Unleashing the F&B potential of emerging markets

Unleashing the F&B potential of emerging markets

In a region marked by transition and transformation, food entrepreneurs have plenty of choice when it comes to choosing a destination for a new project. However, while emerging markets are brimming with opportunities, they also present unique challenges. Christian Salloum, managing director of BrandPortunity F&B Consulting, offers a checklist for businesses eyeing openings in changing landscapes.

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Risk vs. Reward: balancing the start-up scales

Risk vs. Reward: balancing the start-up scales

The challenges entrepreneurs face when launching a business are undoubtedly diverse and daunting. However, once the risks are understood and managed, they can be transformed into opportunities for growth and innovation, as Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, explains.

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Hotel guest room design trends for 2024

Hotel guest room design trends for 2024

As a NYC-based Urbahn Architects associate specializing in hospitality design, Ryan E. Bieber, RA and LEED AP, discusses the guest-room trends that will define 2024. 

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Meat and other treats

Meat and other treats

From traditional turkey to out-there oyster wellingtons, these inspirational center-pieces will set the seasonal scene and delight your diners.

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Igniting revenue optimization for fast-casual restaurants

Igniting revenue optimization for fast-casual restaurants

With everyone jumping on the fast-casual bandwagon, effective revenue optimization becomes essential to survival in a hyper-competitive market. Award-winner Judith Cartwright, founder and managing director of Black Coral Consulting, tells us how to achieve it.

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The future of work in the age of AI

The future of work in the age of AI

Digital tools can help individuals and organizations work more efficiently and effectively without burning out or sacrificing work-life balance. In this article, Karl Escritt, CEO of Like Digital & Partners, unveils the new technologies defining the workplace.

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Hotel renovation trends for 2024

Hotel renovation trends for 2024

With its iconic hotels, the Middle East has long been a hub of luxury and opulence. In recent years, however, the region has witnessed a significant shift in hotel renovation trends. Gihan Hafez, Interior Designer at LW Design, stresses the importance of keeping up to date with evolving demands in design.

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What is driving innovation in food products?

What is driving innovation in food products?

The customer is king: an age-old mantra that is particularly true in highly competitive global industries such as F&B. Mark Napier, VP of Dubai World Trade Centre, addresses the driving forces behind food product innovation and the role consumers have in shaping these decisions.

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Venturing into the world of Gelato

Venturing into the world of Gelato

Gelato has seen a whirlwind of trends over the years. Daniel Elias Halabi, the technical advisor chef of Pregel Benelux, uncovers the flavors and influences shaping this frozen dessert sensation.

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The EY Survey highlights a flourishing hospitality

The EY Survey highlights a flourishing hospitality

The hospitality industry plays a vital role in the economic development of major cities around the world. This is apparent in the case of Cairo, Makkah, Doha, Manama, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, as per the latest findings from the EY Middle East Hotel Benchmark Survey.

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