AI everywhere but with algorithms
Kelly Raskovich, executive editor of Tech Trends, highlights in Deloitte’s 16th Annual Tech Trends report that artificial intelligence serves as the common thread across nearly every trend. Moreover, AI will soon become a part of the foundational infrastructure of everything we do across industries and domains.
The first Lescure Best King Pie Competition in UAE
The inaugural Best King Pie Competition, organized by Lescure and ICCA, took place in Dubai on December 5 and 6, 2024. It aimed to spotlight Lescure’s ultra-premium PDO Charentes-Poitou butter, a product of the esteemed French group Savencia.
The Malt Gallery marks 10 years with new branch in Saifi, Beirut
The Malt Gallery Experience has officially opened its newest location in the vibrant Saifi district of Beirut. With its innovative concept, The Taste of Discovery, the location is destined to be a must-visit.
Hoteliers reveal tech spend priorities: and it’s good news for guests
Tech adoption is booming across the hospitality sector, with hoteliers keen to capitalize on the many benefits technology offers, as research commissioned by Amadeus Hospitality confirms. Joy Ghosh, Head of commercial Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, Africa and Turkey, Hospitality, Amadeus, shares some of the key findings on hotels’ tech-investment plans and demands.
Why ready-to-drink coffee is booming in the Middle East and Africa
Caroline Migiro, business development manager at Finlays MEAC, delves into the latest trends and dynamics that brand owners should consider tapping into.
Must-attend 2025 workshops at L’École Valrhona Dubai
As 2025 approaches, L’École Valrhona Dubai is set to offer an exciting lineup of workshops designed to inspire and elevate the skills of pastry and chocolate professionals.
From the source: a look at olive oil trends
In 2024, key olive oil trends highlight a growing consumer focus on quality, health, sustainability and personalized experiences. We learn more with certified olive oil sommelier and master miller diploma holder Amelia Bilbeisi, director at MAIDA.
5 experts on what’s causing ripples in the spirits industry
The international spirits industry is evolving rapidly to meet the changing demands of today’s consumers. Five industry experts get into the spirit of things and share their thoughts on the trends that are disrupting this key segment of the beverage market, which range from ready-to-drink and low-alcohol offerings to support for small-scale producers.
Five essential leadership skills for future-ready GMs in hospitality
Starting his career in an era of limited technology, Mark Timbrell, leadership coach and managing partner UK at Phi Management Group, used tools like the IBM typewriter and Telex. Over time, he has witnessed firsthand the rapid technological advancements that have shaped the hospitality industry. Today, as AI continues to influence the sector, he draws on his extensive experience and recent studies in leadership.