Social media; the new essential for coffee shops
Today’s content-creating crowd are looking for Instagrammable places to hang out, drink, eat and, above all, post. Christian Salloum, managing director of BrandPortunity F&B Consulting, explains why savvy business owners leaning into this social media trend are giving themselves an edge.
A viral cookie sensation with Sid Jayakrishnan, founder of Silly Goose
Silly Goose is quickly becoming one of the top contenders for the best cookies in Dubai. We sat down with Sid Jayakrishnan, an architect-turned-cookie-maker and the brand’s founder, to find out more about the growing fanbase that’s hooked on his delicious creations.
Why coffee brands need to tell stories
In a highly competitive environment, coffee brands have to do much more than just sell coffee to achieve success – they have to tell its story. Coffee consultant Cleia Junqueira has the lowdown on how businesses can use the powerful tool of storytelling to create long-lasting connections, stand out from the crowd and generate customer loyalty.
How to make menu innovation a win-win for your business
When strategically designed and well-engineered, a menu can help to improve operational efficiency and enhance the dining experience. Diogo Ildefonso, general manager of Glee Hospitality Solutions, explains how to transform your menu into a powerful driver of profitability.
Seven Sisters set to open in Q4 of 2025 says Rabih Fakhreddine, founder and group CEO of 7 Management
7 Management has announced its partnership with the prestigious Park Hyatt Dubai. The two companies are set to relaunch Seven Sisters, one of Dubai’s most iconic concepts. Set to open in Q4 of 2025, the brand-new space will be nestled in the heart of Dubai Creek Resort.
3 experts on why we’re making cheesy choices
Crumbled in recipes, grated on desserts, enjoyed at brunch or showcased in a restaurant’s cave, cheese is having its moment in the MENA region. Three experts tell us what’s trending on the regional cheese scene and share details of their go-to varieties.
Savoring Armenian cuisine with Middle Eastern flair with Agassi Serobyan, GM of VAGA Dubai
We take a look at how Armenian and Arabic cuisines beautifully complement one another in an exclusive interview with Agassi Serobyan, general manager of VAGA Dubai.
A taste of Italy with Alessandro De Carlini, executive chef of Luigia Dubai
Alessandro De Carlini, executive chef of Luigia Dubai, draws on two decades of experience to show how Italian cuisine turns simple ingredients into timeless culinary art.
Sisters Ingrid and Mayfrid Chehlaoui celebrate bold Lebanese flavors at Kubri
Ingrid and Mayfrid Chehlaoui grew up between Paris, London and Beirut. Too French for Lebanon, too Lebanese for France, they decided to create a space to reflect their unique identity: Kubri restaurant in the French capital. In this interview, we explore how the siblings created a concept that’s raw, real and deeply personal.
How Gen Z are upending the specialty coffee market
With their preferences for customized, visually attractive, eco-friendly, premium beverages, Gen Z are taking the coffee industry in a totally new direction. Daniel During, principal and managing director at Thomas Klein International, considers the profound impact of Gen Z’s coffee habits on the broader industry and warns against overlooking them.
