Renowned Lebanese F&B concept Barbar to expand in Egypt
Barbar had announced expansion activity covering several Arab countries, including the opening of 10 restaurants in Egypt.
The GCC’s food market in the next five years
Trends to keep an eye on include demand for organic and packaged food as well as tech advancements in food production.
Subway partners with Alhokair to expand its footprint in KSA
The new agreement kicks off a growth plan to nearly double Subway’s footprint of 210 restaurants in Saudi Arabia over the next six years.
House of Clouds launches first of many virtual brands
Kadwich, a Lebanese street food concept, offers a simple menu containing Lebanese-style sandwiches made with fresh and authentic ingredients.
UAE-born burger brand High Joint reveals its Saudi expansion
High Joint plans multiple locations to be launched and operational in Riyadh by mid-November this year, with pop-ups also in the pipeline.
Veganism in the UAE
Although veganism is not new, it has become one of the most talked about topics in recent times due to the boom in health and wellness, as well as environmental concerns. Abdul Kader Saadi, managing director of Glee Hospitality,, lifts the lid on veganism in the UAE and how the F&B sector is meeting local demand for meat substitues.
New executive chef joins The H Dubai
Chef Laurent Petit’s experience includes working for renowned hotel brands including IHG, Accor Hotels, and Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts
Multi-unit franchise agreement signed to grow Pizza Inn in Qatar
Founded in 1958, Pizza Inn is an international chain featuring traditional and specialty pizzas, fresh pastas, sandwiches, and desserts.
A dose of brût with Chef Youssef Akiki
More than a chef, Youssef Akiki is a changemaker who is dedicated to his role as board member of the Lebanese Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafes, Night-Clubs & Pastries and his consultancy work with the United Nations Industrial development Organization (UNIDO) in Lebanon. Today, Akiki is the owner and manager of the F&B consultancy firm Kitchen Backstage Company as well as brût, a unique farm-to-table concept that offers experiential Levantine cuisine.
The kitchen’s hottest rising stars
One thing’s for sure: the Middle East is bursting at the seams with talented chefs who are making their culinary mark. We turned up the heat and spoke to some of the brightest stars in the kitchen to learn more about their experiences at home and abroad.
