It started with an inspirational statement: “We are a young country, proud of its youth”. Unbeknown to the visionary leader, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, these nine words would serve as the catalyst for Dubai’s newest home-grown Paleo health hub and creative workspace, Flow.

Due to open on March 19 at Jumeirah Emirates Towers – a downtown Dubai landmark re-energized by its housing of many innovative and futuristic projects led by youth – Flow is the brainchild of Emirates Youth Council and Her Excellency Shamma Bint Suhail Faris Al Mazrui, the UAE Minister of State for Youth Affairs.

Inspired by the healthy living and fitness scene experienced within the Emirati Youth community, Flow is far from being just another health food concept. Instead, the bespoke homegrown health hub is the living embodiment of both His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai’s relentless commitment to facilitate the prosperity of the country’s youth, and the youth’s quest to promote the healthy eating movement in the UAE among both Emiratis and expatriate residents alike.

“Flow has been created by youth to be a destination to connect and lead the movement towards a healthy lifestyle,” said HE Al Mazrui. “The correct diet ensures a healthy mind and when people are in this state – the state of Flow as we call it – they reach their optimum potential. Flow is where the UAE’s next generation of innovative leaders will connect, create and converse over nutritious food and specialty coffee in a space that nurtures creativity.”

A modern majilis committed to serving fresh, and where possible, organic and locally-sourced food, Flow aims to foster a vibrant, healthy and engaged youth community via its ‘recognisable food made healthy’ menu.

Handpicked chefs will utilise an abundance of delicious and nutritious vegetables, fruits and meats to create a sharing-style menu filled with healthy snacks, salads and small plates portioned just right. There will also be an extensive selection of daily grab-and-go bites, plus a mixture of vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and Paleo-friendly options. Fresh juices will also be on sale, with a unique ‘Juice of the Week’ mixed up for thirsty guests.