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 […]
Interviews
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.
Emirati teen perfects the art of BBQ brisket from YouTube tutorials, launches successful business
Meet Abdullah Al Janahi, a 17-year-old Emirati high school student who transformed a passion for Texas-style BBQ into Abdul’s BBQ, a thriving Wagyu brisket business in Dubai. Learn how this young entrepreneur used YouTube tutorials to master his craft and his plans for a food truck, showcasing true entrepreneurial spirit in the UAE.
Own a Restaurant in Dubai? Discover the Power of AI & Automation
We spoke to Alexander Ponomarev, CEO of Syrve MENA, a leading restaurant tech provider, to explore how smart tools like AI are surprisingly transforming the daily grind for F&B businesses in our region – offering benefits you might not even have thought of.
The real story behind your Açaí: Sambazon CEO on ethical sourcing and Amazon impact
Dubai, UAE: Vibrant purple and velvety smooth, topped with seasonal berries and nuts – Açaí bowls and smoothies, have become
Interview with Chef Moon: Redefining Korean Cuisine at Hanu Restaurant
The aroma of simmering kimchi and the rhythmic sizzle of Korean barbecue fill the air at Hanu Restaurant, at St Regis Gardens in Palm Jumeirah. At the heart of this new dining destination is Chef Kyung Soo Moon, a Seoul native whose journey from aspiring teenager to culinary director is a testament to passion and perseverance.