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6 days ago
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- What's On
9 farm-to-table restaurants in Dubai for nourishing meals
Once upon a time it was fashionable to add the words 'farm to table' to a restaurant description. Just a way to attract more of an audience and to appear different, but now it's evolved and grown into a culinary movement, led by environment and community conscious chefs and restauranteurs who are bringing local farms and farmers into the spotlight. Think fresh, seasonal produce – organic vegetables, free-range and ethically-raised meats, and non-processed dairy. These restaurants in Dubai offer just that. Teible Teible at Jameel Arts Centre is the seasonal, farm-to-table restaurant you need to try this summer. The spot sources 95% of its ingredients from within the UAE – 60% of its fruit and vegetables are supplied by Sharjah's The Greenheart Farm; meat products, such as beef, lamb and camel are sourced from Home Meat Farm; ingredients such as lemon verbena herbs and mushrooms are collected from My Farm Dubai. Guests visiting will see Teible's eco-friendly ceiling made from superfine wood wool sourced from an FSC-certified forest, countertops made with a date seed-based material, and walls built using discarded palm trees from Abu Dhabi. Location: Jameel Arts Centre, Jaddaf Waterfront Times: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, 10am to 5pm, 6pm to 9pm, Friday and Saturday, 10am to 5pm, 6pm to 10pm, Monday and Tuesday, 10am to 5pm Contact: (0) 4 243 6683 @teible_ Gerbou Atelier House Hospitality teamed up with with Tashkeel for this farm-to-table restaurant that embodies contemporary Arab culture. Gerbou is a sustainable, homegrown restaurant that celebrates Emirati cuisine, housed in a renovated building from 1987. The spot itself has been decked out with art done by Tahskeel. Mirroring the look and feel, the menu promises to be a flight through Arab and Emirati flavours, with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients taking centre stage. Emirati chef Sahar Al Awadhi has consulted on the culinary offering, which will be led by chef Ionel Catau. Location: Gerbou, Nad Al Sheba Times: Monday to Friday, 7am to 11pm, Saturday and Sunday, 8am to 11pm Contact: (0) 4 222 6888 @gerbou Lila Molino + Taqueria Chef Shaw Lash's brands of homegrown, authentic, flavour-packed Mexican dining are all farm-to-table concepts. Other than the heirloom corn from Mexico, Lila uses locally-sourced ingredients from the likes of Deira Waterfront Market, Dibba Bay and Al Rahba Organic Farm in Abu Dhabi. If you think Mexican food is all mushy avocados and greasy tacos, these spots will prove you wrong. Quality ingredients and authentic flavours are well-presented in a different but warm atmospheres, sure to keep the stomach full but the heart even fuller. Lila is all about good food, and good food only. Lila Molino in Alserkal Avenue also has a concept store you can shop from. Location: Alserkal Avenue, Jumeirah Contact: @lilamolino , @lilataqueria Boca Boca is somewhat of a legend in the Dubai dining scene. 10 years into operation, this restaurant has been pioneering industry-leading sustainability initiatives, that look to further the use of local produce not only in their own restaurant in DIFC, but across the city. When Boca started out in 2014, they looked to include a dish or two that featured seafood from the local fish market. But over the last ten years, the sustainability programme has expanded to a 30-page, 5-pillar sustainability manifesto covering everything from local sourcing to their energy consumption, which has resulted in Boca being recognised with a Green Michelin Star in the Dubai Michelin Guide. Location: Boca, DIFC Times: Sunday to Wednesday, 12pm to 12.30am, Thursday to Saturday, 12.30pm to 1.30am Contact: (0) 4 323 1833 @bocadubai The Growhouse by One Life One Life has always had a made-from-scratch, sustainable philosophy, but now with an indoor farm where they're growing their own ingredients, they're executing it in the most absolute manner – real zero-mile, farm-to-table stuff at The Growhouse, brand new outpost number 3. Housed within industrial chic walls, the cafe and co-working space features a regenerative biodiversity farm and a massive kitchen, three times larger than the sister branches, and is also now the catering HQ of the brand. UAE-based sustainable solutions provider LetitGRO is offering horticulture expertise. Location: The Growhouse by One Life, Alserkal Avenue Times: Daily, 8am to 10.30pm Contact: ( 0) 4 257 3984 @thegrowhousedxb Lowe Dubai's only recipient of a Michelin Green Star for sustainable gastronomy, Lowe has a firm focus on reducing waste, sourcing local and giving back to its community – not only with farm-to-table dining, but also other aspects of sustainability. This eatery first pushed this ethos with its popular Waste Not dinners made entirely of food scraps and has since adapted to the rest of their operations. Think nose-to-tail dining, using leftover peels in recipes and fermentation, and avoiding single-use plastic. Lowe even has its own vegetable garden in their backyard to grow some of their own produce. Location: Lowe, Kao Canvas, Wadi Al Safa 3 Times: Friday to Sunday, 8pm to 4pm, 6pm to 11pm, Monday and Tuesday, closed, Wednesday and Thursday, 6pm to 11pm Contact: ( 0) 4 320 1890 @lowedxb Dibba Bay Oysters What's On Award-winning sustainable restaurant, Dibba Bay Oysters has built an Emirati mariculture business that's almost single-handedly put the UAE on the food producing map. Identifiable by their white and gold-flecked shell and meaty texture, The Friends of the Sea-certified aquaculture farm produces the first and only gourmet oysters from the Middle East. Now you can enjoy them at two standalone Dibba Bay Oysters restaurants. The original can be found at Jumeirah Fishing Harbour 2, while its latest opening promises licensed dining down on the beach at Sheraton JBR. Location: Jumeirah Fishing Harbour 2, Sheraton JBR Contact: @dibbabay_restaurants. Cheesefarm Opening soon on the Nakheel Mall rooftop, this is the UAE's first in-house creamery restaurant. Created by the Novikov Group, Cheesefarm is more than just a restaurant. It is a fully operational creamery and open kitchen, where handmade cheese is prepared daily on-site using organic milk from local UAE farms such as Meliha Dairy in Sharjah. It marks the first restaurant in the UAE to produce fresh cheese in-house, bringing an authentic farm-to-fork dining experience to the city. Here, the food is all about Italian flavours and flair – hearty dishes paired with fresh, made-on-site dairy. Location: Nakheel Mall Times: Sunday to Thursday, 12pm to 12am, Friday to Saturday, 12pm to 1am Contact: ( 0) 52 123 8777 @cheesefarm_uae Farmers Commons Farmers Commons in The First Collection in Jumeirah Village Triangle is a community-inspired, farm-to-table restaurant offering all-day dining in a relaxed, contemporary setting. Born from a simple idea in Texas and now rooted in the heart of Dubai, this is a restaurant that celebrates local farming and sustainable dining in Dubai. The spot has partnered with passionate farmers to honour the rhythms of nature, support local growers, and deliver authentic farm-to-table experiences. Location: The First Collection, Jumeirah Village Triangle Times: Daily, 6.30am to 12am Contact: ( 0) 4 545 2037 @farmerscommonsdubai Images: Socials
Daily Record
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Steven Gerrard's daughter Lilly announces baby's name with sweet meaning
Ex Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has become a grandad after her oldest daughter Lilly, 21, welcomed her first child with partner Lee Byrne. Steven Gerrard's daughter Lilly has announced the name of her baby girl after the 21-year-old announced the birth of her first child yesterday. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Lily shared a sweet picture of her holding the newborn's hand in hers as she captioned it: "So lucky to be your mum. My beautiful baby girl. Lila Grey. Perfection", alongside a series of love heart emojis. Lily and partner Lee Byre, who is the son of imprisoned Irish gangster Liam Byrne, brought their little girl home yesterday for the first time. It seems they were well prepared for her arrival as the ex Rangers star's daughter shared gorgeous snaps of their decorated dining table which was adorned with pink and white balloons with little bows, flowers and candles, a teddy bear and a 'Welcome to the World' sign. Lily and Lee, who have been together since 2022, announced they were expecting their first child earlier this year in a sweet Instagram post which was uploaded in January. At the time, Steven Gerrard publicly commented on the photo which showed a pregnancy journal, two scan pictures, a little pair of boots and two positive pregnancy tests. He wrote: "We cant wait. Great news and congratulations we love you." Lily has been very active on social media since little Lila arrived, sharing a series of snaps and updates with her 224k Instagram followers. Among the pictures was a black and white snap of Lee walking out of the hospital with the baby carrier in his hand as she captioned it: "@leebyrne8 2 becomes 3." While Lily has been happy to share the birth, she has already made a conscious effort to protect her daughter's identity. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The name Lila appears to be a shortened version of the tot's mum's name, Lilly-Ella but also the letter L is significant as Lilly's siblings all begin with the same, Lexie, Lourdes and Lio. In further snaps uploaded to her Stories, family members can be seen cradling baby Lila but her face has been covered with a white heart emoji. After announcing Lila's arrival yesterday, the young couple have received an influx of supportive messages from fans and loved ones on the post. Among them was little sister Lexie Gerrard, 19, Steven's youngest daughter, who wrote: "She's perfection. Proud of you Li." One fan wrote: "Congratulations, another little Liverpool fan." Someone else commented: "Absolutely beautiful name". A third replied: "Lovely pictures Lilly Gerrard." Another chimed in: "Congratulations Lilly, hope you're all doing well xx" The post has already accumulated almost 10k likes and hundreds of comments. A month before they welcomed their little bundle of joy, Lilly gave fans a sneak preview into her preparations on her Instagram including a shopping trolley which was packed with all the essentials such as nappies, baby wipes, and creams, as she wrote "nesting mode". The couple have also bought 'mama' and 'papa' mugs and have even purchased a pregnancy journal to document all the milestones. Lilly's relationship with Lee Byrne, whose father is the notorious Irish criminal Liam Byrne, has been public since October 2022 and initially sparked controversy.
Forbes
15-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
What To Do When Someone Is Hired Above You
Shot of a young businesswoman looking stressed out in an office Lila, a senior marketing strategist at an e-commerce brand, had been the driving force behind the company's growth. As the go-to person for everything from campaign launches to brand messaging, her partnership with the CEO was built on mutual trust and admiration. Together, they'd been mapping out big plans: launching a loyalty program, rebranding a product line, and diving into new advertising channels. Lila felt energized by her role in shaping the company's future. But during their next meeting, the agenda took a sharp turn when the CEO announced a restructuring of the leadership team. They'd be hiring a chief marketing officer to take the reins of the department. 'Your work has been incredible,' the CEO said to Lila, 'but we need someone with global leadership experience for this next chapter. This isn't about your skills – it's about where the company is headed.' Lila nodded, but her mind was already racing. What does this mean for me? Will my responsibilities shrink? Will I still have the CEO's ear? It felt like the ground beneath her was shifting, and she wasn't sure where she'd land. Lila was experiencing layering, when additional management is introduced between you and your current reporting line. In practice, it means someone is hired or promoted into a role above you, becoming your new direct supervisor. Your reporting structure changes, and you now report to them instead of your previous manager. In fast-growing companies, layering isn't just inevitable; it's strategic. As operations become more complex, organizations need to bring in experienced leaders to navigate uncharted territory. But let's be honest: knowing it's a business decision doesn't make it any easier to process when it's happening to you. The emotions can be overwhelming – frustration, confusion, even resentment. If you've found yourself in this situation, you're not alone. Here's how to make sense of what you're feeling and, more importantly, how to navigate this shift with confidence and clarity. Reframe Your Thinking Despite how unsettling it may feel, layering doesn't mean you've been demoted. In most cases, it's a reflection of the organization's growth and evolution – not a critique of your performance. Instead of viewing this as a setback, consider how it might actually work in your favor. You may gain access to better mentorship. Senior executives, particularly those brought in for their expertise, often have fewer direct reports. This allows them to dedicate more time and resources to the development of each person on their team, including you. Your new leader could also bring a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective that you can benefit from. For example, imagine you've been managing the engineering team for a mid-sized tech company, and now they've hired a CTO with extensive experience in scaling systems at larger enterprises. It's natural to feel resistant at first, but what if you leaned into the opportunity to learn from their expertise? They could introduce you to advanced architecture or show you how to navigate the technical challenges that arise when growing from serving thousands of users to millions. Think of layering as a step toward role specialization rather than a reduction in your responsibilities. In fact, your level of responsibility may remain the same – or even grow. You might find yourself trusted with more complex, high-impact projects that allow you to focus on your strengths rather than juggling a wide range of tasks. Get Curious Instead of letting your mind spiral with assumptions about why layering is happening, shift your perspective to one of curiosity. Asking thoughtful questions can help you avoid catastrophizing while giving you a clearer view of the bigger picture. By approaching your (soon-to-be) former boss from a place of collaboration and professional growth, you can position yourself as a team player who's invested in the company's success. Here are a few ways to start the conversation: Remember, organizational changes like layering often involve many moving parts. It's possible that decisions are still being finalized, and those in leadership may not have all the answers yet. Patience and an open mind will go a long way in navigating this transition. Request to Join the Interview Process If your new boss hasn't been selected yet, consider asking HR or your current manager if you can play a role in the hiring process. Frame your involvement as a way to ensure the new leader aligns with the team's culture and objectives. Be proactive and suggest specific ways to contribute, such as participating in the preliminary screening of candidates, joining a panel interview, or providing input on the job description. If being directly involved in the hiring process isn't an option, request a meet-and-greet with the final candidates. Position it as an opportunity to start building rapport and gain insight into their leadership style and expectations for the team. Use this time to assess how well your working styles align and how their approach might complement the existing team dynamics. This can be a valuable first step in fostering a productive relationship with your new boss. Offer a Gesture of Goodwill When your new boss is officially hired or promoted, use your first meeting as an opportunity to set a positive tone. Welcome them warmly and share your enthusiasm for working together. Offer to help them get up to speed on the specifics of your area, whether that's through briefings on current projects, an overview of key challenges, insights into team dynamics, or even a walkthrough of your department's processes and systems. Your insider knowledge can be a valuable resource in helping them settle in quickly – and they'll likely appreciate your initiative and support. Give the relationship at least six months before making any judgments about whether it's working. Even seasoned leaders need time to understand the nuances of a new organization and its culture. This adjustment period allows them to establish their role, make informed decisions, and find their rhythm. It also gives you time to adapt to their leadership style and build a collaborative working relationship. Maintain a Connection with Your New Skip-Level Adjusting to your former boss becoming your skip-level manager can feel like a big shift, but try to view it as a new phase in your professional relationship rather than the end of it. Proactively addressing the transition can help you define the terms of your new dynamic with clarity and confidence. For instance, you might say: Once the conversation is underway, discuss how often and in what context you both feel it's appropriate to communicate. This could be through quarterly check-ins, semi-annual reviews, or on an as-needed basis. The goal is to maintain visibility and stay on your skip-level's radar without overstepping boundaries or infringing on your new boss's responsibilities. Yes, being layered can bring up feelings of uncertainty or apprehension, but it's also an opportunity to expand your skill set, strengthen your professional network, and showcase your ability to adapt to change. By approaching the transition with curiosity and a proactive mindset, you can turn this structural shift into a meaningful step forward in your career.
Scottish Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Kate Moss, 51, and daughter Lila, 22, look amazing in matching black bikinis as they frolick on the beach in Ibiza
Lila was delighted by the release of a groundbreaking new Barbie that has the same health condition as her BEACH BEAUTIES Kate Moss, 51, and daughter Lila, 22, look amazing in matching black bikinis as they frolick on the beach in Ibiza Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) KATE Moss and her daughter Lila looked incredible as they hit the beach in Ibiza wearing matching black bikinis. The 51-year-old supermodel and glam Lila cooled off in the warm sunshine by going for a dip in the Mediterranean Sea. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Lila Moss looked great in a black bikini in Ibiza Credit: BackGrid 6 Her mum Kate wore a very similar two-piece set Credit: BackGrid 6 Lila waded into the shallows and let her blonde hair down Credit: BackGrid Lila, whose dad is media mogul Jefferson Hack, 52, looked cut from the same cloth as her famous mum as she strutted elegantly across the pebbly beach. While Kate proved she's still got it, looking lithe as she walked away from sun loungers. When she reached the water's edge, blonde Lila let her hair down and launched herself into the shallows. Lila is an open book when it comes to living with type 1 diabetes and her continuous glucose monitor (CGM) was visible as she crouched in the water. Earlier this week she spoke glowingly of the release of the first-ever Barbie doll with the condition. She said: 'I think to have a Barbie doll that looks like me with type 1 diabetes is completely surreal, and it makes me very proud to be able to represent this community. 'I get so many messages every day about how I've helped someone be less insecure or helped them be more proud of their diabetes patches, and so to be able to represent the community in this way is very exciting and special. 'I think it's so important to embrace these patches and having them, and not hiding them or being insecure about them – I think it's really cool to have them. 'I think my younger self would be really excited about how cool my Barbie's outfit is, how nice her dress is, and she's got a little gold bangle on and she's really chic, but also just proud to represent a really important cause and something so special and close to my heart.' Lila admits she raids her mum's wardrobe, and who can blame her when it's such a treasure trove of style. Watch worrying moment Kate Moss looks 'on edge and frantic' as she poses front row at Paris Fashion Week She recently took inspiration from her mum's risque style when she went braless in a see-through top at Paris Fashion Week. Stepping out at an YSL show, Lila ditched a bra for the eye-catching outfit. Earlier this year, she said she turned to her mum's collections for festival season. She explained: 'I'll find something in my mum's wardrobe — borrowing a T-shirt — then I'll see something, and say, 'Wait, can I borrow that for Glastonbury?' months in advance.' The model is making a name for herself in her own right, too, having worked with brands such as Marc Jacobs, Fendi and Versace. 6 Kate also went for a dip Credit: BackGrid 6 Lila's insulin pump was visible as she crouched down Credit: BackGrid
The Sun
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Kate Moss, 51, and daughter Lila, 22, look amazing in matching black bikinis as they frolick on the beach in Ibiza
KATE Moss and her daughter Lila looked incredible as they hit the beach in Ibiza wearing matching black bikinis. The 51-year-old supermodel and glam Lila cooled off in the warm sunshine by going for a dip in the Mediterranean Sea. 6 6 6 Lila, whose dad is media mogul Jefferson Hack, 52, looked cut from the same cloth as her famous mum as she strutted elegantly across the pebbly beach. While Kate proved she's still got it, looking lithe as she walked away from sun loungers. When she reached the water's edge, blonde Lila let her hair down and launched herself into the shallows. Lila is an open book when it comes to living with type 1 diabetes and her continuous glucose monitor (CGM) was visible as she crouched in the water. Earlier this week she spoke glowingly of the release of the first-ever Barbie doll with the condition. She said: 'I think to have a Barbie doll that looks like me with type 1 diabetes is completely surreal, and it makes me very proud to be able to represent this community. 'I get so many messages every day about how I've helped someone be less insecure or helped them be more proud of their diabetes patches, and so to be able to represent the community in this way is very exciting and special. 'I think it's so important to embrace these patches and having them, and not hiding them or being insecure about them – I think it's really cool to have them. 'I think my younger self would be really excited about how cool my Barbie's outfit is, how nice her dress is, and she's got a little gold bangle on and she's really chic, but also just proud to represent a really important cause and something so special and close to my heart.' Lila admits she raids her mum's wardrobe, and who can blame her when it's such a treasure trove of style. Watch worrying moment Kate Moss looks 'on edge and frantic' as she poses front row at Paris Fashion Week She recently took inspiration from her mum's risque style when she went braless in a see-through top at Paris Fashion Week. Stepping out at an YSL show, Lila ditched a bra for the eye-catching outfit. Earlier this year, she said she turned to her mum's collections for festival season. She explained: 'I'll find something in my mum's wardrobe — borrowing a T-shirt — then I'll see something, and say, 'Wait, can I borrow that for Glastonbury?' months in advance.' The model is making a name for herself in her own right, too, having worked with brands such as Marc Jacobs, Fendi and Versace. 6 6
