NEWS BITES

CULINARY NEWS FROM THE MIDDLE EAST AND BEYOND

THE BARRY CALLEBAUT GROUP’S LATEST FACILITY

The world’s leading manufacturer of highquality chocolate and cocoa products, The Barry Callebaut Group, has relocated their Chocolate Academy Center Dubai, to the foot of the iconic Burj Khalifa. The new facility will serve as a creative platform for chefs and artisan producers to showcase and develop their talent and skills. The Chocolate Academy Center Dubai is part of the wider Chocolate Academy Center network with 24 academies across the globe. Boasting a team of dedicated chefs, the Academy will drive innovation in the industry, as consumption patterns include superior new concepts in terms of design, colour and flavour. Courses and events have now resumed, and additionally, the Center will serve as a meeting place for chocolate connoisseurs, encouraging technical expertise discussions.

chocolate-academy.com

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

The 2021 edition of the Abu Dhabi Date Palm Exhibition is back from December 7-9 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), the event will be held together with SIAL Middle East, one of the Middle East’s largest food, beverage and hospitality event. This year’s event is set to attract serious buyers and the Abu Dhabi International Date Palm Exhibition, alongside SIAL ME, has positioned itself as a key industry event across the region.

Visit abudhabidatepalm.com and sialme.com.

ANANTARA HOTELS, RESORTS & SPAS DEBUTS IN ITALY

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the addition of Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel to its portfolio, marking the brand’s debut in Italy. This historic property, a member of ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’, heralds the continued growth of the brand’s European footprint.

Nestled in Rome, the hotel is transitioning to the Anantara brand and will reveal a glamorous new lobby, an Art Nouveau décor bar and a rooftop space with unrivalled panoramic views. A collection of eclectic dining and mixology outlets will ensure the hotel becomes one of Rome’s epicurean hotspots. Guests can also expect a new Anantara Spa and fitness centre, in addition to a thoughtful spa and wellness menu. Signature Anantara Experiences will tour bohemian neighbourhoods and immerse guests in hidden cinematic corners of the city, discovering lush gardens, private palaces and villas.

anantara.com/en/palazzo-naiadi-rome

CHEF ON DEMAND

UAE-based food tech startup, HeyChef.ae, unveiled their on-demand personal chef service. Chefs are available to cook daily, weekly, monthly or for gatherings and corporate events. The platform promotes fresh, healthy eating and offers a wide range of cuisines to choose from. Furthermore, HeyChef also provides cooking classes, BBQ services on yachts and themed night menus including sushi, steak, dim sum and more.

Visit HeyChef.ae.