The demise of one size fits all in F&B
Tech entrepreneur Mohamed Al Fayed, CEO and co-founder of Grubtech, believes that the F&B textbooks have been rewritten. In this article, he elaborates on the shift away from traditional F&B strategies, emphasizing the fleeting nature of food trends in today’s fast-paced world.
Wrapping up the summer season with hospitality champion Tony Ramy, president of RCNP Lebanon
Through his restaurant group and work as president of Lebanon’s RCNP Syndicate, Tony Ramy has dedicated his life to championing Lebanon as a tourist destination. We sat down with the restaurateur to reflect on the 2023 summer season and how the hospitality sector has fared.
Parasol: the place to tan, eat and party in Beirut
Factory People and Seven Management have joined forces to present a unique concept in the heart of Beirut. Designed by award-winning firm Rabih Geha Architects, Parasol is an artful mix between a club, pool, entertainment space and high-end F&B venue, with a menu developed by Reif Othman.
On the couch with F&B enthusiast Andre Alexy, GM of Amazónico Dubai
As an ambitious F&B enthusiast with an insatiable appetite for traveling and exploring new cultures, cuisines and concepts, Andre Alexy has brought his passion to life with Amazónico Dubai. We sat down with the restaurateur to find out what makes Amazonico a go-to culinary destination.
Empowering the F&B sector to source local talent
As Dubai solidifies its position as one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, the critical role of vocational training in shaping a skilled workforce has never been clearer. In recent years, a remarkable shift in educational preferences has occurred, with an increasing number of students recognizing the immense value of vocational studies over traditional technical education. This transformative transition not only benefits the students themselves but also plays a pivotal role in ensuring the sustainable growth of the burgeoning tourism industry. In addition, a robust vocational offering aligns with a key priority of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which aims to seamlessly integrate the next generation of Emiratis and young residents into the thriving tourism sector. Essa Bin Hadher, general manager of Dubai College of Tourism, shares his thoughts on investing in local talents.