MRA reports Middle East’s meat market disruption
Based on a 2025 report by Market Report Analytics (MRA), the Middle East edible meat industry is experiencing significant transformation. While traditional meat consumption remains dominant, the rise of plant-based meat substitutes is creating new dynamics, driven by shifting consumer preferences, sustainability concerns and evolving dietary trends across the region.
Accor accelerates premium growth in Cairo with Swissôtel Cairo West
Accor signs Swissôtel Cairo West, marking a milestone expansion reinforcing Egypt as a priority growth market regionally today.
Redefining family travel with Ozgur Cireli, GM of Rixos Bab Al Bahr
Family travel is evolving fast. From wellness to adventure, discover the bold trends reshaping multi-generational, experience-driven holidays for unforgettable memories with Ozgur Cireli, general manager of Rixos Bab Al Bahr Rixos Bab Al Bahr.
New Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Dammam slated to open in 2027
Aleph Hospitality has announced a new hospitality milestone after securing the Tapestry Collection by Hilton for Dammam. The upcoming 84-key hotel will be developed in Dammam, Saudi Arabia and owned by AREA Investment and Real Estate.
Eye on Bahrain with Tamer Farouk, general manager of Hilton Bahrain
Tamer Farouk, general manager of Hilton Bahrain discusses Bahrain’s evolving hospitality landscape, highlighting sector strengths, key growth drivers, emerging trends and Hilton Bahrain’s future plans.
Celebrating Levantine flavors with Dima Habibeh, founder and executive chef of AMMATOLI
We’re joined by a leading voice in Levantine cuisine, Dima Habibeh, founder and executive chef of AMMATOLI, to share her story of how she has brought the flavors, traditions and soul of the region to a wider American audience. As the founder of AMMATOLI, she has transformed personal memories and cultural heritage into a celebrated culinary experience
Gulfood 2026 poised to redefine global food trade this January
Building on the hugely successful Gulfood legacy, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced that the next edition of Gulfood will take place from January 26-30. The announcement has already attracted significant interest from key industry sectors during the 2025 show, reflecting growing anticipation.
Saudi Feast Food Festival returns from November 27 to December 6, 2025
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.
Cooking with heart with chef Rita Soueidan of Maisan15
Dubai-born chef Rita Soueidan, head chef at Maisan15, believes that cooking is an act of love and giving. True to her motto ‘Lead with love, uplift others and give back every day,’ she mentors youth with disabilities and supports underprivileged communities, proving that true hospitality begins with heart and compassion.
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.