Kuwait’s F&B future: tradition with a twist
The F&B scene in Kuwait is rapidly evolving, with chefs innovating to meet customers’ changing demands. Drawing on insights from industry leaders, we explore how Kuwait’s chefs are balancing adaptation with authenticity to create dishes that are forward looking, but remain rooted in a rich culinary heritage.
Ramadan trends in the Middle East
Three accomplished chefs take us on a culinary tour around the Middle East, sharing Ramadan food trends and essential menu items.
Unlocking the foodverse for F&B brands
As consumer behavior shifts toward immersive, online experiences, the concept of the foodverse is emerging, offering brands new ways to engage with customers through VR, AI and blockchain technology. Dr Jane Thomason, emeritus chair of the World Metaverse Council, author and influencer, tells us more.
The meaning of a five-star coffee in a hotel
Cleia Junqueira, coffee consultant at The Coffee Connoisseur Collective, believes that coffee is more than a drink in luxury hotels; it’s an experience. Here, she outlines the importance of specialty brews and unique coffee environments.
Latest trends and innovations in pastry and chocolate
At the recent edition of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh, a panel discussion was held to uncover pastry and chocolate’s latest trends and innovations.
The top bistro interior design trends for 2025
Chris Barnes, founder and owner of Broadway Interiors, has the lowdown on the bistro interior talking points for the coming months and beyond. Layered textures, versatile spaces and ethical practices are just some of the ones to watch.
Sustainable luxury tourism: at what cost?
Offering the promise of extravagance with a conscience, sustainable luxury tourism has become an industry buzz-phrase in recent years, ideally suited to today’s experience-focused, environmentally aware travelers. However, delivering it is far from challenge free. Glenn Mandziuk, CEO of World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, looks at what’s needed to ensure this growing segment brings benefits all round.
Luxury hotel market’s investment opportunities
The Middle East’s successful efforts to carve a niche as a global hub for business and leisure tourism are creating significant openings for investors in the luxury segment. Hala Matar Choufany, president of HVS Middle East and Africa, dissects the MENA luxury hotel market by destination, sharing insights spanning performance and prospects.
Infusing Saudi cuisine global culinary trends
The culinary landscape of Riyadh is rapidly evolving, becoming a vibrant hub of tradition, innovation and international influence. This transformation was the focus of the panel discussion “Exploring the Rich Flavors of Riyadh’s Culinary Scene,” held during HORECA Riyadh.
Trade exhibitions: driving direct and indirect growth
While trade exhibitions make a vital direct contribution to the travel and tourism sectors of host countries, their benefits extend well beyond these industries, ranging from the contribution they make to broader economic growth to the platforms they offer for cultural exchanges. With Kuwait’s Vision 2035 gathering pace, we look at how trade exhibitions are expanding in parallel with the country’s broader tourism development.