Dubai hotels getting ready to welcome Expo 2020 visitors
Hotels have already begun allocating packages and extended stay offers specifically for visitors to the exhibition, wego said.
Aline Kamakian’s Armenian adventure
Whether it’s through her successful restaurants or her YouTube channel, Aline Kamakian, owner and CEO of Fig Holding, is on a quest to spread Armenian heritage across the world. Here, she tells us about her expansion plans and upcoming projects.
Food for the soul with Mario Haddad Jr.
Raised in an environment of cinema lovers and among people who share a passion for food, Mario Haddad Jr. has artfully blended his expertise in the film industry with a love for gastronomy and a unique flair for both storytelling and creating unforgettable experiences. Besides managing the film distribution side of his family legacy, Empire cinemas, he is responsible for some of the most successful F&B concepts in Lebanon, namely: Le Sushi Bar; Mario e Mario; Mariolino; and Al Falamanki. Haddad Jr. has now set his sights on a new adventure with Mariolino Sahel. HN spoke to him to learn more.
Book your calendars for the 11th edition of SIAL Middle East
SIAL Middle East will be held in December, instead of September, to ensure the wider competitiveness of the pioneering event.
Finding the right franchise partner
Finding the right match in any business relationship — franchise or not — is related to chemistry, compatibility and, most importantly, trust. Daniel During, principal and managing director at Thomas Klein International, lifts the lid on how to pick the perfect franchise partner.
The case for franchising
Hospitality franchising has quickly grown in popularity because it offers benefits to both parties. Adul Kader Saadi, managing director of Glee Hospitality, weighs up the pros and cons of franchising.
America’s great restaurant rebound
Like elsewhere, the United States’ restaurant sector has had a tough time responding to the seemingly endless challenges posed by Covid-19. However, interesting trends are emerging, as Rod Clough, President of HVS Americas, explains.
Jordan to host first virtual international exhibition for food industries
Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Maha Ali called on the industrial sector to employ technology when promoting products.
200 eateries, award-winning chefs and unique F&B concepts: there’s more than meets the eye to Expo 2020
Expo 2020 Dubai brings cuisines to suit every palate and budget, from old classics to new innovations, street bites and gourmet delights.
The truth behind artificial intelligence
With new technology reshaping the workplace and changing the way we do business, two experts discuss the effect artificial intelligence is having on the hospitality industry.