The region in numbers
The Middle East consists of a diverse range of hotel markets that are stimulated by varied segments of the demand and investment sphere. Hala Matar Choufany, president of HVS Middle East, Africa and South Asia, gives us an in-depth look at where the region’s hotel industry stands and what’s likely to unfold in 2022.
Accor kicks off 2022 on a high note
The Middle East is an exciting stronghold for Accor, particularly with the 2022 World Cup taking place in Qatar.
Mindful Yuni Hotel Collection debuts in the region with Mövenpick Hotels
Guests experiencing the Yuni Hotel Collection will be immersed in a powerful blend of bergamot, grapefruit, orange and cedar.
Talking restaurant hygiene
Hygiene matters more than ever in the restaurant industry, as Naim Maadad, chief executive and founder of Gates Hospitality, explains.
Famed Mott 32 opens its first location in the Middle East in Dubai
The multi-award-winning restaurant Mott 32 has opened its first location in the Middle East. The venue, which Sunset Hospitality owns and operates, is one of the most eagerly awaited additions to Dubai’s food scene. It celebrates the culture and cuisine of contemporary Hong Kong by fusing traditional Chinese cooking with cutting-edge culinary innovation.
Pastry vibes with chef Brice Konan-Ferrand
Brice Konan-Ferrand, pastry chef of Valrhona, has chocolate running through his veins. We spent five minutes in the kitchen getting to know him.
Saudi Horeca – the best edition to date
Saudi HORECA Riyadh’s 11th edition was, according to its organizers, the most successful edition to date. We take a look at the highlights of the renowned trade show, which was held at Riyadh International Exhibition and Convention Center from November 22-24.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to debut in Morocco, Oman and Qatar
In the Middle East, the brand plans to grow its presence in Qatar with the expected early 2022 opening of The St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island.
The bright future of specialty coffee
Ever seeking new experiences, coffee enthusiasts are relishing the opportunity to try unusual specialties from far-flung corners of the world. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, discusses the specialty coffee market and why it’s heating up.
What’s trending in coffee?
Thomas Jefferson had the right idea when he said that coffee is the preferred drink of the civilized world. Naim Maadad, chief executive and founder of Gates Hospitality, shares his thoughts on what’s hot on the coffee scene.