Dairy Round-up
Diverse and creative, these dairy-based and alternative delights include fresh ideas and new takes on firm favorites.
The dairy-free milky way
In a world where food allergies and intolerances are constantly rising, companies are responding with tasty, healthy and sustainable alternatives to items we consume on a daily basis. We spoke to two food professionals to find out more about the different types of milk available on the market and how tastes are changing.
Lebanese cheese? Yes, please!
Lebanon is a country known for its flavorsome food, not least its delicious dairy products. Barbara Massaad, cookbook author, food consultant and president of Slow Food Beirut, shares her insight on Lebanese cheeses.
Say cheese
If one thing’s certain in 2021, it’s that our enduring love affair with cheese will keep maturing. We spoke to two renowned cheesemongers and a cheese specialist to get a taste of the upcoming trends for this much-loved snack and essential ingredient
Heavy kitchen equipment in the spotlight
We explore the knock-on effect of Covid-19 on demand for heavy kitchen equipment by talking to eight industry professionals. Here’s what they had to say.
Keeping up With the Caterers
Catering has become a sophisticated business, with boutique companies rigorously tailoring their services to meet the needs of ever-demanding consumers. We asked seven big names on the Middle East’s catering scene to tell us about their concepts and the challenges of operating amid a global pandemic.
Looking up: tourism recovery in the UAE
Tourism appears to be picking up in the Middle East, a region that showed positive signs of revival in H2 2020. Nicolas Nasra, manager of Colliers International, tells us more about how the UAE is leading the recovery.
The golden market of glamping
While multiple lockdowns have forced many of us to rethink our travel plans, new forms of tourism have emerged. Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, explores the world of glamping, a trend that’s here to stay.
All eyes on 2021
With many pinning their hopes on tourism recovery in 2021, we ask Abdul Kader Saadi, managing director at Glee Hospitality, what he believes lies ahead for the hospitality industry.
Return of the vending machine
Coronavirus is revolutionizing the retail environment, changing consumer behavior and expectations. Consultant Chirine Salha investigates how vending machines are making a comeback in a new world of contactless interactions.