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Al Etihad
6 days ago
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DCT honours 15 recipients of 4th Urban Treasures initiative
29 May 2025 11:29 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the recipients of the fourth edition of Urban Treasures Awards, an annual initiative celebrating long-running businesses that have shaped Abu Dhabi's cultural and commercial ceremony was held at Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi and Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, presented the award to 15 establishments selected from across the emirate, including Khulood Club, Gulf Pastry, Zahrat Al Khaleej Nablusia Sweets, Orchid Tailoring & Embroidery Shop, Mohammed Farooq Perfumes, Al Jumaira Studio and Stores, Al Yahar Modern Restaurant and Kitchen, Three Star Watches Shop, Shawarma Ala Alragef Cafeteria, Happy Yemen Restaurant, Ahmed Sultan Al Salami Trading and Importing, Al Ain International Medical Polyclinic, Nauras, Baqala Cheese & Pickles Centre, and Al Sidr Natural the conclusion of its fourth edition, the Urban Treasures initiative has now honoured a total of 60 beloved local gems across Abu Dhabi, each recognised for their contributions to the emirate's urban and social Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, said: 'The Urban Treasures initiative continues to shine a light on the longstanding businesses that have shaped Abu Dhabi's character over the decades. These establishments are enduring community pillars that reflect the spirit, resilience, and heritage of our emirate, and by celebrating them, we honour these human stories and traditions. With each successive edition, we reaffirm our commitment to preserving, protecting, and promoting the cultural identity of the UAE capital, ensuring its lasting resonance within our community and inspiring future generations to cherish and build upon its foundations.'The Urban Treasures Initiative was launched to recognise the city's landmark homegrown businesses, including restaurants, bakeries, tailors, fabric stores, perfumeries, jewellers, pharmacies, photography studios, and similar establishments, which have thrived in Abu Dhabi for 20 years or more. Seeking to further raise the profiles of these treasures and preserve them for future generations, the award aligns with DCT Abu Dhabi's Modern Heritage Initiative, which celebrates and safeguards the emirate's more recent past. Nominations for Urban Treasures 2025 were opened to the public last year, allowing them to be a part of celebrating the efforts of these establishments. These were then shortlisted and evaluated by a committee, which reviewed each establishment based on set criteria. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Al Etihad
27-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
DCT Abu Dhabi honours 15 establishments, institutions as Urban Treasures
27 May 2025 18:16 ABU DHABI (WAM)The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the recipients of the fourth edition of the Urban Treasures Initiative, an annual celebration of long-running businesses that have shaped Abu Dhabi's cultural and social businesses have contributed to cementing Abu Dhabi's position as one of the leading cities in the world for living and DCT award comes as part of the department's ongoing efforts to preserve the emirate's modern heritage and celebrate its rich ceremony was held at the Cultural Foundation, during which 15 establishments from across the emirate were honoured for their longstanding presence and exceptional contributions to the local Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, presented the awards to the winning institutions, which included Khulood Club, Gulf Pastry, Zahrat Al Khaleej Nablusia Sweets, Orchid Tailoring & Embroidery Shop, Mohammed Farooq Perfumes, Al Jumaira Studio and Stores, Al Yahar Modern Restaurant and Kitchen, Three Star Watches Shop, Shawarma Ala Alragef Cafeteria, Happy Yemen Restaurant, Ahmed Sultan Al Salami Trading and Importing, Al Ain International Medical Polyclinic, Nauras, Baqala Cheese & Pickles Centre, and Al Sidr Natural the conclusion of its fourth edition, the Urban Treasures initiative has now honoured a total of 60 beloved local gems across Abu Dhabi, each recognised for their contributions to the emirate's urban and social Khalifa Al Mubarak said, "The Urban Treasures initiative continues to shine a light on the longstanding businesses that have added to Abu Dhabi's character over the decades. These establishments are enduring community pillars that reflect the spirit of our emirate, and by celebrating them, we honour these human stories and traditions. With each successive edition we celebrate businesses that are recognised for having a lasting impact within our community and inspire future generations to cherish their legacy."The Urban Treasures Initiative was launched with the aim of recognising the city's landmark homegrown businesses – including restaurants, bakeries, tailors, fabric stores, perfumeries, jewellers, pharmacies, photography studios, and similar establishments – which have thrived in Abu Dhabi for 20 years or to further raise the profiles of these 'treasures' and preserve them for future generations, the award aligns with DCT Abu Dhabi's Modern Heritage Initiative, which celebrates and safeguards the emirate's more recent for Urban Treasures 2025 were opened to the public, reflecting the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi's belief in the importance of involving community members in highlighting the authentic institutions that have been serving the community for nominations were then evaluated by a specialised committee based on a set of criteria, including key elements such as placemaking, urban history, community value, physical authenticity, and other factors that highlight the significance of these establishments within Abu Dhabi.
