An expert’s opinion: Food for thought during the COVID-19 crisis

An expert’s opinion: Food for thought during the COVID-19 crisis

Daniel During, owner of Thomas Klein International, a Dubai-based hospitality and F&B consultancy firm, shares his thoughts about the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the industry.

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Rotana takes over the management of Damac Towers Arjaan by Rotana in Riyadh

Rotana takes over the management of Damac Towers Arjaan by Rotana in Riyadh

The new property brings Rotana’s total tally in the Kingdom to seven hotels and 2,087 keys with a strong development pipeline.

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Hyatt’s bold expansion across the Middle East    

Hyatt’s bold expansion across the Middle East    

An incredible 45 percent of the properties that joined Hyatt’s system in 2022 were based in EAME markets. With 10 percent of Hyatt’s 117,000 rooms in the pipeline, the area continues to contribute to Hyatt’s growth trajectory through 2023.

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Former Zuma Dubai GM, Florencia Beschtedt, appointed new GM of Operations at London Dairy Café

Former Zuma Dubai GM, Florencia Beschtedt, appointed new GM of Operations at London Dairy Café

She will oversee all aspects of London Dairy Café ventures, and will play a key role in meeting the brand’s aggressive growth goals.

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French meets Italian with chef Saverio Sbaragli

French meets Italian with chef Saverio Sbaragli

Born in Tuscany, chef Saverio Sbaragli grew up with a deep understanding and appreciation for Italian cuisine. He has worked alongside renowned Michelin-starred chefs Alain Ducasse, Alain Passard and Christian Morisse, who gave him the technical knowledge, confidence and credibility to grow in the industry. In this exclusive interview, we discover how the head chef of Al Muntaha is guided by three pillars — innovation, authenticity and creativity — to create magic in the kitchen. 

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New VP of operations for the UAE at Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA

New VP of operations for the UAE at Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA

He has more than 30 years of experience in the industry, having held several leadership roles with hotel companies such as Accor and Sofitel.

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Nobu Doha to host World of Nobu 2020

Nobu Doha to host World of Nobu 2020

The event will commence on March 25, when Chef Nobu Matsuhisa will lead a hands-on sushi masterclass, inviting guests to indulge in Japanese cuisine.

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756-room Grand Hyatt branded Hotel underway in Makkah

756-room Grand Hyatt branded Hotel underway in Makkah

Slated to open in January 2025, Grand Hyatt Makkah will be the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Makkah and the second Grand Hyatt hotel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, joining Grand Hyatt Al Khobar which is slated to open in 2020.

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Swiss-Belhotel International debuts in Oman

Swiss-Belhotel International debuts in Oman

Swiss-Belinn Muscat is a three-star hotel with 128 rooms, and various dining and MICE facilities.

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MKN’s Tactfully-Clean Approach

MKN’s Tactfully-Clean Approach

Elias Rached, Regional VP Middle East and Africa, MKN remarked on his latest promotion, the company’s latest projects and future innovation to be revealed this year.

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