10 homegrown franchises to watch

10 homegrown franchises to watch

Jennifer Pettinger Haines, co-founder of the Global Restaurant Investment Forum, shines a spotlight on some of the many fast-growing restaurant brands that are already making waves in the Middle East and look destined for an even bigger, brighter future.

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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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Alfardan Hospitality expands Fauchon’s presence in Qatar

Alfardan Hospitality expands Fauchon’s presence in Qatar

Alfardan Hospitality has partnered with Fauchon in Qatar to establish cafes, boutiques, pastry shops and retail concepts at The Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl and The St. Regis Doha.

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5 minutes with Etienne Sabbagh the visionary behind Baron

5 minutes with Etienne Sabbagh the visionary behind Baron

Etienne Sabbagh, owner of Baron restaurant, Beirut, has 23 years of expertise in F&B and operations management. In an exclusive interview he reveals the recipe for success.

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Valor Hospitality expands in the Middle East

Valor Hospitality expands in the Middle East

Valor Hospitality Middle East has partnered with Ezz Asass International to manage the Four Points by Sheraton in Duqm, Oman.

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Majestas continues its bold expansion in the Middle East

Majestas continues its bold expansion in the Middle East

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Majestas hospitality group has opened four new outlets in Doha.

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Roadster Diner expands in the UAE

Roadster Diner expands in the UAE

Homegrown Lebanese concept Roadster Diner has opened its first branch in the UAE.

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Radisson Hotel Group solidifies its presence in the Middle East

Radisson Hotel Group solidifies its presence in the Middle East

Radisson Hotel Group has a growing portfolio of 77 hotels in operation and under development across the Middle East.

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Marriott to add over 20 properties to Gulf countries inventory by the end of 2023

Marriott to add over 20 properties to Gulf countries inventory by the end of 2023

Marriott International plans to expand its Middle East footprint, with the expected addition of over 20 properties and more than 5,000 rooms.

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