LaFamiglia, a fine dining Italian restaurant in Dubai Sports City, has introduced the Croissant Al Lampone as a permanent addition to its breakfast menu.

Freshly baked each morning, our Raspberry Croissant is crafted from buttery laminated dough and generously filled with homemade raspberry confit. Golden and delicately layered, it reveals a rich raspberry centre beneath its crisp, flaky exterior.

It is available each morning as part of La Famiglia’s breakfast service — weekdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and weekends from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The new addition reflects the restaurant’s commitment to quality across all dayparts, bringing the same attention to ingredients and preparation to its morning offering as to the main dining menu.

What to Expect at La Famiglia:

• Authentic Italian cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Handmade pasta and oven-fired pizza, served with clean, modern presentation
• Star dishes such as their risotto with cuttlefish ink and pasta served straight from a parmigiano cheese wheel
• Traditional tiramisu, arguably the best you will find in Dubai, alongside homemade gelato
• A relaxed yet refined setting, designed for long family lunches, relaxed dinners, celebrations, and everyday moments worth savouring
• A breakfast menu designed to bring comfort and a perfect start to the day
• Kid-friendly options and staff trained in thoughtful, unobtrusive service
• Warm and homely inspired interiors
• Attention to detail, from menu execution to table placement for quiet conversations

La Famiglia Dubai is not just a restaurant – it’s a place to gather, share, and feel at home.

PPHE Hotel Group, the international hospitality real estate group which develops, owns and operates a multi-brand portfolio of hotels and resorts, has expanded its digital transformation strategy through a landmark partnership with Hudini. The agreement will see PPHE use Hudini’s integrated technology solutions across 17 of its European properties, supporting the group’s wider ambition to enhance service delivery, empower hotel teams and drive operational excellence.

The partnership forms part of PPHE Hotel Group’s broader strategy to reimagine how hotels are run by combining technology with the personalised service that sits at the heart of hospitality. Through a more connected digital ecosystem, the group aims to streamline operations, strengthen collaboration between teams and create a smoother, more responsive experience for guests across every stage of their journey.

The strategic partnership with Hudini, the leader in digital transformation solutions for the hospitality industry, began with the implementation of a single solution within PPHE Hotel Group’s technology roadmap and has since expanded to span a range of guest and employee-focused solutions.

PPHE Hotel Group is implementing a fully integrated suite of digital solutions designed to enhance the guest journey from end to end. This includes a guest-facing web app, a mobile wallet that functions as the room key, self-service kiosks, Staff Connect for faster and more personalised front desk interactions, and guest messaging for real-time communication throughout the journey.

The platform also enables guests to create personalised hotel itineraries, from dining to wellness, based on their individual preferences. Together, these capabilities support a more intuitive, connected and guest-led hospitality experience, setting a new benchmark for personalisation and digital engagement.

Hudini was selected for its ability to bring together multiple guest and operational touchpoints through a single platform, while providing the flexibility to support PPHE Hotel Group’s diverse portfolio of brands and properties in multiple markets. The platform’s scalability, combined with its ability to adapt to individual operational requirements, aligned closely with the group’s long-term technology strategy. Hudini’s ability to integrate with PPHE’s other existing technology initiatives, including AI implementation and data, was another key factor that stood out during the RFP process.

The guest web app is already live in all 15 of the 17 participating properties across Europe, with the first self-service kiosk deployed at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London.

Jawad Sabir, SVP Technology and Business Solutions at PPHE Hotel Group, said: “Technology should make hospitality feel more personal, not less. Our goal is to remove friction from the guest journey while giving our teams more time to focus on the interactions that matter most. Our partnership with Hudini supports this by helping us create a more connected experience across our hotels, where information flows more effectively between teams and guests can access the services they need quickly and seamlessly.

“As guest expectations continue to evolve, speed and simplicity have become increasingly important. By investing in technologies that support both our guests and our employees, we are creating a stronger operational foundation while enabling our teams to deliver the thoughtful, personalised service that defines our brands.”

Prince Thampi, Founder & CEO of Hudini, said: “PPHE Hotel Group has a clear vision for how technology can elevate both the guest journey and hotel operations across its portfolio. We are proud to support their ambition with a scalable platform that enables consistency across multiple brands and markets, while remaining flexible to the unique requirements of each property. This has been a highly collaborative partnership focused on bringing PPHE’s long-term digital strategy to life.”

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About PPHE Hotel Group

PPHE Hotel Group is an international hospitality real estate company, with a £2.0 billion portfolio, valued as at December 2022 by Savills and Zagreb nekretnine Ltd (ZANE), of primarily prime freehold and long leasehold assets in Europe.     

Through its subsidiaries, jointly controlled entities and associates it owns, co-owns, develops, leases, operates and franchises hospitality real estate. Its portfolio includes full-service upscale, upper upscale and lifestyle hotels in major gateway cities and regional centres, as well as hotel, resort and campsite properties in select resort destinations. The Group’s strategy is to grow its portfolio of core upper upscale city centre hotels, leisure and outdoor hospitality and hospitality management platform.      

PPHE Hotel Group benefits from having an exclusive and perpetual licence from the Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel groups, to develop and operate Park Plaza® branded hotels and resorts in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. In addition, PPHE Hotel Group wholly owns, and operates under, the art’otel® brand and its Croatian subsidiary owns, and operates under, the Arena Hotels & Apartments® and Arena Campsites® brands.       

PPHE Hotel Group is a Guernsey registered company with shares listed on the London Stock Exchange. PPHE Hotel Group also holds a controlling ownership interest in Arena Hospitality Group, whose shares are listed on the Prime market of the Zagreb Stock Exchange.      

A new chapter of Parisian elegance arrives in the Garden City. Ladurée opens its refined new destination in Al Ain, bringing its storied heritage into a setting that feels both timeless and contemporary.

Inspired by the classic French tea experience, the space is designed with symmetry, soft ornamentation, and balanced proportions. The result is an atmosphere that feels graceful, composed, and quietly luxurious. At its heart, a striking display takes centre stage, drawing the eye and anchoring the entire experience. The layout flows effortlessly, with clear sightlines and a seamless 360-degree circulation that invites guests to explore at their own pace.

Seating is thoughtfully layered. Open areas create a sense of vibrancy and connection, while more intimate corners offer privacy and comfort. Planters act as gentle dividers, adding softness without disrupting the openness. The material palette is rich yet refined. Green Ming marble meets Calacatta Vena Oro underfoot, creating a timeless foundation. Brushed brass accents introduce warmth, while wood elements bring balance and ease.

Architectural arches nod to classical French design, while drapery elements add a soft, almost theatrical touch. Subtle textures from striped wall coverings to delicate mouldings enhance the layered aesthetic. Lighting completes the experience, with warm tones and elegant fixtures creating an inviting glow that shifts beautifully from day to evening.

Marwan Hert, chief strategy and business development officer at Scope Investment Group, said: “Bringing Ladurée to Al Ain is a proud milestone for us and a significant step in strengthening our presence across the UAE. This expansion reflects our commitment to growth in the region and to offering experiences that go beyond dining. Every element of this destination has been thoughtfully designed to embody Parisian sophistication, from the architecture and interiors to the culinary journey. We aim to create a space where guests can pause, savor, and immerse themselves in the artistry and indulgence that define Ladurée.”

The destination offers a full all-day dining experience. Guests can enjoy elegant breakfasts, leisurely lunches, refined dinners, and the maison’s iconic classic and royal afternoon teas, each moment infused with Ladurée’s signature artistry and indulgence. At the heart of this experience lies a true showstopper, the Dubai Chocolate French Toast, thoughtfully prepared by Chef Faisal Alharmoodi, the UAE’s first Bib Gourmand Michelin awarded chef, alongside Mathilde Boumesla, Ladurée’s Executive Pastry Chef, an indulgent creation infused with an elegant Emirati touch and destined to be the most coveted delight on the menu.

Ladurée in Al Ain is more than a destination. It is a celebration of moments savoured and details cherished. Every corner invite discovery, every creation tells a story, and every visit becomes a graceful pause in the day. With this opening, the maison continues its journey across the UAE, offering timeless Parisian charm, indulgent experiences, and a delicate blend of sophistication for those who appreciate the finer things in life.