Author: Sam Allcock
Sam Allcock
Sam Allcock is a seasoned media professional and content strategist with a passion for storytelling across digital platforms. As a contributor to Abu Dhabi Week, Sam brings a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for the culture, innovation, and lifestyle that define the UAE capital. With over a decade of experience in journalism and public relations, he covers everything from local events and business trends to travel, dining, and community highlights. When he's not writing, Sam is exploring the hidden gems of Abu Dhabi, always on the lookout for the next story worth sharing.
Games developer studio The Gang, in collaboration with Big Time Creative Shop, has launched a spectacular new Roblox world inspired by Riyadh Season — Saudi Arabia’s biggest cultural and entertainment festival. The virtual recreation brings the excitement, creativity, and atmosphere of the real-world event into the Roblox universe, combining gaming, tourism, and interactive fun for audiences around the world. Adding to the thrill, several players from the USA, UK, and Saudi Arabia will have the opportunity to win 1 million Robux each. Robux, the official currency of Roblox, carries a value of more than $7,500 per million, offering players an…
Al Ain Mills and Ethmar International Holding (EIH) have entered into a collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) to establish a new advanced milling facility in Abu Dhabi, supporting the UAE’s national food security priorities. Al Ain Mills and EIH are aligned in their commitment to advancing the UAE’s food security strategy and reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become a central hub for sustainable food production and processing across the region. The development of the new site will extend Al Ain Mills’ operational presence within the Emirate, significantly increasing its production capabilities. This expansion is expected to bolster…
The heritage fragrance brand captivated audiences with a presentation that celebrated scent as an expression of memory, identity, and conscious luxury. Ajmal Perfumes, one of the Middle East’s most distinguished names in perfumery, has completed a triumphant showing at Beauty World Middle East 2025, hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre. As a leading event in the global beauty industry, the exhibition provided a platform for Ajmal to unveil its artistry to an international audience, presenting over 250 exceptional fragrances that fuse time-honoured Arabian craftsmanship with contemporary Western flair. The brand’s latest creation, The Untold Stories, made its debut at…
Dubai’s dining scene turns up the heat with the launch of Fumée, a contemporary steakhouse concept devoted to the mastery of smoke and flavour. Expanding across two sought-after locations, each restaurant reflects a different interpretation of Fumée’s hallmark sophistication and warmth. At Fairmont Dubai, Fumée Steakhouse exudes refined modernity with rustic undertones, while at Dubai Marina’s District 8, the venue offers a more artistic, coastal expression of the brand’s spirit. Inside the Fairmont Dubai restaurant, guests are greeted by soaring ceilings, soft candlelight, and rich wooden flooring, creating an inviting and romantic setting. Plush leather seating, splashes of greenery, and…
Metropolitan Premium Properties (MPP), among the UAE’s foremost real estate agencies, has recorded its strongest-ever performance in Ras Al Khaimah’s thriving property market. Transactions surged by an impressive 250% during the first nine months of 2025, fuelled by extensive infrastructure development, luxury residential projects, and rising international investor interest. The Emirate’s market expansion reflects a broader trend, with total real estate activity reaching AED 13.06 billion ($3.56 billion) in Q1 2025 — a dramatic 862% increase from AED 1.36 billion ($370 million) in Q1 2017, according to the RAK Statistics Centre. MPP reports that prices have grown 10–15% this year,…
AviLease, the Saudi-based global aircraft leasing company, has signed its first-ever aircraft lease with Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s newly established national airline. The agreement covers one Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and marks AviLease as the first lessor to collaborate with Riyadh Air. Delivery of the aircraft is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2025, a significant milestone as the carrier approaches its commercial debut. The Boeing 787-9 represents one of the most advanced and fuel-efficient widebody aircraft in global aviation. This lease underscores AviLease’s strategic focus on next-generation aircraft and highlights its role in supporting Riyadh Air’s commitment to building a…
252 Italian firms to showcase leading technologies at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 Italy has reaffirmed its status as a global leader in industrial technology, with exports of packaging and food processing machinery to the United Arab Emirates soaring to €161 million by mid-2025. The figures underscore the UAE’s growing demand for “Made in Italy” solutions, renowned for their innovation, performance, and craftsmanship. According to recent trade data, Italy now leads the UAE market in both sectors. Packaging machinery exports reached €53.7 million, a 58.3% increase year on year, giving Italy a 34.7% market share, while food and beverage processing machinery surged…
Nando’s UAE has just made midweek dining a whole lot tastier. The brand has introduced its latest culinary creation, the Saucy Wings, in two exciting new flavours — Honey & Soy and Spicy Brown Sugar — adding a rich, flavourful twist to the restaurant’s classic flame-grilled dishes. Complementing the launch is Bottomless Wing Tuesdays, a limited-time weekly event that lets diners indulge in endless wings and endless joy. A new take on a fan favourite, the Saucy Wings bring together sweet and spicy in true Nando’s style. The Honey & Soy option offers a silky blend of savoury sweetness, while…
Award-winning Dubai developer Samana Developers has officially revealed SAMANA Hills South 3, the latest addition to its successful portfolio. This new residential development will deliver 147 luxury apartments in Dubai South, one of the Emirate’s fastest-growing communities, appealing to global investors seeking stability and growth potential within proximity to Dubai’s key economic zones. The overwhelming response to SAMANA Hills South 1 and 2—both of which sold out swiftly—has prompted this third phase, reinforcing Samana Developers’ standing as a market leader in Dubai’s competitive off-plan landscape. Encompassing 95,195.92 square feet of contemporary living space, the project offers a refined mix of…
London’s acclaimed Modern Coffee brand, WatchHouse, is set to open its first UAE location this October, marking the beginning of its international franchise journey and furthering its mission to redefine coffee culture on a global stage. With more than 20 Houses across the UK and two in New York City, the brand continues its steady international ascent with the UAE launch. The milestone comes through a master franchise partnership with Big Belly Hospitality, one of the UAE’s most established food and beverage operators. The collaboration will kick off with a six-month residency at Marsa Boulevard, a waterfront lifestyle destination along…