How to better manage food waste in tourism
From hotel buffets to airline catering and destination events, significant volumes of edible food are discarded daily. UN Tourism senior communications specialist Megha Paul highlights why food waste is tourism’s most preventable challenge and outlines practical strategies to reduce surplus sustainably.
Insights from talks at HORECA Kuwait 2026
HORECA Riyadh and Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh (15–17 December 2025) at Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center successfully gathered the region’s hospitality and foodservice industry.
Insights from talks at HORECA Riyadh
HORECA Riyadh and Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh (15–17 December 2025) at Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center successfully gathered the region’s hospitality and foodservice industry.
3 smart hospitality investment strategies
Hotel investment in 2025 means looking beyond brick and mortar to embrace trends that align with the expectations and values of today’s visitors. Bastien Blanc, co-founder and board member at TroKadero Hospitality Global, has the lowdown on the trends that are reshaping the industry’s funding climate.
How to lead teams with EI and AI
While artificial intelligence is more than capable of handling your systems, emotional intelligence is what will inspire your people. Mark Dickinson, of Done! Hospitality Training Solutions, explains why mastering this balancing act will help to bring out the best in your workforce.
Starry futures: training for Michelin excellence
In the fast-paced culinary world, where trends shift daily and competition is fierce, the pursuit of brilliance has become both a philosophy and a necessity. With a Michelin star to his name, chef Luigi Taglienti is no stranger to scaling professional heights. Here, he reveals what’s needed to achieve true greatness in the kitchen, from skill and discipline to creative courage.
How AI cuts costs and predicts demand
Alexander Ponomarev, CEO of Syrve MENA, shares his perspective on how technology is revolutionizing the way eateries operate, optimize resources, and anticipate customer needs across the UAE.
Middle East OTA market accelerates beyond 2025
The Middle East travel market is experiencing one of the world’s most ambitious transformations, directly boosting online travel agency growth across the region. Vision 2030 initiatives, large-scale infrastructure projects and global mega-events are accelerating online travel agency (OTA) adoption.
The return of maximalist restaurants
Luxury hospitality is evolving beyond marble lobbies and fine linens. Norman Cescut, founder and CEO at Desita, has the lowdown on how high-end hotels are defined by emotion, culture and purpose.