Trends shaping global tourism in 2025
At the 2025 Arabian Travel Market, an engaging panel hosted by Hospitality News Middle East brought together top voices in tourism to discuss what’s shaping the future of travel. Held on April 28 at the Future Stage, DWTC, and moderated by Lisa Jerejian, communications manager at Hospitality Services, the session shed light on shifting traveler behaviors, market dynamics and emerging trends that are redefining the industry.
Why ready-to-drink coffee is booming in the Middle East and Africa
Caroline Migiro, business development manager at Finlays MEAC, delves into the latest trends and dynamics that brand owners should consider tapping into.
Trends, growth and sustainable success in hospitality with Pascal Armoudom, partner at Kearney
In this exclusive interview, Pascal Armoudom from Kearney discusses trends in hospitality, focusing on sustainability.
Cross-culinary exchange: gastronomy goes global
From firm favorites to fantastic fusion dishes, the ‘something old, something new’ mantra is taking kitchens by storm, as chefs switch up traditional recipes and play with flavors from across the globe. Chirine Salha, board member of the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafes, Night-clubs & Pastries in Lebanon, unpacks the culinary trends that are traveling through time and across borders.
Redefining luxury through historical palaces with Mark De Cocinis
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar 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.
Meat and other treats
From traditional turkey to out-there oyster wellingtons, these inspirational center-pieces will set the seasonal scene and delight your diners.
Hotel renovation trends for 2024
With its iconic hotels, the Middle East has long been a hub of luxury and opulence. In recent years, however, the region has witnessed a significant shift in hotel renovation trends. Gihan Hafez, Interior Designer at LW Design, stresses the importance of keeping up to date with evolving demands in design.
Venturing into the world of Gelato
Gelato has seen a whirlwind of trends over the years. Daniel Elias Halabi, the technical advisor chef of Pregel Benelux, uncovers the flavors and influences shaping this frozen dessert sensation.
Pastry shop design trends in 2024
When planning a pastry shop within a hotel property, there are several points to consider says Dominick Casale, AIA, principal at Brooklyn, NY–based IMC Architecture. Here, he conveys the importance of functional space to ensure profitability.