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Chef Jarvis Dong W Abu Dhabi Yas Island Culinary Director

Chef Jarvis Dong joins W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island as Culinary Director

W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island has welcomed Chef Jarvis Dong as its new Culinary Director With nearly two decades of

Chef Saradhi Dakara launches Stellar Society Group with debut restaurant Orilla in Dubai

Chef Saradhi Dakara has announced the launch of Stellar Society Group, a new UAE-based hospitality company co-founded with US restaurateur

Chef Edward Mair appointed Executive Chef at Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Sofitel Dubai Downtown has appointed Chef Edward Mair as its new Executive Chef, marking a fresh chapter in the hotel’s

The Distributor

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Qualiko: Elevating poultry solutions with culinary expertise across the MENA region

Sponsored: In a world where food is both nourishment and experience, Qualiko stands as a culinary-driven poultry brand, offering premium,

Silver Hill Duck expands reach in Saudi Arabia with Gulfwest Co.

Silver Hill Duck is now available in Jeddah following a successful launch in Riyadh This expansion is a key step for

The future of tea: Interview with Markus Zbinden

Markus Zbinden, the co-founder and CEO of AVANTCHA Tea, discusses how sustainability, innovation, and culinary integration are shaping the future

The Season

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Chef Heinzelmann’s seasonal asparagus menu arrives at Ernst Biergarten

Ernst Biergarten & Wirtshaus at 25hours Hotel One Central is marking Germany’s beloved ‘Spargelzeit’—asparagus season—with a dedicated seasonal menu that

Maison de la Plage celebrates first anniversary

Maison de la Plage marks its first anniversary with The First Escale, a one-day event on February 22nd, drawing inspiration

Behind Casinetto’s rise: CEO & Country Manager of KSA on innovation, partnerships, and expansion

Sponsored: Casinetto, a prominent supplier of premium Italian and European ingredients to the HoReCa (Hotels, Restaurants, and Catering) sector, has

The Source

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Quality, innovation and craftmanship of USA Cheeses showcased during week-long educational journey for Middle Eastern foodservice professionals

Sponsored: The USA Cheese Guild hosted an educational trade mission to the United States, providing a first-hand opportunity to discover

The USA Cheese Guild’s role in the MENA region

Sponsored: Renowned for its ingenuity and unwavering dedication to quality, the USA Cheese Guild champions the excellence of American cheesemaking

Emirates Flight Catering fully acquires Bustanica

Emirates Flight Catering has completed the full acquisition of Emirates Bustanica, formerly known as Emirates Crop One, alongside its consumer

The Critic

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A behind-the-scenes look at The Pro Chef Showdown 2025

The Pro Chef Showdown witnessed 20 thrilling battles, with over 60 of the region’s finest chefs given one hour to

Voting now open for The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2025

The Pro Chef & Hospitality Conference and Awards return in 2025 to celebrate the very best across the GCC’s food,

FZN by Björn Frantzén earns three Michelin stars in under a year

FZN by Björn Frantzén, located at Atlantis, The Palm, has made an extraordinary debut by earning three Michelin stars in

The Country

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World of Coffee Dubai returns for fifth edition in 2026

DXB LIVE has announced the fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai, taking place from 18 to 20 January 2026

The Pro Chef Awards 2025: Full list revealed

The Pro Chef & Hospitality Awards 2025: Meet this year’s winners

From chefs and hospitality leaders to our valued partners, this year’s event honoured the people redefining the industry Congratulations to

BE WTR: Redefining hydration in the UAE

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