What’s new in meat?
Despite the rise in plant-based and vegan diets, meat is still very much on the table. We spoke to six professionals to learn more about the market and how to identify a good cut.
Introducing the Worldchefs Academy and its advisors
Amro Al Yassin, Worldchefs Academy Arabic advisor, VP of Emirates Culinary Guild (Dubai) and general secretary of the Syrian Culinary Guild, and Jihan Sahawneh, Worldchefs Academy Arabic Advisor and culinary facilitator at the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (Jordan), explain how Worldchefs Academy is helping young talents in their culinary journeys.
Maria Boustany Abi Nasr talks luxury events in Lebanon
With an impressive 14 years’ experience in PR and events management, Maria Boustany Abi Nasr has successfully positioned Chateau Rweiss as a first-class venue.
The first fully female-led F&B concept debuts in Dubai
Fi’lia celebrates a genuine approach to Italian cuisine with a hint of Mediterranean influence, with a menu inspired by traditional recipes.
The female power duo disrupting the UAE’s F&B scene
Driven by their desire to create home-grown food concepts that bring people together, Amal Al Marri and Deem Al Bassam founded the Independent Food Company, a UAE-based hospitality company. Today, the firm has several reputable F&B outlets, including SALT, Switch, Parker’s, Grind, Somewhere and Public. We learn more.
Bulldozer Group’s Evgeny Kuzin awarded a UAE Gold Card Visa
The influential restaurateur who brought a plethora of F&B concepts played a vital role in the evolution of Dubai as a tourist destination.












Hiring for hospitality
Hiring for hospitality positions is not always straightforward, especially when soft skills really matter. We hear what two hoteliers and two restaurateurs have to say about recruiting the right people for their organizations.