The value of awards in aspirational and destination dining
Duncan Fraser Smith, author of “Create to Plate,” reveals the top five reasons why awards are essential for the success of aspirational and destination dining.
Pabana party
There’s always an excuse to celebrate, and what better way than with this tasty recipe by Romain Renard, regional head of Callebaut’s Chocolate Academy Centers in the MENA region.
Why brand marketing strategies matter
A startup without a strategy is like a ship without a captain; although it may stay afloat, the destination reached is unlikely to be the one that was desired. Riky Bains, partner and brand strategist at Klinical, highlights the value of clear brand marketing strategies for hospitality startups.
The third wave of virtual work
Carla Pianese, a remote worker and senior program manager at Tricolor Associates Management Consultancy, gives us her take on the third wave of virtual work, which centers on enhancing collaboration, productivity and management.
Speeding up brand growth
As global economic conditions continue to challenge many established businesses, entrepreneurs are finding new and innovative ways to adapt. Ashleigh Donald, co-founder of Halo Business Consulting, explores how spirited business minds are accelerating the growth of their brands.
Lifting the lid on lactose-free drinks and dairy alternatives in the Middle East
To address issues surrounding lactose intolerance, milk allergies and the prevalence of hypercholesterolemia, the beverage industry is constantly seeking replacements that are healthy and profitable. Nandini Roy Choudhury, client partner of F&B at Future Market Insights, uncovers the latest developments in the dairy alternatives industry.
The path to zero waste
While environmental issues continue to concern the business world, many companies are yet to adopt practices that support sustainability. Daniel Solomon, founder of HeroGo, provides some much-needed food for thought on how hospitality and F&B firms can become more eco-literate and reach zero waste.
La dolce vita: Italy’s food scene
With Italy’s culinary traditions spanning thousands of years, it’s no wonder that the Italians are so attached to their cuisine. Dario Laurenzi, CEO and founder of Laurenzi Consulting, describes the country’s F&B landscape.
Commercial kitchen equipment on a green mission
Choosing the right equipment is fundamental to achieving success in hospitality. Innovative and unique technology can be extremely practical and efficient, as we discover with Helge Peter Pahlke FCSI, managing partner at KDREI.
Egypt on the rise
Egypt’s hospitality market has seen robust growth across the sector driven by the rapid tourism recovery post-pandemic, primarily bolstered by government and private sector economic initiatives, including, but not limited to, the establishment of new reforms and the development of new hospitality products/demand generators. These initiatives, along with strong domestic demand, supported a healthy market recovery. HVS forecasts that the opening of The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) later this year will further induce demand to benefit the hospitality industry across the country. We learn more with Ahmad Yousry Elbeheiry MRICS, associate director of HVS Middle East & Africa.