Abeer Almutlaq is the founder of Wabi Sabi, Saudi Arabia’s first and only vegan restaurant offering a scientific and mindful approach to food.
Almutlaq brings 11 years of real estate and business transformation expertise to the food and beverage industry. With the country’s first vegan restaurant, Almutlaq has made a bold statement for the Kingdom.
She also serves as the director of human resources and administration at Almutlaq Real Estate Investment Co., where she directs, oversees and coordinates human resources activities through efficient implementation of operational HR processes. The role includes employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, employee services, appraisal systems, succession planning and yearly training.
With a degree in psychology from the American University of Paris, she has also studied yoga, life coaching and nutrition, certified by the International Nutrition Network and hypnotherapy.
Almutlaq became inspired by Ayurveda, an ancient medical healing modality that helped her understand the power of food and the connection between mind and body. This experience drove her to launch Wabi Sabi in the Kingdom. By September 2022, two new branches will open in Sharjah and Mirdif, expanding its presence in the UAE.
Wabi Sabi has a wellness center, restaurant and retail venue. Boutique, its retail arm, promotes nutritional supplements, jewelry, clothing, and beauty treatments featuring small and ethical brands. It also sells brands such as Alo Yoga, 001 Skincare London, Organic Olivia and Beauty Bites.