Food & Beverage Travel News
Vuvuzela sports bar opens at Fairmont the Palm
A brand-new sports bar, named Vuvuzela, has opened at Fairmont the Palm and is set to become Palm Jumeirah’s most friendly neighbourhood pub.
Refreshed British Airways lounge open in Johannesburg
The lounge, based in O.R. Tambo International Airport, has undergone significant refurbishment with the new and improved space being converted into one large lounge with a dedicated boutique dining area for first-class customers.
New dining offering from Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
A haven within the vibrant city of Dubai, the Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah boasts a private soft-sanded beach, six distinct restaurants and lounges and elegant sea-facing guest rooms and suites.
Cathay Pacific welcomes return of Betsy Beer
Betsy Beer has made a comeback onboard Cathay Pacific. With a new taste, a new look and a new roll-out, it will be available to all passengers on all long-haul flights in all cabins.
Little Venice Cake Company to join Atlantis in Dubai
Cake fever is set to descend on Dubai next year as leading baker Mich Turner opens her first atelier bakery outside of the UK. The new location will open at the Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences in quarter four of 2020.
Culinary month to return to Atlantis, the Palm
Atlantis, the Palm is hosting the third edition of its overwhelmingly popular Culinary Month, from November 3rd to December 5th. Having established itself as a must-attend month of events, the resort is inviting guests to meet, learn and eat with some of the most prolific chefs in the region.
Trader Vic’s to join Hilton the Palm dining line-up
Hilton the Palm will offer the hottest new dining experience when it opens next year, with Trader Vic’s expected to take its place in an all-star line-up. Dubai Palm Jumeirah residents who love a jalapeño cheese ball and a Polynesian mixed drink are in luck, as popular restaurant arrives in the emirate.
Soul Street opens at Five Jumeirah Village, Dubai
Located in the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle, Soul Street is a lively restaurant, bar and lounge offering honest, authentic and passionate street food from South America, Europe, Asia, India and the Middle East.
UberTaxi services launch in Saudi Arabia
UberTaxi can be accessed through the Uber app as another choice in service in addition to UberX. The rider will then be matched to the nearest taxi in the exact same way they are matched with any other service on Uber.
Din Tai Fung to open latest Dubai location on Palm Jumeirah
Din Tai Fung, the immensely popular Taiwanese dumpling chain, will be opening its fourth branch in Dubai. The latest location will join the growing list of prestigious restaurants on the trunk of the Palm Jumeirah.
Khanna signs for new restaurant at JA Lake View Hotel, Dubai
Vikas Khanna has announced a culinary collaboration with JA Resorts & Hotels for a new restaurant in Dubai, Kinara by Vikas Khanna. The location is set to open on September 22nd.
Young appointed executive chef at Rosewood London
Commencing his role on Monday, Simon Young will oversee the luxury hotel’s kitchens and restaurants including the popular Scarfes Bar and elegant Mirror Room.