Dubai's Sustainable Food Scene - Boca

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What makes BOCA unique?

BOCA is a casual fine-dining restaurant offering European- Mediterranean cuisine imbued with local flavours. Located at the heart of DIFC, BOCA is leading the way in the UAE's restaurant industry in terms of sustainability and environmental consciousness.

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Inspired by local ingredients

The homegrown eatery offers a one-of-a-kind menu inspired by local ingredients sourced from organic farms and fresh markets. "We take it as a daily challenge to present this slightly unknown ingredient in a way that would match any high-end dining experience.” Omar Shihab said.

As part of its commitment to sustainability, BOCA implemented a number of initiatives besides sourcing locally. The restaurant uses solar panels to generate 100% renewable energy. It also has an extensive waste management and recycling program in place.

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The award-winning restaurant offers a fine culinary experience with a menu that combines fresh elements from the Spanish heritage and the rarity of UAE desert gems to introduce sophisticated dishes.

The spotlight dishes are GARDEN IN THE DESERT, which consists of 5-day aged local beetroot topped with native UAE desert plants. Another twist of uniqueness is the pickled khansour blooms and salty Seedaf vinaigrette with Dibba Bay oysters.

BOCA team envisions a world where restaurants step forward and take the responsibility to work tirelessly in order to be more eco-conscious and create a positive impact on the environment. 

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Dibba Bay oysters are sourced locally from the pristine waters of Fujairah. BOCA’s chefs hand-pick their ingredients from fresh local markets to ensure quality and sustainability.

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GARDEN IN THE DESERT is one of the distinctive vegetarian dishes in Boca, which reflects  the meanings of sustainability, creativity and unique flavours.

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BOCA is a comfy casual fine dining restaurant that combines an upscale dining experience with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with a modern and sleek design.

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Omar Shihab, “We have been recognized with a number of awards for our  distinct culinary quality and enormous efforts toward sustainability, including the Gault&Millau 2022 UAE “Sustainable Kitchen of the Year” award.” 

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