & Gaming Summit as part of this year’s citywide programme, bringing together students, university representatives, recruiters and international games firms to discuss career pathways and skills development in the gaming sector. Bridging education … Read more
Citywide Eid programme combines deep discounts with entertainment to draw shoppers Dubai’s recent Eid celebrations concluded with a substantial retail push that paired heavy discounts with cultural and entertainment programming across the city. The weeklong Eid in Dubai calendar centred on an extended 3-Day Super Sale (3DSS) promotion, which ran over the Eid period and … Read more
Public and private partners expand Dubai’s gaming ecosystem Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026 has convened a range of public and private organisations to advance the city’s ambitions in gaming, esports and digital entertainment. Running through 7 June and organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment within the Department of Economy and Tourism, … Read more
Address Creek Harbour introduces a TWG Tea afternoon service Address Creek Harbour has added a branded afternoon tea to its food and beverage lineup, teaming with Singapore-origin TWG Tea to present a curated tea service at The Patisserie. The offering, positioned as a refined daytime experience, is available daily from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM … Read more
What GameExpo 2026 will bring to Dubai’s gaming calendar GameExpo returns to Dubai this weekend, opening to the public from 5 to 7 June at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event is one of the headline experiences within the wider Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026, which runs from 22 May through 7 … Read more