Five minutes with Julia Schamne of Mercure Dubai Deira

Five minutes with Julia Schamne of Mercure Dubai Deira

On the occasion of Mercure Deira’s celebration to mark the brand’s 1,000th property in the world, we met with Julia Schamne, cluster general manager of Mercure Dubai Deira, to learn about the hotel and what the future holds.

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Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai highlights the pastry and coffee scene at The Talks

Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai highlights the pastry and coffee scene at The Talks

Lebanon’s tourism landscape is an intriguing mix of triumphs, challenges and resilience. From the reflections of industry leaders to strategies for revival, we explore the dynamic forces shaping Lebanon’s tourism outlook in the face of adversity.

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Why desserts matter for high-end restaurants in Dubai

Why desserts matter for high-end restaurants in Dubai

Standing out in Dubai’s competitive F&B scene is no easy feat. In the fine-dining space, the challenge is even greater. Hospitality News Middle East spoke with five industry professionals at The Talks, part of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, to discover how desserts can enhance the overall guest experience and the other benefits of having a standout pastry and dessert menu. Here are six key insights gleaned from the discussions.

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Exploring the rise of pastry and confectionery brands in Dubai

Exploring the rise of pastry and confectionery brands in Dubai

Pastry chefs everywhere are using social media, particularly Instagram, to elevate their brands, connect with customers and showcase their creativity to a global audience. In Dubai, the platform has become an essential tool for building a strong presence in a fiercely competitive industry. Hospitality News Middle East spoke with four experts at The Talks, part of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, to learn more about the pros and cons of social media and why collaboration is important.

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The sweeter side of social media: how to leverage platforms and collaborate

The sweeter side of social media: how to leverage platforms and collaborate

Pastry chefs everywhere are using social media, particularly Instagram, to elevate their brands, connect with customers and showcase their creativity to a global audience. In Dubai, the platform has become an essential tool for building a strong presence in a fiercely competitive industry. Hospitality News Middle East spoke with four experts at The Talks, part of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, to learn more about the pros and cons of social media and why collaboration is important.

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Coffee Talks: What’s brewing in the UAE’s coffee scene?

Coffee Talks: What’s brewing in the UAE’s coffee scene?

Lebanon’s tourism landscape is an intriguing mix of triumphs, challenges and resilience. From the reflections of industry leaders to strategies for revival, we explore the dynamic forces shaping Lebanon’s tourism outlook in the face of adversity.

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A region ripe for industry investment: experts share their insights

A region ripe for industry investment: experts share their insights

The Middle East’s vibrant hospitality landscape and its opportunities for both investors and project developers will undoubtedly be high on the agenda at Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World, a key, three-day industry event for the region which opens in Dubai on September 30, 2024. Jonathan Worsley, chairman of The Bench, FHS World’s organizers, caught up with three industry leaders ahead of the summit to get their take on the openings for investors, the challenges and everything in between.

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HORECA Talks reveals Oman’s buoyant hospitality sector

HORECA Talks reveals Oman’s buoyant hospitality sector

HORECA Oman celebrated its third edition at Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre with an exciting new addition to the program.

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HORECA Talks on Lebanon’s hospitality industry

HORECA Talks on Lebanon’s hospitality industry

Bringing together the brightest stars, leading brands and most innovative concepts in Lebanon’s hospitality and foodservice landscape, HORECA Lebanon returned to Seaside Arena from April 16-19. 

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Exploring the rise of European pastry shops in Lebanon

Exploring the rise of European pastry shops in Lebanon

As a region, the Middle East has a sweet tooth, and pastry shops in Lebanon continue to thrive, especially the European kind.

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