The battle of the cafés with Nagi Morkos, founder and MP at Hodema Consulting Services
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.
Going viral with chef Nouel Catis Omamalin
Dubai’s viral chocolate dessert told a story. Nouel Catis Omamalin, founder and CEO of Chef Nouel Catis, the visionary behind the trend, shares insights on the power of nostalgia, why imitation is a form of flattery, and how staying authentic matters more than patents in today’s culinary world.
The art of wine curation with Djordje Knezevic, head sommelier at Amelia Dubai
As Amelia Dubai’s head sommelier, Djordje Knezevic believes that wine curation blends discovery, storytelling and precision. In this interview, we learn how he leverages wine to create a dynamic guest journey that complements bold, multicultural cuisine.
3 experts on chocolate’s sweet success
Adapting and evolving to new trends and consumer demands, the chocolate industry continues to go from strength to strength. Three chocolatiers bite into the latest trends for us, from bean-to-bar production and online gifting to AI-driven customization.
