Khulood Atiq is a specialist in Emirati Cuisine. Khulood Atiq is a specialist in Emirati Cuisine.

We are fortunate to have some pioneers here, like Suzanne Husseini, Khulood Atiq, specialist in Emirati cuisine and Mahrukh Butt, Pakistan’s first female head chef and recently at Sheraton Downtown Dubai.

Ok, we know there are barriers in this region ranging from cultural to security and working hours, and yet we see a fairly high number of women in non-food retail management here.


The question is, why can’t women make a break through in our industry?

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We can’t overlook the fact that this esteemed magazine and its sister publication are fronted by talented women. In addition, there is a good representation of female lecturers at establishments like Emirates Academy for Hospitality Management. What we want to see is more women influencing the future of the restaurant sector in the region.

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