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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 food safety culture,

commitment to nutrition, health and sustainability initiatives of the government, and

measures such as digital adoption and innovation in business.”

The sustainability standard entails indicators, including environmental responsibility,

social impact, and governance practices. Meanwhile, the standard for food safety

excellence culture incorporates indicators such as management commitment to food

safety, proactive measures taken to ensure food safety all along the supply chain.
Technology and innovation criteria will food on the efforts taken by the food

businesses to maintain advanced traceability and transparency in food supply, data-

driven insights, and decision-making.

Registration Platform

Food establishments that are interested in participating in the program can submit

their registration applications through the program’s online website. The program is

open for submissions until June 30, 2024, and can be accessed through the

registration link at dmfoodelite.dm.gov.ae.