Qatar sees a boom in its F&B scene ahead of the FIFA World Cup
Taking place from November 20 to December 19 in Qatar, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ promises to be a tournament like no other. As the countdown begins to the start of this global sporting event, we take a look at the names tapping into the forecasted demand for renowned F&B outlets.
Dubai leads the Middle East’s bar scene
Dubai led the Middle East region with three bars on the list, including Zuma (38), Galaxy Bar and Bulgari Bar.
Café Younes: the Lebanese homegrown concept making noise in the Middle East’s coffee scene
The sensory coffee experience delivered by Café Younes, a Lebanese family-run business, has without doubt contributed to its success in Egypt and UAE. Here, Amin Younes, the mastermind behind the renowned brand, shares some exciting news about the firm’s regional footprint and why Café Younes is the name on everyone’s lips.
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray unveils Arcadia
In its efforts to act responsibly toward the environment and offer guests unmatched experiences, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray has launched a new farm-to-table and grill concept, leveraging on its latest urban hydroponic farm.
Beit Kanz by Beit el Baraka debuts in Beirut
Beit Kanz, a Lebanese cultural hub featuring a Lebanese terroir shop, an artisanal boutique and a café-restaurant, has opened its doors on Sursock Street, Beirut, Lebanon.
A “SENSO”tional coffee experience with Joseph Saade
Joseph Saade, managing director of MTM Trading Sarl, has a strong relationship with coffee. It all began in 2002, when he participated in the World Barista Championship in Norway and was ranked 10th in the world. With a passion for coffee, ambitious mindset and a positive attitude to match, Saade tells us about SENSO coffee and what it’s bringing to the market.
Kitchen talk with chef Bojan Cirjanic
Having made his mark in the world of culinary arts, Bojan Cirjanic, executive chef of Folly Dubai, tells us about his life in the kitchen and the UAE’s burgeoning restaurant scene.
Baofriend, a new Asian cuisine hot spot in the UAE
UAE-based F&B firm Restaurant Secrets Inc. has announced the opening of its latest restaurant serving bao and Asian-fusion cuisine, Baofriend in Dubai Digital Park.
British chef Jason Atherton is slated to open three new restaurants at Dubai’s Grosvenor House
After leaving Marina Social, renowned chef Jason Atherton has confirmed a trio of concepts at the Luxury Collection Hotel Grosvenor House. Plans include: City Social Dubai, a 140-cover restaurant serving modern cuisine; Seven Tides, a cocktail venue with a Japanese undertone; and a fine-dining concept on the 43rd, 44th, and 45th floor of the hotel.
Factory Bar + Kitchen by McGettigan opens at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Factory Bar + Kitchen by McGettigan has opened at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah with the Irish charm that the McGettigan venue was famous for, a delectable selection of draught ales and brews a and scrumptious menu of classic Irish dishes that feature global influences.
