Homegrown Middle Eastern coffee shops have their day
Buoyed by rising demand, a new wave of homegrown coffee brands is reshaping the region’s specialty coffee landscape. From the UAE to Saudi Arabia, more outlets are opening for business, writing their own success stories and adding to a compelling narrative. Abdul Kader Saadi, managing director of Glee Hospitality Solutions, charts the rise of a movement that is both locally rooted and globally ambitious.
Eye on Kuwait with Mohammad Taha Nashwan, GM of Ray by Cloud 7
With more than two decades spent shaping experiences across lifestyle and luxury hotels, Mohammad Taha Nashwan brings a globally informed perspective to Kuwait’s evolving hospitality scene. At Ray by Cloud 7, he is leading a new wave of experience-driven hospitality to create a vibrant seaside destination for modern travelers.
Hassan Ezzeldine, CEO of Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon, on the future of retail
From navigating Lebanon’s economic crisis to expanding internationally and embracing artificial intelligence (AI), Hassan Ezzeldine has led Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon through a period of remarkable transformation. In this exclusive interview, he discusses resilience, innovation, sustainability and the future of retail.
