07. Thomas Arnel
Australian
Managing Director, Bull&Roo
Tom Arnel has worked in some of the most prestigious restaurants in the world and created a food movement within the UAE.
Early in 2010, he moved to Abu Dhabi as the executive chef for an Australian fine food retailer and restaurant.
It was during this role in Dubai that he met Sergio Lopez, whith whom he founded Tom&Serg, in November 2013 in Dubai.
The focus of the café is on serving good, honest, casual food with great coffee in a relaxed space. The outlet has filled a gap within the F&B scene in the city and appeals to both the local community and international visitors alike.
From its success came The Sum Of Us, and Common Grounds, as well as two licensed venues, Brunswick Sports Club and Muchachas Mexican Cantina. These venues are all unique, but built with the common goal of changing the dining scene in Dubai.
As of this year, Lopez is no longer part of the Bull&Roo management team and therefore is not involved in the business other than as a shareholder.
NUMBERS GAME...
Number of years in the F&B industry: 14
Staff: 250
Number of outlets in the Middle East: 06
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