Emirates Restaurant Group set for second open day
The Emirates Restaurant Group, the official body representing the food and beverage sector in the UAE, has announced that it will host a second open day following the huge success of its inaugural open day last year.
The group is inviting food and beverage professionals to join the gathering on February 10 at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce headquarters in Deira.
The event will bring together members of the group, government representatives and industry leaders.
It will feature in-depth discussions, keynote speeches and networking opportunities, allowing attendees to gain valuable insights into the trends shaping the future of the UAE's food and beverage sector .
The Emirates Restaurant Group is a non-profit organization that brings together F&B professionals with the common goal of making the UAE a global hub for gourmet dining.
By fostering collaboration, promoting sustainable practices, and providing essential resources, the group is a vital platform for driving growth and innovation within the sector.
The group also plays a key role in connecting businesses with government bodies, enhancing transparency and creativity in the market, as well as supporting job creation and economic development .
The open day will begin with a welcome address from the Emirates Restaurant Group Board of Directors, followed by an overview of the day's agenda by Tapan Vaidya, Treasurer of Emirates Restaurant Group.
The keynote address will be from Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Community Support at Dubai Chamber, who will discuss the role of the F&B sector in the UAE economy.
Discussions will continue with a presentation titled 'State of the Industry Survey: Data and Insights' by Nishanth Krishnan, Director of People and Business Consulting at Grant Thornton, and Tjalling van den Berger, Vice President of Corporate at Adyen .
According to the organisers, the agenda will also include hospitality journalist and consultant Claudia De Pretto, who will provide industry insights into the '50 Best Restaurants in the Mena Region'.
In his address, Christopher Hewitt, General Secretary of the Emirates Restaurants Group, will provide updates on developments in Ras Al Khaimah.
In addition, the event will have a panel discussion on restaurant profitability, featuring industry leaders Stefano Mihalitsianos of Tashas Group, Panchali Mahindra, CEO of Atelier House Hospitality, and Naveed Naser, Founder of Khadak.
Moderated by Richard Dean of Dubai Eye, the discussion will explore strategies to address challenges and highlight success stories in the sector.
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