Japan crowned winner of the 2023 Pastry World Cup
Held this year at Sirha – Lyon, the 18th Pastry World Cup ended with Japan winning the coveted top spot, followed by Italy and France. The Japanese team, which comprised Moe Takahashi, Naritoshi Suzuka and Yusaku Shibata’s, was commended for its outstanding technical skills and originality.
Joumana Dammous-Salamé, managing director of Hospitality Services, honored by IRADA
It gives us the utmost pleasure to announce that Joumana Dammous-Salamé, managing director of Hospitality Services, was honored by the Federation of Businessmen for Support and Development (IRADA) for her exceptional contribution to improving and developing the tourism sector and the hospitality industry in Lebanon.
Highlights from the World of Coffee Dubai 2023
The World of Coffee Dubai 2023 exhibition, which was held at Dubai World Trade Centre from January 11-13, 2023, was hailed a huge success.
Horeca to debut in Jeddah alongside Salon du Chocolat
Jeddah is the latest city to join the ever-expanding HORECA Network. Taking place from February 7-9, 2023, at Jeddah Superdome, Saudi HORECA Jeddah will be held concurrently with Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie. We take a look at what’s on the agenda.
A spirited discussion with the experts at Whisky Live Beirut
Whisky Live Beirut took place at Seaside Pavilion from December 1 to 3. Bringing together 60 specialist producers, distributors and suppliers, the event offered visitors a rare opportunity to sample some of the finest international whiskies, including premium single malts, bourbons, Scotch, Irish and Japanese whiskies. Hospitality News Middle East had a chat with some of the experts at the show, and here is what they had to say.
La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs celebrates its 40th anniversary in Kuwait and awards Mohamed Najia “Bailliage du Kuwait”
The international gastronomic society La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs marked its 40th anniversary in Kuwait by bringing together enthusiasts who share the same values of quality, fine dining, and passion for the culinary arts. Hoteliers, restaurateurs, executive chefs and sommeliers were present to honor the association’s milestone.
Eurogreen held a press event in Saudi Arabia
A product presentation took place on November 7th at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Saudi Arabia, tackling the implementation of the EU-financed campaign “EUROGREEN” which aims to promote delicious European fruits and vegetables and raise awareness on it.
Preparations underway for Gulfood’s 28th edition
Gulfood, the world’s largest F&B and hospitality show, is set to host its 28th edition from February 20-24, 2023.
Lluc Crusellas crowned World Chocolate Master
The Salon du Chocolat Paris has crowned Spain’s Lluc Crusellas as the World Chocolate Master of 2022.
How major sporting events are spurring growth in the GCC
Over the past decade, the GCC region has transformed from a business destination to an experiential one, evidenced by an increase in international arrivals, private investments and government visions, initiatives and developments. Hala Matar Choufany, president for HVS Middle East, Africa and South Asia, and managing partner of HVS Dubai, outlines the market developments and what’s on the horizon.