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Custom No.9
Founded and run in Dubai by Amy, Custom No.9 is a bespoke furniture and interiors brand with one vision. To end mass production and revolutionise bespoke customisation.
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.
Feel Good Tea Co.
Mohammad Alhawari founded The Feel Good Tea Company in Dubai in September 2019 by pure coincidence. Depression hit him hard after losing his executive job in the corporate world. After months of therapy, and of course binging on Netflix while snuggling under a blanket sipping on a warm mug of tea, he realised how much joy that freshly brewed tea made him feel. Be it a morning cup, a midday pick me up or an inspirational brew, tea brings us a profound healing, comfort and warmth. And so a light bulb struck! After a deep dive into the industry, he was shocked to learn about all the health benefits that came from teas and more specifically Chinese herbal teas. And so he began his journey to travel the world to find best feel-good ingredients blended in cup. His favourite tea, Mango Cranberry Fruit Punch tea brewed using the Feel Good Tea Monroe Glass Cup infuser, yum! 🙂
Camelicious
Over 35 years ago, the idea of a camel-milking facility was born at the Central Veterinary Research Laboratory (CVRL) in Dubai. Research commenced on a small number of camels that were raised with the specific aim to obtain scientific proof of the outstanding health benefits of camel milk as an important part of the traditional Bedouin staple diet. The ultimate goal was to introduce camel milk to the markets and by doing so, to make it accessible to a large number of consumers.
Bagel Yard
Inspired by Montreal’s bagel culture, Bagel Yard is where bagels are freshly made the old traditional way.
Socks Apart
We don’t believe in logic. We can hardly follow the rules. We are even bad in math (you might get a ridiculous discount). We try, we fail, we laugh, we try again, blessed if we succeed, in that order. You are not the only ones laughing at us, we are laughing at ourselves too. Contrary to what we’ve been taught, we consider these our strengths. Flying kick, sir.
Urban Nomads
Discovering jewelry has always been our passion – especially those pieces that we’ve collected throughout our travels. Pieces that are capable of sparking conversations. Pieces so unique you couldn’t find them back at home.
So unique & treasured, we wanted to bring these finds to you.
GULFA Water
GULFA, founded in 1975, comes from the natural sources of Masfout Mountains in the southeast of the UAE.
These mountains are highly fertile valleys that have running water throughout the year, which makes it the optimum source for natures best mineral balanced water.
Finchitua
Finchitua is an edgy, modern streetwear brand featuring designs inspired by tribal Ethiopia.
The label’s name derives from the Ethiopian word ‘finchit’ which means ‘the girl with a gap between her teeth’ – like the label itself, a ‘finchit’ is unique, distinctly African and considered a mark of beauty for the bearer.
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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