A positive outlook for Lebanon in 2023

A positive outlook for Lebanon in 2023

Despite multiple crises in Lebanon since 2019, the private sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, indicating a potential recovery that could be further bolstered by positive political developments. This anticipated comeback holds the promise of renewed growth and prosperity. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, tells us more.

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KSA’s booming quick-service

KSA’s booming quick-service

Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, takes a closer look at the growth of KSA’s fast-food market in terms of healthier food options, improved customer service and product diversification.

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Dubai: the gateway to the FIFA World Cup 2022

Dubai: the gateway to the FIFA World Cup 2022

With just a month to go before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Qatar, Dubai’s hotels are reporting an extraordinary increase in bookings. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, tells us more about how the UAE is benefiting from the event.

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What summer 2022 holds for Lebanon’s tourism sector

What summer 2022 holds for Lebanon’s tourism sector

Lebanon has a real opportunity to catch its breath this summer, with confirmed registered bookings of around 1.2 million people, the majority of whom are expatriates. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, tells us more.

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Obtaining a restaurant license in Dubai

Obtaining a restaurant license in Dubai

A number of important steps need to be taken before you can think about opening a restaurant in Dubai, as Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, explains.

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Investing in Egypt: the right way to go about it

Investing in Egypt: the right way to go about it

Egypt’s hospitality sector is on track to grow at a CAGR of 6.2 percent for the next five years, making it a sound proposition for investors. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, explains how investors should approach this lucrative market.

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Interior psychology: restaurant design in 2022

Interior psychology: restaurant design in 2022

Creating a standout restaurant concept is not just a question of taste. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, discusses the design fundamentals to consider before taking the plunge.

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What’s in store for Lebanon’s restaurant sector?

What’s in store for Lebanon’s restaurant sector?

The Lebanese hospitality sector, known for its dynamics, resilience and professionalism, has buckled under the pressure of multiple crises. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol, gives us an in-depth analysis on the current state of the market and where the hospitality industry in Lebanon is heading.

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Generic goods – The new approach

Generic goods – The new approach

F&B operations are based on three major pillars of equal importance; location, service and quality of offering. The quality of offering is determined by two key factors, namely the standard of the raw materials used and the skill in production. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of PROTOCOL, looks at purchasing and its impact on the bottom line

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