Tucking into a sandwich used to be about one thing - the taste. But in today’s eco-conscious climate, eating out is about so much more than seasoning. Single-use plastic, biodegradable containers and using organic ingredients from local suppliers are just a few examples of the sustainability spirit at Cassette, something the team says is a fundamental part of the ethos.

Tucked away inside The Courtyard in Al Quoz, the home-grown concept restaurant even kit out the staff in chef jackets made of recycled polyester, created from old plastic water bottles.

Cassette Dubai first opened its doors in February 2019 and since then has strived to improve its impact on the environment. From no single-use plastic, to recycled glass and metals, through to partnerships with local suppliers and organic producers, every little helps. It uses 80% biodegradable take-away containers made of bagasse, sugarcane fibre waste, as well as non-plastic straws and cold drink take-away cups made of cassava, an edible root, also known as arrowroot.

True to its French origins, the bistro offers family-friendly Parisian cuisine. Think fine-dining at café prices. The interior has been kitted out using salvaged and repurposed materials found in Dubai over the last 25 years.

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