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27 November 2019

Cupagahwa

Opening at DIFC Gate District

Binghatti Hospitality opens Cupagahwa in Dubai International Financial Centre - Gate Avenue

Binghatti Hospitality’s decision to locate its Cupagahwa Branch in Gate Avenue – DIFC, was based on the importance of the location being the epicentre of the Financial District in Dubai. Comprising of a variety of world-renowned retail and fine dining venues, a dynamic art and culture scene, residential apartments, hotels and public spaces, DIFC continues to be one of Dubai’s most sought-after business and lifestyle destinations. As Cupagahwa has now been recognized as a well-established café and restaurant brand offering an international menu range, and Specialty Coffee connoisseur, locating its latest outlet at DIFC has opened the avenue to attracting an ever-increasing customer base for the brand. Speaking on the opening of Cupagahwa DIFC, Muhammad Binghatti – CEO of Binghatti Hospitality said “We’re not just passionate about our coffee, we want to offer our customers a full and rewarding coffeehouse experience. Coffee brings us all together sociably, our customer’s who come to Cupagahwa visit our Coffee Houses to socially meet up with colleagues or hold their meetings. Our new branch in DIFC has a variety of offerings to suit the everyday customer, once you get to know Cupagahwa, you will get to know us and see, we are so much more than your average Coffee Shop” With an ambitious plan to open 200 Cupagahwa branches all over the UAE and Saudi Arabia within three years, Binghatti Hospitality is set to invest over AED 500 million ($136.1 million), demonstrating the true extent of the company’s commitment to adding local flavours to its established international quality of foods, beverages and ambiance. This wide expansion will be supported by the company’s 6,000-sq-ft central kitchen facility which produces Cupagahwa’s signature menu offerings for the Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah branches. This facility comprises a training and development centre capable of training the chain’s hand-picked serving and management staff to the first-class standard expected of all Binghatti Hospitality employees. The Cupagahwa cafés and restaurants offer a range of exclusive dishes of local Emirati flavours such as Shakshuka, Balaleet, Fish Machboos, Chicken Machboos. In addition to fresh locally sourced dishes, Cupagahwa serves up a feast of dishes, salads, appetizers, beverages, pastries, cakes and desserts inspired by western pleasures. The local beverages can be enjoyed with Middle Eastern taste-inspired pastries and cakes such as Cheesecake Kunaffa and Cocoa Rahash Kunafa, or western ones such as the Carrot Cake and Red Velvet Cake.

United Arab Emirates · 27 Nov 2019

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14 February 2019

avli by tashas

General at DIFC Gate District

We are excited to let you know that bookings can now be made for our new licensed restaurant, Avli by tashas, as well as our Galaxy Bar. Avli by tashas is a testament to the resilient culture of Athens, its soulful spirit, sophistication and dedication to the arts. Our Greek-inspired cuisine caters for every palate in this beautifully designed space reminiscent of the rustic courtyards of the Mediterranean. We look forward to welcoming you, +971 4 359 0008 info@avlibytashas.com Unit C01 Level GF Gate Village Building 9 Dubai International Financial Centre www.avlibytashas.com

United Arab Emirates · 14 Feb 2019

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9 February 2019

avli by tashas

Opening at DIFC Gate District

حياكم عندنا تم افتتاح اكبر فرع نسائي بهيربل سبا ..فرع هيربل سبا الافنيوز النسائي 🌹

Kuwait · 9 Feb 2019

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30 June 2006

Caribou

Opening at DIFC Gate District

Caribou Coffee launches in Dubai

US chain, Caribou Coffee, has taken its first step in its Middle East expansion plan with the recent opening of its flagship outlet at Dubai’s International Financial Centre. Having joined forces with Al Sayer Group of Kuwait, the chain plans to open 12 stores in the UAE by the end of the year. The Arabian Coffee Company, master franchisees for the coffee chain, plans to have 250 locations in the region within the next ten years. “We are well aware of the Middle Eastern traditions and its passion for drinking coffee. It is primarily these nuances that were a great motivation factor for us to introduce Caribou Coffee to the Gulf region,” explained Ammar Daoud, general manager, Arabian Coffee Company. Headquartered in Minnesota, USA, Caribou is the second largest US speciality coffee company, with over 4000 employees at 425 outlets across 13 states. Established in 1992, its first coffeehouse opened in Minneapolis. The outlet in Dubai is designed to reflect a wood lodge, with the interior inspired by views of Alaska. “Since Dubai is considered the trend capital of the region, this coffee shop will enable us to lend the Caribou touch to an age old coffee drinking tradition,” said Christopher Rich, vice president of global franchising for Caribou Coffee. The menu at the new outlet includes classics such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas, as well as beverages unique to the brand such as Caribou Coolers and Turtle Mochas, made with caramel, hot chocolate, whipped cream and pieces of Snickers.

United Arab Emirates · 30 Jun 2006