7 Management sets its sight on the GCC after massive UAE expansion
Renowned F&B titan 7 Management has dominated the hospitality scene in Riyadh, Beirut, Dubai and Doha, with an array of standout Middle Eastern brands, such as Café Beirut, February 30, Lucia’s, Antika and Sayf.
11 restaurants awarded Michelin stars in Dubai
Michelin unveiled its 2022 selection of the Michelin Guide Dubai, recognizing 69 restaurants covering 21 cuisines. A total of 11 restaurants were awarded with prestigious Michelin stars, while 14 were recognized as Bib Gourmand restaurants and one received a Green Star for sustainable gastronomy.
Em Sherif Sea Café opens in Bahrain, slated to open in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh later this year
The new Em Sherif seafood concept has a beef bar corner, and was created as an homage to Lebanon’s historic ties to the Mediterranean.
Sami Matta appointed multi-outlet GM at 25hours Hotel One Central
By the end of summer 2022, Sami Matta will also be responsible for two additional F&B outlets, one of which is the Shisha Garden.
Ennismore appoints chef Sara Aqel as executive chef of Fi’lia globally
Chef Aqel will oversee sister Fi’lia in Miami’s SLS Brickell and South Beach and SLS Baha Mar in the Bahamas, and upcoming Paris outlet.
OY Hospitality to launch five new F&B concepts in Dubai
OY Hospitality was founded in 2021 by entrepreneurs Oleksii Kolomiets and Yuriy Blotskyy, aiming to define luxury chic all-day dining.
Rotana appoints new corporate director of food and beverage
Miguel Silva will be responsible for further enhancing Rotana’s food and beverage portfolio in the region.
How Al Qana is becoming a hub for culinary concepts
Al Qana has announced the addition of over 14 new restaurants, including The Bridge Lifestyle Hub, the 100-percent organic concept.
La Serre closes its Downtown Dubai location but promises 30 new ones
La Serre will welcome guests to its new locations in Dubai Design District, Mall of the Emirates, Jumeirah, and Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi.