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FOODICS LAUNCHES TABLE TALKS, A NEW HOSPITALITY FORUM SPOTLIGHTING THE REAL DATA BEHIND RESTAURANT GROWTH IN THE REGION

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Foodics, the leading restaurant management and payments technology platform in MENA, has announced the launch of Table Talks by Foodics, a new community-led initiative designed to bring together restaurant founders, operators, creators, and hospitality professionals for candid, insight-driven conversations about building and scaling successful restaurant businesses.

Built as an intimate, invite-only dinner series, Table Talks moves beyond traditional panel formats to create space for honest dialogue inside the environments where hospitality brands are actively being built. Each edition will spotlight a founder’s journey alongside real operational insights, bridging storytelling with data-backed business reality.

The inaugural edition took place at Lila Molino in Alserkal Avenue on Thursday 18th June and featured chef and entrepreneur Shaw Lash, founder of Lila Taqueria and Lila Molino. Guests gathered inside the concept’s working production kitchen for an evening focused on entrepreneurship, craft, and the realities of scaling independent hospitality brands.

Shaw Lash’s journey has become one of Dubai’s most compelling modern hospitality stories. After leaving a corporate career, she launched Lila Taqueria in 2023, a wood-fired taqueria built around heirloom Mexican corn and traditional techniques. She went on to expand the concept with Lila Molino in 2024, an all-day dining space, coffee roastery, concept store, and in-house masa production unit, followed by Tacos Caminos in 2025. With Foodics supporting operations across every stage of growth, the brands have evolved into a thriving independent restaurant group built on consistency, craft, and operational discipline.

As part of the inaugural Table Talks session, Foodics shared exclusive insights into Shaw Lash’s growth journey, showcasing how technology has supported the evolution of the business from a single restaurant into a three-brand, five-location group in just three years. Since launching Lila Taqueria in 2023, followed by Lila Molino in 2024 and Tacos Caminos in 2025, the group has processed more than 85,000 orders through the Foodics platform.

During the event it was highlighted how access to real-time operational and customer data has enabled smarter decision-making and sustainable growth, with Lila Molino recording a 98% year-on-year increase in orders between 2024 and 2025 from a single location alone. This growth has been supported by Foodics’ integrated platform, which connects POS, sub-cashier stations and delivery app orders into a single system, providing a complete view of business performance.

Attendees also gained insight into customer purchasing behaviour through the brand’s top-performing menu items, with Chips, Salsas & Guacamole serving as a key entry-point dish, while signature favourites continue to drive repeat visits. Some menu items saw demand increase by more than 400% in a single month, highlighting the value of data-led menu optimisation. Today, Lila Molino accounts for over 54% of the group’s lifetime orders, demonstrating how operational discipline and technology can drive growth beyond physical expansion.

“Table Talks was created to bring our community together and uncover the stories behind successful hospitality brands and the decisions that drive their growth. Shaw’s journey highlights that scaling a restaurant business, while it all starts with a great concept, requires operational discipline, consistency, and the ability to make informed decisions at every stage. By sharing these experiences openly, we hope to create meaningful conversations and practical learning opportunities for the wider industry,” says Belal Zahran, Chief Revenue Officer of Foodics.

“Through this initiative, we want to highlight the real mechanics of growth in hospitality, the decisions, the systems, and the numbers that sit behind the guest experience.” He adds.

The launch of Table Talks reflects Foodics’ broader commitment to supporting the hospitality ecosystem beyond technology, by fostering knowledge-sharing and bringing together the people shaping the future of dining in the region.

Table Talks by Foodics will continue as a recurring series, convening hospitality founders and operators every few months for open, honest industry conversations.

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Your Summer Bucket List: Four Experiences Worth Discovering

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From elevated dining moments and timeless jewellery craftsmanship to advanced wellness innovations, Dubai continues to offer experiences designed around modern lifestyles. Whether you are seeking a memorable culinary destination, a statement piece of luxury, or a personalised approach to health and wellbeing, these four experiences are worth exploring this season.

Enjoy Dining with Iconic Downtown Views at Amaya Dubai

Located in the heart of Downtown Dubai, Amaya Dubai Mall offers guests an exceptional dining experience overlooking the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa. Whether visiting for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, guests can enjoy a menu inspired by Mediterranean flavours in one of the city’s most picturesque settings.

Combining vibrant cuisine, elegant interiors, and breathtaking views, Amaya Dubai provides the perfect setting for everything from casual gatherings to special occasions.

Breakfast Timings:
Monday to Thursday: 10 AM – 1 PM
Friday & Saturday: 10 AM – 3 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 4 PM

Lunch Timings:
Monday to Friday: 12 PM – 3 PM

Lunch Pricing:
AED 189 per person (without shisha)
AED 250 per person (with shisha)

For more details, please view the full menu here: Amaya Menu

For reservations and enquiries: +971 4 587 1000, +971 58 682 6787 

Location: Amaya, 1st Floor, near the Waterfalls, The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai 

Website: amayaintl.com 

Instagram: @amayadubai

Prioritise Self-Care with Aesthetics by King’s College Hospital London Dubai

For those looking to invest in their wellbeing, Aesthetics by King’s College Hospital London Dubai offers a range of advanced aesthetic and wellness treatments delivered by highly qualified medical professionals. The clinic provides personalised consultations and tailored treatment plans designed to help patients look and feel their best.

From skin rejuvenation treatments to wellness-focused procedures, Aesthetics by King’s offers a comprehensive approach to self-care and confidence, making it an ideal destination for those seeking expert-led aesthetic solutions.

Address: Emaar Towers – Marina Promenade, Dubai Marina

Phone: (04) 581 7510

WhatsApp: 056 500 6128

Instagram: @aestheticskingscollege 

Website: aesthetics.kingscollegehospitaldubai.com

Elevate Your Wellbeing with Advanced Longevity Care at Blue Ocean Health

For those looking to invest in long-term health and vitality, Blue Ocean Health is Dubai’s destination for advanced longevity and regenerative wellness, where precision medicine meets the art of healthy aging.

Designed entirely around the individual, the clinic offers pharmaceutical-grade peptide therapies and bespoke IV wellness protocols, formulated to elevate cellular health, recovery, metabolism, and cognitive performance. Through its integrated precision medicine approach and in-house compounding pharmacy, every treatment is tailored to the individual, never generic, always personal.

From regenerative care to fertility support, each protocol is crafted to meet unique health goals. As part of the distinguished healthcare ecosystem alongside Fakih IVF Group, Blue Ocean Health reflects Dubai’s standing at the forefront of longevity science and next-generation personalized healthcare.

Website: https://blueoceanhealth.com/

Phone:(04)  584 4077

Make a Statement with Noudar Jewels’ Colourful Enamel Collection

Blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary artistry, Noudar Jewels by Noor Al Fardan introduces its exquisite Enamel Collection – a celebration of colour, creativity, and refined Middle Eastern luxury.

Inspired by the beauty of intricate detailing and timeless jewellery techniques, the collection features meticulously handcrafted pieces adorned with vibrant enamel accents, creating a striking balance between bold expression and elegant sophistication. Each design reflects Noudar’s commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, with every detail thoughtfully considered to create jewellery that feels both distinctive and timeless.

Perfect for those seeking a statement piece or a meaningful addition to their jewellery collection, the Enamel Collection captures the essence of modern luxury while honouring the artistry and heritage at the heart of Noudar Jewels.

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BLUE OCEAN HEALTH SHOWCASES REGIONAL LEADERSHIP IN REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE AT ESHRE 2026

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Blue Ocean Health, the integrated healthcare platform behind Fakih IVF Fertility Group, First Genomics, First Compounding Pharmacy, and Jumeirah American Clinic, and one of the Middle East’s leading providers of reproductive medicine, assisted reproductive technology (ART), and fertility research, presented its expanding academic, clinical and research programmes at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) Annual Meeting 2026 in London, reinforcing its position as a global leader in reproductive healthcare and innovation.

As the only reproductive health platform from the GCC participating at ESHRE 2026, Blue Ocean Health showcased the region’s growing contribution to advancing reproductive medicine on the international stage, while strengthening collaborations with leading fertility centres, universities and healthcare institutions from around the world.

Represented through its flagship fertility brand, Fakih IVF Fertility Group, Blue Ocean Health highlighted its integrated healthcare ecosystem, bringing together world-class fertility care, genomics, personalised medicine, advanced pharmacy solutions, research, education and multidisciplinary patient care under one platform. The organisation continues to drive innovation across every stage of the fertility journey while setting new benchmarks for clinical excellence, scientific research and physician education.

The ESHRE Annual Meeting serves as one of the world’s most influential scientific congresses in reproductive medicine, bringing together leading clinicians, researchers and healthcare innovators to shape the future of fertility care through collaboration and knowledge exchange.

“Our participation at ESHRE reflects far more than sharing our clinical expertise,” said Dr Michael Fakih, founder and chairman of Blue Ocean Health and Fakih IVF Fertility Group. “It reflects our ambition to help shape the future of reproductive medicine. We believe the next generation of fertility care will be driven by precision medicine, genomics, AI, scientific collaboration, and integrated models of care that extend well beyond IVF. Through Blue Ocean Health, we are building an ecosystem that brings these disciplines together, positioning the UAE as a global hub for innovation, research, education, and advanced reproductive healthcare while expanding access to world-class care for patients across the globe.”

A cornerstone of Blue Ocean Health’s international strategy is its rapidly expanding Academic Programme, delivered through Fakih Institute by Fakih IVF Fertility Group. The programme offers structured education and fellowship training in reproductive medicine, assisted reproductive technologies and clinical embryology, creating the next generation of fertility specialists across the region and beyond.

Led by Dr Yasmin Sajjad, medical director, chair of academics and programme director at Fakih IVF Abu Dhabi, the Academy provides immersive clinical training, advanced laboratory experience, multidisciplinary education and research opportunities aligned with international best practices.

The institution currently offers structured fellowship programmes in reproductive medicine and clinical embryology alongside comprehensive training for junior doctors and obstetrics and gynaecology trainees. Participants gain hands-on experience throughout the complete IVF patient journey, including embryology, andrology, complex infertility management, research methodology and evidence-based clinical practice.

Blue Ocean Health continues to expand its international academic network through collaborations with leading institutions across Europe, North America and the Middle East, supporting educational exchange, faculty development, joint research initiatives and international scientific collaboration. Educational partnerships with leading UK institutions are already established, while recognition aligned with Royal College standards in Canada is nearing completion.

The organisation has also now achieved fellowship recognition by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, further strengthening its international academic credibility and training framework.

In addition, Blue Ocean Health will commence a new strategic academic and clinical collaboration with leading healthcare institutions in Manchester, UK, aimed at advancing joint research, specialist training programmes and knowledge exchange in reproductive medicine.

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STROLLZ. INTRODUCES A NEW GENERATION OF STROLLER WAGONS TO THE UAE, REDEFINING FAMILY MOBILITY

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A new mobility solution is entering the UAE market with the launch of STROLLZ. – a Dubai-based, family-owned e-commerce brand – introducing thoughtfully designed stroller wagons for modern families. Founded in 2025 by Nadine and Arne Bradshaw, a German family living in the UAE, the brand was born from a real family need and a clear gap in the local market for family mobility solutions that balance elevated design, comfort, practicality and long-term versatility.

Offering an alternative to traditional strollers, STROLLZ. is designed for the realities of everyday family life, from children and pets to travel, beach days, errands and daily outings. Created to adapt as families grow, STROLLZ. provides a considered mobility solution for modern parents seeking functionality without compromising on style.

Redefining Family Mobility

The idea for STROLLZ. began when the family moved from Germany to Dubai and brought their own stroller wagon with them. What started as a practical solution for their own family quickly attracted attention from other parents, who would frequently stop them to ask where they had purchased it, take photos, and even offer to buy it on the spot.

This response revealed a clear gap in the UAE market. While stroller wagons exist internationally, families in the UAE had limited access to elevated options that combined generous space, comfort, safety, refined design and everyday practicality. Traditional strollers can often feel restrictive as children grow, while conventional wagons may lack the quality and thoughtful design modern families are seeking.

“When I moved to Dubai, I brought a much simpler stroller wagon with me because it worked so well for our family,” says Nadine Bradshaw, Founder of STROLLZ. “What surprised me was how often other parents stopped me to ask about it. They wanted to know where they could buy the stroller wagon, and some even offered to purchase ours on the spot. That was the moment we knew, this was bigger than just our family’s needs. It revealed a real gap in the UAE market and it was clear that families here had been waiting for a solution like this.”

Carries What Matters Most

STROLLZ. brings a refined approach to the multi-child mobility category, combining design-led aesthetics with real-life functionality. The current 4-seater stroller wagon features individual seats with elegant detailing, 5-point harnesses, UVP50 canopy, storage solutions, high-quality materials, smooth all-terrain performance and a travel-friendly design that allows families to take it right up to the boarding gate.

Its removable seat system offers the flexibility to adapt the wagon to changing needs, whether accommodating up to four children or creating additional space for everyday essentials. Available in Desert Sand, Forest Green and Urban Black, the collection is designed for families who value both practicality and style.

Unlike a traditional stroller that may be quickly outgrown, STROLLZ. is built for long-term usability across different stages of childhood. Its generous capacity makes it suitable for families with up to four young children, while its pet-friendly entrance supports families who want to include their pets in daily walks and outings.

“Our goal was to create something that feels genuinely useful but also beautifully considered,” says Arne Bradshaw, Co-Founder of STROLLZ. “As parents living in Dubai, we understand how much families carry, plan and manage every time they leave the house. STROLLZ. was designed to make those moments easier, whether for daily routines, travel, beach days or weekends out together.”

At its core, STROLLZ. is built around quality, durability, multifunctionality, ease of use and thoughtful design. The brand reflects the realities of family life in the UAE, where parents are often moving between school runs, errands, shopping, travel, outdoor plans and community experiences. By offering a versatile stroller wagon that supports children, pets and everyday essentials, STROLLZ. helps families spend less time managing what they carry and more time enjoying shared moments.

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