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The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has graduated 21 Emirati hospitality professionals from its inaugural UAE Bootcamp Career Builder Recognition Programme, delivered at Les Roches Marbella hospitality school in Spain. The eight-day programme recognised high-performing Emirati talent and focused on developing leadership skills, service excellence,
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ZEA has appointed Sundeep Taucoory as Executive Chef, adding more than 16 years of international culinary experience to the DIFC restaurant and lounge Chef Sundeep joins from LEEN'S by DXB Hospitality and has previously held senior culinary roles at NH Collection Hotels, Caviar Kaspia Dubai, Park Hyatt Dubai, Blue Marlin Ibiza
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Majid Al Futtaim has opened Chef’s Society at City Centre Mirdif, a new chef-led dining destination bringing together regional culinary concepts under one roof. The venue launches with four restaurants ahead of its full rollout later this year, with additional concepts set to join in the coming months. The opening line-up includes
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Chef Reif Othman's REIF Japanese Kushiyaki has opened at Chef's Society in City Centre Mirdif, expanding the homegrown brand's presence in Dubai The new location joins the restaurant's existing venues at Dar Wasl, Dubai Hills Business Park and Time Out Market Dubai. It offers the brand's signature menu alongside a selection
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Dubai Design District-based specialty roastery Caffeine&Culture has introduced its Summer V60 Collection, a limited-edition menu of four pour-over coffees available throughout the summer Served over ice using the V60 brewing method, the collection includes Watermelon, Peach Colombia, Lychee and Tobacco. Each coffee is produced using a co-fermentation process, where coffee beans
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Chef Izu Ani's La Plage by La Maison Ani has launched a seasonal residency at Hacienda White on Egypt's North Coast, marking the concept's debut in the country Running from July through mid-September 2026, the beachfront restaurant brings the French Mediterranean dining concept to one of the region's leading summer destinations.
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Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG) has launched Al Ain Farms Kefir, the UAE’s first locally made authentic kefir, produced using fresh local milk, traditional fermentation methods and real kefir cultures. Made with a proprietary blend of more than 12 probiotic strains, the fermented dairy drink delivers kefir’s distinctive tangy taste,
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Marriott International has appointed Swen Ehlender as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing across The Red Sea and AMAALA, supporting the growth of its luxury portfolio in Saudi Arabia Swen joins the role with extensive luxury hospitality and commercial experience. Most recently, he was Commercial Director at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
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The Ritz-Carlton has appointed Mazen Allam as Area General Manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh and The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah The appointment follows Mazen’s successful tenure as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, where he led the property’s operational and commercial performance. In his expanded role, he will oversee both hotels, focusing on
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Nominations are open for The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2026, celebrating excellence across the GCC's food, beverage and hospitality industries. The awards recognise individuals, teams and organisations driving innovation, leadership and operational excellence, from emerging talent and independent concepts to established hospitality brands. A highlight of the programme is the
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Sponsored: From premium ingredients and global sourcing to large-scale distribution, Indoguna Dubai has become a trusted partner for restaurants, hotels and retailers across the UAE’s food and hospitality sector The best dining experiences don't begin when the food hits the table. They begin weeks earlier, in sourcing decisions, cold chain logistics
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Gymkhana, the two Michelin-starred Indian restaurant from London, will make its UAE debut this September at Gate Village in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi of JKS Restaurants, the acclaimed restaurant is known for its classic Indian cuisine and hospitality. Named after the elite social
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Emaar Hospitality Group is set to launch Vida Aljada later this year, bringing one of only two five-star Vida hotels in the UAE to Sharjah's Aljada development Located in the destination's creative district, the property will feature rooms, suites and extended-stay residences, alongside dining venues, cafés, outdoor social spaces and wellness
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Solutions Group has announced the launch of Oro Verde, a new waterfront bar and restaurant opening at Yas Bay Waterfront in partnership with Miral in Q4 2026 Inspired by the fusion of Peruvian coastal cuisine and Japanese culinary techniques, the venue will bring Nikkei dining to Abu Dhabi with a menu
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UNOX Arabia has appointed Corporate Chefs Chef Wael Al Salem and Chef Ihab Abou-Shakra following the launch of its Riyadh Experience Center earlier this year Based at the centre, the chefs will provide culinary training, live demonstrations, recipe development and consultations for chefs, restaurants, hotels, bakeries and food businesses across Saudi
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Marriott International has signed an agreement with Manarat Al Dheyafah Company for Real Estate to open The Westin Abha, marking the brand's debut in Saudi Arabia's Asir region. The hotel is scheduled to open in 2031. Located in the Jabal Thah Valley, The Westin Abha will offer access to Abha International
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piehaus continues its Counter Culture collaboration series with Salam Daqaaq, founder of Bait Maryam and Sufret Maryam, exploring Levantine culinary traditions through handcrafted phyllo piehaus has unveiled the third edition of Counter Culture, its ongoing platform for cross-cuisine collaboration, this time partnering with Salam Daqaaq, founder of Bait Maryam and Sufret
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Built on direct relationships with producers, rigorous quality control, and a reputation earned within professional kitchens across the region, The H Formula has carved out a distinct position in the regional supply space. We spoke to Yassine Azzouni, also known as Tomato Man, about consistency, trust, and where the supply
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Foodics has launched Table Talks, a community-led dinner series bringing together restaurant founders, operators and hospitality professionals for candid conversations on building and scaling restaurant businesses The inaugural edition took place at Lila Molino in Alserkal Avenue on 18 June, featuring chef and entrepreneur Shaw Lash, founder of Lila Taqueria and
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Wasl Hospitality, Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre and Solutions Group have announced a partnership to redevelop the former Warehouse site into a new multi-experience destination in Dubai The project will bring together dining, entertainment and leisure concepts, anchored by Lock, Stock & Barrel, with two additional concepts to be
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