What’s On The Table?
There’s no doubt that; COVID-19 has changed our lives irreversibly, especially when it comes to dining. We speak to eight industry professionals to learn more about the impact that the pandemic has had when it comes to choosing tableware and glassware, as well as the latest market trends and forecasts.
Interview with Phillip Jones of The Royal Commission for AlUla
The priority for RCU at the moment is to continue to build our experiences in a way that focuses on conversation and light-touch AlUla tourism.
Eye on: Spain in the Spotlight
Spain has always been known as an exciting culinary destination. But with COVID-19 putting a massive strain on many restaurants in the country, we ask five professionals to share their experiences.
Market Update: Jordan
Three GMs share their views on Jordan’s hospitality sector and the effects that Covid-19 has had on both the local and broader tourism industry .
IHG announces the retirement of Pascal Gauvin MD, IMEA and appointment of a new leadership
Gauvin was appointed as COO of IMEA in 2011 and MD of IMEA in 2017. He has been with IHG for over 28 years of his 40-year career in hospitality.
New chef de cuisine joins Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
Beginning his culinary career in 1996 as a Chef and Banquet Chef Roll, he has collected significant experiences in various Japanese and international restaurants and five-star hotels.
318-room Al Jaddaf Rotana set for November 2020 opening
The property will encompass five dining venues, a fitness and wellness center and an outdoor swimming pool as well as six meeting rooms.
Nestlé appointed Remy Ejel as Chairman & CEO Middle East & North Africa
Ejel joined Nestlé in Saudi Arabia in 1998 and held various executive positions in different markets and countries over the years.
Wine trends with Bhatia Dheeraj, head of wine at The Lana, Dubai
Bhatia Dheeraj, one of Australia’s top sommeliers, leads award-winning programs at prestigious venues. Recognized with accolades such as Best Sommelier at World Gourmet Summit and Champion of Ruinart Sommelier Challenge, Dheeraj has also won the Judy Hirst Award. Here he uncorks the wine trends that are swiping the nation.
What do you know about UNWTO’s Tourism Recovery Tracker
It covers key tourism performance indicators by month, regions and subregions allowing for a real time comparison of the sector recovery across the world and industries.
