Duncan Fraser-Smith joins GLEE Hospitality Solutions as managing partner
Hospitality expert Duncan Fraser-Smith has been appointed managing partner of GLEE Hospitality Solutions. Having launched hundreds of successful and high-profile hospitality venues throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and Australia, he brings over three decades of experience to the role. He also authored Create to Plate and is a regular keynote speaker, moderator and panelist at international hospitality trade and corporate conferences and events.
Food delivery app Cari ventures into the UAE
Built on the promise of 30-minute, free delivery, guaranteed dine-in menu prices and a 0% commission model, Cari is disrupting the food delivery scene and emerging as an indispensable and reliable buddy for Dubai’s best restaurants.
Barista Espresso partners with Spexal to empower the next generation of innovators
Barista Espresso, the leading Lebanese coffee brand renowned for its dedication to excellence has partnered with Spexal, a pioneering robotics company, to introduce a new coffee technology. The innovative and fun creation, executed by the NDU (Notre Dame University, Lebanon) students, is set to revolutionize the way people experience coffee. Exclusively active throughout the month of June, robotic creation promises to delight coffee enthusiasts and tech fanatics alike.
Official launching of Lebanon’s culinary nation branding promotional campaign to support Agrifood Export
During a press conference on June 15 at the Smallville hotel, the Lebanese Ministry of Economy and Trade and Fair-Trade Lebanon, in partnership with the Department of States’ Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) and under the auspice of BIEEL project announced the launching of Lebanon’s culinary nation branding promotional campaign aimed to support Lebanese agrifood exports.
St. Regis Gardens Dubai’s latest world-class dining destination
The St. Regis Gardens, situated atop Nakheel Mall and managed by The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, is an exciting new project that is set to redefine the dining experience. The luxury destination will showcase a collection of five restaurants, each offering a distinct culinary experience.
Redefining the gastronomic scene one restaurant at a time
With a plethora of new restaurant openings, the Middle East’s gastronomic scene is flourishing; some homegrown brands are even venturing further into Europe.
Saudi Arabia leads the way for new projects
A notable shift has occurred in the regional hotel construction landscape, which saw the UAE relinquishing its position as the leader in hotels under construction.
Modern design meets traditional living
Rabih Geha, founder of Rabih Geha Architects, offers his perspective on blending contemporary and longstanding elements to create timeless, awe-inspiring spaces, brimming with appeal and authenticity.
Consumer trends that the hospitality industry cannot afford to ignore
In today’s operating environment, pivoting from an established business model and adapting marketing tactics to accommodate new trends are a must. Vineetha Sony, Head of Trade, OCO Global, explains why acting on consumers’ changing tastes, preferences and needs is essential for both success and survival.