Malaysian Palm Oil Can Help UAE Hotels Deliver on Their Sustainability Vision
Aerial View of Small Palm Grove in Crop Fields in Terengganu, Malaysia. Picture by Johan Armang/Pexels.com Dubai, UAE: The UAE’s […]
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Meet Japanese chef Yamamoto: From 8-seat diner in Tokyo to Michelin recognition in Japan and Dubai
Dubai, UAE: One man’s struggle and a humble, eight-seat diner. This is how Konjiki Hototogisu began, in 2006, as Chef
From selling sweet potatoes in Philippines to a barista at Sheraton in Dubai: Meet Jason Alfonso
https://youtu.be/LSTE49NWFnc EXCLUSIVE TO HOTELS OF UAE DUBAI, UAE: Every morning, as the espresso machine hisses to life at the Sheraton
The Brooklyn Creamery: Shivaan Ghai on Guilt-Free Indulgence & Global Expansion
The Brooklyn Creamery has carved a significant niche in the ice cream industry. Founded by Shivaan Ghai, who comes from a family deeply rooted in India’s modern ice cream history and hospitality, this brand offers a tempting array of low-calorie, no-added-sugar, keto, vegan, and high-protein ice creams. It’s a sweet revolution allowing consumers to indulge their cravings without the guilt.
Op-Ed: Emotional Intelligence is the New Frontier in Guest Experiences
In an age where digital convenience, curated experiences, and global standards shape nearly every industry, hospitality remains one of the
Interview: What the UAE’s tiered sugar tax means for hotels, restaurants, and their suppliers
The recent announcement of a tiered sugar tax in the UAE marks a significant shift in fiscal policy, moving beyond a flat rate to a more nuanced system based on a beverage’s exact sugar content. This change, which takes effect from early 2026, has widespread implications for the hospitality sector and its supply chain.
The Saffron Society: Dubai’s Culinary Theatre Redefining Indian Progressive Dining
Discover The Saffron Society, Shraddha Barot Amariei’s unique chef-led supper club in Dubai, offering intimate Indian fine dining experiences and redefining culinary narratives.
Exclusive: This Dubai expatriate turns glass waste from restaurants into luxury designs
Discover Kattys’ Designs, a Dubai studio by Ekaterina Penkovskaya, transforming discarded wine bottles into elegant, sustainable homeware with a zero-waste vision.
Ganzhina Maibalieva: Inside Chalet Berezka’s Luxury F&B Leadership in Dubai
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuLQ4TCyNR0 Dubai, UAE: She came to the UAE in 2021 to attend a festival, with just enough clothes to spend
From nonna’s little kitchen helper to donning the chef’s hat: A conversation with Italian Chef Daniela Sfara
Chef Daniela’s supper club menu at at Dubai’s Media One Hotel showcased curated regional dishes learned in Nonna’s kitchen.