Earth Riyadh and Earth Jeddah to open between 2026-2027
Earth Hotels is expanding into Saudi Arabia with two new properties set to open in the coming years. Earth Riyadh is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026, followed by Earth Jeddah in the fourth quarter of 2027. Both projects are part of a larger development pipeline valued at over USD 202 million, which also includes urban resorts in Lisbon and Porto.
Coffee mixology: shaking things up with cutting-edge creativity
Coffee mixology is scaling new heights, with baristas, mixologists and even Michelin-starred chefs harnessing the richness of top-quality, specialty coffee to craft unique taste experiences. Victor Delpierre, gastronomy consultant, former world champion barista and former world champion mixologist at the Coffee In Good Spirits (CIGS) competition, maps out the latest trends.
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5 global consumer trends shaking up the GCC markets
Global consumption patterns are changing and, in turn, disrupting both consumer behavior and market dynamics across the region. Sam A. Jaoude, consultant and CEO at Madenlebanon LLC, spotlights five key consumer trends making waves worldwide and explains why brands operating in the GCC cannot afford to ignore them.