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Fringe Society
Fringe Society is about creating a home, wherever you may be. As expats we often find ourselves living on ‘the fringe’ of societies around the world. Immersed in different cultures and beliefs, day-to-day life can be unpredictable and challenging, which is why our home becomes our haven.
Drawing on my love of natural materials, textures and tones, I find inspiration in the contrasts of my surroundings: raw & luxe | natural & manmade | bold & subtle.
Tawa Bakery
Tawa is a unique 100% gluten-free bakery and café in Abu Dhabi founded on a belief that eating gluten-free should never mean sacrificing taste or quality. Our original menu includes freshly baked breads, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas and desserts that are wholesome, delicious and made with naturally gluten-free ingredients.
Drop Coffee
Drop Coffee is a Dubai based specialty coffee shop revolutionizing the coffee experience. With a team of world class baristas from seven different countries – including Argentina, Venezuela, South Africa and Uganda – speaking a total of 13 languages, Drop delivers a unique coffee understanding that speaks to all. Our team uses the best quality imported coffee beans, roasted daily and brewed using nine different brewing techniques.
Charicycles
Our bicycles descend from a historic lineage of the Japanese bicycle. At Charicycle, we up-cycle bicycle frames to promote sustainability and a clean environment while encouraging a healthier lifestyle.
Every child feels freedom when riding a bicycle. At Charicycles, we want to make sure every child has the right to their childhood and the freedom that comes along with it. So we promise that every bicycle we sell contributes to funding bicycles for children in refugee camps in the Middle East.
Amedeo International
Founded in April 2020, AMEDEO INTERNATIONAL FZ LLC is a UAE based company that promotes ethical and conscious purchasing of environmentally friendly products.
Ripe
Ripe is a passionate company with a small but dedicated team, handpicked because we love what they do. We aim to promote healthy eating amongst UAE residents by providing easy access to the best and freshest produce. We also play a rich role in the community … supporting local farms and promoting local agriculture.
Emirates Bio Farm
Located in Al Ain as the largest private organic farm in the UAE, specialises in producing natural foods with considerable nutritional benefits, while satisfying its customers and caring for the environment.
AZRA
Born out of necessity, and desire to explore the world of leather goods on her own terms, Azra Khamissa started AZRA in 2015. An evolving offering has maintained its core values: minimalism, reducing waste, and keeping things very, very local. The foundations lay in the use of ethically sourced camel leather, designing the bags herself, and making in collaboration with local artisans.
Greensouq.ae
Greensouq.ae is an entirely new & unique online experience, where customers can browse through and purchase an extensive range of indoor and outdoor plants, gardening accessories & equipment, seeds, and fertilizers. The first of its kind in the region, greensouq.ae is not just a store, but a learning platform for budding gardeners. Our website provides expert help on the care of each individual plant we offer, at no extra charge. We also raise awareness on the need to go green, the importance of planting more, and the advantages it offers.
Why Go-Lokal?
We should support our local market (local products & local brands) by empowering people within the UAE to do business with local companies and local entrepreneurs that are based and operate from within the UAE.
By connecting the local community we aspire to support the local economy, making its unique brands better known, and create awareness for authentic tour experiences. Go-Lokal gives you access to all hidden gems the UAE has to offer.
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Mleiha
Mleiha, a UNESCO-nominated World Heritage Site in the Central Region of the Sharjah map, is home to a number of significant sites, including Bronze Age tombs and pre-Islamic forts. Fascinating artifacts and fossils were discovered here, including pottery, iron tools and camel skeletons. The Mleiha Archaeological Centre, which opened in 2016, houses these discoveries and even more artifacts that uncover ancient UAE history.
The centre also offers a range of tours and activities. You can explore the archaeological sites or venture into the sand dunes with a desert safari. Alternatively, you can also try other desert adventures like riding a quad bike or dune buggy over the sand. If you prefer to go on foot, consider trekking to Camel Rock for an expansive view of the desert. The surrounding area is a beautiful location for a desert camp on soft dunes and under glittering night stars.
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