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The Ritz-Carlton, Doha announces Koni Kim as the new Director of Food & Beverage Koni Kim, originally from South Korea, has a strong background in the industry. She recently served as the Director of Food & Beverage at The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection on the inaugural EVRIMA. There, she managed five restaurants,
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COVEBEACH, Dubai’s top beach club, will unveil the first phase of its new JBR location on 26th July. Located at La Vie, the new spot will feature SIERRA by COVEBEACH, a stylish venue for lunch and dinner. SIERRA, which means ‘peaks’ in Spanish, offers breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf. The
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Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers in Dubai is excited to announce Elena Schwartz as its new General Manager. Elena has 20 years of experience in hospitality. She will bring her expertise and leadership to the role. Elena Schwartz began her career at The Oberoi Beach Resort Sahl Hasheesh. Since then, she has
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O Beach Dubai, part of the iconic O Beach Ibiza family, introduces its pre-opening leadership team for the day beach club destination set to launch on the Dubai Marina beachfront in Q4 2024 With 37 years in the industry, Tony Truman, Co-Owner of O Beach, began his career in events at
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Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road and Bur Dubai announce new sustainability initiatives to significantly reduce waste, energy consumption, and carbon emissions. Since May 2023, Four Points Sheikh Zayed Road has eliminated food waste disposal in landfills by using a state-of-the-art food digester, reducing CO2 emissions by 60 tonnes. The
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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara announces the appointment of Italian national Giuseppe “Pino” Lavarra as its new Culinary Director. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Michelin-starred Chef Pino brings a new era to this iconic desert destination. Chef Lavarra's culinary journey began with a rigorous three-year programme
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Three groundbreaking concepts from D.ream, the renowned global restaurant group behind acclaimed venues like Amazonico, Coya, and Zuma, are set to launch at ICD Brookfield Place, Dubai, later this year D.ream will expand its renowned culinary concepts, Bar des Prés and Il Gattopardo, to the 51st floor, covering over 18,000 sq
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InFlavour, Saudi Arabia’s premier government-backed F&B event, is set to return to the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre from 1st to 3rd October. Backed by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA), the Saudi Business Center (SBC), and the Local Content & Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA), the event
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For discerning diners in search of exceptional gastronomic experiences, The Luminary Set has just launched This curated collection features 40 restaurants, collectively boasting 18 Michelin Stars across 10 countries in Europe and the Middle East. Highlights include recent Michelin selections such as Rhodes W1, Akira Back, and City Social, along with
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Francesco Pantalone takes the helm at the highly anticipated InterContinental The Red Sea Resort, bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record to this landmark property Pantalone boasts over 30 years of experience in the luxury and leisure hospitality industry, spanning continents and encompassing renowned brands. His resilience, drive,
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Valor Hospitality Partners announces the strategic appointment of Hiba Araji as Regional Design and Project Development Manager for the Middle East and CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) region Hiba brings a wealth of experience to Valor, boasting over 19 years in architectural and engineering consultancy within the hospitality sector. With a
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Situated on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, this project signifies a significant collaboration between Almal and two distinguished entities: Palladium Hotel Group and Design & Architecture bureau (DAR) Palladium Hotel Group, drawing from its extensive expertise and success with properties in Ibiza, will oversee the management under the brand
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In collaboration with Edamah, the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), this project signifies a new era of luxury, eco-tourism, and adventure in the region. Scheduled to open in Q3 2024, the resort is poised to attract visitors worldwide, reflecting a significant strategic initiative by the Government of
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IHG Hotels & Resorts, a prominent global hospitality company, has partnered with Refad Real Estate Investment & Development, a subsidiary of Abdulhadi AlQahtani Sons Group Company, to introduce Hotel Indigo & Residences Al Khobar to Saudi Arabia by September 2027. This collaboration, facilitated by TDF, underscores IHG's dedication to fostering
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Atelier House Hospitality (AHH) proudly announces the promotion of Panchali Mahendra to Chief Executive Officer, where she will spearhead the expansion of AHH's content, partnerships, and geographic reach across the region and Southeast Asia while enhancing the team with strategic talent acquisitions. “Panchali’s relentless strategic efforts have taken two of our
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Emilie Nault, the Managing Director of Senovia AMEA, shares the brand's establishment of new standards in flavour creation via ground-breaking liquid solutions. As part of the Arethia Group, the flavour development and manufacturing company leverages over seven decades of expertise to perfect the art of flavour, combining a deep passion for
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The Dammam facility of Procter & Gamble welcomes H.E. Bandar Alkhurayef, the Minister of Industry & Mineral Resources, for a comprehensive plant tour aimed at showcasing its cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and production of leading brands like Tide, Ariel, Fairy, Head & Shoulders, and Pantene. Throughout the tour, the Minister explored P&G
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Amazon UAE has announced its continued collaboration with the UAE Food Bank to unveil the 2024 edition of ‘Iftar on Wheels’, a meal donation initiative aimed at supporting thousands of families in need during the Holy Month of Ramadan Building on its longstanding partnership, Amazon will utilize its operational network, technology,
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Nando's, the renowned South African fast-casual chain celebrated for its flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken announces its partnership with the Dubai Autism Center for a special Ramadan initiative aimed at raising awareness about autism. As part of its ongoing commitment to social responsibility, Nando's has teamed up with the Dubai Autism Center to
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Nando's is recognising the essential role of delivery drivers during Ramadan by offering 1,000 complimentary meals as a gesture of gratitude for their dedication Nando's, the distinguished South African fast-casual chain, is undertaking a compassionate endeavour to uplift the spirits of the diligent delivery drivers who tirelessly operate behind the scenes
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