Living in Dubai・Palm Jumeirah Luxury walker Rie Isogai is now sending information over the internet！ Copyright ©  Dubai Tourism・Restaurant・Hotel Information Sign up to our Love club to be the first to know about our latest offers! The religious month of Ramadan is marked by fasting and prayer and holds great importance for Islam followers. During this month Muslims abstain from eating, drinking, sex and other vices from sunrise to sunset to achieve higher levels of patience, spirituality and humility. Dubai being a pre-dominantly Muslim populated Emirate; the significance of the religious month can be experienced in all spheres of daily life whether in social, business, entertainment and cultural aspects. Working hours and lifestyles change and in totality the whole city transforms into a more serene mood of religious commitment. Dusk follows the breaking of the fast known as Iftar after which various Ramadan related events are held at social meeting venues. A Non-Muslim is not expected to follow the religious practices during Ramadan;

however he is surely counted upon to respect the sentiments of participating Muslims. To avoid offending the sentiments of Muslims one must be alert of their behavior during the month.  Here are some tips for Non-Muslims to be followed during the month of Ramadan In public places, behave and dress in a conservative manner to respect the religious observances followed during Ramadan. Women should avoid wearing short skirts and cover their knees. It is appreciated if they wear long sleeves. It is illegal to consume meat, drink or smoke in public and if found guilty it could lead to serious consequences. Even chewing gum is seen as an offence. Most restaurants will be closed during the day, but hotels will have contained spaces to serve food. Supermarkets and malls remain open during the day assuming no food or drink is consumed in public. Children, pregnant women, medically unfit people, and those fighting in the battle are not expected to fast. Greet Muslims by saying ‘Ramadan Kareem’ or ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ during Ramadan

Be polite enough to attend an Iftar meal. Check local newspaper and TV channels for Iftar meal timings that change by one minute every day. Live music is barred, thus avoid functions in noisy environments whether at home or office, including dance clubs. Working hours are shorter during Ramadan. Government offices close at 2 pm while private sector office practices work for two hours less. Practice some charitable work by donating money, etc to the needy. Restaurants for Non-Muslims available in Dubai during Ramadan Many Non-Muslims find it difficult to locate restaurants that serve during the day. Here a list that may be of some help Supermarket that serve ready to go meals such as pies, salads, sandwiches, snacks etc Take away from fast food outlets of Burger King and McDonalds Limited outlets of Coffee shops and Cafes Restaurants, food outlets and coffee shops at Dubai Airport, Dubai Festival City, Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC), Dubai Internet City, Dubai Knowledge Village, Dubai Media City

Takeaways at Mall of the Emirates, Ibn Batuta Mall and the Dubai Mall International cuisine restaurants include: Bistro Madeleine, Café Arabesque, Casa Mia, Epicure, Kisaku, Market Café, Planet Hollywood, Asha’s, Medzo, Mahi Mahi, Sukhothai, Wox, Sumo Sushi, Ewaan, Cactus Cantina, Café Sushi, Gourmet Burger Kitchen, Mediterraneo, Mercurries, More Café, Wagamama, Zuma, Bussola, Certo, Karam Beirut, Noodle House, Sezzam, Toscana, Zheng He’sgenki sushi menu ewa beach Those who wish to savour traditional Iftar meals/buffets could do so at:sushi conveyor belt animal crossing Mediterraneo restaurant at Armani Hotel Dubaisushi online bestellen purmerend “At The Top” observation deck at Burj Khalifa

Asateer Arabian tent at Atlantis Hotel Ramadan Nights At The Terrace All the star rated hotels in Dubai. Whether one is Muslim or Non-Muslim it is essential that we learn to respect other religion’s feelings. Dubai is a progressive emirate among all, embracing all tourists and expatriates with warmth and providing them their religious space. However, it is not to be forgotten that the UAE is an Islamic country where their religion and followings are strictly adhered to. Visiting Dubai during the Ramadan period may not seem to a feasible idea for many tourists, but if you want to explore the spiritual nuances of Islam then this is the right time regardless of your beliefs.Sumo Sushi & Bento to drive in India via master franchise route Middle Eastern franchise chain Sumo Sushi & Bento, that specialises in Japanese food, is bullish about entering the Indian market through the master franchise route. Middle Eastern franchise chain, Sumo Sushi & Bento, that specialises in Japanese food, is bullish about entering the Indian market through the Master Franchise route.

The brand is on the lookout for three master franchisees to run their operations across India, for the North-East, West-Central and South regions, respectively. Sumo Sushi & Bento is also offering area-wise opportunities mainly in Jaipur, Gurgaon, Noida, New Delhi, Chandigarh, Udaipur, Ludhiana, Raipur and Kolkata, Vadodara, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Goa, Bhopal and Indore, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Vizag, Coimbatore and Bhuvneshwar. Alpha Maiava, Director-Franchise Sales & International Growth, Sumo Sushi & Bento said: “Our entry in India is via 100% franchising with Indian investors. We are aiming at teaming up with three master franchisees for expanding across India. Franchise fee for a single unit will be around USD$20,000 while build-out cost will be determined by location and equipment availability as per local requirement. Depending upon the locality the outlets will be mainly of three sizes including 150 sqm., 200 sqm. Speaking over the Return on Investment (RoI), Maiava further added: “We do not make promises on ROI.

It is all dependent upon the amount fully invested for build out, timeframe and speed of go-to-market, aggressiveness of marketing, etc. Based on our findings and research for the market, we anticipate a payback period between 16– 18 months.” Sumo Sushi & Bento has been serving Japanese cuisines since 2000. After establishing their foothold across the Middle East region - Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaima, and Bahrain,  the brand is now aiming at widening its base in Asia, mainly in India through the franchise route. Related: Bata to boost its franchise network Sumo Sushi & Bent Submit your email address to receive the latest updates on news & host of Kwality takes up its comprehensive business...Four Points to double its count in five years... Italian brand, Bottega di LungaVita to increase its...Eureka Forbes to get into omni channel business...VLCC all set to hit the European land...Lenovo targets small towns in India...Kohli to co-own IPTL franchise team UAE Royals...