UNWTO: global tourism grew 4 percent in 2021
While international tourism bounces back, domestic tourism continues to drive recovery of the sector in an increasing number of destinations.
Small but mighty: kitchen equipment
A working kitchen cannot function well without small accessories, as we discover with three experts in the world of food who share their tips and favorite brands.
Where hospitality is heading
While 2021 has been a turbulent year for tourism, the signs are promising for 2022. We asked 11 experts from the world of hospitality to share their industry forecasts and the trends we should be keeping an eye on.
The coffee club’s insight into the industry
Coffee makes the world go round, as these five experts will tell you. Read what they have to say about the latest industry trends and why specialty coffee is on the rise.
What are the five key archetypes of travelers?
Emanuele Veratti, partner at Bain & Company Milan, and Karim Henain, partner at Bain & Company Middle East, expose their characteristics.
Global versus regional F&B trends
The Middle East is renowned for its prowess in introducing foreign cuisines locally, but which ones really stand out? Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, dishes up the hottest food trends in the region.
IATA: Global passenger numbers to surpass pre-Covid-19 levels in 2023
According to IATA, global passenger numbers are expected to have grown to 5.6 billion by 2030, seven percent below the pre-Covid-19 forecast.
A new normal for restaurant architecture
In countless countries around the world, restaurateurs are taking the first steps toward reopening their restaurants. Interior architect Delphine Gebran explores the impact of Covid-19 on restaurant design and what we can expect to see when we go back to our favorite establishments.
Ice cream: a look inside the cone
It’s fair to say that ice cream is one of the most popular sweets in the Middle East. Nagi Morkos, founding and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, gives us the scoop on the flavors and trends to look out for.
F&B investment outlook & key trends
The food and beverage sector has benefited from increased levels of investment over the past decade. Maya Bekhazi Noun, founder and managing director of The Food Studio, looks ahead and shares details of the investor trends shaping the F&B industry.