Producers and importers are fighting back with a number of safeguards to help consumers verify the genuine article. Baqer Mohebi Enterprises is protecting cigar smokers against the rash of fakers in the UAE market.

BME’s management and team hosted H.E. Ambassador Dominique Mineur of Belgium at the Innovation Centre.

Last December, Volvic sponsored the UAE version of Tough Mudder, referred to as ‘Probably the Toughest Event on the Planet’.

Innovating, moving forward to the next level and predicting market trends are key elements in fulfilling the evolving habits of consumers. Outdoor venues, pop-up markets and souks all boost the retail and food industry.

‘Festival Habanos XVIII’ was held in Havana (February 29th to March 4th) in an atmosphere of great excitement and interest.

This 2015 special edition Vitola, the Bolivar ‘Emiratos’, comes from a brand traditionally known to produce some of the strongest and most full-bodied Havana cigars to come out of Havana.