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Celebrate Sakura with Sumo Sushi & Bento

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Enjoy the Cherry blossom festival at Sumo Sushi & Bento with delectable dishes

Dubai, UAE: Sumo Sushi & Bento, the originator of family friendly sushi dining in the region is celebrating Japan’s famous cherry blossom festival season with delicious dishes and will emulate the tradition of Sakura viewers celebrating the season by eating, drinking and coming together to welcome the beginning of Spring.

To mark the Sakura cherry blossom festival, Sumo Sushi & Bento is launching a new sumo signature item ‘Gozen Samurai’ (lady Samurai) inspired by Gozen, also known as the female warrior samurai. The dish is promoted on Women’s Day on 8th March and 21st March on Mother’s Day as an exclusive Sumo Mobile app campaign.

Sumo Sushi & Bento diners can also enjoy similar dishes that are popular in the Sakura season right here in the UAE. The dishes include Sakura Roll, Inari Sushi, Futo Maki, Mochi, Wagyu Steak Roll, Chirashi Bento and a drink called Pink.

Additionally, female mobile app members can save by getting a classic bento at 25% off when they buy the Gozen Samurai dish from March 8th to the 21st for Dine-in, takeaway and delivery orders.

Jerome Mortel, COO, Sumo International Inc. LLC,said, “We are delighted to present dishes inspired by the Japanese custom of flower viewing known as hanami  just in time for Cherry Blossom season and we are excited to introduce a new dish to celebrate the ladies and mothers since the season coincides with Women’s Day and Mother’s Day We hope to keep  our diners engaged by tempting them with new innovative dishes to celebrate the different festivals and milestones in their life.”

For regular patrons,Sumo Mobile App is a most simple and convenient way to earn loyalty points. Collect Kenji Coins for every order and redeem them for FREE food and drinks (1 AED= 1 Kenji Coin). You can redeem the rewards without any minimum spend. Enjoy!

The special offers are available from 11am to 11pm at all Sumo Sushi & Bento outlets. For Booking, visit https://sumosushibento.com, download the Sumo Sushi App or call 800-7866(SUMO)

RAK Mall reveals International Women’s Day Activations

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Pop up market, art display, free nail services offered along with discounts, special offers and activities

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE: Iconic shopping destination, RAK Mall is all geared up to celebrate International Women’s Day with special discounts, offers and activities.

RAK Mall will have a pop-up market with Free Nail Services from Nail Touch Spa and various fashion, beauty, jewelry, wellness, and lifestyle pop up stores and will run on March 8th, 3pm to 9pm. It complements the mall’s existing shopping, entertainment, and female friendly experiences.

Shoppers can also learn from the Emirates Cancer Society and get to know the inspirational and talented women from various walks of life as they honor and support each other as one community.

In addition, Artist, Ms. Hamama Youssef Saleh will display paintings and her skills on Sand Art about UAE history.

Pacific Products launches with new collections in Al Ain

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G R Foundation General Trading retails products to support island cultures, traditions and communities for a prosperous future together

G R Foundation General Trading based in Al Ain currently retails Pacific products, including coconut products from the Solomon Islands. Coconuts have been central to Island rural communities for many decades, shaping the lives, tradition and livelihood and providing an income stream.

Some of the Pacific products sold by G R Foundation General Trading include virgin coconut hair and body oil, Massage oils, handmade coconut cleansing soap as well as a variety of lip balms.

Coconut oil, due to its unique and organic properties helps bolster the skin’s protective layer, trapping moisture inside and keeping skin supple and hydrated. It smells great, and has anti-inflammatory properties, making it beneficial for irritated, chafed skin and helps with collagen production.

Ahmed Shak Ahmed, CEO of G R Foundation General Trading is excited to bring the island products  to the UAE and is passionate in assisting South Pacific Island countries of the Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and Tonga to have their unique products sold around the Middle East.

Currently G R Foundation General Trading sells KOSI and Banana Hands products.

Banana Hands organic coconut cleansers, oils, soaps and balms are gentle and luscious, made in the Solomon Islands from certified organic coconut oil.

For KOSI products, coconuts are sourced from local plantations owned by over 1,000 farmers in Solomon Islands. This revitalises the coconut industry using modern technology while partnering with local communities and firms, NGOs and Governments to develop rural communities in a sustainable cycle.

Products retailing at the G R Foundation General Trading in Al Ain can also be bought on https://productspacific.com.

RAK Mall welcomes two new stores

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New outlets include Bath & Body Works and Bloomed Out for self-indulgence and for gifts for loved ones

Dubai, UAE: The shopping mall and management division Lulu Group International, Line Investments & Property reveals two new stores at popular retail destination, RAK Mall to start the new year with new retail offerings that complement the mall’s existing shopping, entertainment, and dining experiences.

The new store openings offer visitors more options of diverse brands for ease and convenience, together with attractive deals and offers. Bath & Body Works will offer customers giveaways and a voucher for a free lotion on spending AED200/-.

In addition, another new outlet, Bloomed Out, located on the 1st level of RAK mall, offers visitors fresh flowers and gifts just in time for Valentines Day. The outlet offers flowers in different species and colors and offered in a bouquet, basket in a vase.

Both outlets offer useful and meaningful products for self-use and for gifting. RAK MALL places great emphasis on health and safety measures since the pandemic, ensuring the public areas remain a safe place to shop and dine in.

Viktor Axelsen enthralls fans at Silicon Central Mall

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Badminton world champion and Brand Ambassador of Yonex visited Silicon Central to meet and greet  the fans and signed autographs.

UAE, Dubai: Viktor Axelsen, Danish badminton world champion and Brand Ambassador of Yonex, the world leader in Golf, Tennis and Badminton equipment visited Silicon Central, Dubai’s latest lifestyle and shopping destination to meet and greet  the fans, sign autographs and have play off with the Badminton Players on 12th November.

The event, which is part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 30×30 was held in collaboration with the UAE Badminton Federation and Dubai Sports Council  with different Badminton Groups and organizations attending. 

Viktor took the opportunity to promote Badminton as a sport, an active lifestyle and promoted the Yonex Badminton equipment in Dubai which is exclusively available across all Lulu Hypermarkets in the UAE.  

Silicon central is the first-ever mall visit in Dubai of Viktor Axelsen. 

Viktor Axelsen to visit Silicon Central Mall

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Danish Badminton World Champion and Brand Ambassador of Yonex will visit  Silicon Central to meet and greet the fans and do a autograph signing on Saturday at 4pm

UAE, Dubai: In line with Dubai Fitness Challenge 30×30, Viktor Axelsen, 2022 World Champion and 2020 Olympic Champion and Brand Ambassador of Yonex, the world leader in Golf, Tennis and Badminton equipment will visit Lulu Hypermarket at Silicon Central, Dubai’s latest lifestyle and shopping destination to meet and greet  the fans, sign autographs and have play off with the Badminton Players on Saturday, 12th November from 4pm till 7pm.

The event, which is part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge is held in collaboration with the UAE Badminton Federation and Dubai Sports Council  with different Badminton Groups and organizations attending. Viktor will be promoting an active lifestyle, badminton and the Yonex Badminton equipment which is exclusively available across all Lulu Hypermarkets in the UAE.

Silicon central is the first-ever mall visit in Dubai of Viktor Axelson and he will be accompanied by Mr. Salim MA, Lulu Group Director, Ms. Nora, President, UAE Badminton Federation and Mr. Ahmad, Director of Events  at Dubai Sports Council.

Silicon Central is strategically positioned 12 km from the city-centre and 15 km from Dubai Airport in Dubai Silicon Oasis, the first eco sustainable district in Dubai focused on low carbon footprint, AI, and technology. Silicon Central is conveniently located near the Dubai Al Ain Road where more than 350.000 cars pass by every day and it aims to offer a host of new retail outlets to the nearby community of 400.000 people as well as students attending the universities in Academic City. The mall will have a grand opening mid-November 2022.

Enjoy favourite dishes from the past at Sumo Sushi & Bento

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Weekly specials of old favourites and best-selling dishes of the past set to entice Japanese food connoisseurs of all ages

Sumo Sushi & Bento, the originator of family friendly sushi dining in the region has curated special surprise offers with the return of an old-time favourite dish every week that was either a best seller or most popular dish in the past and the dish gets revealed only at the beginning of each week.

Featuring the finest Japanese cuisine and fun activities that caters to all age groups and suits different taste buds, Japanese food connoisseurs at Sumo Sushi & Bento can indulge in customized sushi sandwiches, poke bowls, Bento boxes and other Japanese specialty rolls.

Ms. Julianne Holt-Kailihiwa, CEO, Sumo International Inc. LLC,said, “The old-time favourites weekly offers has had an overwhelming response and we find our regular patrons looking out for what the surprise dish is during the week. To ensure no one misses out, the offers are valid both for dine in and take-out orders. The top dishes of the past are offered at an affordable rate to ensure those who enjoyed it in the past can indulge in their favourite dish with friends and family.”

For regular patrons,Sumo Mobile App is a most simple and convenient way to earn loyalty points. Collect Kenji Coins for every order and redeem them for FREE food and drinks (1 AED= 1 Kenji Coin). You can redeem the rewards without any minimum spend. Enjoy!

The special offers are available from 11am to 11pm at all Sumo Sushi & Bento outlets. For Booking, visit https://sumosushibento.com, download the Sumo Sushi App or call 800-7866(SUMO)

The new Dawn of Global Real Estate

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Raising the Bar in Real Estate & Managing a global multi-billion-dirham Empire

Dr. BRIAN ETEMAD Esq.

By Shereen Shabnam

The dynamic CEO of the award winning Tamleek Real Estate Co., Dr. Brian Etemad Esq., is a licensed US Attorney from New York who later founded Tamleek REIT & Global Investments, an elite investment and development firm with an exceptional track record and an exclusive global property portfolio.

Having sold over AED 2 billion worth of property and consecutively winning two Forbes awards as the Arab World’s No.1 Investment Advisory and Brokerage Company, Tamleek has established itself as an exclusive No.1 selling entity for numerous prestigious clients and is renowned as a diversified conglomerate with an impressive portfolio.

Under the astute leadership of Brian Etemad, Tamleek successfully specializes as a Global Investment Company focused on five main pillars:  REIT, Luxury Development, Cryptocurrency, General Investments, and Investment Advisory & Brokerage.REITs are now recognized and regulated in several jurisdictions globally.

As a “Master Investor”, Brian is extremely selective about the assets and projects Tamleek invests in, which cements its image in dealing only with the best-in-class assets combined with a reputation highly valued by loyal investors.

Propelling its spectacular growth is Tamleek’s management style that is already leaving a major impact on the world’s stage as it takes off to new heights and triumphant victories. Dr. Brian Etemad uses his real estate knowledge and rich experience across continents for developing and investing within the residential, commercial and hospitality sectors.

As a vibrant city, Dubai remains one of the top global cities on Dr. Brian’s list with high infrastructure investment, excellent connectivity and profitable prospects in the real estate market. He is optimistic of the resilience and further growth of Dubai’s burgeoning real estate market “because it is a safe and secure metropolis that is now haven for millions of residents.

The success of the city is due to the visionary leadership of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. This gives investors the peace of mind and confidence to invest in the city. Dr. Brian is proud to be part of Dubai’s incredible journey of success by following the values of the country’s leaders.

The company’s proven expertise, and unparalleled ability to react to global financial challenges protects investors and guides them towards a prosperous future with a steady stream of income returns, together with capital appreciation from real estate assets and increases in the value of equity. Through Tamleek REIT & Global Investments, Brian provides investors with valuable information and guidance, ensuring they are empowered to make the best investment decisions.

Staying ahead of the game, Tamleek REIT & Global Investments has embraced cryptocurrencies, which have evolved from a latent potential into an asset that belongs in every well-balanced portfolio. Always daring to go for the novel and the innovative, Tamleek has the knowledge and the acumen to be the major player on the market that’s brimming with possibilities while making sound judgments every step of the way.

The legal background of Dr. Brian is an added advantage when dealing with highly complicated contracts and gives developers insights into both the real estate industry and the legalities that go with the property and real estate deals.

Equipped with a strong business plan, Dr. Brain plays an integral part in the region’s economy and with his diverse expertise Tamleek has evolved into a Multi-Billion Dirham Global Investment & Development Firm, with premier assets in some of the largest economies across the globe.

As a Real Estate Investment Trust, Tamleek owns and manages a portfolio of income-generating real estate assets, with the purpose to create a regular dividend income stream for investors. It also manages the properties to increase the potential returns with a spectrum of highly specialized in-house services.

Today, Tamleek’s flair for innovation, creative problem-solving and measured risk-taking is what drives its skyrocketing success. Together with its investors, its goal is to build an iconic legacy through ground breaking projects, raising the bar of architectural excellence and design artistry and is hence on a soaring trajectory under Dr. Brian’s visionary leadership.

On the personal front, Dr. Brian remains a gentle and spiritual soul who has not let the success of this professional achievements change him. His philanthropy involves regular financial support to 500 orphans across the globe.  His admirable qualities include his ability to react to global financial challenges and his work ethics that has led to so many successes.

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Traditional culinary experiences: Turkish Village Restaurant

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Shereen Shabnam

Recently we ventured to the Award-winning Turkish Village Restaurant to sample their diverse range of unique authentic culinary experiences that included especially curated dishes blending authentic Turkish ingredients and flavors, complete with the much-loved art of Turkish hospitality.

We discovered that the restaurant offers so much more than just good food as we entered the Jumeirah branch of the restaurant. Starting from a retail experience to a selection of delectable food with seasonal flavours and impeccable presentation, we tried different inspiring food concepts, and each was a fun and social culinary experience best enjoyed in a group.

The Turkish Village Restaurant has a capacity for large events that can accommodate over 500 guests over three levels and can curate menus that can be custom made to suit any corporate or family event. When I visited with family, we opted for the a la carte menu as we wanted to try different dishes and each one was better than the next. My favourite was a metre long ‘pide’ or pastry which came with interesting fillings of meat and cheese fresh from the oven.

More recently we ventured with there with a group of friends and tried the Turkish mangal or barbecue that includes staple starters with meat marinated with spices overnight. We selected tender marinated chicken, succulent lamb, beef, kebabs and sausages and prepared the meal together at grill tables that come equipped with a private charcoal barbeque and a custom-made extractor.

The mangal meal was served with salads, fresh bread out of the oven, sauces, cold starters and water or ayran. The Mangal experience can be enjoyed for lunch and dinner at AED 50/- per person that includes charcoal, water, ayran, salad and cold starters on the table while the chicken and meat can be availed from the in-house butcher starting at AED 110/- per kg to share.

We then ended the meal on a sweet note with traditional Turkish sweets that include kunafa, baklava stuffed with cream and pistachios and the creamiest rice pudding in the city. This was the best Turkish culinary experience we have had in Dubai as it offers an authentic dining experience at par with what we normally find in Istanbul or other parts of Turkey.

Before leaving the restaurant, we stopped at the gourmet grocer named Bakkal (Meaning Grocery store in Turkish) on the ground floor for retail therapy. Bakkal features a diverse range of fresh, dried and frozen goods imported from Turkey every week and is a dream store for party lovers looking to get ready snacks that can be prepared easily for large families and intimate parties.

The three level Turkish Village Restaurant is located strategically in Jumeirah 1 (across La Mer, next to Spinneys and the Jumeirah Grand Mosque). It offers a laid-back memorable and interactive dining experience, within a warm and welcoming ambience and is also a one-stop shop for artisanal Turkish products. We left with bags full of Turkish delights and naturally, I got some extra desserts to enjoy at home later.

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Turkish Mangal Meets South African Braai

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Explore traditional BBQ experiences at Turkish Village Restaurant

One of the most socially interactive culinary experiences the world over is having a barbecue with friends and family and this concept is most popular in South Africa, where a ‘Braai’ or barbecue can be a weekly experience.

In Dubai, the best on table barbecue experience comes in the form of the Turkish Mangal at the award-winning Turkish Village Restaurant where chefs use premium meat, authentic Turkish ingredients and flavors and like the South African Braai, the meat is cooked over sizzling hot coals to bring out the best flavours in the meat.

The atmosphere surrounding a Turkish mangal experience and a Braai is one full of enjoyment and common on weekends, birthdays, national holidays, graduations and on any occasion to celebrate with family and friends.

At Turkish Village Restaurant, diners select premium meat cuts and marinated meat from the restaurant’s in-house butcher to enjoy a feast at grill tables that come equipped with a private charcoal barbeque and a custom-made extractor. The choice of meat includes marinated chicken, kebabs, lamb chops, sausages and beef cubes for guests to prepare the meal together with friends and family.

The Mangal or Braai experience is ideal for gatherings during lunch and dinner at AED 50/- per person that includes charcoal, water, ayran, salads and cold starters on the table while the chicken and meat can be availed starting  at AED 110/- per kg to share. The meal is also served with fresh bread out of the oven, a selection of sauces and water or ayran.

Diners can end the meal on a sweet note with traditional Turkish sweets that include kunafa, milk infused tres-leche cakes, baklava stuffed with cream and pistachios as well as the creamiest baked rice pudding in the city.

The three level Turkish Village Restaurant is located strategically in Jumeirah 1 (across La Mer, next to Spinneys and the Jumeirah Grand Mosque), and in Dubai Festival City Mall promenade overlooking the fountains. It offers a laid-back memorable and interactive dining experience, within a warm and welcoming ambience. It is also a one-stop shop for artisanal Turkish products.

For bookings please call +97143449955 or send to reservations@turkishvillagedubai.com