How AI and the metaverse can transform hospitality training
Mark Timbrell, leadership coach and MP UK at Phi Management Group, believes that AI and the metaverse empower hospitality teams by streamlining training, enhancing onboarding and aligning talent development. Here, he shares his insights and recommendations.
Market.us scoop reveals how facial recognition
Facial recognition technology is revolutionizing hospitality worldwide, offering faster service, better security and highly personalized guest experiences across many markets. Consequently, hotels and restaurants are increasingly adopting these systems to meet rising expectations while reducing operational friction and enhancing brand differentiation.
HORECA Lebanon 2025: A powerful celebration of the country’s hospitality and foodservice industries
HORECA Lebanon reaffirmed its status as the leading annual business and trade event for the hospitality and foodservice sectors, concluding its 29th edition at Seaside Arena Beirut with remarkable energy and participation
Oman’s hospitality growth highlighted at HORECA Talks
HORECA Oman 2025 successfully gathered over 8,000 visitors and more than 200 exhibitors at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 27-29, 2025. Showcasing the strength of the country’s hospitality and foodservice industry, the three-day event encouraged networking, dialogue, growth and collaboration through a series of insightful talks.
The evolution of Indian cuisine by Jitin Joshi
Jitin Joshi, chef partner of Culinary Arts Group, unlocks the bold regional flavors and innovative trends shaping Indian cuisine.
The battle of the cafés with Nagi Morkos, founder and MP at Hodema Consulting Services
Well-established business models and numerous success stories have combined to make hospitality and food and beverage highly popular segments for prospective franchisees. However, in a competitive market, brimming with brands, making the right choice is critical. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, considers the key trends and new opportunities emerging this year.
Spark by Hilton to debut in Saudi Arabia in late 2025
Hilton has signed Spark by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah in partnership with Al Musbah Group, introducing the brand to Saudi Arabia.
5 global consumer trends shaking up the GCC markets
Global consumption patterns are changing and, in turn, disrupting both consumer behavior and market dynamics across the region. Sam A. Jaoude, consultant and CEO at Madenlebanon LLC, spotlights five key consumer trends making waves worldwide and explains why brands operating in the GCC cannot afford to ignore them.