How to do business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Starting a business in Saudi Arabia offers a unique combination of opportunities and challenges, providing access to a promising market. Indeed, the Kingdom presents a structured legal and regulatory framework, creating an ideal environment for potential investors across sectors. The journey requires meticulous planning and adherence to local regulations to ensure success, including choosing the right industry. Dagmar Symes, CEO of Hill Robinson Estates, tells us more.
How the rise of modular experiences in Dubai is reshaping the F&B retail sector in hospitality
Nithin Mathew Thombil, co-founder of wheelsAHOY, believes that Dubai is witnessing a significant shift in its retail and F&B landscape. In this article, he explores the drivers behind this change, the cost advantages of modular solutions and how the upcoming tourist season is shaping up.
Portugal: a genuine culinary compass
Defined by both history and geography, Portuguese cuisine has plenty to offer diners,from its iconic sardines, fresh from the Atlantic Ocean, and popular cod, to its flavorsome Iberian pork and world-famous pastel del nata sweet treats. José Avillez, chef at Grupo José Avillez and a reference in Portuguese gastronomy, takes us on a culinary tour of his homeland, crossing mountains and coastal cities, with a little island-hopping in between.
Exceptional dining experience with four Michelin-starred chefs
Chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe gathered for an extraordinary culinary festival at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara. We spoke with Peter Gast (Netherlands), Andrea Sarri (Italy), Florian Berger (Germany) and Nicolas Isnard (France) to discover what elevates a culinary experience to Michelin-starred distinction.
The smart city: the future of living and hospitality in the Middle East
As urbanization accelerates globally, the Middle East is rapidly embracing smart city concepts to enhance growth, quality of life and sustainability. Custódio Barreiros Founder & CEO of EIP MGT GmbH, offers his perspective.
5 top tips for exporting to new markets
At a time when the region’s FMCG firms face a challenging economic environment, it makes sense to increase the focus on international sales. Sam A. Jaoude, consultant and CEO of Madenlebanon LLC, shares a checklist of essential steps to getting export ready.
6 ways to elevate your well-being offering
There’s no getting away from it, wellness, nutrition and sustainability are three buzzwords that hoteliers can no longer afford to ignore when looking at how they plan to develop their facilities. Judith Cartwright, founder and managing director of Black Coral Consulting, shares a six-step checklist on how industry players can meet rising demand for these services, while also increasing revenue.
To refurbish or to build new?
It’s a million-dollar question and one that many hotel developers may need to ask themselves in the initial phase of project planning. Both options offer exciting opportunities, but also present challenges. Chirine Salha, board member of the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafes, Night-clubs & Pastries in Lebanon, weighs up the pros and cons.
How to create a culinary landmark
Duncan Fraser-Smith, founder of The Cutting Edge Hospitality Agency and author of “Create to Plate,” discusses restaurant trends in Saudi Arabia and the broader global trends impacting the industry.
5 reasons to include TV in your hotel marketing strategy
In an age of digital saturation, television advertising offers hotels a not-to-be missed opportunity to engage with guests on a deeper level. Remote in hand, Lovetto Nazareth, managing director at Prism Digital shares five ways in which hoteliers can leverage this often overlooked medium.