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CairoScene
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Two Dubai Eateries Named Among World's Most Beautiful Restaurants
The two design-forward spots were recognised by the prestigious Prix Versailles for their architecture and interior design. Jun 17, 2025 Two of Dubai's most distinctive dining destinations—Gerbou and Smoked Room—have just been recognised among the world's most beautiful restaurants in the prestigious 2025 Prix Versailles list, which celebrates excellence in design across hospitality spaces globally. Gerbou, a collaboration between Tashkeel and Atelier House Hospitality, is set inside a reimagined 1980s community centre in Nad Al Sheba. Its interiors are a tactile tribute to Emirati culture—featuring camel-leather banquettes, a Ghaf wood reception desk, fish-scale light fittings, and earth-toned textures that nod to the desert landscape. With 75% of its ingredients sourced locally, Gerbou's philosophy of sustainability and cultural rootedness is reflected not only on the plate, but in every design decision. The result is a space that feels at once grounded and elevated—a contemporary expression of heritage. Smoked Room, meanwhile, is located in St. Regis Gardens on the Palm and offers a more intimate, immersive experience: just 14 seats, and a menu built entirely around the theatre of smoke and fire. Created by acclaimed Spanish chef Dani García, the concept earned a Michelin star within six months of opening. Inside, the design leans moody and elemental—think charred wood, ambient lighting, and a raw material palette that mirrors the cooking technique itself. It's refined, primal, and utterly transportive. Gerbou and Smoked Room's recognition in the Prix Versailles list highlights Dubai's emergence as a serious contender in the global design conversation—where restaurants double as cultural and aesthetic landmarks.
Express Tribune
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Taliban disavow 'self-styled jihad' in Pakistan
Listen to article A senior Taliban commander said on Wednesday that militants who engage in combat in a foreign country without the amir's authorisation are not justified in doing so, adding that such individuals cannot be regarded as mujahideen or jihadis. This was stated by Saeedullah Saeed, a senior commander at the Hazrat Hamza Military Academy, during a graduation ceremony for 400 police personnel in Kabul. "Those who defy the orders of Amirul Momineen Mullah Hibatullah Akhund and go to fight beyond the borders of another country (without naming Pakistan) are not justified and are disobeying the amir's orders," Saeed said. "Individuals who affiliate themselves with one group or another to engage in jihad in a foreign country are not considered mujahideen or jihadis," he added. This marks the third time that Amirul Momineen Hibatullah Akhund has directed all followers and communicated to commanders along Pakistan's western border that any jihad undertaken without the decree of the Amir or the Council of Ulema is considered fasad (illegal or corrupt). The message came following a drone strike in Janikhel, Bannu, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday, which killed over 70 militants. Post-strike investigations revealed that more than 30 of the casualties were Afghan nationals, a source added. Following the incident, Islamabad sent a stern message to Kabul, warning that if cross-border recruitment was not halted, the repercussions would be more severe, the source added. The message from Amirul Momineen was conveyed to all military commanders along the Pak-Afghan border. A recent Tashkeel (a large Taliban formation) was successfully thwarted, and several recruiters were arrested in the provinces of Khost, Paktika, and Paktiyacollectively known as Loya Paktiya or larger Paktiya, the stronghold of the Haqqani Network. This was the second time such measures were implementedfirst after Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif visited Kabul, and now following the recent visit of Chinese and Pakistani delegations, the source said. "A total of more than fifteen recruiters were arrested, including individuals who were part of the Tashkeel," a provincial source added. According to the source, the message delivered by the senior commander at the Hazrat Hamza Military Academy was of a highly important nature, directed at all those who would be at the helm of affairs. The message came at a time when a tripartite meeting between Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan is scheduled to be held in Kabul in July. Is China a bonding force Haq Nawaz Khan, a senior security analyst and journalist with The Washington Post, told The Express Tribune's Peshawar office that "China is the bonding force behind easing tensions between Islamabad and Kabul, while regional realignment, development, and the success of CPEC projects are closely linked to the security of the region." Haq Nawaz Khan explained that multiple threats rooted in Afghanistan extend beyond the TTP, including groups such as Hafiz Gul Bahadur, ISKP and the Turkistan Islamic Party (formerly known as the East Turkistan Islamic Movement), which is known for its expertise in drone technology. He added that this group has reportedly supplied drones to the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), whose union is also referred to as BRAS. Additionally, various Baloch nationalist forces, including the BLA and BLF, maintain links to Afghan soil. The TIP was known for providing drone technology to the TTP. The BLF was also among the recipients whom Islamabad has asked to be restrained. TIP is also reportedly behind the supply of laser technology and thermal engineering systems to both TTP and Balochistan liberation forces, The Express Tribune has learned. If China were not supporting the unusual alliance between Islamabad and Kabul, the Qandharis would have allied with Iran and others, while the Haqqani network would have aligned with the UAE and Saudi Arabia. However, Beijing has severed all such ties for now, he said. Projects for Afghanistan The source revealed that upcoming rail and road initiatives include a railroad connecting Hiratan to Parachinar and Kohat, which will link to the existing Chinese-backed Karachi to Peshawar route. "During the Chinese negotiations, Mullah Hibatullah requested that the railroad also be extended to southern Afghanistan, linking Kandahar and Herat provinces, which were considered part of the project," the source added. The existing Kabul-Jalalabad road via Mahipar will be replaced by a highway connecting various eastern provinces, while another highway will link Kandahar to Kabul, and a third will run from Kabul to Mazar-e-Sharif, the senior official said.
The National
27-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Best photos of May 27: Umm Qasr port in Iraq to beachfront in Beirut
Non-profit arts studio Tashkeel launched this annual initiative with the intention of supporting budding designers in the UAE. This year, three talents were chosen from hundreds of applicants to be a part of the sixth creative development programme. These are architect Abdulla Al Mulla, interior designer Lana El Samman and graphic designer Yara Habib. The trio have been guided by experts from the industry over the course of nine months, as they developed their own products that merge their unique styles with traditional elements of Emirati design. This includes laboratory sessions, experimental and collaborative practice, investigation of new business models and evaluation. It is led by British contemporary design project specialist Helen Voce and mentor Kevin Badni, and offers participants access to experts from across the world, including the likes of UK designer Gareth Neal and multidisciplinary designer and entrepreneur, Sheikh Salem Al Qassimi. The final pieces are being revealed in a worldwide limited-edition release on the first day of Downtown Designs at Dubai Design Week 2019. Tashkeel will be at stand E31 at the exhibition. Lisa Ball-Lechgar, deputy director of Tashkeel, said: 'The diversity and calibre of the applicants this year … is reflective of the dynamic change that the UAE art and design industry is witnessing, with young creators resolute in making their bold design ideas a reality.'
The National
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
El Seed reveals ‘no constraints' inspiration behind new public artwork in Dubai
Culture Art & Design Takhayal is a sculptural ode to Tashkeel and shares its focus on offering a spectrum of possibility, he says
What's On
18-02-2025
- Business
- What's On
5 great design studios and spaces in Dubai for artists to use
Find your creative space with these design studios… If you're an artist, Dubai is the place to be. Here is where you'll find your footing in the world of art, and if you're looking for spaces and places to practice your skills, these design studios in Dubai are open for artists to use. Take your pick. The Makers Society If you're inro woodworking, The Makers Society is the place to be. This spot offers not just beginners classes, but also courses for you to get the low down on woodworking. You'll be provided all the materials for the one hour class at Dhs150. Class takes place on Saturdays at 3pm. But if you're a professional looking to practice your craft, they also offer longer-term courses with a studio and all the heavy machinery equipment you might need. The Makers Society, Ras Al Khor, Tel: (0) 4 329 5478, @dubaimakerssociety thejamjar Nestled in the heart of Dubai's art scene on Alserkal Avenue, thejamjar is a community arts centre striving to grow Dubai's art scene. It holds weekly art workshops for adults, teens and children. If you want an artwork space, thejamjar has you covered with its 'do-it-yourself' painting studio. thejamjar offers diverse art programs, educational initiatives and community projects, building and strengthening the Dubai art world. It's open for all levels of artists. Warehouse 74, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz 1, Sat to Thurs 10am to 7pm, Fri 1pm to 8pm, Tel: (0)4 341 7303, Tashkeel Consider this an art incubator of sorts – Tashkeel is a commercial consultancy with studio incubators for visual art and design, established in 2008 by Her Highness Sheikha Lateefa bint Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Tashkeel's facilities enable production, experimentation and discourse. Its annual programme of training, residencies, workshops, talks, exhibitions, international collaborations and publications basically offers a one-stop-shop for the artist's complete process, from conception to finding an audience. Learn more about their services and initiatives here. Tashkeel, across various locations, Tel: (0) 4 336 3313, @tashkeelstudio Jameel Arts Centre While perfect for the public to get a dose of art and culture in the city (for free), Jameel Arts Centre also nurtures growing local talent with several initiatives, including the Artists Garden and Art Jameel Commissions. Alongside the seven courtyards is an Artist's Garden, imagined as a space for artists to create, cultivate and experiment, via an annual commissions programme. Artists are invited to use the space in a way that compliments their practice. Learn more here. Jameel Arts Centre, Al Jaddaf, Sat to Thurs, 10am to 8pm, Fri, 12pm to 8pm, Tel: (0) 4 873 9800, @jameelartscentre Studio Thirteen Studio Thirteen offers residency programs to empower underrepresented artists, giving them not only a fully-funded design space to work with, but also the recognition they deserve. Here, artists get a chance to spend time in the company of like-minded individuals, draw inspiration and learn from each other and be part of a community. It's essentially an artist collective and creative space to fuel those who need it. The shared studio space brings together six growing local talents Studio Thirteen, Al Quoz, @studiothirteen_dxb Images: Unsplash > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
