Catering: rewarding opportunities and high growth potential
In recent years, catering has evolved into a highly lucrative business channel, attracting both fledgling entrepreneurs and established food brands. Christian Salloum, managing director of BrandPortunity F&B Consulting , explains what’s behind the catering industry’s rapid expansion and shares eight strategies for securing success in this dynamic market.
8 Homegrown franchise concepts with expansion potential
Combining local culture with the latest innovative dining trends, homegrown brands are eyeing new markets ripe for growth, including the MENA region. Abdul Kader Saadi, founder and managing director at Eighty6, pinpoints eight franchise concepts from the US and Europe that deserve a place on the ‘ones to watch’ list.
Outdoor retreats: enchanting harmonious havens
When thoughtfully designed, an outdoor space undoubtedly elevates the guest experience, offering visitors a welcome sanctuary and opportunity to connect with their surroundings on a deep level. Alessio Constantino, head of architecture at Bluehaus, shares his thoughts on how to successfully transform an outside space into a relaxing, restorative oasis, while tapping into the region’s natural beauty.
How to optimize AI technology in hospitality and event management
There’s widespread acceptance that AI applications today are a must, rather than optional, for hospitality marketers and event providers looking to maintain a competitive edge. Lovetto Nazareth, CEO of Prism Digital, has a 12-point checklist on how to utilize this revolutionary technology to enhance efficiency and create unique guest experiences.
5 Ways to unlock profitability through sustainability
It’s official – in the competitive world of luxury hotels and destination resorts, profitability and sustainability are no longer mutually exclusive. Judith Cartwright, founder and managing director of Black Coral Consulting, shares a five-point checklist that shows less waste really can mean more revenue.
7 tech trends revolutionizing the restaurant scene
Leveraging technology is a must for restaurateurs in today’s competitive marketplace, whether it’s to make AI-informed decisions or offer immersive AR experiences. Diogo Ildefonso, general manager of Glee Hospitality Solutions, shares seven tech-led trends that are expected to drive the dining experience of the future.
7 tips for tapping into the healthy F&B market
Consumers today are prioritizing wellness and sustainability more than ever before, which is inevitably having a major impact on the food and beverages they choose to buy. Duncan Fraser-Smith, CEO of Craft Hospitality Group, offers a seven-point checklist to help F&B businesses dovetail their offerings with this major shift in consumer preferences.
110+ hot concepts to watch
In what is undoubtedly good news for the global F&B sector, eating out continues to rank among the most popular pastimes worldwide, with today’s diners keen to try new culinary creations and also return to their favorite venues. Against this dynamic backdrop, we’ve compiled a list of 110+ concepts to watch across the globe, beginning with the brands causing a buzz in the MENA region and followed by others definitely worth keeping an eye on in Europe, Asia and America.
Qatar: a transformative gear change for the economy
Building on the success of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and other high-profile international events, Qatar is targeting tourism as major driver of growth in its plans for the economy. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services takes us through the latest sectoral developments and explains why the future looks bright for this key Gulf state.
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Franchising in 2025: which are the best bets?
Well-established business models and numerous success stories have combined to make hospitality and food and beverage highly popular segments for prospective franchisees. However, in a competitive market, brimming with brands, making the right choice is critical. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, considers the key trends and new opportunities emerging this year.