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Dubai-based model and humanitarian Jessica Kahawaty has joined forces with her mother, Rita to launch Mama Rita, a food delivery concept that focuses on wholesome homecooked meals. The menu, carefully curated by the duo, brings generations of heartwarming home cooking to the public, fusing Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and International cuisine. Create a mezze-style spread at home by ordering a selection of nutritious appetisers such as Beetroot Hummus the Mama Rita way, served with cucumber and carrot sticks; The Superfood Kale Salad and Rita’s homemade shawarma. Pasta lovers can savour The Original Lasagna with a creamy bechamel sauce, while those who prefer rice can relish the Peanut Butter Chicken; an African-inspired dish made with juicy and tender grilled chicken, peanut butter sauce and steamed rice. Don’t forget to order delectable desserts including the warm Knéfe and Mama’s Special Carrot Cake; a fluffy creation with hints of pineapple and coconut. To order, visit mamarita.com.
Apt for breakfast, a snack, or post-gym fuel, the newly launched Tropicool packs feature the finest super fruits of the Brazilian Amazon. The pulps can be used for smoothies or delish superfruit bowls, so get creative and add your favourite toppings of granola, chia, coconut chips, nut butters and more. The açaí in particular is packed with antioxidants, helps achieve healthy skin, has anti-ageing properties and boosts energy and immunity. The pulp is also available in mango! For every two Tropicools sold at The Dubai Mall and Cove Beach branches, a tree is planted in the Brazilian Amazon. Order delivery via Deliveroo, Zomato & Talabat.
6 BBC Good Food Middle East October 2020
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Nutritious bowls
