Just desserts

Just desserts

Discover what’s tempting and what’s trending on the festive sweet scene, from traditional favorites to mouthwatering new interpretations.

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5 nightlife influencers on achieving after-dark success

5 nightlife influencers on achieving after-dark success

Staying ahead in a fiercely competitive, ever-changing environment and retaining customer loyalty are just some of the hurdles that operators in the nightlife segment face. HN caught up with some of the region’s leading industry influencers to discover more about how they navigate the notoriously challenging nightlife nightlife scene.

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Lifting the lid on tiptop tableware, with 5 F&B experts

Lifting the lid on tiptop tableware, with 5 F&B experts

Five experts get their teeth into the tasty topic of meat industry trends, sharing their thoughts on everything from getting creative with lesser-known cuts to the importance of careful sourcing and good animal welfare.

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Future-proofing the food industry

Future-proofing the food industry

Tatiana Antonelli Abella, founder and managing director of Goumbook, explains how the region’s hospitality sector can spearhead efforts to create a more responsible and sustainable food ecosystem.

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Analyzing the global tourism landscape and its future

Analyzing the global tourism landscape and its future

In this article, UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili takes a closer look at the tourism landscape and forecasts its future.

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Embracing Crypto and NFT integration in the UAE’s hospitality market

Embracing Crypto and NFT integration in the UAE’s hospitality market

In today’s world, where everything is digital, you can’t seem to do much without seeing or overhearing the words “crypto” or NFTs. But despite this, if you’re unsure as to what they are, you are certainly not alone. Naim Maadad, Gates Hospitality’s founder, explores the potential integration of cryptocurrency and NFTs in the UAE’s F&B and hospitality industries.

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Hotel renovation trends for 2024

Hotel renovation trends for 2024

With its iconic hotels, the Middle East has long been a hub of luxury and opulence. In recent years, however, the region has witnessed a significant shift in hotel renovation trends. Gihan Hafez, Interior Designer at LW Design, stresses the importance of keeping up to date with evolving demands in design.

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What is driving innovation in food products?

What is driving innovation in food products?

The customer is king: an age-old mantra that is particularly true in highly competitive global industries such as F&B. Mark Napier, VP of Dubai World Trade Centre, addresses the driving forces behind food product innovation and the role consumers have in shaping these decisions.

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Venturing into the world of Gelato

Venturing into the world of Gelato

Gelato has seen a whirlwind of trends over the years. Daniel Elias Halabi, the technical advisor chef of Pregel Benelux, uncovers the flavors and influences shaping this frozen dessert sensation.

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Floral design trends for hospitality in the Middle East

Floral design trends for hospitality in the Middle East

With over 200 monthly events on the horizon, florists in the UAE must prepare for a busy period, incorporating 2023 trends and future 2024 designs. Rufina Zharapova, owner of  Rufinella Studio UAE, talks floral trends in hospitality.

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