Pastry innovation with Barry Callebaut and Marike Van Beurden during the Be Better My Friend launch event

Pastry innovation with Barry Callebaut and Marike Van Beurden during the Be Better My Friend launch event

The Chocolate Academy Center Dubai hosted an exclusive full-day pastry revolution event on February 21. Attendees discovered sustainable hosting practices. Furthermore, they indulged in flavors using plant-based ingredients. Guests had the opportunity to unlock their creative potential in pastry making. They were also introduced to Be Better, the world’s first plant butter for bakers and pastry chefs, which is distributed by EMF.

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Empathy at the top with Diletta Guarino, GM of Six Senses Zighy Bay Oman

Empathy at the top with Diletta Guarino, GM of Six Senses Zighy Bay Oman

Hailing from Rome, Diletta Guarino is an inspirational, hands-on hotelier with over two decades of experience in luxury brands. Here, she tells us how she manages to lead her team to success whilst not losing her human touch.

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Seafood conversations with Zakariya Sulaiman Abdullah Al Hasni, CEO of SIMAK

Seafood conversations with Zakariya Sulaiman Abdullah Al Hasni, CEO of SIMAK

Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, MidIn an exclusive interview, Zakariya Sulaiman Abdullah Al Hasni, CEO of SIMAK, sheds light on how this flagship seafood cannery is contributing to Oman’s economic growth and stands out in the industry.ar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.

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Trends in Kuwait’s F&B sector

Trends in Kuwait’s F&B sector

While the restaurant scene in Kuwait is diverse, many argue that there is still room in the market for new concepts. We delve into the latest trends and how homegrown brands are finding their niche.

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Wellness design trends are here to stay

Wellness design trends are here to stay

As a NYC-based Urbahn Architects associate specializing in hospitality design, Ryan E. Bieber, RA and LEED AP, discusses the guest-room trends that will define 2024. 

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Safari reimagined: how responsible travel drives profit

Safari reimagined: how responsible travel drives profit

In today’s era of conscious consumerism and environmental responsibility, the hospitality industry stands at a crucial juncture. Zoé Gotti, founder of Complementation.ae, explores the symbiotic connection between responsible travel, purpose-driven initiatives and sustainable profitability. By studying successful sustainable businesses, such as desert safaris in Dubai, Gotti illustrates how this approach can catalyze global change.

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