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2023 Press Clippings
Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Abu Dhabi 2023-24: the best parties and packages by price, TimeOut Abu Dhabi – December 29th, 2023
New Year’s Eve in the UAE: Where to celebrate, BBC Good Food Middle East – December 29th 2023
The best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 in Abu Dhabi, What’s On Abu Dhabi – December 28th, 2023
31 fabulous places to celebrate New Year’s Day 2024 in Dubai, What’s On Dubai – December 27th, 2023
Navigating F&B entrepreneurship with Hashem Montasser, Caterer Middle East – December 25th, 2023
9 sensational things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: December 8 to 10, What’s On Abu Dhabi – December 6th, 2023
8 delightful weekend ideas in Abu Dhabi: November 17 to 19, What’s On Abu Dhabi – November 9, 2023
31 fabulous places to celebrate New Year’s Day 2024 in Dubai, What’s On Dubai – November 9, 2023
12 epic things to do in Dubai this weekend: Nov 10 to 12, What’s On Dubai – November 9, 2023
A definitive guide to the best places for breakfast in Dubai, What’s On Dubai – October 18, 2023
The best restaurants and bars at Yas Bay around the Etihad Arena, What’s On Abu Dhabi – October 18, 2023
22 amazing cafes to visit in Abu Dhabi for International Coffee Day, What’s On Abu Dhabi – October 2, 2023
Simply the desk: 10 of the best coworking spaces in Abu Dhabi, What’s On – August 30, 2023
Revealed: Every shortlist for the Caterer Middle East Awards 2023 , Caterer ME – August 22, 2023
Simply the best: 10 of the best co-working spaces and cafés in Abu Dhabi ,What’s On, August 12
Not in the office? The best cafes and restaurants to work from in Dubai, What’s On – July 31
7 Pet-Friendly Restaurants In Abu Dhabi Perfect For Your Furry Friends, Curly Tales – July 31
14 of our favourite concept stores where you can shop & eat, What’s On Dubai – July 31
The Middle East Wants To Tell Interesting Stories, Fast Company – April 26, 2023
7 amazing boutiques and concept stores to try in Abu Dhabi, Time Out Abu Dhabi – March 3, 2023
What’s On Awards Abu Dhabi 2023: Here are the winners, What’s On Abu Dhabi – March 2, 2023
Top Dubai restaurants: a FooDiva 2023 guide, FooDiva – February 28, 2023
Hashem Montasser on multi-tasking, loneliness at the top & taking criticism on the chin, Caterer Middle East – January 7, 2023
2022 Press Clippings
The most essential food experiences in Dubai, What’s On Dubai – December 15, 2022
20 coffee spots in Dubai you need to visit ASAP, Emirates Woman – November 23, 2022
Abu Dhabi Loves Breakfast, The Huntr – November 18, 2022
Design Week: eclectic crowd, cutting edge designs do not disappoint, Business Recorder – November 14, 2022
Bespoke design and multi-sensorial pop-ups headline Downtown Design 2022, Stir Pad – November 12, 2022
Veuve Cliquot Celebrates Their 250th Anniversary, Hotel & Catering News – November 10, 2022
Best Breakfast in Dubai 2022, Time Out Dubai – November 4, 2022
17 of the best desserts to enjoy in Abu Dhabi right now, What’s On – September 27, 2022
The Grilling: The Lighthouse’s Executive Pastry Chef Waddah Bou Saad, Time Out Dubai – August 24, 2022
Travel Itinerary: Island hopping in Abu Dhabi, Connecting Travel – August 23, 2022
Best breakfast in Dubai 2022: What to order and where, pronto, Time Out Dubai – August 21, 2022
7 top places to dine alone in Abu Dhabi, Time Out Abu Dhabi – August 17, 2022
Explore the sights of Yas Bay Waterfront from day to night, What’s On Abu Dhabi – August 17, 2022
9 of the coolest concept stores where you can shop & eat in Dubai, What’s On Dubai – August 11, 2022
23 of Dubai’s must-try sandwiches, Time Out Dubai – July 22, 2022
Eid Weekend Brunch, Dubai Eye 103.8 – July 13, 2022
12 Sunday brunches to check out in Dubai this weekend, What’s On Dubai – July 1, 2022
This special summer lunch menu is an absolute treat, Dubai Confidential – June 27, 2022
The Lighthouse launches a trio of dining promotions, Hotel & Catering News ME – June 21, 2022
7 incredible things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: 20 to 26 June, Fact Magazines – June 20, 2022
New brunch launches at The Lighthouse on Saturday and Sunday, Time Out Abu Dhabi – June 17, 2022
17 top new restaurants and cafés in Abu Dhabi, Time Out Abu Dhabi – June 14, 2022
The best cafes and restaurants to work from in Dubai, What’s On – June 13, 2022
The Business Breakfast, Dubai Eye 103.8 – June 10, 2022
تايم أوت ماركت دبي يحتفل بمرور عام على افتتاحه, Emarat Alyoum – June 3, 2022
A stylish Yas Bay restaurant with brilliant plates, Time Out Abu Dhabi – April 20, 2022
Yas Bay: the complete guide to Abu Dhabi’s new waterfront destination, The National – April 14, 2022
تجارب وعروض مميزة من أبرز وجهات دبي في رمضان, Al Bayan – April 11, 2022
Woofs welcome: how Yas Island is quickly becoming Abu Dhabi’s pet-friendly hub, The National – April 10, 2022
Podcast: an interview with Michelin on the first Dubai guide, FooDiva – April 7, 2022
4 new restaurants join Time Out Market Dubai’s home-grown line-up, Time Out Dubai – April 7, 2022
These four outlets are moving into Time Out Market Dubai, What’s On Dubai – April 7, 2022
Time Out Market Dubai announces four new vendors in celebration of first anniversary, Caterer ME – April 7, 2022
How Rania Masri El Khatib is Bringing the Region’s Creatives Together, Mojeh – March 24, 2022
What’s On Awards Abu Dhabi 2022: Here are the winners, What’s On – March 18, 2022
Where the UAE’s leading ladies dine out, Time Out – March 8, 2022
Top 3 things to see and do at Alserkal Art Week, What’s On – March 3, 2022
55 top new restaurants in Dubai, Time Out Dubai – February 25, 2022
Home-grown brand’s latest branch shines at Nakheel Mall, Time Out Dubai – February 15, 2022
3 New Abu Dhabi Restaurants We Love, What’s On – February 12, 2022
A Trip to The Lighthouse, Hotel & Catering News ME – February 1, 2022
The Lighthouse Restaurant opens new outlets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, The Pro Chef Middle East – January 26, 2022
We have exciting news for The Lighthouse fans in Dubai, Dubai Confidential – January 25, 2022
Lessons from Hashem Montasser after expanding The Lighthouse to 4 locations, Caterer Middle East – January 20, 2022
The Lighthouse Restaurant opens new outlets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, BBC Good Food ME – January 17, 2022
13 of the best things to do in Dubai this week, Time Out Dubai – January 17, 2022
The Lighthouse Restaurant celebrates its 5th anniversary with 2 new outlets, Business Today – January 14, 2022
The Lighthouse celebrates its 5th anniversary with two new outlets in Dubai & Abu Dhabi, Hotel & Catering News – January 14, 2022
The Lighthouse opens on Palm Jumeirah with exclusive plant-based menu, Time Out Dubai – January 13, 2022
Restaurant and boutique shopping spot The Lighthouse opens at Yas Bay Waterfront, Time Out Abu Dhabi – January 13, 2022
What’s open at Yas Bay, and what’s still to come, What’s On – January 12, 2022
2021 Press Clippings
What’s open at Yas Bay, and what’s still to come, What’s On – January 12, 2022
Exciting new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi in 2022, Time Out Abu Dhabi – December 26, 2021
Miral officially opens Yas Bay Waterfront and welcomes visitors, Travel Daily News – December 6, 2021
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Bay Waterfront to open on December 1, Arabian Business – November 26, 2021
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Bay Waterfront destination to open Dec 1, MEP Middle East – November 22, 2021
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Bay Waterfront destination to open on Dec. 1, GDN Online – November 21, 2021
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Bay Waterfront destination to open on Dec. 1, Trade Arabia – November 21, 2021
Yas Bay Waterfront to welcome the UAE’s most popular restaurants and bars, Caterer ME – November 21, 2021
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Bay Waterfront to open on December 1, The National – November 21, 2021
It’s official Yas Bay is opening December 1, here’s what you’ll find inside, What’s On – November 21, 2021
Dubai’s Best Breakfast Spots, Visit Dubai – October 25, 2021
The Middle East’s leading design fair Downtown Design returns this year, Zawya – October 26, 2021
15 tasty places to grab lunch in Dubai, Time Out Dubai – October 20, 2021
Evolution, Accepting Missteps and Following Your Instinct: The Lighthouse, Curated Today – October 18, 2021
The Emirates Woman editor-approved guide to d3, Emirates Woman – October 14, 2021
Hip Locale, Khaleej Times – August 31, 2021
Not in the office? The best cafes and restaurants to work from in Dubai, What’s On – August 29, 2021
A Day in the Life of Tarik Zaharna, De51gn – August 11, 2021
The 6 hottest new restaurants coming to Abu Dhabi in 2021, Time Out Abu Dhabi – August 4, 2021
New Sites Open in Dubai Design District, RLI – August 3, 2021
Four new restaurants and cafes open in Dubai Design District, The National – August 2, 2021
Interview: The growth of The Lighthouse, SME10x – June 29, 2021
22 New Restaurants Coming to Abu Dhabi Soon, What’s On – June 29, 2021
Mall Munchies (page 40), What’s On – June 2021
Office Essentials, Fabulous Fragrances And Gorgeous Wedding Gowns: 24 Hours With Yasmine Yeya, Harper’s Bazaar – May 19, 2021
12 new restaurants we know are coming to Yas Bay, What’s On – May 16, 2021
Is She the Ultimate SupportLocal Crusader?, Gaggler – May 13, 2021
Miral announces exciting line-up of F&B concepts at Yas Bay, Trade Arabia – May 12, 2021
Miral announces exciting line-up of F&B concepts at Yas Bay, Zawya – May 10, 2021
Afternoons With Helen Farmer, Dubai Eye 103.8 – May 6, 2021
Snow yoga on the way to Dubai, Time Out Dubai – May 5, 2021
The Lighthouse Restaurant & Concept Store expands in the UAE, The Pro Chef Middle East – May 3, 2021
The Lighthouse opens in Mall of the Emirates, Time Out Dubai – May 2, 2021
Dubai restaurant The Lighthouse now confirmed as coming to Yas Bay, What’s On – April 30, 2021
New restaurant The Lighthouse to open in Abu Dhabi, Time Out Abu Dhabi – April 29, 2021
The Lighthouse Restaurant & Concept Store expands in the UAE, BBC Good Food – April 27, 2021
Our Favorite Concept Store & Restaurant Has A New Outpost, Dubai Confidential – April 27, 2021
The Lighthouse announces expansion plans with an additional three new locations in the UAE, SME10x – April 25, 2021
6 cool things to do in Dubai this week: April 25 to 28, What’s On – April 25, 2021
The Lighthouse expands with an additional three new locations in the UAE, Hotel & Catering News ME – April 22, 2021
8 fabulous things to do in Dubai this weekend, Emirates Woman – April 22, 2021
d3’s The Lighthouse to expand to three new locations in the UAE, Caterer Middle East – April 22, 2021
The Lighthouse Opens New Location, Retail & Leisure International – April 21, 2021
The Lighthouse restaurant and store to open new Dubai and Abu Dhabi branches, The National – April 21, 2021
The Lighthouse opens first of three new branches in Mall of the Emirates, What’s On – April 21, 2021
Why this fabulous food hall at The Pointe is such a hidden gem, What’s On – January 13, 2021
Love rosé? Then you won’t want to miss this new wine tasting class, What’s On – January 11, 2021
FooDiva’s top Dubai restaurants: a 2021 guide, FooDiva – January 11, 2021
2020 Press Clippings
Morning Rituals, Skincare Favourites And A Sneak Peek Into His New Bridal Collection: 24 Hours With Rami Al Ali, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia – December 31, 2020
Money & Me: ‘It takes a long time for people to be rewarded financially in the restaurant business’, The National – December 4, 2020
The big list: 40 best dishes we’ve eaten in Dubai in 2020, What’s On – November 25, 2020
Home-grown hotspots, Spinneys Magazine – November 9, 2020
6 of the coolest concept stores where you can shop and eat in Dubai, What’s On – October 21, 2020
Technology and F&B: Friend or Foe? Caterer Middle East, October 2020
5 alfresco restaurants and terraces reopening in Dubai this week, What’s On – October 5, 2020
8 great things to do in Dubai this week, What’s On – September 27, 2020
7 exciting things to do in Dubai this week, Gulf News – September 13, 2020
The Lighthouse: A unique licensed eatery (and concept store) in d3, Huntr – September 9, 2020
This Mediterranean Inspired Meal Is Worth Stepping Out For, Dubai Confidential – September 8, 2020
Afternoons with Helen Farmer, Dubai Eye 103.8FM – September 3, 2020
How To Take Over the World One Burrata At A Time, SME10 – September 2, 2020
Licensed d3-based venue The Lighthouse reopens with new dinner experience, Hotel & Catering News ME – September 1, 2020
Post-Covid world “both a challenge and an opportunity,” Caterer ME – August 31, 2020
How to take over the world, one burrata at a time, Medium – August 11, 2020
2019 Press Clippings
Fifteen Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Dubai, Mojeh Men – December 29, 2019
Your fabulous guide to UAE National Day weekend in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Emirates Woman – November 27, 2019
5 Of The Best Podcasts To Listen To At The Gym, On Your Commute Or In The Bath, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia – November 24, 2019
M Cohen Jewellery Is Now Available From The Lighthouse in d3, Mojeh Men – November 24, 2019
Dubai Design Week 2019: everything you need to know, Time Out Dubai – November 9, 2019
Your fabulous guide to this weekend in Dubai, Emirates Woman – October 30
Here’s where Mo Salah has been spotted on his recent trip to Dubai, What’s On – July 18, 2019
Mo Salah drops into d3 eatery The Lighthouse during his visit to Dubai, The National – July 18, 2019
Dubai Design District is launching its first restaurant week this month, What’s On – June 17, 2019
The Lighthouse Launches Its Summer Happy Hour, UAE News – June 20, 2019
Arabic Children’s Book Reading at The Lighthouse, UAE News – June 14, 2019
This is the only Eid Al Fitr gift guide you’ll need this year, Emirates Woman – May 27, 2019
The Weekend Edit: Six Things To Do, Try & Buy, Mojeh – May, 2019
Lighting the Way To Breakfast Goodness, Edgar – May 20, 2019
The Lighthouse launches brand-new online store, Short List – May 19, 2019
العطور والشموع الفاخرة… فكرة مثالية كهدية راقية , AEWorld Arabia – May 14, 2019
The Lighthouse, D3 Announces its Online Platform and E-commerce Store, The Fashion With Style – April 17, 2019
The Lighthouse, D3 Announces Its Online Platform And E-commerce Store, Fashion AE – April 16, 2019
D3’s The Lighthouse have just launched an e-commerce store, Buro 24/7 ME – April 16, 2019
15 great things to do in Dubai this weekend, What’s On – April 10, 2019
See My City: Hashem Montasser, Debonair – April, 2019
Enjoy Dubai’s Café Culture, ShortList Dubai – March 25, 2019
Love Middle Eastern Art? Calendar Note This Event, Emirates Woman – March 18, 2019
Eat Out: 33 breakfast spots to try in Dubai, Gulf News – March 12, 2019
The Lighthouse Partners With Dubai’s Cultural Art Dubai Week, UAE News 24/7 – March 11, 2019
2018 Press Clippings
The Artist Archivist, Harper’s Bazaar Art – Winter 2018
Emirates World: Interview with Hashem Montasser and Chef Izu Ani, Emirates World – May 2018
A Gasp Of Delight: How To Build A Business That Works (pg. 74), Entrepreneur ME – April 2018
A Complete Guide To Art Dubai, Gulf News – 14-3-2018
Jun Tanaka’s Recipe For Success, Khaleej Times City Times – 7-3-2018
أبرز مطاعم حي دبي للتصمیم – Time out dubai – 5-3-2018
Best + Brightest, IDentity – March 2018
Time Out Dubai’s 2018 Restaurant Awards Nominees, Time Out – 17-1-2018
2017 Press Clippings
Design Diary: Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Design Junkie, Gulf News – 17-12-2017
Dubai Design District Sketches To Be A 24-Hour Hotspot, Gulf News – 11-12-2017
An Experimental Edge, Harper’s Bazaar Interiors – Winter 2017
نادین قانصوه وفادي سري الدین.. تزاوج الرؤى الفنیة – Haya – 23-11-2017
مبادرة دراك تكشف عن خططها استعدادًا لأسبوع دبي للتصمیم – Fog Al Arabiya – 12-11-2017
From Shopping To Snacking: Everything You Need To Know About Dubai Design Week, Emirates Woman – 9-11-2017
8 Things To Do In Dubai This Week, What’s On – 8-11-2017
حي دبي للتصمیم.. مساحات من الإبداع لا تنتهي – Al Khaleej – 7-11-2017
A Gift Guide For Men (pg. 60), Edgar Middle East – November 2017
العائلة أیقونة »دبي للتصمیم« في عطلة الأسبوع – Al Bayan – 17-10-2017
Breakfast in Dubai: 15 Spots to Try, What’s On – 15-7-2017
12 Of Our Favorite Dubai Restaurants Open During Ramadan Days, Emirates Woman – 1-6-2017
The Lighthouse at d3 is the Coolest New Place In Town, Edgar Middle East – 30-4-2017
6 Dubai Spots To Take Your Mum For Breakfast This Mother’s Day, What’s On – 20-3-2017
Review: Why The Lighthouse Should Be On Your Breakfast Radar, What’s On – 14-3-2017
Rewind: Mahmoud Said As Told by Hashem Montasser, Art Dubai Blog – 7-3-2017
كتاب عن »محمود سعید« وحضور قوي لأعماله خلال مارس الجاري – Ittehad – 3-3-2017
محمود سعید أیقونة الفن المصري الحدیث – Al Misri Al Youm – 3-3-2017
Why You Won’t Be Able To Stay Away From This Concept Store & Cafe, Dubai Confidential – March 2017
مفاجآت »الكتالوغ المسبب« للفنان محمود سعید – Al Hayat – 28-2-2017
أعمال محمود سعید تتألق في مزاد كریستیز بدبي – Shabka abu Nuwaf – 22-2-2017
Design Diary: Places to get inspired, Gulf News – 18-1-2017
Warning: A Visit to This New Space Will Probably End with an Impulse Buy, Savoir Flair – 18-1-2017
Lighthouse Shop & Kitchen Opens In d3, Middle East Living – 18-1-2017
The Lighthouse Shop and Kitchen Opens in d3, The Luxe Diary – 18-1-2017
مطعم ذا لایتهاوس یفتتح أبوابه في حي دبي للتصمیم – Ayen dubai – 17-1-2017
The Lighthouse in d3 Now Open, Time Out – 8-1-2017
Press Releases
The Lighthouse Marks 5th Anniversary with the Opening of Two New Outlets – January, 2022
The Lighthouse Expansion – April, 2021
A Letter from the Founder – August, 2020
The Lighthouse, d3 Announces Its Online Platform & E-Commerce Store – April, 2019
The Lighthouse, d3 Welcomes Christine Macel to its Monthly ‘TLH Conversations’ Series – March, 2019
The Lighthouse Festive Season Release – November 15, 2017
The Lighthouse pops-up at Downtown Design – October 10, 2017
The Lighthouse Launch Release Dubai – January 17, 2017
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