talabat recognises eight businesses run by female entrepreneurs on the platform

Tatiana Rahal, talabat UAE’s first female Managing Director, celebrates women empowerment and recognises eight restaurants and shops run by women entrepreneurs on the talabat app.

She commented: “I am very proud of the accomplishments of female entrepreneurs and their representation in the food & beverage market and beyond. I consider myself lucky to be in a field where women have been increasingly involved and to see them thrive, prosper and grow their business. Empowering SMEs and homegrown businesses continues to be a priority for talabat UAE and we want to be part of their growth journey, bringing their brands closer to their customers and helping them expand their online presence and reach. The success of our partners is our success.”

Home Made by Manar Al Maamari - Abu Dhabi

Manar Al Maamari is an Emirati entrepreneur who decided to leave the corporate world and follow her passion by starting her “Home Made” as a home project at the age of 27 when she saw a need for real home-quality food at affordable rates in Abu Dhabi.

Ghafat Hili Restaurant by Aysha Al Kaabi - Al Ain

Aysha started her business in 2020 in Al Ain with the aim of bringing Emirati culture and food to every home and give her customers the opportunity to enjoy the full Emirati food experience. Aysha was able to expand her reach and deliver across Al Ain with the support of talabat.

Something Baked by Sherleen Ali - Dubai

A homegrown bakery that serves traditional Arabic flavors with a twist to cater to the modern palate. Through Something Baked, Sherleen aims to take her customers through a trip down her memory lane through the mix of flavors she grew up with.

Casa Pons by Sara Riadh - Dubai

A family business that started in 2006, serving quality nuts, dried fruits and signature pecan chocolate. At just 20, Sara today is the Marketing Manager and has expanded the brand across the UAE with plans to continue expanding in the country and beyond.

La Burrata by Laura Clerici - Ras Al Khaimah

Laura introduced “La Burrata'' restaurant in Ras Al Khaimah in 2014 with the aim of bringing authentic Italian food to the northern emirates. Being from Italy herself, she is bringing not only the taste of Italy, but also the feeling of warmth associated with Italian culture to every customer.

Nusrat Biryani by Nusrat - Ajman

Holding a master’s degree in Science & Business, she took to experimenting with flavors and combined science with food to create the perfect balance of flavors, create a place for people who enjoy the taste of authentic Northern Indian food in the UAE. “Nusrat Biryani” launched in Ajman in 2020.

Shaghf Cafe and Mahraja Cafe by Iman Hussain - Sharjah and Fujairah

Iman is an Emirati entrepreneur and the owner of three franchises of popular, homegrown brands Shaghaf Cafe and Mahraja Cafe. Having worked for 16 years in the corporate world, Iman left her full-time job in 2018 to explore new business ventures.

Nam Nam Sweets by Afrah Obaid - Umm Al Quwain

Afrah started her business as a small cafeteria in Umm Al Quwain in early 2018, and soon after realized there was a need for sweet stores in the emirate and grew her business to a sweet shop that could fulfill the market gap.