Behind the scenes: Baghdad’s hospitality potential
After years of conflict, Iraq is beginning to finally find its feet. Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, investigates how the country’s hospitality sector is shaping up and why the capital is proving appealing to F&B brands.
Minor Hotels announces its first NH Collection property in Dubai
NH Collection La Suite Hotel, the first NH Collection property in Dubai, is part of the 46-story mixed-use Sidra Tower development on the city’s Sheikh Zayed Road.
Radisson Hotel Group opens its first resort in Dubai
Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah, the group’s first beach resort, has opened its doors in Dubai’s trendy West Beach. Featuring 315 king rooms, 74 twin rooms, multiple swimming pools, a spa and three hybrid meeting rooms, the property has been designed with floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies, granting guests ocean views over the Arabian Gulf, the Dubai Marina skyline and harbor, as well as the Ain Dubai.
Tackling waste management in hotels and restaurants with Luminescenza
With over a decade of experience in helping foodservice clients achieve optimal efficiency, Georges Haddad, owner of Luminescenza, talks about waste management and why it matters.
Vegan talk with Fouad Antaky, advisory chef of Nestlé Professional® Saudi Arabia
Fouad El Antaky, advisory chef of Nestlé Professional® KSA, takes us on a vegan adventure tour and shares his favorite plant-based products from Nestlé.
Saudi HORECA Jeddah in the spotlight with Jad Taktak, CEO of SEMARK Group
Jad Taktak, CEO of SEMARK Group, is setting the bar high in the arena of food trade shows. We sat with the man behind the largest hospitality and foodservice event in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to learn more about Saudi HORECA Jeddah, which is debuting from February 7-9, 2023.
Sadelle’s opens at Mansard Riyadh
Mansard Riyadh has announced the opening of New York’s iconic restaurant Sadelle’s, which is owned by Major Food Group (MFG), the luxury hospitality company and creative force behind some of the world’s most celebrated restaurants.
A Victorian encounter with Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat
Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat, shop owner and manager of Victorian chocolate, believes that every occasion should be celebrated in style. Here, we to find out about her leading gourmet chocolate concept, the pastry scene in Jordan and what’s on the horizon.
Sicily Café E Bistro opens at The Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road
The Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, has introduced its latest dining venue, Sicily Café E Bistro, which boasts a contemporary décor that perfectly matches the hotel’s urban design.