To refurbish or to build new?
It’s a million-dollar question and one that many hotel developers may need to ask themselves in the initial phase of project planning. Both options offer exciting opportunities, but also present challenges. Chirine Salha, board member of the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafes, Night-clubs & Pastries in Lebanon, weighs up the pros and cons.
Five minutes with Arshad Mahmood, GM of Mövenpick Hotel
Excellence and inclusivity are integral to Arshad Mahmood leadership mantra, As general manager of Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Ghala Muscat, he shares his experiences in hospitality and his vision for the five-star property.
Navigating opportunities and challenges in the hotel investment space with Aboudi Asali
Aboudi Asali, executive VP at JLL, brings over 25 years of hospitality expertise, leading hotel advisory services in the MENA region. We leverage his extensive knowledge to explore all aspects of hotel investment and development throughout the region, exposing the challenges and opportunities that exist.
Pinterest: a marketing tool full of possibilities
Despite often finding itself in the shadows of the bigger social media platforms, Pinterest offers restaurateurs a powerful marketing alternative, helping them to reach new customers and strengthen their online presence. Monica E. Chikhani, managing director and founder of MEC Workshop, explains why this visual discovery engine is still very much packing a punch.
A celebration of pastry and bakery excellence at Souk Pastry 2024
On October 7, 2024, Souk Pastry made its debut at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah, revolutionizing the UAE’s pastry landscape. Organized by Chef Middle East, the inaugural event united renowned chefs, premium brands and industry professionals for a memorable occasion.
Kuwait Hotel Owners Association’s hospitality report provides an outlook for 2025-2027
The Hodema Consulting Services’ Market Insight Beirut F&B Report 2024 offers a comprehensive, in-depth analysis of the F&B industry in Beirut, Lebanon.
