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Gulf Today
05-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
‘Recipe for Change' to support Lebanese families‘
As part of its Ramadan initiative to support and empower affected Lebanese families through a partnership with Dubai Cares, food brand Puck has launched 'Recipe for Change' in UAE and Saudi Arabia. Through this Ramadan initiative, the aim is to empower Lebanese women while celebrating Lebanon's rich culinary heritage and partnering with renowned food critic Anthony Rahayel. The initiative introduces six traditional home-cooked dishes, crafted by Lebanese women, to leading Lebanese restaurants across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. As part of this initiative, 50% of the proceeds from each dish sold in the UAE will be donated to support affected Lebanese families, reinforcing Puck's commitment to being a true ally to mothers in the region by supporting women's well-being and driving meaningful change in society. Mahitab Hamed, Marketing Vice President at Arla Foods, said, 'As a brand with purpose at its core, Puck is committed to uplifting communities and championing women. Recipe for Change is a testament to this mission, honouring the culinary traditions of remarkable Lebanese mothers supporting affected Lebanese families.' In the wake of the conflict in Lebanon at the end of 2024, many families — particularly women and children —have faced immense hardship, with displacement and loss of homes disrupting their lives. Through 'Recipe for Change,' Puck is offering these women a platform to share their culinary creations while also supporting affected Lebanese families. For the second year in a row, Puck partnered with Rahayel to find and select six women to participate in this life-changing initiative. She further said, 'Till March 31, 2025, Lebanese diaspora and lovers of Lebanese cuisine now have an opportunity to make a tangible difference— simply by dining in or ordering online for Iftar, Suhoor or any meal of the day at Abdul Wahab, Al Safadi, Kaak Al Manara, Manarit Beirut, Habib Beirut, Mosaic and Karam Beirut branches across the UAE.' The six authentic dishes featured in the campaign include Zenkol, Mouhalibiya, Macaroni bi Crème, Spinach and Cheese Fatayer, Kebbet Batata with Cheese, and Cheese Maamoul. These recipes have been lovingly shared by the talented women behind them: Ibtihaj, Fidaa, Viviane, Nada, Amani, and Feryal. Through this initiative, their voices and culinary legacies are given the opportunity to be celebrated and shared with the world. The collaboration with Anthony Rahayel, whose passion for Lebanese food and culture, helped connect these women to renowned restaurants across the UAE, will also see Awani Restaurant in KSA adding these special dishes to their menu, ensuring the stories reach a wider audience beyond the UAE. As Ramadan approaches, Puck invites everyone to join in the 'Recipe for Change' initiative. Every dish ordered is more than just a meal — it's a chance to sustain a family and make a lasting impact on the rebuilding of Lebanon.
Khaleej Times
05-03-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Puck is turning the act of eating into an act of giving this Ramadan with ‘Recipe for Change' initiative
Puck has announced the launch of 'Recipe for Change', a Ramadan initiative aimed at empowering Lebanese women while celebrating Lebanon's rich culinary heritage. In collaboration with Dubai Cares and renowned food critic Anthony Rahayel, the initiative introduces six traditional home-cooked dishes, crafted by Lebanese women, to leading Lebanese restaurants across the UAE and KSA. As part of this initiative, 50 per cent of the proceeds from each dish sold in the UAE will be donated to support affected Lebanese families, reinforcing Puck's commitment to being a true ally to mothers in the region by supporting women's well-being and driving meaningful change in society. In the wake of the conflict in Lebanon at the end of 2024, many families—particularly women and children — have faced immense hardship, with displacement and loss of homes disrupting their lives. Through 'Recipe for Change', Puck is offering these women a platform to share their culinary creations while also supporting affected Lebanese families. For the second year in a row, Puck partnered with Rahayel to find and select six women to participate in this life-changing initiative. From March 1 until March 31, 2025, Lebanese diaspora and lovers of Lebanese cuisine now have an opportunity to make a tangible difference—simply by dining in or ordering online for Iftar, Suhoor or any meal of the day at Abdul Wahab, Al Safadi, Kaak Al Manara, Manarit Beirut, Habib Beirut, Mosaic and Karam Beirut branches across the UAE. Mahitab Hamed, marketing vice president at Arla Foods, said: "As a brand with purpose at its core, Puck is committed to uplifting communities and championing women. Recipe for Change is a testament to this mission, honouring the culinary traditions of remarkable Lebanese mothers supporting affected Lebanese families." The six authentic dishes featured in the campaign include Zenkol, Mouhalibiya, Macaroni bi Crème, Spinach and Cheese Fatayer, Kebbet Batata with Cheese, and Cheese Maamoul. These recipes have been lovingly shared by the talented women behind them: Ibtihaj, Fidaa, Viviane, Nada, Amani, and Feryal. Through this initiative, their voices and culinary legacies are given the opportunity to be celebrated and shared with the world. The collaboration with Anthony Rahayel, whose passion for Lebanese food and culture, helped connect these women to renowned restaurants across the UAE, will also see Awani Restaurant in KSA adding these special dishes to their menu, ensuring the stories reach a wider audience beyond the UAE. As Ramadan approaches, Puck invites everyone to join in the 'Recipe for Change' initiative. Every dish ordered is more than just a meal — it's a chance to sustain a family and make a lasting impact on the rebuilding of Lebanon.
The National
05-03-2025
- General
- The National
‘Recipe for Change': Puck is turning the act of eating into an act of giving this Ramadan
Dairy foods brand Puck has announced the launch of 'Recipe for Change' - a Ramadan initiative to empower Lebanese women while celebrating the country's rich culinary heritage. In collaboration with Dubai Cares and renowned food critic Anthony Rahayel, the initiative introduces six traditional home-cooked dishes, crafted by Lebanese women, to leading Lebanese restaurants across the UAE and KSA. As part of this initiative, 50 per cent of the proceeds from each dish sold in the UAE will be donated to support affected Lebanese families, reinforcing Puck's commitment to being a true ally to mothers in the region by supporting women's well-being and driving meaningful change in society. In the wake of the conflict in Lebanon at the end of 2024, many families, particularly women and children, faced immense hardship, with displacement and loss of homes disrupting their lives. Through 'Recipe for Change', Puck is offering women a platform to share their culinary creations while also supporting affected Lebanese families. For the second year in a row, Puck partnered with Rahayel to find and select six women to participate in this life-changing initiative. From March 1 until March 31, Lebanese diaspora and lovers of Lebanese cuisine now have an opportunity to make a tangible difference - simply by dining in or ordering online for iftar, suhoor or any meal of the day at Abdul Wahab, Al Safadi, Kaak Al Manara, Manarit Beirut, Habib Beirut, Mosaic and Karam Beirut branches across the UAE. Mahitab Hamed, marketing vice president at Arla Foods, said: 'As a brand with purpose at its core, Puck is committed to uplifting communities and championing women. Recipe for Change is a testament to this mission, honouring the culinary traditions of remarkable Lebanese mothers supporting affected Lebanese families.' The six authentic dishes featured in the campaign include zenkol, mouhalibiya, macaroni bi creme, spinach and cheese fatayer, kebbet batata with cheese, and cheese maamoul. These recipes have been lovingly shared by the talented women behind them: Ibtihaj, Fidaa, Viviane, Nada, Amani, and Feryal. Through this initiative, their voices and culinary legacies are given the opportunity to be celebrated and shared with the world. The collaboration with Anthony Rahayel, whose passion for Lebanese food and culture, helped connect these women to renowned restaurants across the UAE, will also see Awani Restaurant in KSA adding these special dishes to their menu, ensuring the stories reach a wider audience beyond the UAE. As Ramadan approaches, Puck invites everyone to join in the 'Recipe for Change' initiative. Every dish ordered is more than just a meal - it's a chance to sustain a family and make a lasting impact on the rebuilding of Lebanon.
Campaign ME
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Campaign ME
Puck brings mothers' recipes to restaurants to aid Lebanese families during Ramadan
In the midst of a prolonged conflict that has caused countless families to flee their homes in Lebanon, Puck has launched its Recipe for Change campaign to empower and support Lebanese mothers and families by offering a sustainable source of financial support while celebrating Lebanon's rich culinary heritage during Ramadan. Puck, under Arla Foods, has collaborated with Dubai Cares, renowned food critic Anthony Rahayel, creative agency FP7 McCann, production companies Craft and Tres Content, MCN's Current Global for PR and No Garlic No Onion (NGNO) to bring this Recipe for Change campaign to life. Recipe for Change is not just a Ramadan campaign. It aims to create an innovative economic model that transforms treasured mum-created, family recipes into market-ready products, which global and local chefs can proudly feature on their menus, while offering proceeds from the sale of those products for a just cause. How the Puck Recipe for Change campaign works The initiative has taken six recipes of traditional home-cooked dishes, crafted by Lebanese mothers, to the menus of leading Lebanese restaurants across the UAE and KSA, including Abdelwahab, Safadi, Habib Beirut, Kaak Al Manara, Mosaic, Karam Beirut, and Manaret Beirut in the Middle East, to feature these heartfelt dishes worldwide and connecting Lebanese expats and diners directly to the legacy of these mothers. As part of this initiative, 50 per cent of the proceeds from each dish sold in the UAE will be donated to support affected Lebanese families. Featured recipes include: Amani's Special Spinach Fatayer; Feryal's Special Kibbet Batata, Nada's Special Macaroni B Crème; Vivianne's Special Mahalabia, Ibtihaj's Special Zenkoul, and Fidaa's Special Cheese Ma'amoul … each a cherished family tradition that tells a story of resilience and hope. By enjoying these meals, diners join a movement to rebuild lives, one recipe at a time. Ghida Amhaz, Senior Brand Manager and Campaign Lead at Puck, 'Lebanese cuisine is more than just food; it's about honouring our roots while embracing modernity, staying true to our values, roots, culture, and the stories passed down through generations.' Amhaz adds, 'At Puck, our purpose goes beyond products, it's about creating meaningful impact in the communities we serve. 'Recipe for Change' is our commitment to celebrating heritage while empowering families with economic opportunities for a better future. This programme isn't just about support; it's about embracing our roots, celebrating resilience, ensuring the love for Lebanese cuisine continues to thrive for generations to come.' The collaboration with Anthony Rahayel, whose passion for Lebanese food and culture, helped connect these women to renowned restaurants across the UAE, will also see Awani Restaurant in KSA adding these special dishes to their menu, ensuring the stories reach a wider audience beyond the UAE. Stories of the mothers behind the recipes, and proceeds for a cause Each dish is served on an AI-illustrated plate inspired by the personal journeys of the mothers behind the recipes. QR codes on the plates unlock their stories, emphasising how every meal is an opportunity to rebuild what has been lost. In collaboration with Dubai Cares, a UAE-based global philanthropic organisation recognised by the United Nations, all campaign proceeds will directly support affected Lebanese families, helping them provide for them and help rebuild their lives. Federico Fanti, Regional Chief Creative Officer at FP7McCann Dubai, said, 'Recipe for Change proves that simple ideas can spark profound impact. By bringing Lebanese mothers' humble recipes to global tables, this campaign turns food into a universal language of connection, resilience, and hope.' Fanti added, 'A household tradition is transformed into a business model that empowers communities, shares powerful stories, and inspires meaningful change.' From 1 March until 31 March 2025, Lebanese diaspora and lovers of Lebanese cuisine now have an opportunity to make a tangible difference — simply by dining in or ordering online for iftar, suhoor or any meal of the day at Abdul Wahab, Al Safadi, Kaak Al Manara, Manarit Beirut, Habib Beirut, Mosaic and Karam Beirut branches across the UAE. Mahitab Hamed, Marketing Vice President at Arla Foods, said, 'As a brand with purpose at its core, Puck is committed to uplifting communities and championing women. Recipe for Change is a testament to this mission, honouring the culinary traditions of remarkable Lebanese mothers supporting affected Lebanese families.' As Ramadan approaches, Puck invites everyone to join in the 'Recipe for Change' initiative. Every dish ordered is more than just a meal — it's a chance to sustain a family and make a lasting impact on the rebuilding of Lebanon. CREDITS Client: Arla Foods Marketing Vice President – Mahitab Hamed Senior Brand Manager – Ghida Amhaz Head of MENA Communication – Sarah Issam Kanaan Head of Legal – Nadim Nakhle Head of Barn & Digital Media – Ghida Batal Digital Planning Lead – Lea Kerdy Digital Acquisition Manager – Mohamed Mordi Website Lead – Farah Shrouf Digital Search Lead – Talal Alrifai Junior Digital Acquisition Specialist – Obada Alkassab Digital Media Specialist – Sarah Farhat Digital Media Buyer – Carrol Dsouza Creative Lead Agency: FP7 McCann Managing Director – Tarek Ali Ahmad Chief Creative Officer – Federico Fanti Executive Creative Director – Nayaab Rais Senior Creative Director – Paulo Tavora Engler Pinto Creative Director – Ivan Bormaister, Jonathan Cruz Associate Creative Directors – Rob Hall, Manar Abdulla, Liam Galt Senior Art Director – Francesco Negri Art Director – Roy Sebastian Junior Art Director – Lea Saliba Senior Arabic Copywriter – Shaza Yousef Senior Integrated Designer – Murilo de Paula Finalizers – Abdul Wahid, Rahim Parambayil Senior Retoucher – Amit Borawake Head of Business Leadership – Sana Omran Business Director – Maria Bjorkman Account Director – Dalia Hosny Account Manager – Farah Safi Account Executive – Esther Sequeira PR Manager – Roksar Kamal Head of Strategy – Nick Salter Strategy Director – Nadia Miranda Creative Operations Director – Cynthia Sarkis Senior Creative Operations Coordinator – Christina Abouzeid Head of Digital – Ibrahim Hasan Social Media Manager – Maria Corban Production Company: Craft Executive Producer – Amin Soltani Producer – Christel Abdel Sater Videographer – Marcos Cardoso Production Company: Tres Content Executive Producer – Noor Dagher Producer – Adriana Diab Line Producer – Rytta Mezher Production Manager – Elissia Chamat Director – Elie Fahed Director of Photography (DOP) – Mark Khalife Gaffer – Mizyed Azrai Sound Recordist – Rawad Hobeika Equipment – Platform Studios Post House – Whiplash Art Director – Maria Nakouzi Wardrobe Stylist – Tamara Haddad Initiative Partner: NGNO (No Garlic No Onion) Anthony Rahayel Kareem Kawtharani Roy Antoun Shady Kanaan PR: Current Global Managing Director: Peter Jacob Account Director: Jude Lahham Account Executive – Umar Gulamnabi PR Company: MCN PR Manager – Roksar Kamal
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Puck is turning the act of eating into an act of giving this Ramadan with 'Recipe for Change' initiative
Bringing six authentic, home-cooked dishes from Lebanese moms to top Lebanese restaurants in the UAE and KSA 50% of the sales from each order in the UAE will be donated to support affected Lebanese families through a partnership with Dubai Cares DUBAI, UAE, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Puck announced today the launch of 'Recipe for Change', a Ramadan initiative aimed at empowering Lebanese women while celebrating Lebanon's rich culinary heritage. In collaboration with Dubai Cares and renowned food critic Anthony Rahayel, the initiative introduces six traditional home-cooked dishes, crafted by Lebanese women, to leading Lebanese restaurants across the UAE and KSA. As part of this initiative, 50% of the proceeds from each dish sold in the UAE will be donated to support affected Lebanese families, reinforcing Puck's commitment to being a true ally to mothers in the region by supporting women's well-being and driving meaningful change in society. In the wake of the conflict in Lebanon at the end of 2024, many families—particularly women and children—have faced immense hardship, with displacement and loss of homes disrupting their lives. Through 'Recipe for Change', Puck is offering these women a platform to share their culinary creations while also supporting affected Lebanese families. For the second year in a row, Puck partnered with Rahayel to find and select six women to participate in this life-changing initiative. From March 1 until March 31, 2025, Lebanese diaspora and lovers of Lebanese cuisine now have an opportunity to make a tangible difference—simply by dining in or ordering online for Iftar, Suhoor or any meal of the day at Abdul Wahab, Al Safadi, Kaak Al Manara, Manarit Beirut, Habib Beirut, Mosaic and Karam Beirut branches across the UAE. Mahitab Hamed, Marketing Vice President at Arla Foods, said: "As a brand with purpose at its core, Puck is committed to uplifting communities and championing women. Recipe for Change is a testament to this mission, honouring the culinary traditions of remarkable Lebanese mothers supporting affected Lebanese families." The six authentic dishes featured in the campaign include Zenkol, Mouhalibiya, Macaroni bi Crème, Spinach and Cheese Fatayer, Kebbet Batata with Cheese, and Cheese Maamoul. These recipes have been lovingly shared by the talented women behind them: Ibtihaj, Fidaa, Viviane, Nada, Amani, and Feryal. Through this initiative, their voices and culinary legacies are given the opportunity to be celebrated and shared with the world. The collaboration with Anthony Rahayel, whose passion for Lebanese food and culture, helped connect these women to renowned restaurants across the UAE, will also see Awani Restaurant in KSA adding these special dishes to their menu, ensuring the stories reach a wider audience beyond the UAE. As Ramadan approaches, Puck invites everyone to join in the 'Recipe for Change' initiative. Every dish ordered is more than just a meal—it's a chance to sustain a family and make a lasting impact on the rebuilding of Lebanon. About Puck Puck® is a brand that offers a wide range of dairy products across the Middle East. A perennial favourite in the region for its cream cheese, Puck has established itself as a passionate supporter of mums—the everyday chefs who work wonders in the kitchen to serve delicious meals 3 times a day, 365 days a year. In addition to its trusted and natural product range, which also includes mozzarella, labneh, and several creams, Puck celebrates mums through various initiatives, giving them a public platform to highlight their unique talents. For more information about Puck, visit For more information about 'Recipe for Change' initiative, visit About Arla Arla Foods is a dairy cooperative, annually collecting ~14 bn kg of milk from our farmer owners making Arla the world's 6th largest dairy company. Our global brands include Arla®, Lurpak® and Puck®. It is our vision to create the future of dairy, to bring healthy and sustainable dairy products to people across the world and to lead the transition towards sustainable dairy farming and production. Link to company website: Photo: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Puck
