Lebanese entrepreneurship at its best
The expansion of Lebanese brands into foreign markets should not be underestimated. Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, highlights the growth of this trend and which brands are taking the leap.
Concepts to watch in Lebanon
Lebanon’s F&B scene is brimming with opportunities for potential franchisees. Here’s a round-up of what’s available:
Arby’s to debut in the KSA later this year
This agreement marks the brand’s first venture in Saudi Arabia and the largest expansion into the Middle East to date.
Malak Al Tawouk expands in Paris
Serving around 150 sandwiches per day on weekdays and 250 on weekends, the branch has been franchised by Conshierto.
Multi-unit franchise agreement signed to grow Pizza Inn in Qatar
Founded in 1958, Pizza Inn is an international chain featuring traditional and specialty pizzas, fresh pastas, sandwiches, and desserts.
Franchise: +130 concepts to watch
HN takes you on a whistle-stop tour of 130+ successful food concepts in the Middle East and beyond, reaffirming what we already knew – that the franchise model is as powerful today as ever.
60 seconds with Rana Khoury, GM of Crumz in Amman
Our plans were to expand and franchise inside and beyond Jordan. However, at the moment, we do not have a clear vision due to the current uncertainties.
The story of Hallab 1881: From building legacy to pivoting in the time of crisis
The quality and taste of our signature ‘Kashta’ has been standardized with Libnor to become the reference. That is yet another achievement.
5 questions with Rony Abou Saab, founder of Sandwich W Noss
“We have built a solid franchise system and we are in negotiations with various key markets that have shown very high interest in the brand,” said Abou Saab
AWJ Investments to expand homegrown UAE F&B concept to Europe and the USA
AWJ Investments will expand Operation Falafel restaurants in three global capitals: New York, London and Paris. The first expected in Q2 of 2020 in NYC.















