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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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In this interview, Chef Yu Hasegawa, Head Chef of BOCASU, talks about the thinking behind BOCASU's concept, how he develops and stress-tests new dishes, and what he believes it takes to build a kitchen culture where creativity and consistency are never in competition. What was the idea behind BOCASU when you
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FYTE Hospitality brings one of Asia's most acclaimed Wagyu Hamburg concepts to Al Quoz this September One of Asia's most talked-about restaurant concepts is making its GCC debut this September. Hikiniku To Come, the Japanese Wagyu Hamburg brand with a cult following across Asia, will open at CMPLX, Al Quoz, Dubai,
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As Dubai's hospitality sector navigates shifting consumer habits, Tyrone Reid, Group CEO of MMI & Emirates Leisure Retail, shares why collaboration between suppliers and operators is becoming increasingly important for driving footfall and supporting long-term growth. He also discusses Cheers United, MMI's initiative bringing together more than 75 bars, restaurants and
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Dubai's iconic AURA SKYPOOL has closed its doors for renovation, with the venue set to reopen on 1 September The rooftop destination, which sits atop The Palm Tower on Palm Jumeirah and holds the title of the world's highest 360° infinity pool, has temporarily shuttered to allow for works that the team
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Café Bateel has opened at Dubai International Airport (DXB), Terminal 1, Concourse D (Upper Level), expanding Emirates Leisure Retail’s food and beverage offering within one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs The new outlet brings Café Bateel’s Mediterranean-inspired dining concept to international travellers, offering an all-day menu spanning breakfast, lunch and
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Salvaje Group Dubai has promoted Maxime Lejuez to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Having played a key role in the operations and growth of the group’s portfolio, including Salvaje, Arrogante, and Amor, his appointment reflects his contribution to the business during a period of expansion. Since joining the group, Maxime has combined
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FIRSTLINE's Katarina Bajic on why understanding who is influencing demand at your venue matters just as much as understanding who is spending. FIRSTLINE is a guest network built for premium hospitality that combines social networking, loyalty, and royalties to help operators identify their most valuable guests and turn them into a
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