10 homegrown franchises to watch
Jennifer Pettinger Haines, co-founder of the Global Restaurant Investment Forum, shines a spotlight on some of the many fast-growing restaurant brands that are already making waves in the Middle East and look destined for an even bigger, brighter future.
Leisure Quest brings two star-studded restaurants to Dubai
Leisure Quest is poised to revolutionize Dubai’s culinary scene with TATEL and TOTÓ in Q2 2024. Both concepts are endorsed by Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal.
Destination MENA: 9 restaurant franchises with regional potential
As one exciting year for international franchising comes to an end and another begins, Farrah Rose, head of international development at The Franchising Centre, takes a globe-trotting look at some of the restaurant concepts causing a stir worldwide, from poke to Parisian pastries.
A new culinary destination with globally renowned chefs at The Link Dubai
The Link, the world’s longest cantilever, has opened 100 meters above ground, housing enticing culinary concepts by Michelin-starred chefs. Paving the way for extraordinary experiences, this architectural marvel is poised to become the beating heart of the city’s social, gastronomic and cultural landscape.
Pierre Herme Paris boutique opens at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
The renowned Pierre Hermé Paris patisserie has opened at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre.
HORECA Talks delves into Kuwait’s buoyant hospitality and F&B scene at HORECA Kuwait
HORECA Kuwait, the country’s premier hospitality and foodservice trade show, returned to Kuwait International Fair from January 15-17 to showcase the latest industry developments and innovations and bring together thousands of professionals from the region.
The 9 traps franchisors need to avoid
While turning a business into a franchise can be rewarding, the path to success is not always a smooth one. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, points out the pitfalls and takes us through the dos and don’ts when it comes to franchising.
Orfali Bros Bistro tops the Middle East and North Africa 2024
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants has unveiled its new list for Middle East and North Africa, recognizing those establishments that lead the hospitality sector across the region.
7 ways to build and sustain a viable F&B business
Bastien Blanc, CEO and board member at TroKadero Hospitality Global, outlines the areas of focus that should be in every strategy aimed at securing a restaurant’s long-term success.
The key to building a successful, multi-brand franchise portfolio
Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, shares his thoughts on what’s needed to create a winning formula for franchise concept expansion.