The Aqua Water Bar by Luqel harvests its water the old-fashioned way — from the faucet. The government says tap water is safe to drink and meets international standards, though many Dubai residents prefer bottled water. They offer to match the mineralization of high-end water brands, catering to all types of water fans, Alpine or Arctic-sourced. Such products have grown popular as consumers embrace healthier lifestyles and treat tap water with often justified suspicion. A water bar serving what it said was heavily filtered New York City tap water opened in the city’s East Village in 2012, prompting a torrent of criticism.

Source: The Star July 15, 2023 06:22 UTC