The path to zero waste
While environmental issues continue to concern the business world, many companies are yet to adopt practices that support sustainability. Daniel Solomon, founder of HeroGo, provides some much-needed food for thought on how hospitality and F&B firms can become more eco-literate and reach zero waste.
La dolce vita: Italy’s food scene
With Italy’s culinary traditions spanning thousands of years, it’s no wonder that the Italians are so attached to their cuisine. Dario Laurenzi, CEO and founder of Laurenzi Consulting, describes the country’s F&B landscape.
Commercial kitchen equipment on a green mission
Choosing the right equipment is fundamental to achieving success in hospitality. Innovative and unique technology can be extremely practical and efficient, as we discover with Helge Peter Pahlke FCSI, managing partner at KDREI.
The real secret to retaining talent
There is no real secret, per se, to retaining talent; it is all about having the right attitude so that employees remain engaged, motivated and happy. We learn more with Mark Dickinson of DONE! Hospitality Training Solutions.
The role of technology in restaurant franchises
Technology has changed the way businesses operate, especially in the F&B sector. Dr. Jassim Haji, president of Global Artificial Intelligence Group, discusses why restaurant franchises must adopt intelligent technologies to succeed.
Why Nikkei cuisine is making waves in the MENA region
According to Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, Nikkei cuisine is dominating the international food scene. Here, he explains its rising popularity, especially in the MENA region.
How to build a strong franchise
Whether you are a franchisor or a franchisee, there are several important considerations to take into account before entering into a franchise agreement, as Christian Salloum, founder and managing director of BrandPortunity Hospitality Consultancy, points out.
The rise of lifestyle hotels
Oliver Corrin, global head of interiors at Latitude, takes a closer look at the lifestyle hotel craze and the design trends defining them.




















Ramadan culinary trends around the Middle East
Four accomplishes chefs take us on a culinary tour around the Middle East, sharing Ramadan food trends and iftar essentials.