A second successful Hospitality Innovation Summit

A second successful Hospitality Innovation Summit

Under the theme “Innovation, Integration and Implementation,” the second Hospitality Innovation Summit was hailed as a success.

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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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The future of work in the age of AI

The future of work in the age of AI

Digital tools can help individuals and organizations work more efficiently and effectively without burning out or sacrificing work-life balance. In this article, Karl Escritt, CEO of Like Digital & Partners, unveils the new technologies defining the workplace.

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Italian food on the menu with Damiano Ruggeiro GM of Signor Sassi Dubai

Italian food on the menu with Damiano Ruggeiro GM of Signor Sassi Dubai

Damiano Ruggiero, general manager of Signor Sassi, has Italian food on his mind as he talks about what makes Italian food and his restaurant Signor Sassi stand out in the burgeoning restaurant scene in Dubai.

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Salad on the menu with SALATA’s CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh

Salad on the menu with SALATA’s CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh

Guiding us through the inception and evolution of SALATA, CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh explain how they managed to create such a successful brand and expand beyond Lebanon.

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Embracing Crypto and NFT integration in the UAE’s hospitality market

Embracing Crypto and NFT integration in the UAE’s hospitality market

In today’s world, where everything is digital, you can’t seem to do much without seeing or overhearing the words “crypto” or NFTs. But despite this, if you’re unsure as to what they are, you are certainly not alone. Naim Maadad, Gates Hospitality’s founder, explores the potential integration of cryptocurrency and NFTs in the UAE’s F&B and hospitality industries.

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The First Collection Waterfront slated to open in November

The First Collection Waterfront slated to open in November

The First Collection Waterfront will officially open its doors in Dubai’s upscale Business Bay area in November 2023.

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Cracking the code of Galaxy Bar Dubai’s success with Coralie Doillet

Cracking the code of Galaxy Bar Dubai’s success with Coralie Doillet

We sat with Coralie Doillet, bar manager of Galaxy Bar Dubai, to get to the bottom of how the venue has made it on The World’s 50 Best Bars list for the third year in a row.

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Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy

Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy

Syrian chef Mohammad Orfali has turned his passion for food into a family affair by launching Orfali Bros with his siblings Wassim and Omar. Their bistro has a loyal following in Dubai and was named the Best Restaurant in MENA in 2023. In this interview, he describes how his reimagined dishes constantly push the culinary boundaries.

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Marriott International brings W Hotels to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah

Marriott International brings W Hotels to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah

Marriott International, Inc., has signed an agreement with Dalands Holding in collaboration with Marjan to bring W Hotels to Al Marjan Island. Set to open in Q1 2027, W Al Marjan Island marks W Hotels first property in Ras Al Khaimah. The property promises to bring bold design, outstanding service and always-on programming.

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