Veggie Mania Group, a prominent force in the nation's plant-based culinary revolution, is thrilled to unveil GALA, Abu Dhabi’s inaugural and sole vegetarian gourmet dining establishment located in the bustling Al Zahiyah district (formerly known as Salaam Street). This grand opening signifies a pivotal moment in Veggie Mania’s endeavor to transform the vegetarian dining landscape, infusing it with a distinctive mix of heritage, creativity, and opulence, thereby enriching the UAE’s dynamic culinary arena.
Rooted in the values of sustainability, innovation, and superior quality, Veggie Mania has evolved from a modest beginning into a collection of brands, each committed to providing unique vegetarian dishes and experiences. They represent a comprehensive multi-brand concept encompassing producers, operators, and retailers. Praveen Kumar, the visionary behind Veggie Mania, remarked, “As the plant-based industry is projected to surge from $29 billion to $162 billion over the next ten years, Veggie Mania stands at the vanguard of this expansion, fueled by evolving lifestyle preferences. With an unwavering commitment to ongoing innovation and a culture that asks, ‘what more can I achieve today?’, Veggie Mania is poised to reshape dining experiences by pioneering new frontiers in vegetarian cuisine.”
“Building on our robust presence in the UAE with our flagship brand ‘Indian by Nature’, offering a casual yet premium dining encounter, the launch of GALA signifies a leap in standards, introducing a new chapter in gourmet dining specifically designed for vegans and vegetarians. GALA was conceived to address a notable market void—presenting traditional vegetarian fare with a contemporary flair, both visually and in taste, to captivate an international audience,” Praveen elaborated.
Situated in the core of Abu Dhabi, GALA’s mission is to make high-end dining more inclusive, accessible to the upwardly mobile demographic, while maintaining the exclusivity and elegance characteristic of fine dining. By integrating modern culinary methods and globally influenced presentation styles, GALA’s meticulously curated menu delivers a fresh and inventive dining adventure. This is encapsulated in its slogan: ‘Experience vegetarian like never before.’ The restaurant boasts a seating capacity for 82, thoughtfully spread over two floors, designed to accommodate diverse dining requirements, including corporate gatherings of up to 50 attendees and a private dining space, the ‘White Room’, which seats up to 16.
Discussing future growth, Praveen noted, “GALA represents the next phase in Veggie Mania’s aggressive expansion strategy to create a comprehensive ecosystem across various segments, services, and products. The group is set to launch multiple new centers in strategic locations throughout the region. Complementing physical venues, Veggie Mania is also developing an e-commerce portal to serve as a one-stop-shop for the entire ecosystem, ensuring a smooth integration of experiences. As part of this ecosystem, Veggie Mania is crafting a distinctive ‘Loyalty Program’ to foster a community of brand advocates. We are committed to establishing seven culinary hubs across five major cities in the UK and USA by 2026.”
