AG Café debuts its first exquisite Tim Hortons Coffee House at Dubai Hills Mall
AG Café, the master franchisee of Tim Hortons brand in the Middle East, opened its first ever Coffee House in the UAE and its second in the Middle East at Dubai Hills Mall, which comes as part of the trademark’s expansion strategy in the country where it has around 190 restaurants so far, to achieve its vision to offer innovation services and a unique experience for all coffee lovers in the emirates.
The opening event was attended by Thiago Santelmo, Regional President of EMEA at RBI, executives from AG Café, partners from the private and government sectors, and the media, as the new coffee house introduced the distinctive and innovative experience it offers to Tim Hortons lovers, starting with its design that is inspired by nature, its elegant yet comfy interior, pleasant lightning suitable for everyone, and carefully selected selection of furniture that offers guests the option of enjoying a home-brewed cup of coffee or some delicious foods.
The coffee house offers a number of unique features such as specialised coffee, new machines for brewing a wide variety of coffee beans, in-house coffee grinding and freshly baked donuts, in addition to a new food menu.
The opening of this new Tim Hortons coffee house along with two other locations at the same mall, reinforces AG Café’s mission to provide an unforgettable experience to its guests, and sustains its concept of always offering freshly brewed coffee and bakeries to maintain its tagline “Always Fresh, Always Delicious”.
Through this new coffee house, AG Café aims to offer distinguished and premium coffee, as it allows its guests to fully interact with the brand and create a unique community bonded by the love of specialized high-quality coffee.
Thiago Santelmo, Regional President of EMEA at RBI, Tim Hortons principal, said: “We are thrilled to open our first Coffee House in UAE. We trust that the elevated Coffee House concept will be well received by our guests. Inspired by our Canadian heritage, this concept focuses on creating an atmosphere that makes you feel authentically welcomed and at ease from the moment you walk in. A place to come back to again and again to disconnect, while enjoying a moment of delicious indulgence or just reenergise for the day ahead.”
Hesham Almekkawi, CEO of AG Café, the master franchisee of Tim Hortons brand in the Middle East, stated that: “Dubai’s advanced infrastructure, government facilities, and easy investment policies have encouraged us to believe in the success of our expansion, and we were motivated to open this new coffee house at Dubai Hills Mall. We seek to further expand throughout the whole UAE, and expect this new café to attract guests who are looking for a nice and quiet place to relax or meet others while enjoying the most delicious foods and beverages.”
Almekkawi pointed out that they are delighted to reinforce this successful partnership with Emaar Properties, the development and managing company of Dubai Hills Mall, and added that Dubai Hills Mall is a vibrant centre that greatly contributes to the development of Dubai Hills Estate, providing services to the local community and visitors from around the UAE. We are pleased to be part of this exclusive venture in Dubai, and look forward to welcoming our guests at the new coffee house that offers them a unique and exceptional experience that makes Tim Hortons “everyone’s café of choice”.
The iconic Canadian brand Tim Hortons® is renowned for its unique premium coffee, variety of inspired donuts, high-quality fresh products, and the personal experience it offers to its guests and communities. With over 50 years of experience, Tim Hortons® has managed to capture the hearts and tastes buds of the Canadians and guests from all over the world.
Founded in 1964, Tim Hortons leading chain of Cafés in Canada and across the world offers guests its iconic Original Blend coffee, Double-Double™ coffees, donuts and Timbits® since that year. Tim Hortons has more than 5,100 restaurants in Canada, the United States, and around the world, and was introduced for the first time in the GCC in 2011.
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ELIE SAAB collaborates with RAK Ceramics to launch an exquisite bathroom and surface collection
ELIE SAAB continues expanding into a lifestyle brand that delivers a unique experience of the brand’s universe. The ceramic creations will further enhance a luxury living expression, exclusively presented by RAK Ceramics: where luxury design meets ceramic expertise. This debut range between ELIE SAAB and RAK Ceramics will be revealed at Downtown Design in Dubai.
Both companies founded in the 80s with a history firmly rooted in the region, ELIE SAAB and RAK Ceramics, are leading companies in their respective fields and share a vision of exquisite design, impeccable craftsmanship and uncompromising excellence in luxury living. Beautiful finishes, elegant marble textures, classic and contemporary colour combinations are produced using only the finest raw materials and the latest technology. The ELIE SAAB Bathroom and Surface Collections inspire interior designers and architects to create unique, luxurious, and distinctive living environments, and this first foray into the world of ceramics will be yet another beautiful brand addition to the world of ELIE SAAB.
Five elegant collections are brought to life, encompassing: Glamour, Liquid Metal, Royal, Soft Lux and Travertinum. With its stunning and sophisticated onyx, palissandro and dark marble finishes, the Glamour collection makes a fashion statement touching every corner, where Liquid Metal is more spontaneous in striking gold with concrete finishes, adding a unique and contemporary touch to interiors. With uncompromising attention to detail, the Royal collection adds a commanding elegance to any contemporary living space. Soft Lux adds a genuinely luxurious decadence to the range with its golden and gleaming qualities and elegant marble textures. Finally, the organic textures and timeless golden accents of Travertinum add a natural charm and enduring elegance to any prestigious living space.
Elie Saab Jr, CEO of ELIE SAAB Group: “Collaborating with RAK Ceramics broadens the scope of our product offerings and extends the brand’s DNA by introducing another way of luxury living and translating the heritage of ELIE SAAB’s signature with our distinctive style combining contemporary and timeless. We are working towards offering our clients and brand’s enthusiastic a 360-degree experience of ELIE SAAB lifestyle”
Abdallah Massaad, Group CEO, RAK Ceramics, commented “We are proud to have collaborated with Elie Saab and his team to create a truly remarkable tiles and bathroom collection which raise the bar in terms of ceramic design and manufacturing.” He continued, “RAK Ceramics and ELIE SAAB share a vision of exquisite design, impeccable craftsmanship, and uncompromising ceramics excellence, and we look forward to creating more products in the future.”
The ELIE SAAB Bathroom and Surface Collections are available exclusively through RAK Ceramics.
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2XL’s Ramadan collection is everything exquisite and elegant
Ramadan is the time of joy and blessings as we open our hearts and homes to share some wonderful moments with friends and family. As we continue to observe the holy month, it’s time to add some decorative accents and create a beautiful home ambiance for those memorable Iftar and Suhour nights.
Whether you are looking to put together the perfect table setting, add a touch of warmth to your living room or surprise your loved ones with a unique Eid gift, 2XL Furniture & Home Décor offers an elegant range of contemporary designs with a chic Middle Eastern twist. The latest Ramadan collection includes a wide selection of modern furnishings and traditional accessories that can be mixed together to bring out the perfect holiday spirit while uplifting your interiors with a refreshing style and internationally on-trend look.
For an exquisite Iftar or Suhour soirée, surprise your loved ones with a refined table setting featuring subtle gold and crystal tableware combined with cream undertones and warm candle lights. For a more traditional set-up, add an ornate touch with geometrical patterns, colourful cushions and antique brass lanterns to create a celebratory atmosphere for the whole family to enjoy. Indulge in long post-dinner conversations at a comfortable majlis decorated with plush fabrics and soft velvet throws while sipping Arabic coffee from one of the exclusively designed Arabella cups.
And if you are just looking for a perfect Eid gift or a few finishing touches for your home, the 2XL Ramadan Collection offers a range of beautiful yet functional pieces including candleholders, decorated storage jars, traditional rugs and crystal vases. Each item is carefully selected to reflect the festive spirit and become an essential part of your décor.
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