Barbar debuts in KSA

Barbar debuts in KSA

Following the success of its UAE launch, Barbar has opened a branch in the KSA, bringing its authentic taste of Beirut to Taliyah Street.

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KSA in the spotlight with Maher Abou Nasr

KSA in the spotlight with Maher Abou Nasr

In an interview for Hospitality News ME, Hodema consulting services sat down with Maher Abou Nasr,  vice president of operations, IHG Hotels & Resorts in KSA,  to get the lowdown on Saudi Arabia’s hotel industry and IHG’s position in the KSA market.

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Micelle Prevedello appointed executive chef of Grand Hyatt Amman

Micelle Prevedello appointed executive chef of Grand Hyatt Amman

Micelle Prevedello began his journey with Hyatt in 2003 as a sous chef.

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“The Future of Travel Starts Now” with Juliette Losardo, WTM director

“The Future of Travel Starts Now” with Juliette Losardo, WTM director

World Travel Market (WTM), the global travel reunion, is gearing up for its forthcoming edition at Excel, from November 7-9. We sat with Juliette Losardo, WTM’s exhibition director, to hear her thoughts on the travel industry’s evolution and what’s in store at this year’s exhibition.

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RDCL’s “Keys to Recovery: Revitalizing Lebanon’s Tourism Sector” roundtable reaffirms Lebanese will to rise again

RDCL’s “Keys to Recovery: Revitalizing Lebanon’s Tourism Sector” roundtable reaffirms Lebanese will to rise again

On September 30, 2022, the RDCL, an association of business people who share the same vision of the Lebanese economy, organized a roundtable to discuss the keys to recovery and the means to revitalize Lebanon’s tourism sector. 

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Jumeirah Zabeel Saray unveils Arcadia

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray unveils Arcadia

In its efforts to act responsibly toward the environment and offer guests unmatched experiences, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray has launched a new farm-to-table and grill concept, leveraging on its latest urban hydroponic farm.

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Sneak peek into the reopening of the Phoenicia Hotel Beirut with Manrique Rodriguez

Sneak peek into the reopening of the Phoenicia Hotel Beirut with Manrique Rodriguez

Manrique Rodriguez, general manager of Phoenicia Hotel Beirut, takes us on a trip down memory lane and discusses the renovation of the legendary property, one of Lebanese hospitality’s great pillars.

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VINITECH-SIFEL is set to mark its 23rd edition 

VINITECH-SIFEL is set to mark its 23rd edition 

VINITECH-SIFEL, the global event for innovation and discussion in the wine, tree- and vegetable-growing sectors, will take place from November 29 to December 1, 2022, at the Bordeaux Exhibition Centre. The biannual event is forecast to attract 900 exhibitors, with over 70 talks and forums planned. Hot topics will include innovation, experience-sharing, scientific and technical meetings.

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Callebaut brings its iconic 100 percent dairy-free and plant-based NXT chocolate to KSA at EMF outlets

Callebaut brings its iconic 100 percent dairy-free and plant-based NXT chocolate to KSA at EMF outlets

Callebaut, the chocolate maker preferred by artisans and chefs around the world, has debuted its game-changing Callebaut NXT series to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. NXT offers 100 percent plant-based dark and milky chocolates, and is free from any traces of dairy.

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Gulfood Manufacturing 2022 set to highlight challenges and ground-breaking innovations

Gulfood Manufacturing 2022 set to highlight challenges and ground-breaking innovations

Taking place from November 8-10, 2022, at DWTC, Gulfood is set to be 40 percent larger than the previous years, with 25 percent of exhibitors new to the show.   

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