Middle East tourism set to hit USD 350 billion by 2030
The Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) 2025 Travel Trends Report reveals that Middle East tourism is set to surge to USD 350 billion by 2030.
How AI and the metaverse can transform hospitality training
Mark Timbrell, leadership coach and MP UK at Phi Management Group, believes that AI and the metaverse empower hospitality teams by streamlining training, enhancing onboarding and aligning talent development. Here, he shares his insights and recommendations.
The rise and rise of Instagrammable restaurants
Ensuring your dining space and dishes ooze visual appeal has never mattered more than today. Norman Cescut, founder and CEO at Desita, has the lowdown on how to create an Instagrammable restaurant and attract the all-important content-creating crowd.
Oman’s cuisine and unique flavors
A panel discussion titled “In the Spotlight: Omani Cuisine and Its Unique Identity” was held on May 28, 2025, during HORECA Oman. Organized by Hospitality News Middle East, the discussion emphasized the growing role of Omani cuisine in shaping the region’s gastronomic reputation. Indeed, through storytelling, local ingredients and passionate chefs, Omani cuisine is rising with authenticity and charm.
The evolution of food tech and innovations shaping Oman’s F&B landscape
The food and beverage sector in Oman took center stage on May 27 at HORECA Oman 2025 with a dynamic and insightful panel discussion titled “The Evolution of Food Tech and Innovations Shaping Oman’s F&B Landscape.” Organized by Hospitality News Middle East, the session gathered innovators and industry leaders to explore the transformative impact of technology on Oman’s evolving F&B scene.
Oman’s luxury hotel landscape in the spotlight at HORECA Oman
Oman’s premier hospitality and foodservice trade fair, HORECA Oman, is set to make a triumphant return for its highly anticipated fourth edition, from May 27 to 29, 2025, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre in Muscat.
10 mistakes new restaurateurs make and how to avoid them
Opening a restaurant may feel like a dream come true for aspiring owners, but there are many potential pitfalls en route to success. Bastien Blanc, co-founder and board member at TroKadero Hospitality Global , spotlights the common errors restaurateurs make and tells us how to circumnavigate them.
Spark by Hilton to debut in Saudi Arabia in late 2025
Hilton has signed Spark by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah in partnership with Al Musbah Group, introducing the brand to Saudi Arabia.
How passion and purpose are driving Lebanon’s entrepreneurs
Combining individual skills with a collective passion for their homeland, today’s Lebanese business leaders are rebuilding their country with creativity and commitment. We take a deep dive into what’s motivating this new generation of visionaries.
Philip Khoury on putting sustainability into sweet treats
The award-winning, Australian-born Lebanese pastry chef and author Philip Khoury has blazed new trails in the world of indulgent, plant-based desserts. Here, he shares his career highlights and plans, from going viral with a chocolate bar to slated London openings.
