FACT Awards 2026
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About FACT Magazine
Our Story
Since 2007, FACT Middle East has been the region's go-to publication for all things food, arts, culture and lifestyle. FACT has a regional presence in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain, KSA and Qatar, boasting unparalleled editorial integrity.
We're here to help you fall in love with your city
As a fiercely local metropolitan magazine, we give readers the lowdown on everything they need to know about life in their city and neighbourhood. Whether it's shining a spotlight on local talent, or showcasing the latest in dining, fashion, tech and travel, we've got our finger on the pulse of your city.
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Covered in the GCC
Team of writers, editors, and more
The Team
A team that cares about the story
We're here to bring you completely unbiased coverage of the region. Our team has come together with one mission: to find and break the best stories in the Middle East.
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Our Journey
20 years of lifestyle leadership
From our beginnings in the UAE to becoming a leading lifestyle platform across the region.
FACT Magazine is founded as a premium culinary publication dedicated to documenting the GCC's rapidly evolving dining and hospitality landscape.
FACT launches the FACT Dining Awards in Bahrain, using public voting, thus allowing diners to play an active role in celebrating the restaurants, chefs and hospitality experiences shaping their cities.
FACT Dining Awards launches in Doha.
FACT begins its expansion into a leading international dining, hospitality and lifestyle platform.
The FACT Dining Awards Abu Dhabi edition is launched.
The Dubai edition of the FACT Dining Awards has its first run.
FACT evolves into a digital-first media platform, extending its reach across dedicated websites, social media channels, newsletters, WhatsApp communities and industry events.
The FACT Dining Awards Riyadh edition is launched.
FACT Magazine launches in London, marking FACT’s expansion into the UK market.
FACT LIVE, FACT’s dedicated video production division, begins operations, focusing on premium visual storytelling, editorial films and branded content for FACT’s platforms and hospitality partners.
FACT Dining Awards launches in London, bringing FACT’s independent dining awards platform to the UK and celebrating the city’s leading restaurants, chefs and hospitality talent.
FACT Dining Awards launches in Singapore.
What we offer
Deep insider knowledge, so you know what to explore
A clear, distinctive point of view, so you know exactly who to trust.
Articles drawn from personal experience, so you get the truth, not the hype.
We'd love to hear from you
Whether you want to partner with us, pitch a story, or just find out more about what we do, we'd love to hear from you.
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FACT Awards:
Rewarding excellence
Established in 2009, FACT Awards celebrates the very best of hospitality and luxury lifestyle. Today, the FACT Awards are a global accolade, with a presence across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, bringing together a unique combination of expert opinion and public voice. Across hotels and dining, each category recognises Best, chosen by industry experts, and Favourite, voted for by the public — celebrating both excellence and the experiences people truly love.
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FACT Live
Bringing your brand to life, one frame at a time
Explore the FACT Production wing, FACT Live. Launched in 2023, we offer full-service video and photography production. From short-form social content to branded films and editorial reels, we create visuals designed to perform on your audience's favourite platforms.
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