Homegrown Akiba Dori expands beyond the GCC
Dubai homegrown Japanese concept Akiba Dori has kicked off its fifth anniversary with a franchise development agreement for 30 locations in India. Following the restaurant’s successful expansion streak, with five branches launched in the GCC within the last five years, Akiba Dori’s modern Japanese street food and Tokyo-style pizza have been enjoyed over the last five years in the UAE and, most recently, Saudi Arabia.
5 minutes with Jordanian top chef Ali Ghzawi
In an exclusive interview with Hospitality News ME, Ali Ghzawi, Jordanian patron chef of Alee restaurant and former winner of MBC Arabia’s Top Chef (2019), shares his story and ambitions for the future.
Heinrich Morio is named the new GM of Zulal wellness resort by Chiva-Som
Chiva-Som International Health Resorts has appointed Heinrich Morio as the GM of its newest wellness destination in Qatar, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som.
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre partners with Misk Skills
The Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has joined forces with Misk Skills to welcome 20 interns and aspiring managers for hands-on training and skill development toward rewarding careers in hospitality, thus giving the next generation of hotel talent a major boost in the capital of Saudi Arabia.
Japan crowned winner of the 2023 Pastry World Cup
Held this year at Sirha – Lyon, the 18th Pastry World Cup ended with Japan winning the coveted top spot, followed by Italy and France. The Japanese team, which comprised Moe Takahashi, Naritoshi Suzuka and Yusaku Shibata’s, was commended for its outstanding technical skills and originality.
Dubai named number one global destination in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for second consecutive year
Dubai named number one global destination in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for second consecutive year
Habib Beirut’s bold expansion plans for 2023
After launching a branch in Jordan at the beginning of January, the all-day Lebanese restaurant Habib Beirut has expanded to Erbil.
It’s a wrap! 2022 highlights with Tony Ramy
Through his restaurant group and his work as president of Lebanon’s RNCP Syndicate, Tony Ramy has dedicated his life to championing Lebanon as a tourist destination. We sat down with the restaurateur to reflect on the past year and discuss what’s on the horizon.
Al Khoory Hotels announces two senior management appointments
Seasoned hotel operator Dhiraj Bagai and corporate hospitality expert Naji Moukhachen have joined the Al Khoory team.
