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establishments in the Emirate for their excellence in standards for

food safety, nutrition, sustainability, social responsibility, and

innovation. The primary goal is to encourage these food enterprises

to continue surpassing and raising the standard of living in the

Emirate.

Sultan Al Taher, Director of Food Safety Department at Dubai

Municipality, emphasized that the program is the result of the

Municipality’s continuous efforts and steadfast commitment to

creating a sustainable food system. Al Taher also confirmed that the

food system incorporates exceptional health and food safety

requirements that strengthens Dubai’s position as a sustainable city

ensuring excellent living standards as well as guarantees compliance

with the highest international standards for safety and sustainability.

The program’s primary objective is to honor and recognize food

organizations and entities that have made significant contributions

to the advancement of this system and bolstering Dubai’s status as a

global trade hub in support of the objectives of the Dubai Food

Security Strategy.”

Categories and Standards

Al Taher stated: “Al Taher stated: “The program will recognize food

businesses from three distinct categories. Three restaurants each

will be selected from independent dine-in restaurants; restaurants

that are a part of hotels; and fast-food outlets and cafeteria. The

food establishments will be evaluated and selected based on five

specific criteria, which include measures taken to foster a robust

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