KSA in the spotlight with six trailblazing hospitality and F&B experts
On World’s Chocolate Day, four industry leaders tell HN what’s creating a buzz on the scene of our favorite sweet treat.
Celebrating the holiday season with renowned chefs from the Middle East
With holiday season fast approaching, we reveal the innovative approaches to traditional festive dishes from renowned chefs in the Middle East.
JLL reports KSA’s booming hospitality sector
In the ever-evolving landscape of Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and tourism sectors, recent data from JLL paints a vivid picture of growth and future of the kingdom’s hospitality sector.
Saudi Arabia’s transformation: a new chapter unfolds
Saudi Arabia continues to roll out its impressive mega projects against a backdrop of record tourism demand, despite also having to accommodate a challenging external economic environment. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, analyzes the strategies that the Kingdom is adopting for the next phase of its socioeconomic development, which include seeking out alternative funding options and new partners.
Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh on the horizon
The second edition of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie returns to Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center from November 25-27, 2024. We reveal what’s planned and what differentiates the event.
Looking ahead: Saudi HORECA Riyadh from November 25-27, 2024
From November 25-27, 2024, Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center will welcome hospitality and foodservice professionals from near and far for the 13th edition of SAUDI HORECA Riyadh. We share a taste of what’s to come at this key industry event, considered the largest of its kind in the Kingdom.
Saudi dining in focus with Amro Bagedo, founder & CEO of Kraiv
As founder and CEO of Kraiv, Amro Bagedo aims to revolutionize the dining scene in the GCC, leveraging his rich experiences from London. Born in Saudi Arabia and raised in the UK, Bagedo was inspired by London’s diverse culinary landscape to develop his own F&B concepts in Saudi Arabia. With his GCC-based hospitality group, he collaborates with the world’s most sophisticated brands to curate exceptional experiences in KSA, as he explains in this interview.
Growth on growth in KSA’s food delivery market
It is evident that Saudi Arabia’s food delivery market is highly competitive yet highly lucrative. Jamil Diab, COO of Grubtech, lifts the lid on the kingdom’s food delivery landscape and the strategies being adopted by companies to expand their service offerings.
Essential kit for the kitchen: Must-haves and ones to watch
In today’s high-pressure professional kitchens, chefs are looking for smart, top quality equipment that checks several boxes. We asked five culinary experts to share their essential equipment checklists and tell us about the industry innovations that have caught their eye.
Insights from GMs of luxury hotel in KSA
Saudi Arabia’s luxury hospitality industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by Vision 2030 and significant investments in tourism and infrastructure. A recent panel discussion at HORECA Riyadh highlighted the kingdom’s readiness to welcome international tourists, the opportunities in emerging markets and the pivotal role of community empowerment through Saudization. Key insights included the balance between market supply and demand, the integration of technology to enhance guest experiences and the importance of preserving Saudi culture and brand integrity. The conversation underscored the industry’s bright future as it aims for global recognition and sustainable growth.