Sharjah’s dining scene gets a major upgrade as Em Sherif Café opens in buzzing Aljada
The legendary Em Sherif Café is making its grand entrance into Vida Residences Aljada and it’s bringing some serious flavour.
Opening at the end of 2025, this newest outpost of the beloved Levantine eatery is set to be Sharjah’s most anticipated fine dining experience.
At the helm?
None other than Chef Yasmina Hayek, the culinary force behind the brand’s evolution and the freshly crowned MENA’s Best Female Chef 2025.
She’s also the proud daughter of Em Sherif founder, Mireille Hayek, and is leading a new era of Lebanese gastronomy, balancing tradition with bold innovation.
Yasmina’s take on Levantine cuisine is rooted in authenticity but elevated with creative twists and a world-class edge.
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Think homemade flavours with high-end finesse perfect for the Aljada crowd and beyond.
This fab restaurant launch is a move that transforms Aljada’s buzzing East Boulevard into a culinary destination for the entire UAE.
What to expect?
An elevated café experience where every detail is curated, from staff training to ingredient sourcing.
Yasmina’s team is set to serve signature Lebanese favourites in an atmosphere that blends soulful charm with cosmopolitan elegance.
And if Em Sherif’s Beirut, Abu Dhabi and Dubai locations are anything to go by, diners can expect packed tables, rave reviews, and flavours that linger long after the meal ends.
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