Tasting Lebanese heritage at SIAL Paris
With 7,000 exhibitors and 400,000 exhibited products, this year’s edition of SIAL Paris (October 15-19, 2022) was an innovation-centric edition, reminding industry players that they are all active participants in the change that is underway and the importance of environmental, ethical, digital and demographic challenges facing the planet. It also addressed the challenges of food security, changes in consumption habits and the importance of scouting out new talent, as well as nurturing the “young shoots” who are eager to actively contribute to tomorrow’s ecosystem. This year, SIAL, the world’s biggest biannual trade fair, attracted over 310,000 visitors importers and distributors from Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Lebanese products featured high on the menu, with the participation of a selection of suppliers considered to be at the forefront of some of theindustry.
The hospitality educators: Philippe G. Francois and Jeroen Greven discuss curriculums and careers
With hospitality education adapting to new trends and technological advancements, we discuss curriculums and careers and with two educators in the field.
An expert’s opinion: Food for thought during the COVID-19 crisis
Daniel During, owner of Thomas Klein International, a Dubai-based hospitality and F&B consultancy firm, shares his thoughts about the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the industry.
Venture Group MEA to strengthen its presence in the KSA
Saba said that they are bringing their business as well as entertainment expertise. They will be developing a solid pipeline of projects across the KSA.
Radisson Hotel Group pledges to reduce plastic usage
This action will remove 57 million miniature amenities from circulation, avoiding the use of almost 500 tons of plastic annually.
HN Meets: Ramsay Rankoussi, VP business development – Middle East, North Africa & Turkey of Radisson Hotels
The growth is continued as those economies haven’t reached their maturity yet. Risks resides in the improper balance of demand and supply.
Lebanese Zaatar W Zeit to debut in Vancouver this December
Vancouver is Canada’s third largest city and one of the world’s most livable cities in addition to it’s ethnic mix and food scene.
EMR, the blockchain-based token rewards by Emaar, to launch this year
Emaar customers will be able to redeem the EMR tokens in Emaar’s real estate, hotels, and malls, and can be traded with other users.
UAE lifts travel ban on citizens willing to visit Lebanon
UAE tourists have always been major contributors to the tourism cycles and performance in Lebanon, whether in terms of hotel occupancy, or in terms of shopping, due to their high expenditure power.
New JA Lake View Hotel Opens At ‘Dubai’s Largest Experience Resort’
The resort has 348 luxurious rooms and suites, restaurant concepts driven by chefs of Michelin-star acclaim, 3 pools and a rooftop bar.
