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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Eagle Hills Diyar introduces a new concept of beachfront residential serviced apartments
Eagle Hills Diyar (EHD), the provider of quality lifestyle communities, announced the latest addition to its Marassi Al Bahrain portfolio – ‘Address Residences, Marassi Vista’ – a unique concept of serviced apartments.
This exclusive development would be the ultimate hassle-free property investment seamlessly managed on behalf of investors, from leasing to furnishing, ensuring the ideal ownership experience.
With a built-up area of approximately 33,000sqm, ‘Address Residences, Marassi Vista’ comprises of 210 units, ranging from studio to 3-bedroom apartments, and designed to meet the expectations of guests for quality residences.
‘Address Residences, Marassi Vista’, guarantees fully equipped, high-quality interiors and furnishing complemented with various amenities; including a barista and café lounge available on the ground floor as well as a state-of-the-art gymnasium. The building also features a children’s play area, in addition to a separate adult and children’s swimming pool and a barbeque area. The beach front project is the most recent addition to the Marassi Al Bahrain community, short walk from Marassi Galleria and directly on a vibrant beach promenade and Marassi Hearts gardens.
Commenting on the project, Chief Executive Officer of Eagle Hills, Ms. Low Ping, stated: “We are extremely pleased to launch our latest development at Marassi Al Bahrain, in partnership with Address Hotels and Resorts. We have designed a new serviced residences project that complements and enhances our Eagle Hills portfolio and is aligned with our aspirations of providing customers with the ultimate comfort, convenience and 5-star living experience.”
Dr. Maher Al Shaer, Managing Director of Eagle Hills Diyar, said: “Address Residences, Marassi Vista adds another layer to Marassi Al Bahrain’s comprehensive project mix, and is a welcome addition to Bahrain’s growing real estate sector, boosting the provision of residential options in the Kingdom and posing as a lucrative investment opportunity. Our new serviced residences are envisioned to offer high end, fully furnished units complete with ample facilities and stunning sea views, all complemented further by access to all the nearby attractions and conveniences that Marassi Al Bahrain has to offer including exceptional waterfront retail and F&B.”
Mr. Eng Gim Hwee, General Manager of Eagle Hills Diyar, also added: “We look forward to adding a new project to the Marassi Al Bahrain skyline. A project with the prestige of Address Residences Marassi Vista will create a new market niche of investor friendly products, a welcomed addition to the exciting and unique residential solutions that are available within the Bahrain Real Estate Market”.
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Eagle Hills and Emaar Entertainment bring Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo to Marassi Galleria in Bahrain
Eagle Hills has announced the formation of a joint venture with Emaar Entertainment to bring Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo to Marassi Galleria, the much-awaited shopping mall located at the heart of the Marassi Al Bahrain Development. The joint venture agreement was signed by Low Ping, CEO of Eagle Hills and Ahmad Al Matrooshi, managing director of Emaar Properties PJSC where each signed the documents at their respective offices.
Upon its completion, Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo will be an ideal edutainment zone within the Marassi Galleria in Bahrain. As the first attraction of its kind, the new addition will span across 26,900sqft. It will also be home to a state-of-the-art aquarium with the capacity to hold 360,000 litres of water and over 200 species of fish.
The aquarium will be comprised of four different ecological zones; the ‘Rainforest, the ‘Ocean Trench’, the ‘Jellyfish’ (Boom Room) and the ‘Reef Zone’, which includes ‘Lab of the Future’. These are in addition to fifty other thrilling exhibits with hundreds of animals which will make the Aquarium comparable to other world class aquariums across the globe.
Strategically located tanks and immersive tunnels within the exhibits will also allow visitors to come face-to-face with varied collections of aquatic life, enabling them to learn more about a wide array of marine species. Visitors can choose to enjoy a diving experience or assist in the feeding presentations that are held daily and on a regular basis at Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. These encounters will allow visitors to better understand how the animals are looked after. Visitors will also be able to access highlights of the research and conservation initiatives undertaken to preserve marine life.
Low Ping, CEO of Eagle Hills said, “The signing of this agreement with Emaar Entertainment comes as part of our efforts to position Marassi Galleria as an integral component of the Marassi Al Bahrain development, as it is intended to set a new benchmark for entertainment and leisure experiences. Partnering with notable entities such as Emaar Entertainment further cements the mall’s reputation as one of the Kingdom’s highly anticipated destinations, and we are confident that Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo will play a key role in both the local and regional tourism sectors.”
Ahmad Al Matrooshi, managing director, Emaar Properties PJSC who said: “After witnessing the success of our Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, it was decided to replicate the experience in the Bahraini market. As the latest addition to Emaar Entertainment’s diverse portfolio of offerings, Marassi Aquarium and Underwater Zoo will provide innovative experiences to suit individuals and groups. This comes in line with our commitment to developing unparalleled attractions across the MENA region, and we expect that it will become a popular destination for tourists across the region”.