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Accor has appointed Ugur Talayhan as the new General Manager of Fairmont The Palm, effective November 3, 2025 With over 30 years of international hospitality experience, Ugur has held senior roles with IHG, Hilton, Marriott, FRHI, Accor, and Rotana across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. He most recently served as
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Abu Dhabi-based Modon Hospitality has announced the launch of Olympia Resort Abu Dhabi, a luxury active lifestyle resort aiming to set a new benchmark in performance-driven hospitality The resort is part of Modon Holding’s broader strategy to create intelligent, connected living experiences across the UAE and the region. With over 28
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The Pro Chef & Hospitality Conference 2025 gathered culinary experts, hospitality professionals, and business leaders for a day of thought-provoking discussions, networking, and knowledge sharing at this year’s annual event The day began with an exclusive fireside chat with Chef Vineet Bhatia MBE, offering an intimate look into his culinary journey
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DXB LIVE has announced the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai, taking place from 18 to 20 January 2026 at Za’abeel Halls 1, 4, 5, and 6 Organised in collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the exhibition brings together producers, roasters, traders, and industry experts from around the world.
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From chefs and hospitality leaders to our valued partners, this year’s event honoured the people redefining the industry Congratulations to all the winners, and a huge thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening celebrating culinary excellence across the region. From the red carpet to the winners on
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Sponsored: In a region known for setting global benchmarks in hospitality, BE WTR is reshaping what luxury sustainability looks like The journey began at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, where BE WTR launched the UAE’s first fully circular bottling facility. It now extends to Rosewood Abu Dhabi and Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental — where the brand’s on-site systems
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Sponsored: The USA Cheese Guild hosted an educational trade mission to the United States, providing a first-hand opportunity to discover the depth and breadth of the U.S. Cheese community Foodservice operators and culinary professionals from the UAE, KSA and Kuwait explored the picturesque Wisconsin countryside, discovering firsthand the cheese renaissance that
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Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind Saudi Arabia’s regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has confirmed that the first resorts and attractions on Shura Island will open in the coming weeks Phase one includes the debut of SLS, EDITION, and InterContinental hotels, alongside Shura Links, the Kingdom’s first
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Wynn Al Marjan Island, the $5.1 billion resort under construction in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, has revealed the first two of its 22 planned restaurants and lounges. Set to open in Spring 2027 are a new steakhouse by Alain Ducasse and a second outpost of Delilah, the popular Las Vegas
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Sponsored: Guests become regulars when restaurants deliver impressive results using RATIONAL kitchen equipment To keep guests returning, restaurateurs face constant challenges. Food must be well presented, nutritious and consistently high in quality, even as costs continue to rise. At the same time, the shortage of skilled staff puts additional pressure on
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DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island has appointed Meltem Erbay as its new Director of Operations Originally from Turkey, she brings a mix of business acumen and people-first leadership, shaped by her Executive MBA and years in top hotels across the GCC and Europe. Meltem has held key roles
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Arada’s hospitality and entertainment division has partnered with internationally acclaimed Tashas Group, founded by Natasha Sideris, to open a series of new restaurants across the GCC The AED100 million investment will support two brands: the premium café tashas and the upcoming Café Sofi. Together, the partners plan at least 10 outlets
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Capital Catering+, the premier hospitality provider of the ADNEC Group, has launched a dynamic new website showcasing a broad range of catering services and specialty Emirati dishes. The offering is perfectly tailored for corporate meetings, weddings, private VIP functions, and special occasions. This launch is part of ADNEC Group’s ongoing
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Chef Saradhi Dakara has announced the launch of Stellar Society Group, a new UAE-based hospitality company co-founded with US restaurateur Utkarsh Patel The group aims to bring a fresh take to the ultra-luxury casual space with ingredient-led concepts that prioritise soul, simplicity, and thoughtful execution. After nearly two decades shaping some of
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The Pro Chef & Hospitality Conference and Awards return in 2025 to celebrate the very best across the GCC’s food, beverage, and hospitality industry From visionary Culinary Directors and Food & Beverage Managers to creative Mixologists and tireless Housekeeping Managers, the Awards shine a light on individuals and teams making a
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Tashas Group, led by CEO and Founder Natasha Sideris, has officially opened the doors to Avli by Tashas in Bahrain, marking the brand’s regional expansion beyond the UAE. Located on the Manama seafront, the opening signals the growing reach of homegrown F&B concepts that originated in Dubai and are now
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This milestone reinforces Deliverect’s role as a trusted partner in enterprise digital ordering, powering over 69,000 locations across 52 countries with a proven 99.95% uptime The company’s AI‑powered platform integrates with more than 1,000 systems, enabling instant menu updates, performance analytics and solutions like Deliverect Dispatch for real‑time tracking and accurate
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In this interview, Panchali Mahendra reflects on her journey so far, the realities of the industry and why passion, not just profit, is key to building restaurants that last With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry and a track record of launching around 70 restaurants globally, Panchali Mahendra
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With over a decade in hospitality, Meri Klobas, Restaurant Manager at SEVA Experience, shares how care-led leadership and sustainable thinking are modernising the restaurant experience from the inside out How would you describe yourself? I build restaurants the way some people build trust: quietly, with intention and never in a rush. With
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The MICHELIN Guide has officially announced its entry into Saudi Arabia, beginning with a curated selection in Riyadh and Jeddah, while also setting its sights on up-and-coming culinary hubs like Khobar, AlUla, and more. The launch positions the Kingdom at the forefront of culinary travel in the Middle East and reflects
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