expansion
From LA To Dubai
Since first opening its doors in 1991 on the shores of Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles, Urth Caffe has established itself as the leading organic heirloom coffee roaster in the US. Following its success in Los Angeles, Japan and recently Saudi Arabia, Urth Caffe is set to open its latest venue at City Walk. Urth Caffe uses
Marriott International To Operate Over 80 Hotels by 2023
Marriott International continues to reinforce its position in the UAE with the expected addition of 11 new properties by year-end and a robust development outlook over the next five years. Year-to-date, the company has added six new properties and is scheduled to add five more in the country – bringing its portfolio in the UAE
Freedom Pizza To Kick-start Franchising
Freedom Pizza, a UAE-based organic pizza food concept, has announced its plans to participate in the International Franchise Exhibition in Abu Dhabi, from 16-17 October, this year. The brand’s leadership team are set to meet with potential franchisees at the event to expand its national footprint under the Freedom is Going Places Franchise Programme, which
Eggspectation expands to Sharjah
Canadian restaurant-café, Eggspectation, has opened its door in Matajer Mall, Sharjah, to bring a wide variety of delicacies from its hometown Montreal. Located in Matajer Al Juraina Sharjah, the Eggspectation venue has a capacity for over 100 people, with nearly 3,000sqm indoor and 1,000sqm outdoor. Staying true to its Canadian heritage, the modern contemporary artworks
Hyatt Acquires Two Roads Hospitality
The addition of Alila, Destination, Joie de Vivre, Thompson, and tommie brands to the Hyatt portfolio will strengthen Hyatt’s lifestyle and well-being offerings for high-end travellers worldwide. Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced an agreement to acquire Two Roads Hospitality, an international lifestyle hotel management company with a collection of distinctive brands, properties and a robust development
Deliveroo Expands Abu Dhabi Business
Deliveroo is continuing its expansion across Abu Dhabi, launching its service in Khalifa City, ADKC, Mussafah, Mushrif, Zayed City, and Yas Island. The new expansion means customers in Abu Dhabi will now be able to order from 250 additional restaurants across the city. Anis Harb, general manager of Deliveroo, said: “We’re excited for Deliveroo’s new expansion.
Jumeirah Group Strengthens International Porfolio
Jumeirah Group announced the launch of Jumeirah Nanjing earlier this month. Under the direction of Jumeirah CEO, José Silva, the group is in a phase of accelerated expansion and this new Jumeirah branded property in China represents an important deliverable in achieving the brand’s global growth ambitions. Located on the banks of the city’s Yangzte
A Taste Of Texan Barbecue
Dickey’s, the family operated Texas barbecue restaurant has undertaken its first international expansion to the United Arab Emirates. Renowned for their slow smoked meats and home-style, wholesome Texan food, the first store is set to open in Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi in October 2018. Identifying a gap in the UAE market, for American Barbecue, Youssef
Fraser Suites Opens in Muscat
The Brand’s first property in Oman is part of its plans to double its footprint in the Middle East to 13 properties Officially opened to the public on August 1, the 120-key Fraser Suites Muscat is the group’s first property in Oman, offering business and leisure travellers unprecedented amenities and facilities in the heart of
Fujairah Gears Up For First Nando’s Branch
Nando’s, the South African-Portuguese restaurant chain known for its flame-grilled peri-peri chicken is set to open its newest branch at Fujairah City Centre Mall. Due to open to diners on 17 August, the new venue will be the company’s first restaurant in the Emirate. The new restaurant represents a move by Nando’s into a currently under-served market within
