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COUQLEY CONTINUES AT PULLMAN DUBAI DOWNTOWN & EXPANDING IN UAE & THE GCC!
Couqley confirms the continuation of its French Brasserie at Pullman Dubai Downtown, Business Bay, reaffirming the strong and ongoing partnership between Couqley, Pullman, and the Accor Group. Now entering its fourth year at the hotel, the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to quality, consistency, and delivering a dining experience that resonates with both hotel guests and the wider Business Bay community.
Over more than 16 years since its founding in Lebanon and 10 years in the UAE, Couqley has established itself as a casual, affordable French dining institution. The brand’s DNA is rooted in honest cooking, accessible pricing, and a welcoming atmosphere, offering classic French food without formality, and quality without pretension. This balance has made Couqley a reliable neighborhood favorite for everyday lunches, relaxed dinners, and long-standing regulars.
“Couqley has always been about making classic French food approachable,” says Chef Alexis Couquelet, Co-Founder and Group Executive Chef.
“It’s generous, comforting food, fairly priced, in a place where people feel at ease. That philosophy has guided us from day one and remains at the heart of everything we do.”
At Pullman Dubai Downtown, the concept naturally evolved into a more upscale brasserie expression of the brand, shaped by the scale and architecture of space, while remaining true to Couqley’s bistro soul. The result is a vibrant, energetic setting that combines the warmth of the brand with a refined city-brasserie atmosphere.
Building on this strong foundation, Couqley is now preparing for its next phase of growth, with confirmed expansion plans across the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah, alongside wider GCC ambitions.
“Our focus is long-term brand building,” says Ali Daoud, Co-Founder and CEO of Couqley. “Growth matters only when it respects the identity, affordability, and guest experience that have defined Couqley for more than 16 years. We will continue to expand carefully, staying true to what makes the brand special.”
Hospitality
SUN SIYAM VILU REEF WELCOMES FITNESS EXPERT ILARIIA AUVITU FOR A REJUVENATING WELLNESS WEEK
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, part of the Privé collection within the House of Siyam, is set to host an exclusive Wellness Week from 15th to 22nd June 2026, led by international creative and fitness expert Ilariia Auvitu in honour of Global Wellness Week.
Ilariia offers a sophisticated perspective on modern well-being, shaped by her life across seven countries and four languages. As an actor, model, and mother, her “high-performance lifestyle” provides a unique intersection of professional discipline and authenticity.
A central pillar of the week is the Tech-Free Sunrise Yoga and Breathwork Ritual. In an era of digital saturation, this hour of stillness is designed to help guests regulate the nervous system and improve mental health. The curated schedule includes Morning Yoga with Flow, specifically designed to cultivate sustainable energy flow for the day ahead. For those seeking more dynamic activity, Pool Fitness offers engaging water aerobics sessions held at the Pool Bar for a refreshing take on physical movement. Selected days will be concluded with Sunset Pilates and Stretching, featuring low-impact strength and toning exercises finished with a 15-minute quality stretch to release the muscles and embrace the evening’s iridescent glow.
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef offers guests the opportunity to rediscover a sense of harmony on the occasion of Global Wellness Week, guided by the island’s natural pace on a transformative journey of rejuvenation and balance.
Treat the most special woman in your life to a memorable Mother’s Day Daycation at Al Jaddaf Rotana from 8th to 10th May. Thoughtfully designed to celebrate mothers, this indulgent experience offers the perfect blend of relaxation, refined dining, and well-deserved pampering.
Mothers can savour an elegant high tea, unwind with optional pool access, or elevate the celebration with a delightful Saturday Brunch accompanied by a glass of bubbly.
Offer Details
Date: 8thto 10th May
High Tea: AED 105 per person | High Tea with Pool Access: AED 150 per person (fully redeemable on F&B during the offer period) | Special Saturday Brunch Offer: AED 125 per person, including a glass of bubbly.
Make Mom feel extra special this International Mother’s Day at Publiq European Bistro, where families dining in groups of more than three guests can enjoy a complimentary meal for Mom. Gather your loved ones and celebrate together over a relaxed European-style dining experience designed to make the occasion memorable.
Details:
Offer: Mom eats free (for families of more than three guests) | Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 | Location: Publiq European Bistro, Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai | For reservations: +971 56 414 2213
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