Author: Abdul.Wasey

JEDDAH : The “Chefs Carnival Club” officially concluded its seventh season amidst high engagement and wide public acclaim. The event wrapped up five days of creative competition that gathered elite culinary talents in an enriched experience, reflecting a sophisticated level of professionalism and innovation in the culinary arts. A Strong Launch and Professional Organization The festivities kicked off on Wednesday, January 13, and ran through Saturday, January 17. The opening ceremony featured an introduction by Dr. Huwaida Jamal Al-Lail, the visionary behind the “Huwaida Culinary Carnival” (formerly known as the Culinary Carnival) and UN MTC Ambassador for Management and Training. Highlights…

The project marks AVENEW Development’s next step in Dubai’s thriving hospitality and branded residences segment   DUBAI : AVENEW Development, a Dubai-born real estate innovator, has signed an agreement with Hilton (NYSE: HLT) to open Waldorf Astoria Dubai Islands and Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Islands, introducing the iconic luxury brand to one of the city’s most anticipated coastal destinations. Bringing Waldorf Astoria’s timeless luxury and world-renowned hospitality to Dubai Islands, the project is designed to balance residential comfort with the brand’s signature service. It will offer meticulously crafted living spaces that combine architectural excellence with functional elegance, creating a truly distinctive and…

Maria Zarraluqui brings more than 25 years of industry-leading expertise in all-inclusive development to her new role as SVP, Global Hyatt Inclusive Collection Growth and Owner Relations Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection growth plans   United Arab Emirates – Hyatt today announced that Maria Zarraluqui has been appointed SVP, Global Hyatt Inclusive Collection Growth and Owner Relations, underscoring Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection ambition to further strengthen its leadership position in the all-inclusive segment. This appointment, effective March 1, 2026, will help unlock the next phase of growth for an all-inclusive portfolio that already spans more than 150 resorts and 55,000 rooms across Latin America,…

Throughout the Holy Month, guests can choose from four curated Iftar menus starting from SAR 300 per person or enjoy an à la carte Suhoor experience celebrating authentic Saudi flavours. Riyadh : Designed as a space where every detail, gesture, and plate honours the Saudi identity, NOMAS offers a dining experience that feels both deeply rooted and thoughtfully elevated. Located within Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, the first-of-its-kind Saudi fine dining restaurant prepares for a series of Ramadan feasts that breathe new life into time-honoured dishes. The Saudi flavours on the NOMAS iftar menus Once the sun sets over the capital,…

Jeddah: Rowad Modern Engineering has announced the successful completion of the restoration and rehabilitation of the Red Sea Museum, in collaboration with First Gulf Company, under the supervision of the Saudi Ministry of Culture. Located at the heart of Jeddah’s historic waterfront, the museum houses rare exhibits that recount the rich stories of navigation, trade, and pilgrimage journeys across the Red Sea. The project forms part of an ambitious vision to position the museum as a national landmark celebrating the Kingdom’s maritime heritage and the historical significance of the Red Sea, while further strengthening Jeddah’s standing as a premier cultural…

Dubai SME’s Gulfood 2026 delegation Dubai SME brings delegation of 10 businesses spanning sustainable F&B, specialty foods, and innovation-driven sectors Participation reinforces Dubai’s role in enabling competitive, quality-driven SMEs to scale into new markets   Dubai :: Marking its 10th consecutive year of participation, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has leveraged the latest edition of Gulfood (26–30 January) to showcase Emirati products and expertise in the F&B sector. Through its participation as a lead entity in the UAE Pavilion, at the Dubai…

According to ATM research partner, GSIQ, major sporting attendees are boosting leisure markets, representing major opportunities for destinations, hotels and industry stakeholders Exclusive insights into sports tourism, major events and MICE trends, showcased across the ATM 2026 conference stages ATM 2026 will take place from 4-7 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre   Dubai : Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 4-7 May, will showcase the importance of sports tourism, as new research reveals that sports event-driven travellers – defined as people who travel overnight to attend live sporting event…

Pegasus Airlines has strengthened its presence in Europe by adding Slovenia to its flight network with the launch of flights between Istanbul and Ljubljana.   LONDON :Pegasus Airlines is launching direct flights between Istanbul and Ljubljana on 26 January 2026, adding Slovenia as the airline’s 55th country in its growing international network. This new connection between two important European cities will offer affordable and comfortable travel options while enhancing connectivity between Türkiye and Slovenia. The first Istanbul–Ljubljana flight A ceremony was held at Sabiha Gökçen Airport to mark the launch of the İstanbul–Ljubljana flights. The event was attended by Gorazd…

A Contemporary Dessert Narrative Inspired by the Flavours, Memory, and Soul of the UAE Continuing its mission to redefine the boundaries of dessert-led fine dining, Brix Journey unveils its latest immersive experience, The Voice of the Emirates – a four-course dessert journey inspired by the flavours, ingredients, and cultural soul of the UAE. Inside Brix Journey’s new menu With The Voice of the Emirates, Brix Journey turns its focus inward, celebrating local heritage through memory, texture, and taste, reinterpreted with contemporary finesse. At the helm is chef Carmen Rueda Hernandez, named MENA’s Best Pastry Chef 2025 by W50B – known for her fearless…

Makkah : As pilgrims begin the year with Umrah, Address Jabal Omar Makkah is welcoming worshippers with an approach shaped around what matters most during the sacred journey, ease, calm, and closeness to Al Masjid Al Haram. Located just steps from the Holy Mosque, the hotel has organised its services and spaces around the natural rhythm of worship. From prayer times and fasting hours to moments of rest between visits to the Haram, every detail is intended to help pilgrims focus on ibadah with less physical strain and fewer distractions. One of the hotel’s most distinctive features is the Sky…