Beyond

Issue 5, January / February 2010

the workplace

Farjam Collection: A Treasure House of Great Art

Fashion Trends for 2010
Art Nights @ Gate Village
Welcome Note

Happy New Year to all our readers! The New Year is ripe with possibilities, new goals and new
experiences. Whether your resolution is to get fit, try something new or just pamper yourself, the
DIFC Bulletin is full of exciting offers to help you start the year out on a positive note. If you over-
indulged this holiday season, then you should kick-start your fitness routine by joining our FREE Body
Balance under the Gate classes in partnership with Fitness First – back by popular demand! Looking
to update your wardrobe in the New Year? Then don’t miss Villa Moda’s stylist’s tips on the must-have
items of 2010 (and what to get rid off if you’re looking for extra space in your closet!). Art Lovers
mark your calendars – Art Nights @ Gate Village is a new monthly event that’s starting this January,
promising an evening full of art, music, food and more. Flip through our latest issue to discover more
details on these events, exhibitions and special offers.

The New Year also brings one more exciting announcement: our website has been revamped with
some great new features including our retail directory, photo gallery and, of course, the online version
of the DIFC Bulletin! Visit us on www.difc.ae/beyond_workplace

For the latest information on events, special promotions and more, join our Facebook Group: DIFC –
beyond the workplace

We’d love to hear your thoughts on the Bulletin!

Contact us on:
Email: bulletin@difc.ae
Tel: 800 DIFC (3432)
Website: www.difc.ae/beyond_workplace
Monthly Highlights

Newcomers

Aliel
Now open in the Gate Village, Aliel offers amongst the finest collections of precious stones in
the world. These range from important white diamonds to the rarest fancy coloured diamonds.
For each piece of jewelry, stones are hand-picked by a team of professionals comprising of a
gemologist and a designer. Aliel also addresses specific requirements and are a trusted source for
many long-standing customers.

Location: GV 01
Telephone: (04) 323 1113

BONZAII
BONZAII is an interactive flower boutique where you can create your own designs as well as buy
bespoke bouquets for all occasions. BONZAII ‘s accessories offers a comprehensive selection of
wrapping paper, ribbons, greeting cards, exclusive bags and gifts. BONZAII offers free deliveries to
all offices within DIFC. Opening: February 2010.

Location: Marble walk (adjacent to Man Moda and Zodiac)

Debauve and Gallais

The renowned supplier of chocolates to the Kings of France since 1800 will open its first regional
flagship store at DIFC. Debauve & Gallais maintains a tradition of making chocolates that are very
low in sugar, relying instead on high percentages of the finest quality cocoa available. Using only
the choicest and highest quality ingredients, the chocolates are made by hand in small batches by
expert artisans in France. The proof of Debauve & Gallais’ excellence lies not in archives, history,
medals and awards (of which there are many!), but simply in the taste. Opening: February 2010.

Location: Marble Walk

Timings: Sat – Thurs: 9:00 am – 10:00 pm; Fri: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

What’s New – Upcoming Events

Body Balance under the Gate

Back by popular demand! Two Body Balance Under The Gate classes are scheduled to take place
outside, under the iconic Gate Building. These classes are FREE and open to the public so book
early to avoid disappointment: www.registerwithdifc.com/bodybalance
• Tuesday, January 12; 6:30 – 7:30 pm
• Tuesday, February 9; 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Art Nights @ Gate Village

A new monthly series of events is set to take over the Gate Village! Art Nights @ Gate Village will feature a series of events
including artist talks and exhibitions, film screenings and panel discussions as well as live music and food. Art Nights @
Gate Village will take place on the last Wednesday of each month. Our first event will be: Wednesday, January 27th from
7:00 – 11:00pm.
Art Feature

Farjam Collection: A Treasure House of Great Art

The Farjam Collection @ DIFC opened in March 2009 as a non-profit space to display the world-class private collection of
Dr Farjam. Nine months on, the team has held two exhibitions, introduced i-Pod tours, First Wednesdays, and Art Soirees,
welcomed 400 children and students as part of School and University Programmes, and paved the way for an exciting calendar
of exhibitions and events for the coming year. DIFC Bulletin interviews Emilie Faure, Collection and Exhibitions Manager, to
discover more about the collection.

Apart from the fact that they are part of Islamic history, what are some of the themes that the Farjam Collection’s
Islamic art exhibitions represent?
There are a number of themes that group together the rich variety of works in the Collection. It is an immensely broad
collection with pieces originating from the entire history of Islam. The Farjam Collection @ DIFC holds regular exhibitions
that group these works thematically, offering new readings into some of the finest Islamic works of art ever produced. All
our exhibitions are curated and supplemented with educational materials that allow audiences to gain further insights into
the exquisite pieces. Our first exhibition was titled “Highlights of Islamic Art” and the second “The Holy Qur’an”. The
catalogues of both exhibitions are available to download from our website.

Can you tell us more about the Quranic works of art in the Collection featured in your exhibition The Holy
Qur’an?
The Holy Qur’an exhibition, held in August 2009, featured Qur’anic manuscripts from across the vast region extending from
Andalusia to Mughal India. Some of the pieces featured in the event, written in early Kufic script, are some of the oldest
copies of the Qur’an ever made. The exhibition allowed visitors to compare this more graphic style of calligraphy with
the beautifully illuminated works of a later period. One of the highlights of the exhibition was a striking Ka’aba Curtain
Door from 1828, weaved in silver and gold. A section from the Baysunqur Quran proved a particular favourite with the
children taking part in our school programmes. This fragment, which was part of one of the largest holy books ever made,
measuring 170 cm in height, is one of the finest examples of Mohaqqaq script. We’ve designed the exhibition to appeal
to all visitors, ranging from those who are familiar with Qur’anic manuscripts to those who have never seen one. In both
cases, the information provided about calligraphic practices and styles of illumination allow visitors to look at the works
from many perspectives.
On-site educational programming is an integral part of the activities of Farjam Collection @ DIFC. How have the
programmes been received?
At The Farjam Collection @ DIFC, we consider education as the key to enhancing public engagement with art. We offer a
number of educational programmes that are free and open to the public. The popular First Wednesdays series is held on
the first Wednesday of every month at 1.00 pm; visitors are given a short guided tour of the exhibition by an expert in the
field. Each week, we have a new expert.

We are particularly pleased with the success of our School & University Programmes launched in November 2009. School
children are introduced to the exhibition and given activity sheets to complete before undertaking art and craft activities
based on the works they have learned about. Also as part of the programme, university students are led through
personalised guided tours of the exhibition that give them a chance to appreciate and draw some of the pieces in their
own time. More information about these programmes as well as details of forthcoming Panel Discussions can be found at
www.farjamcollection.com

What are some of Farjam Collection’s major exhibitions planned for 2010?
The pieces in the Farjam Collection are diverse going even beyond the sphere of Islamic art. The rich diversity of the
collection gives us an opportunity to organise exhibitions that highlight many different periods and styles.

Our next exhibition will reveal an aspect of the collection not yet showcased at The Farjam Collection @ DIFC. “From
Matisse to Warhol: Works on Paper by Modern Masters” celebrates the medium of paper, offering visitors a rare insight into
the creative process of some of the most talented draftsmen of the modern era. The exhibition features works of renowned
artists including Picasso, Dali and Chagall that have never been seen before by the public. This will be followed by the “Iran
Inside Out” exhibition focused on contemporary art that will be held during Art Dubai in March. The show first opened at
The Chelsea Art Museum in New York during the summer.
Art Exhibitions

Artspace
January 2010: Hussein Madi Exhibition (January 12 – February 11, 2010)
Hussein Madi, painter, sculptor and printmaker, is considered among the Arab world’s foremost artists. His joyful experiments
in colour and form have resulted in a unique body of work that relates to modern artists like Matisse and Picasso as well
as to the principles of divine harmony that inform the abstract designs of Islamic art. Whether in two or three dimensions,
Madi’s lines sing with a spontaneous freedom that belies the careful, even exacting, calculations that the artist invests in
each work. Madi’s art has been viewed by thousands of people around the world at such venues as the British Museums,
the Venice Biennale and Tokyo’s Ueno Museum.

February 2010: Zakaria Ramhani Exhibition (February 14 – March 11, 2010)

As the son of a father renowned for his typically Moroccan and traditional paintings of scenery, portraits and still life’s,
Zakaria Ramhani learned the art of painting very early in the family studio. After school and college, where he was trained
in art and education, he developed a universe of isolated and expressive human figures that, placed in the foreground of
compositions saturated with colours and symbolic objects but devoid of a clear narrative, compel feelings of idleness and
desolation in the spectator. In 2006, Zakaria was the youngest person from his country to receive a bursary from the French
government to participate in a creative residency at the Cité Internationale des arts in Paris.
Location: GV 03
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 10 am – 8 pm; Sat: 9:30 am – 8 pm (closed Friday)
Tel: (04) 323 0820

The Empty Quarter

January 2010: Sacred Sights of India (January 5 – February 5, 2010)
The Empty Quarter Fine Art Photography Gallery proudly presents an exhibition of rare vintage and contemporary
photographic prints on India. In a country as vast and paradoxical as India Rich in culture, tradition and a generosity
of spirit, this remarkable Exhibition brings the images from a world nearly forgotten, where the people continue to live
their traditional lifestyles largely undisturbed. It illustrates the people and their land so unique that the patterns of their
environment seem to radiate throughout their beings. This fascinating journey explores together a varied group of images
from the late 19th century overview of Calcutta by Bourne and Shepard to the poignant images the women of Falkland
Road, in Bombay by some of the most iconic renowned photographers in the world from Henri Cartier Bresson, Mary Ellen
Mark and Mark Riboud , Eduard Boubat , Bruno Barbey.

February 2010: Prix PICTET “Earth” (February 9 – March 5, 2010)

The Prix PICTET Photography exhibition, sponsored by the Geneva private bank Pictet & Cie, is the world’s first prize
dedicated to photography and sustainability. The show has a unique mandate – to use the power of photography to
communicate crucial messages to a global audience; and it has a unique goal – art of the highest order, applied to the
immense social and environmental threats of the new millennium. The shortlisted artists will be exhibited at The Empty
Quarter in Dubai.
Location: GV 02
Timings: Daily 10 am – 10 pm
Tel: (04) 323 1524
Fashion Feature

The New Year signifies fresh starts and new looks and the Villa Moda team is here to help guide you on the fashion trends
of 2010 – the must-have items for your wardrobe as well as what to chuck!

What’s HOT in 2010:

1. Statement Shoes – a pair of statement shoes can make your whole outfit. Bold colours,
jewels and extra high heels are just some of the styles you’ll be seeing in stores. The key to
wearing statement shoes is to keep the rest of your outfit simple; accessorize with a plain
clutch and let your feet do the talking!

2. Over-the-Knee Boots – arguably the hottest trend of A/W fashion, the thigh-high and
over-the-knee boots is fast becoming a staple in every fashionista’s wardrobe. If you’re
looking for an easy to wear look then genuine leather and suede materials are your best
options, or, for a cozier look, sheerling or wool lining. Pair your boots with short dresses
and skirts or ultra-skinny jeans for on-trend looks.

3. Capes – the more sophisticated ancestor of the poncho is making a comeback.

From high fashion to high street, this outerwear garment was all over the Autumn/
Winter runways. Paired with high heels or flats, the cape looks equally great.

Other Trends for 2010:

• Cocktail dresses; play it safe and avoid dresses that are really short. Instead,
opt for knee length for a chic and elegant look and pay attention to cut and fit.
• Accessories: waistcoats, brooches, bow blouses, ruffles, very tailored jackets,
high waist trousers.
• Pastel shades of all colours for a relaxed, summer look.
• Chiffon

What to DITCH in 2010:

1. Double Denim – the revival of 80’s fashion also brought us one of history’s worst fashion
trends, the double denim look! Avoid wearing denim jackets and matching trousers, which
will only serve to make you look dull and washed out.

2. Winter Wonderland:
Dubai’s winters may be mild, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some of the A/W trends!
Invest in quality pashminas, which not only keep you warm but also add colour to your
ensemble, and relaxed blazers.

For the latest looks and more styling tips, visit the Villa Moda boutiques at DIFC’s Gate
Village.

Happy New Year and Happy Shopping!

Villa Moda
 Hot Picks

DIFC’s retail outlets have a host of fabulous gift ideas for the holiday season; check out the selection of this season’s must-
have items below. For more details on these products and more, visit our retail outlets or call ahead – contact details are
listed in the directory section.

Dress, Roksanda
Jasmine Pendant, De Beers
Pear shaped Diamonds mounted into

Dress, La Petite

Dress, Rue du Mail

Green Tourmalines, Aliel

Bag, Roberta Di Camerino

Shoes, Nicholas Kirkwood

Bag, Roberta Di Camerino

Promise Ring, De Beers

Food & Beverage Promotions

Great food and hospitality are an essential element of the celebrations. Indulge with friends or
family in one of our casually festive restaurants; ideal venues for a celebration.

Dome Café
Enjoy the following promotions throughout the months of January and February:
• Early Bird Offer (valid until 11:30 am every day) – with every purchase of a cup of coffee or tea of your
choice get your favourite muffin or croissant for FREE
• Lunch Promotion: spend AED 100 or more on lunch and get one slice of cake of your liking for FREE (please
ask our friendly waiters for more details)
• Evening Special: come and dine after 6pm and get a 30% discount on your total bill
• Valentine’s Day Special: buy your favourite cake for your loved one on Valentine’s Day and get a 20%
discount
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 5
Timings: Sun – Sat: 7:30 am – 11 pm, Tel: (04) 363 7455

Gourmet Burger Kitchen

Even though Gourmet Burger Kitchen was a New Zealand inspired idea, it actually started in London with the first
restaurant in Battersea. Where once the traditional burger was seen purely as a fast food option, gourmet burgers
have knocked tradition on the head. Gourmet Burger Kitchen has created a nutritious sophisticated product using the
best and freshest ingredients available.

Today, GBK has a new menu with over 30 different kinds of burgers, and array of appetizers and salads to choose
from. The new menu has specialty steak sandwiches and many shakes to choose from.
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: 8:30 am – 10 pm, Tel: (04) 425 0188 / 800 BURGER (free delivery)

Joga Juice
For AED 38 during the month of January, Joga Juice is pleased to launch its “Meals Deals” offer, which consists of
the following combinations: Wrap and Juice, Baguette and Juice, Wrap ½ salad and juice as well as ½ baguette ½
salad and juice.
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 3
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 7 am – 10 pm; Fri – Sat: 10 am – 6 pm; Tel: (04) 425 0188

Lunch Box
In today’s fast world, quick meals are the norm. We, at Lunchbox, believe that there’s a growing need for quick meals
that don’t compromise on the health aspect. Enjoy the following promotions until Feb. 28:
• Catering Promo: for every food catering amounting to AED 600.00, company will be given away 1 fruit platter
for FREE
• 5pm Special: get a 50% discount on sandwiches and salads on display after 5:00 pm
• Double Meal Deal: get your Double Deal Meal for AED 45. Have your breakfast now and come back for lunch
with the receipt.
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 8 am – 10 pm; Fri – Sat: 10 am – 10 pm; Tel: (04) 362 1803

The Noodle House

From January 15 – February 15 enjoy an additional selection of delicious South East Asian desserts at The Noodle
House.
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Fri: 11 am – 11 pm (closed Saturdays); Tel: (04) 363 7093 / 800 NOODLE (for home delivery)
Proof Woody
Proofwoody is launching a New Loyalty Card programme! Please pass by our outlet and collect one!
*For every purchase of 10 items from Proof Woody, customers receive 1 free product of their choice within that
price range: (1) AED 1-10 (2) AED 11-20 (3) AED 20-35
*For every purchase of 10 sandwiches/salads/ready meals, customers receive 1 free meal of their choice.
*Enjoy 50% off all purchases of sandwiches/salads/ready meals after 4 pm
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 7 am – 9 pm; Sat: 8 am – 6 pm (closed Friday); Tel: (04) 425 0345

Sana Bonta
With the mix and match menu continuing to offer the flexibility to pick and choose, Sana Bonta has some new dishes
to offer including four different types of risotto, best ever tomato soup and even more choice when it comes to your
favourite pasta and pizza dishes!
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sat – Thurs: 10 am – 7 pm (closed Friday); Tel: (04) 425 0326

Testa Rossa
TESTA ROSSA CAFFE, a sounding name for an exclusive Italian Espresso Caffe bar. We are offering a wide range of
traditional Italian Hot & cold Beverage Specialties as well as typical Italian Food and Desserts (Jan. 15 – Feb. 15):
• Experience Winter special TRC Irish Cream Cappuccino & Mint Choco Latte.
• Traditional Italian thick & creamy hot chocolate in eight delicious flavors.
• Evening Special – 15% discount on all Food & Beverage products after 5pm every day.
• Pasta Special for food lovers – choice of one Pasta with Sauce served with fresh salad and soft drink for just
AED 33.-
• Prima Colazione - Breakfast Special – “Dolce Vita” (Coffee of your choice with one large croissant and fresh
Orange Juice) for only AED 22.-
• Freshly Baked Bread Basket to go with our fresh home made Italian Pasta / Salads. Choose from variety of
breads.
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 8 am – 10 pm; Sat: 9:30 am – 10 pm (closed Friday); Tel: (04) 425 0200

YO! Sushi
YO! Sushi is introducing a new delivery menu with Bento Boxes that are ideal for lunch and dinner.
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 3
Timings: 11 am – 10 pm; Tel: (04) 363 7093 / 800 YOSUSHI (free delivery)

Zuma
Relax on your weekends with ZUMA’s popular Friday brunch. An ideal venue for the whole family – children under 12
eat for free, one per paying adult. ZUMA’s resident DJ plays chill-out music while kids can escape to the supervised
Kids’ Corner.

Start with dishes from the robata and sushi counters, and then enjoy a main course favourite brought to your table.
The brunch ends with a luxurious dessert box. Priced at AED 185 for counters only. Full brunch priced at AED 285,
including non-alcoholic beverages and ZUMA cleansers and AED 385 including ZUMA beverages.
Location: GV 06
Timings: Lunch: 12 – 2 pm; Dinner: 7 pm – 2 am; (Fri – Sat till 3 am) Tel: (04) 425 5660
Retail & Business Services Promotions

Take advantage of our fantastic range of great deals available from participating retailers. Browse through this
guide to find the best bargains DIFC has to offer this month!

Boots
Boots Pharmacy is pleased to offering the following promotions:
• Promotion 1 (valid until Feb. 23): a wide range of interesting Boots products for only AED 10
• Promotion 2 (valid until Jan. 26): get a free gift from No7 when you spend AED 250
• Promotion 3 (valid until Jan. 26): save AED 100 when you buy selected items of Dermaglow for
skincare
• Promotion 4 (valid until Feb. 23): skincare 3 for 2. Choose from over 1000 skincare products including
No7, Botanics, Experts, Time delay, Boots original beauty formula, Nuxe, Bioderma, Avene, and
more.
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 5
Timings: Daily 10 am – 10 pm; Tel: (04) 370 0112

Champion Cleaners
Wherever you look, Champion Cleaners is there, catering to all your dry cleaning and laundry needs with over 35
outlets in Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi. With electronic tracking systems and expert procedures,
we promise the best service along with the choice for free pick-up and delivery.
• 25% Discount on all dry cleaning & laundry of your garments. Compliments of Champion Cleaners to
our new customers only. Redeemable at any of our outlets. Valid for maximum purchase amount of
AED 100 or less.
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 2
Timings: Daily 10 am – 10 pm; Tel: (04) 370 0200

Fitness First
January is the key time of year to make that resolution to get fit in 2010. At Fitness First we are offering a FREE 5 Day
Pass to the Club for all employees who work within DIFC*(Terms and Conditions Apply). All you need to do is call the
club and make an appointment to get your pass which is worth AED 500.

January also sees the return of Body Balance Under The Gate class on Tuesday 12 January at 18.30 and is a FREE event
so come along and book early to avoid disappointment. This is an outside event and is back by popular demand.

We also have another FREE event with the launch of our new Adidas Fitness Academy Classes. We are doing a special
taster of these 3 classes which are Yoga, Dance and Combat on Sunday 24 January at 18.30 to be held within the
club. All you need to do is make a booking at reception to secure your FREE place.
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 6 am – 11 pm; Fri: 9 am – 9 pm; Sat: 9 am – 10 pm; Tel: (04) 363 7444

Lunettes
Get 50% off select models of sunglasses and frames January 1 – 31, 2010.
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 4
Timings: Sat – Thurs: 9 am – 10 pm (closed Friday); Tel: (04) 370 0220

MAH Beauty Salon

MAH beauty salons offer affordable, convenient and quality beauty service suitable for everyone, with salons located
throughout Dubai. Join today, pay once off and every month you’ll be feeling and looking amazing with all the
benefits of this great flexible membership.
Join today, packages starting from AED 166 / month
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 7 am – 12 midnight; Fri – Sat: 11 am – 11 pm; Tel: (04) 363 7000
NStyle
NStyle is pleased to offer the following promotions from Jan. 1 – Feb. 28:
• Save by purchasing 5 of your favorite Nstyle services and get the 6th for free
• Upgrade your manicure or pedicure to a treatment and get a 15% discount + a complimentary 15 min
back, neck, shoulder massage. Valid from Sunday to Tuesday only.
• Purchase a full body massage and get a 15% discount. Valid from Sunday to Tuesday only
Location: The Balcony, Precinct Building 2
Timings: Daily 10 am – 9 pm; Tel: (04) 425 0347

Sharaf Travel
Let Sharaf Travel take you places this winter and offer a lot more with these special offers running until January
31st:
• On purchase of an Emirates Holidays package you could be lucky to WIN one night’s stay at the
Atlantis Hotel, Palm Jumeirah.
• Sri Lanka start from AED 2,520 per person; flights in Economy Class and stay four nights.
• Maldives start from AED 5,830 per person; flights in Economy Class and stay four nights for the price
of three.
• Get an unbelievable 83% DISCOUNT on SpiceJet when you purchase any travel service from us.
• Watch out for promotions on AirAsia to Kuala Lampur and beyond from as LOW as AED 99*
*Terms and conditions apply
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sat – Thurs: 9 am – 6 pm (closed Friday); Tel: (04) 363 7313

Spectrum
Spectrum provides complete printing services and stocks a full range of commercial paper to meet your printing
needs. Spectrum also offers secure and confidential printing.
• Business Cards in 60 Mins - Brochure Printing - Presentation Folders - Stationary Printing - Binding &
Lamination - Name Badges, Tent Cards - Flyers, Rollups, Pop-Ups - Greeting Cards - Invitation Cards –
Certificates – Copy – Scanning - Canvas & Posters - Graphic Design
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 8 am – 10 pm; Sat: 10 am – 6 pm (closed Friday); Tel: (04) 362 0566

Visual Optics
As part of the Dubai Shopping Festival celebration, the YEAR END SALE of up to 60% discount on all frames and
sunglasses is extended until the 15th of February 2010!

Wonderful gift giving opportunity that’s easy on your pocket! Big name brands such as Christian Dior, Bvlgari, Roberto
Cavalli, Gucci, Bottega Venetta, Boucheron, Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, Dolce & Gabbana, Mercedes
Benz, Fred, Tag Hauer, Porsche Design Prada, Miu Miu, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Armani, Givenchy, Marc
Jacobs, Escada, Ferrari and so much more are available!
Location: Marble Walk
Timings: Sun – Thurs: 8:30 am – 10 pm; Fri – Sat: 10 am – 10 pm; Tel: (04) 370 0500
Discover different areas of the District
Marble Walk
Nestled in the underground precincts of The Gate, the opulent Marble Walk represents the height of elegance,
with its collection of chic brands. Apart from the fabulous shopping, there are also convenient spots for coffee
breaks, and quick stops for essential services.
Avis 04 425 0305
Axiom 04 370 0322
Bespoke 04 363 7237
Bin Hendi Jewellery 04 370 0371
Business Solutions LLC 04 365 8067
Caribou Coffee 04 363 7131
Crème de la Crème 04 434 7409
Damas Les Exclusives 04 370 0442
De Beers 04 370 0023
Emirates Post 04 370 0242
FEDEX 04 425 0302
Fitness First 04 363 7444
Gourmet Burger Kitchen 04 425 0187
Hediard 04 363 7247
Lunch Box 04 362 1802
Mado 04 370 0377
M.A.H Center 04 363 7000
Man & Moda 04 370 0335
Marina Pharmacy Center 04 363 7484
MerCurries 04 370 0747
Porsche Design 04 370 0390
Proof Woody 04 425 0345
Rivoli 04 425 0358
Sana Bonta 04 425 0326
Subway 04 370 0900
Scuzi? 04 363 7486
Sharaftravel 04 363 7313
Smokers’ Center 04 425 0356
Spectrum 04 362 0566
Testa Rossa 04 425 0200
The Noodle House 04 363 7093
Visual Optics 04 370 0500
Zodiac 04 347 0825
The Balcony

The beautifully landscaped areas around The Balcony include charming water features and open air vistas
designed according to Feng Shui principles. It is an ideal setting for a warm cup of tea, a bistro-style meal, and
the stunning views of The Gate.

Al Mandaloun 04 363 7474 Precinct Building 3

Au Bon Pain Opening soon
Borders 04 425 0371 Precinct Building 5
Boots 04 370 0112 Precinct Building 5
Café Barbera 04 363 7394 Precinct Building 3
Café Bateel 04 370 0404 Precinct Building 2
Champion Cleaners 04 370 0200 Precinct Building 2
Costa 04 425 0341 Precinct Building 2
Dome 04 363 7455 Precinct Building 5
Etisalat 04 370 0341 Precinct Building 5
Hummingbird Early Learning Centre 04 370 0449 Precinct Building 5
Joga Juice 04 370 0304 Precinct Building 3
Lunettes 04 370 0220 Precinct Building 4
N Style 04 425 0347 Precinct Building 2
Nuevo 04 370 0370 Precinct Building 4
Ordning & Reda 04 370 0520 Precinct Building 2
Starbucks 04 370 0440 Precinct Building 5
The Edge 04 363 7770 Precinct Building 6
Urban Male Lounge 04 425 0350 Precinct Building 2
Yo! Sushi 04 363 7404 Precinct Building 3
Gate Village

The Lifestyle heart of DIFC, Gate Village is dedicated to art, culture, food, and fashion. A popular meeting place
for many, Gate Village is a great place to look for works of art, browse through boutiques, or savour a meal.

Aliel 04 323 1113 GV 01 Marni 04 382 5120 GV 03

Andrew Martin 04 323 1388 GV 07
Anya Hindmarch 04 382 5190 GV 08
Artspace 04 323 0820 GV 03
Caffè Florian 04 323 1833 GV 06
Capital Club 04 364 0111 GV 03
Cuadro 04 425 0400 GV 10
DIFC Centre of Excellence 04 401 9401 GV 02
Dries Van Noten 04 382 5130 GV 05
Issey Miyake 04 382 5180 GV 05
Jil Sander 04 382 5250 GV 01
Maison Martin Margiela 04 382 5230 GV 01
Nina Ricci 04 382 5240 GV 01
Opera Gallery 04 323 0909 GV 03
The Clinic 04 323 0900 GV 02
The Empty Quarter 04 323 1524 GV 02
The Farjam Collection 04 323 0303 GV 04
The Rug company 04 323 1161 GV 02
Tsumori Chisato 04 382 5170 GV 05
Villa Moda Men 04 382 5160 GV 07
Villa Moda Women 04 382 5150 GV 04
Vivienne Westwood 04 382 5140 GV 04
Zuma 04 425 5660 GV 06
How to get here

FREE PARKING after 5 pm and on weekends

Snapshots

From glamorous celebrities to celebrated artists, check out the photos from the events DIFC hosted last month.

Kamal Boullata exhibition (Artspace)

AmFAR

MONEYworks Bronze & Art Exhibition (Emperor Hall)

Opera Gallery – Aleco Fassianos & Timur D’Vatz

UAE 38th National Day Exhibition

The Empty Quarter – Dubai Invasion

Pilates Under the Gate

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