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GCC's Leading Chicken Brand
Factory awarded Best Food
Establishment in 2017
OneFoods factory, the processor of the region's
leading chicken brand “Sadia”, has recently
been awarded the “Best Food Establishment
Award 2017” for the second time, by the Food
Control Division of the Abu Dhabi Food Control
Authority (ADFCA). The award ceremony took
place at the 8th edition of the SIAL Exhibition at
the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center in
December 2017.
The award was received as a part of the
Weqaya Food Specification Awards in which
The Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority
(ADFCA), the Department of Health and the
Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council
recognized institutions, companies and outlets
that contribute to a healthier society.
The factory was selected as one of the Best
Food Establishments in 2017 based on the
inspections conducted by the Abu Dhabi Food
Control Authority (ADFCA) which took place
throughout the year. The factory was evaluated
on the level of quality and safety of the food
processing systems and overall performance.
Commenting on the award, Giovani Pelliza,
General Manager of the factory, said: “We are
proud to receive this prestigious award for the
second time. It is a true testament to our
commitment to high standards of quality in food
safety and production which we keep at the
forefront of our efforts and prioritize at all times.
We appreciate ADFCA in their efforts of
benchmarking and maintaining a high standard
of food quality across the United Arab Emirates.”
The Waterfront Market: Dubai's
New Destination for Fresh
Quality Food
Dubai is a city that takes center stage in the
global food movement as people search for a
truly gastronomic experience made from fresh
and excellent quality food. The Waterfront
Market is at the forefront of this trend, rapidly
gaining popularity among residents and
citizens shopping for fresh food.
The Waterfront Market, a 120,000 square
meter facility, opened its doors to the public in
June 2017. This purpose-built facility is designed
to ensure quality and freshness, value for money
and convenience for retailers and consumers
alike. Located at the intersection of Al Khaleej
Road and Abu Hail Street on the Deira Corniche
FOOD BUSINESS GULF & MIDDLE EAST
overlooking the Deira Islands, the Waterfront
Market has dedicated sections including fish and
seafood, fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry,
and dry goods including spices, nuts, and honey
all under one roof.
The Waterfront Market brings a new concept
in fresh food retailing and innovates on the
traditional concept of a public market. The
complex provides the comforts, convenience and
cleanliness that customers have come to expect
including ample below-ground parking, fully air-
conditioned facilities, world-class hygiene
standards and maintenance, supplementary retail
and service outlets as well as best-in-class supply
chain, delivering a variety of products at
advantageous consumer prices.
Mohamed Khamis Maktoom Al-Shehhi, Mall
Director of Waterfront Market said, “When we
look at fresh food, quality is critical. There is no
question as to the importance of freshness. It
provides nutrition and goodness to the body -
from taste to health benefits, not to mention the
benefit of reducing the carbon footprint
associated with packaging and food processing.”
Sthan, bringing you authentic
Frontier food from beyond
borders, is now open in Dubai
Sthan, bringing you authentic Frontier food
from beyond borders, is now open in Dubai.
An ode to the culturally rich cuisine of India,
Pakistan and Afghanistan, Sthan offers a
delectable palette of food with the flavors,
traditional heritage and exuberant spreads from
these three countries.
The word Sthan, which means place, is the
common element between HinduSthan,
PakiSthan and AfghaniSthan. The flagship
restaurant is known for its rustic open interiors,
serving plates of delicious street food. Crafted
with passion, the detailed Menu which refers to
specific dishes from Kabul, Peshawar, Karachi,
Bombay, Delhi etc. are suited for café style
eating - easy, flexible, welcoming. One would
find in the menu, an appetizing mix of dishes
that is sure to remind them of food served in the
dining areas at home.
To compliment the menu, the ambience
offers a sense of belonging and warmth just
as one would experience in the nostalgic
lanes of their city. The artwork and map on
the walls, looks at the great cities and evokes
a sense of nostalgia for the erstwhile Frontier
Province. It also showcases how the food
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