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Source: Qahwa World – Opinion Article | Author: Firas Nasser, CEO of an organic food brand and café, and Co-CEO of Gulf Japan Food Fund Investment | Date: June 8, 2026 From Farm to Shelf: Local Sourcing Gains Momentum in UAE’s Retail Sector Key Takeaways: The UAE retail sector is undergoing a quiet but profound

Author: Qahwa World Dubai Source: Official announcement Date: May 18, 2026 Executive Summary: Applications for Youth Academy are now open in Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. Malaysia deadline is June 7, 2026, with interviews on June 18 and 19, and winners announced June 30. UK deadline is June 14, 2026, with

Author: Qahwa World – Dubai | Source: Press release | Date: May 11, 2026A major highlight this month is the UAE home grown brands community event Dubai will be hosting, bringing prominent local businesses and residents together. In fact, the UAE home grown brands community event Dubai embraces is designed to foster meaningful connections within

Community installation invites residents to share messages of kindness and positivity in collaboration with Careem Dubai, UAE – Qahwa World FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the home-grown brand behind “The Original Dubai Chocolate,” will host a two-day interactive community installation at Kite Beach on 9–10 May, encouraging residents to share personal messages of kindness, unity, and positivity.

Economic and Logistics Partnerships Drive Record Trade Expansion and Strengthen Global Presence of Colombian Coffee Dubai – Qahwa World The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre DMCC organized a virtual webinar titled “Made for Trade Live: Colombia in Focus”, in partnership with the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Colombia, the Chambers of Commerce of Manizales,

Dubai – Qahwa World UAE-based coffee company Coffee Planet is planning further expansion across the GCC and selected international markets as it marks 20 years of operations in the region. The company, which began in 2005 supplying coffee to petrol station convenience stores in the UAE, has since expanded into retail, hospitality, and corporate channels.

Dubai – Qahwa World A coalition of local and international brands, alongside leading Dubai-based chefs, has launched “Family Meal”, an initiative aimed at supporting workers across the UAE’s hospitality sector. The programme is led by The Art of Hosting (TAOH) in partnership with Equiti Group, Sole, Jack Daniel’s, Essentially, Moloobhoy & Brown, Plus 1 Communications,

Dubai – Qahwa World Following a successful launch during Ramadan, the popular Crookie collaboration between bkry and Brooki Bakehouse is now expanding across multiple locations in the UAE. After debuting at Marsa Boulevard, the Crookie will also be available at Alserkal Avenue and ADEC starting 28 March, continuing throughout April. The Crookie combines a buttery,

Dubai – Qahwa World As questions around regional stability surface, some residents are understandably seeking reassurance about everyday essentials. Organic Foods & Café is urging calm, and the facts support it. The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has confirmed that strategic reserves are sufficient for four to six months, with import activity and supply

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD The Specialty Coffee Association UAE has officially concluded all seven of its National Coffee Championships, marking a significant milestone for the country’s rapidly growing specialty coffee sector. The successful completion of the championship season reflects months of preparation, collaboration, and commitment from partners, sponsors, judges, volunteers, competitors, and the wider coffee

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD The Coffee Art Marathon (CAM2), organised by Art4you Gallery and initiated by Jesno Jackson, returns from February to April 2026 with the “Road to Coffee Creative Challenge” across the UAE. Following the success of its 2024 edition, the initiative has now expanded to all seven Emirates, marking an important milestone in

Dubai – Ali Alzakary In a competition defined by precision, creativity, and relentless discipline, Frederick Adam Rubin emerged at the top of the UAE National Barista Championship 2026, earning the title of Best Barista in the United Arab Emirates during World of Coffee Dubai. Representing Benchmark Coffee, Rubin’s win reflects not only technical mastery but

Dubai – Qahwa World The Speciality Coffee Association UAE has officially announced the list of competitors for the UAE National Brewers Cup Championship 2026, bringing together 12 skilled baristas representing some of the country’s leading coffee roasteries and cafés. The championship will take place from 13 to 15 February 2026 at Karam Coffee, Dubai, and

Dubai – Ali Alzakary When the announcement echoed across the venue and his name was called as UAE Roaster of the Year 2026, Nizam Pasha Lolowang’s first response was not celebration—but gratitude. Rooted in faith, discipline, and an unwavering respect for coffee’s true character, his journey to this national title reflects a deeper philosophy that

Dubai – Qahwa World Dubai will host the 2026 UAE National Brewers Cup Championship from 13 to 15 February 2026 at Karam Coffee in the Al Quoz area, bringing together some of the country’s top competitors in specialty coffee. The Specialty Coffee Association–UAE Chapter, the event organizer, has set participation requirements for residents: competitors must

Dubai – Ali Alzakary The UAE National Latte Art Championship 2026, held during the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai at the Dubai World Trade Centre, brought together some of the country’s most talented baristas in a showcase of creativity, precision, and technical excellence. Among them, Jhomar Morales of Benchmark Coffee claimed first place,

Dubai – Qahwa World Jhomar Morales of Benchmark Coffee has claimed first place in the UAE National Latte Art Championship during the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The championship recognized creativity, precision, and technical excellence in crafting milk-based coffee beverages, a highlight among the four

Dubai – Qahwa World Nizam Pasha Lolowang of Espressi has been crowned Roaster of the Year after winning first place in the UAE National Roasting Championship, held as part of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The title was awarded in recognition of Luwang’s outstanding performance in roast development, flavour

Dubai – Qahwa World Frederick Adam Rubin from Benchmark Coffee has been named the Best Barista in the United Arab Emirates, following a highly competitive national championship held as part of World of Coffee Dubai 2026. The fifth edition of the exhibition concluded yesterday at the Dubai World Trade Centre, attracting more than 20,000 visitors

Dubai, UAE — Qahwa World Sage Appliances®, the global manufacturer of premium kitchen appliances, has announced the launch of the Oracle Dual Boiler, the latest addition to its Oracle espresso machine range. The new model combines dual boiler technology with touchscreen automation, offering users the option to operate the machine in either automatic or manual

Dubai, UAE — Qahwa World The UAE Restaurant Group (UAERG) held its first board meeting of 2026 on January 9, welcoming representatives from the Ministry of Economy & Tourism for a strategic briefing on initiatives supporting the future of the UAE’s food and beverage sector. Discussions focused on strengthening public-private collaboration, supporting economic growth, advancing

Dubai – Qahwa World Peet’s Coffee has opened its first Drive-Thru locations in the UAE, marking a new phase in the brand’s local expansion. The two outlets are now operating in Motor City, offering customers an additional service format focused on convenience and accessibility. The Motor City Drive-Thru operates daily from 5:00 AM to 1:00

Dubai – Qahwa World The Speciality Coffee Association UAE has released the list of 12 finalists for the 2026 UAE National Roasting Championship, which will take place alongside the World of Coffee Dubai exhibition from January 18 to 20, 2026. Topping the list is Nizam Pasha Lolowang from Espressi with 243 points, followed by Carlo

Dubai — Qahwa World Hoof, a UAE-based specialty coffee brand, has introduced a new food menu across its cafés, expanding its offering with a range of savoury and sweet dishes designed to accompany its coffee programme. The menu, now available at selected locations, reflects a farm-to-plate approach and focuses on simple preparations and balanced flavours.

Dubai – Qahwa World Lablibell has been crowned the UAE Lavazza Barista Champion for this year, achieving a well-deserved victory that qualifies her to represent the nation at the Lavazza World Barista Championships in Italy in February 2026. The finals were held on Thursday, December 11th, at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Dubai Marina, where

DUBAI – Qahwa World Premium coffee house chain Caffè Nero has finalized a substantial renovation of its establishment within The Dubai Mall. The store, which was the brand’s first location in the United Arab Emirates when it opened 15 years ago, has been completely refurbished to mark the anniversary and update its presence in the

Dubai – Qahwa World The Specialty Coffee Association – UAE (SCA UAE) has announced the opening of registration for the 2026 UAE National Barista, Latte Art & Roasting Championships, which will be held as part of the World of Coffee Dubai 2026 exhibition at Za’abeel Halls, Dubai World Trade Centre, from January 18 to 20,

Dubai – Ali Alzakary Out of 250 of the UAE’s most skilled baristas, who competed passionately over three days, Neil Golez from Form Roastery in Al Ain emerged victorious, claiming the title of UAE AeroPress Champion 2025. After three consecutive seasons — winning gold, then silver, then gold again — Neil’s story embodies perseverance, precision,

Dubai – Qahwa World Neil Golez from Form Roastery in Al Ain has been crowned the Champion of the UAE AeroPress Championship 2025, following three days of intense competition among 250 of the UAE’s most skilled baristas.Shang Delota from Llama Café claimed second place, while Romario Junior from Modern Coffee by WatchHouse took third. The

A Celebration of the UAE’s “Qahwa Culture” in an Atmosphere of Challenge and Creativity Dubai – Qahwa World The UAE AeroPress Championship 2025 kicks off tomorrow in its ninth edition, bringing together more than 250 competitors from across the Emirates — alongside café owners, coffee experts, and enthusiasts — in a spectacular celebration of coffee

Dubai – Ali Al-Zakary Between the tongues of flame and the warmth of glowing beans, the story of Raha Shahsavar was born — a young woman who redefined roasting as an art that balances science and intuition. Her journey began in Iran with a childlike fascination for aromas, heat, and wonder, but it was in

Dubai – Qahwa World The Specialty Coffee Association of the UAE (SCA UAE) has officially announced the opening of registration for the UAE National Barista, Latte Art, and Roasting Championships 2026, which will take place as part of World of Coffee Dubai, hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from January 18 to 20,

Umm Al-Quwain – Ali Alzakary In the tranquil emirate of Umm Al-Quwain, where calm meets ambition, a young Yemeni entrepreneur turned his daily passion for coffee into a vibrant business story. That’s how Profile Specialty Coffee was born — a café that brings together quality, accessibility, and authenticity in every cup. Abdulla alsakkaf was not a

Abu Dhabi – Qahwa World Peter Akingbade, representing Barista Seed To Cup, has been crowned the Champion of the UAE National Cup Tasters Championship 2025, after an exceptional performance that demonstrated outstanding precision in distinguishing coffee flavors and identifying subtle differences among various cups. Pratama Rakhmatullah from the Specialty Coffee Association of Indonesia claimed second

Abu Dhabi – Qahwa World The 2025 UAE National Cup Tasters Championship continued for the second consecutive day as part of Global Food Week, held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The event brought together 84 experts, including some of the country’s finest baristas, tasters, and coffee professionals representing leading cafés and roasteries

Dubai – Qahwa World The UAE’s most anticipated and inclusive coffee competition is back – and promises to be better than ever.  The 2025 UAE AeroPress Championship returns for its ninth edition, bringing together competitors, café owners, industry professionals, and coffee lovers from across the Emirates in what is now considered one of the most

Dubai – Qahwa World London-based specialty coffee brand WatchHouse is set to make its first franchised overseas foray this October, through a partnership with Dubai’s Big Belly Hospitality. World Coffee Portal The rollout will begin with a pop-up espresso bar at Marsa Boulevard, a waterfront development on Dubai Creek, before transitioning to full-scale cafes. Two

Sharjah – Qahwa World In a groundbreaking achievement, researchers at the University of Sharjah have developed and patented an innovative carbon capture technology that transforms used coffee grounds and plastic waste into a highly efficient material capable of absorbing carbon dioxide (CO₂) from industrial emissions before they reach the atmosphere. The patent, filed in March

Abu Dhabi – Qahwa World The Specialty Coffee Association – UAE Chapter (SCA UAE) has officially announced the 48 competitors who will take part in the 2025 UAE National Cup Tasters Championship, to be held during Global Food Week in Abu Dhabi from 21 to 23 October 2025. This highly anticipated national competition brings together

Dubai – Qahwa World In a first-of-its-kind initiative, and following yesterday’s call for anticipation, the organising committee of the UAE AeroPress Championship 2025 announced the launch of the Golden Ticket Competition, which will grant three participants direct qualification to the finals scheduled for November 6 – 8, 2025, at the DMCC Coffee Centre in Dubai.

Dubai – Qahwa World Tomorrow could be your lucky day! For everyone who didn’t make it onto the competitor list for the UAE AeroPress Championship 2025, which will be held from November 6–8, 2025, don’t lose hope… the organizers have promised a surprise announcement tomorrow that could change everything. No one knows what it will

Abu Dhabi – Qahwa World The Specialty Coffee Association – UAE Chapter has announced the opening of competitor registration for the 2025 UAE National Cup Tasters Championship, which will take place during Global Food Week in Abu Dhabi from 21 to 23 October 2025. This championship is one of the most important coffee competitions in

Dubai – Qahwa World The organizing committee of the UAE AeroPress Championship 2025 has announced that registration will open tomorrow, Monday, for the regional rounds across the Emirates. Registration for Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm Al Quwain will take place on September 22, 2025, from 9am to 5pm. Competitors from Dubai, Ajman,

Dubai, September 10, 2025 (Qahwa World) – The organizers of the UAE AeroPress Championship 2025 have announced the official registration dates for the regional competitions, ahead of the highly anticipated event taking place over three days, from November 6 to 8, at the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) Coffee Centre. The championship is one of

Dubai, September 5, 2025 (Qahwa World) – The organizers of the UAE AeroPress Championship 2025 have announced that the competition will take place over three days, from November 6 to 8, hosted by the Coffee Centre of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), bringing together coffee lovers and professionals from across the Emirates. In the

Dubai – Ali Alzakary In the thriving landscape of specialty coffee in the UAE, the name Saeed Rashid Al Baloushi stands out as a young entrepreneur who turned his passion for coffee into an inspiring success story. From founding El Matador Coffee Roasters to launching Lama Café, his path was anything but easy. Licensing hurdles,

Dubai, August 19, 2025 (Qahwa World) – Al Menhaz, a leading company in the specialty coffee sector, has announced that it has obtained the exclusive distribution rights for xBloom products in the United Arab Emirates. The xBloom device is recognized as one of the most significant innovations in filter coffee preparation, combining advanced technology, precision

A historic deal puts Dubai at the heart of the global coffee map, reshaping the specialty coffee market from Panama to the Middle East. In an unprecedented deal, Julith Coffee in Dubai purchased 20 kilograms of premium Geisha coffee from Hacienda La Esmeralda in Panama for a record $604,080. The sale captured global attention and

Dubai, August 10, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – The Specialty Coffee Association – UAE Chapter, in collaboration with Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, has announced in a joint Instagram post the opening of registration for the 2025 UAE National Cezve/Ibrik Championship, scheduled to take place from September 30 to October 2, 2025

On Monday, June 23, 2025, Dubai hosted the UAE Coffee Innovation Summit, held at the Simonelli and Victoria Arduino Experience Lab. The event brought together a wide range of industry stakeholders—including café owners, roasters, baristas, coffee professionals, and other key players in the UAE coffee ecosystem—for a first-of-its-kind, open-format gathering designed to discuss innovation, development,