IATA: Global passenger numbers to surpass pre-Covid-19 levels in 2023
According to IATA, global passenger numbers are expected to have grown to 5.6 billion by 2030, seven percent below the pre-Covid-19 forecast.
A new normal for restaurant architecture
In countless countries around the world, restaurateurs are taking the first steps toward reopening their restaurants. Interior architect Delphine Gebran explores the impact of Covid-19 on restaurant design and what we can expect to see when we go back to our favorite establishments.
Eye on the UAE’s restaurant scene post Covid-19
Trends highlighted by the report include the rise of online ordering, cloud kitchen and the relevance of tech in the F&B space.
Hotels: how to stand out from the competition
Differentiating yourself from the crowd is a task that demands the full attention of any hotelier, and the responsibility has become an even greater one in the post-Covid-19 era. Patrick Landman, CEO and founder of Xotels, an international boutique and independent management company, looks at how to attract attention for all the right reasons.
Hiring for hospitality
Hiring for hospitality positions is not always straightforward, especially when soft skills really matter. We hear what two hoteliers and two restaurateurs have to say about recruiting the right people for their organizations.
Ice cream: a look inside the cone
It’s fair to say that ice cream is one of the most popular sweets in the Middle East. Nagi Morkos, founding and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, gives us the scoop on the flavors and trends to look out for.
Why F&B firms need loss prevention strategies
With Covid-19 causing disruption to the food and beverage industry worldwide, managing costs and reducing waste have become more critical than ever before. Manal Syriani underlines the importance of loss prevention strategies and the variables to consider.
Planting the seed : how to empower the next generation
Although empowerment is one of the most talked about topics in business, it is not always well understood. Mark Dickinson of DONE! Hospitality Training Solutions tackles the misconceptions and highlights the importance of “moments of wonder.”
EHL’s 5 drinks trends in 2021
The world is slowly tapping into the post COVID-19 era, trying to reshape what has been drastically disrupted. The F&B industry is no different, and specifically the beverages sector.
Technology is changing the food & beverage industry
Nouhad Dammous, editor-in-chief of Hospitality News Middle East, looks at how innovation is shaping F&B’s future.