This winter, Dubai’s largest food market, the Waterfront Market, invites residents and tourists to immerse themselves in the flavours of the sea at its Seafood Festival, taking place from 10 December 2025 to 7 January 2026.

Known for its exceptional variety and unbeatable freshness, the Market comes alive with a packed month of culinary offers, live entertainment, seasonal décor and exciting giveaways. Highlights include:

• During the Seafood Festival, enjoy exclusive offers from all Waterfront Restaurants, including Paluto Restaurant, BOAT Seafood Restaurant, Yahya Seafood Restaurant and Aylla Seafood Restaurant and Cafe
• Roaming entertainment every weekend, Friday to Sunday, featuring Live roaming music, bubble shows and face painting.
• A vibrant Festive Tree crafted with a seafood theme, bringing a unique seasonal centrepiece to the Market.
• Spend AED 200 or more at the fish market or Waterfront restaurants and receive a complimentary insulated cooler bag perfect for beach days, picnics or weekend getaways and enter the draw to win prizes worth up to AED 5,000 for five winners, each receiving AED 1,000 in Waterfront Market fresh produce.
• Kids can enjoy a fun and educational experience with the Kids Foodie Explorers Passport and Little Rollers trolleys, collecting stamps, discovering new ingredients and receiving a certificate and small prizes along the way.

With over 500 seafood traders offering 260+ varieties from 14 countries, and a live seafood section with 25 varieties sourced from the UAE, Australia, Japan, Korea and Canada, the Market is known for its unmatched freshness, quality and variety. This season’s highlights include Hamour, shrimp, King Fish, Tuna, King Mackerel and Seabream, alongside a wide selection of other fresh catches.

For an even more hands-on experience, the Market-to-Table journey allows customers to select seafood directly from the fish market, have it cleaned onsite, and enjoy it freshly prepared by chefs at the waterfront restaurants – grilled, fried, steamed or crafted into rich curries and soups. From unbeatable seafood and vibrant family fun to scenic waterfront moments, the festival offers a celebration that is fresh, festive and full of flavour.

Marriott International has appointed Maria Turkmani as the new Multi-Property Marketing & PR Manager for Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Marriott Executive Apartments Al Jaddaf and Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Creek. Tasked with driving strategic growth and brand storytelling, Maria will lead marketing and communications initiatives designed to enhance visibility, strengthen positioning and build guest engagement across the cluster.

Maria’s leadership will bring a fresh perspective to the Al Jaddaf cluster. Her focus will be on creative brand campaigns, innovative partnerships and community engagement strategies that reinforce Marriott’s reputation for excellence and connection.

With over a decade of experience in PR, marketing and luxury hospitality, Maria has a proven record in developing and executing integrated campaigns that deliver measurable results. Before joining Marriott International, she served as PR & Marketing Manager at Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection, where she successfully managed communications across three properties, contributing to revenue growth and enhanced brand reputation.

Saad Al Ghamdi, Multi-Property General Manager at Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments, Al Jaddaf and Marriott Executive Apartments, Dubai Creek said:

“Maria’s appointment marks an exciting step forward for the Al Jaddaf cluster. Her innovative mindset and collaborative approach will help us redefine how we engage with our guests and partners, driving meaningful growth and positioning our properties at the forefront of Dubai’s hospitality scene”

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah successfully hosted an inspiring art exhibition early this month showcasing the creative work of students from Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services – Masarat Center for Development and Empowerment. The exhibition, which showcased more than ten artworks, titled “Women Through the Artist’s Eyes,” celebrated the beauty, strength, and stories of women as seen through the unique perspectives of young artists with diverse abilities.

The event brought together art, empowerment, and community engagement, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to supporting meaningful social initiatives and inclusive development.

Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager of Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, said: “These artworks represent far more than creative expression. They are powerful stories of resilience, imagination, and personal vision. Each canvas reflects dedication, emotion, and the incredible talent of these remarkable students. Coral Beach Resort Sharjah is proud to support platforms that highlight and empower young individuals with unique abilities.”

From the Masarat Center, Mohamed Abdelreda Shalwani, Head of the Recruitment Department, emphasized the importance of collaborations that open real opportunities for students and graduates:

“This partnership plays a key role in empowering our students by creating opportunities to showcase their abilities through exhibitions, training programs, and employment pathways. It reflects the alignment between the center’s mission to empower persons with disabilities and the hospitality sector’s need for skilled, motivated talent.”

The Recruitment Department at Masarat Center further confirmed that the partnership represents a strategic step toward strengthening inclusion within the hospitality industry, enabling students to gain practical experience while developing their professional and creative skills. As Coral Beach Resort Sharjah continues to welcome and support talented students from the center, the hotel aims to foster an environment that nurtures creativity, builds confidence, and contributes to a more inclusive future in line with Sharjah and the UAE’s vision for empowerment and social development.