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Verified
Publisher and Editor, FooDiva
Dubai
Beats
Biography
Final Covers
dining,Food chefs, restaurants culture, Korean cuisine
Doesn’t Cover
Anything unrelated to travel, history or literature.
Journalist Type
Seniority Positions
Content
Total articles 63
By Hillary McKinley, Weeden Bauman, Erik Christensen, Cynthia Gaudet, Samantha Wood Verified, Elizabeth Linnell, Christina Wilson
Jan. 14, 2024
By Samantha Wood Verified
Oct. 16, 2023
By Hillary McKinley, Weeden Bauman, Erik Christensen, Cynthia Gaudet, Samantha Wood Verified, Elizabeth Linnell, Christina Wilson
Jan. 14, 2024
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Company Info
FooDiva
FooDiva - The Restaurant Whisperer is a Dubai-based platform known for its impartial restaurant reviews and culinary travel guides. Founded in 2011 by journalist Samantha Wood, FooDiva has built a reputation for editorial integrity by adhering to a strict no-freebies, no-invitations policy. This ensures that all critiques are based on anonymous, paid meals, making it a trusted source in Dubai's dining scene. The platform offers a range of services, including detailed restaurant reviews, culinary travel content, and curated dining experiences. FooDiva publishes annual restaurant guides and provides a free newsletter along with a paid subscription tier that features exclusive content such as interviews and industry insights. Additionally, it offers consulting services for food and beverage professionals. With a focus on homegrown dining concepts, FooDiva has become a key player in the UAE's food media landscape, attracting over 10,000 subscribers and contributing to various media outlets.
Dubai, , United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2011