Hospitality News
FIVE LUXE, JBR Joins FIVE Hotels and Resorts Iconic Portfolio in Dubai of FIVE Palm Jumeirah and FIVE Jumeirah Village
Opening in 2023, FIVE LUXE, JBR is a prime beach property which boasts 222 sensational hotel rooms and suites, 275 opulent residences, multiple culinary and nightlife venues, a 14,000 sq ft private beach with glamourous Beach Club, an iconic Social Pool, ReFIVE Spa, indoor pool with an outdoor gym spanning an expansive 7,000 sq ft, a state-of-the-art paddle tennis court and a fantastic kids club to keep the little ones busy whilst the adults meet and mingle.
Joining the FIVE LUXE, JBR way of life is an astonishing new icon of the JBR landscape – FIVE’s masterfully designed ultra-luxe residences SENSORIA that transforms the realm of luxury living and will showcase to the world what living a decadently luxurious life is all about – Every. Single. Day.
Radiating not just luxury, FIVE LUXE, JBR will equally embody cutting-edge sustainability through smart systems and resource conserving technology. The Hotel and Residences are on track to acquire LEED Platinum (BD+C) and SPIRE and are therefore not just meeting, but exceeding, the sustainability of its predecessors.
An expansive space of over 35,000 sq ft that accommodates over 300 visitors on the terrace for unrivalled sunset views, over 500 guests for the dinner show and over 1000 revelers in the unmatched club; Lío will arrive in Dubai to become a small island in the Persian Gulf – the very ‘Pearl of Dubai.’
Presenting the Lap Of Luxury – with 222 breathtaking hotel rooms and suites, 275 magnificent residences and a 14,000 sq ft Private Beach, and a spectacular Social Pool along with Spa, Indoor and Outdoor Gym and Paddle Tennis Court – FIVE LUXE, JBR epitomizes decadent living for the discerning luxury aficionado.
“FIVE has always stood at the forefront of immersive entertainment experiences in the Middle East – and in keeping with our commitment to providing our guests with first-in-class experiential entertainment venues, we are thrilled to reveal Lío’s first, and only, international outpost in Dubai at FIVE LUXE, JBR. Lío and FIVE’s ethoses are seamlessly aligned – as we deliver all-encompassing superlative entertainment for a global audience.” – Aloki Batra, CEO, FIVE Hospitality
“We are incredibly excited to announce our partnership with FIVE with our new opening in Dubai at FIVE LUXE, JBR. At Pacha Group, we are committed to creating unique experiences that combine innovation, entertainment, and hospitality. Lío Dubai is the perfect opportunity to showcase our commitment to bringing world-class nightlife experiences to customers worldwide and continuing our ambitions to be an industry ESG leader.” -Sanjay Nandi, CEO of Pacha Group
“Creatively conceptualizing Lío Dubai has been an amazing opportunity for Team Lazaro Rosa Violan – for what will be, in our opinion, Dubai’s newest icon! We always say that Team Lazaro Rosa Violan does not just design spaces, we generate experiences – therefore to be able to develop this spectacular from scratch while studying the architecture and the interiors simultaneously allowed us to be endlessly imaginative and inspired.” – María Cañizares Rivas, Architect Team Leader, Lazaro Rosa Violan.
Hospitality
HOP INTO EASTER AT MCGETTIGAN’S WITH FAMILY ROASTS, EGG HUNTS AND CLASSIC SUNDAY FAVOURITES


This Easter, McGettigan’s is bringing together hearty roasts, family-friendly activities, and laid-back celebrations across its venues in Dubai. From lively family days with quizzes and egg hunts to traditional Sunday roasts for a relaxed gathering, there is something for everyone this Easter Sunday.
Easter Family Roast & Quiz at McGettigan’s Ibn Battuta Gate
Expect a lively Easter Sunday packed with family-friendly entertainment, including a quiz and activities for all ages, alongside McGettigan’s signature roast. Younger guests can also enjoy an Easter egg hunt, adding to the festive atmosphere and making it a perfect day out for families.
- Who – Families and groups
- What – Easter Sunday Roast with family quiz, entertainment, and egg hunt
- Where – McGettigan’s Ibn Battuta Gate
Easter Sunday Roast with Egg Hunt at Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Expo City
For a more relaxed Easter celebration, McGettigan’s at Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Expo City will host a laid-back family roast with a light touch of festive fun, including an Easter egg hunt for younger guests. Ideal for those looking to enjoy quality time with family in a more casual setting.
- Who – Families and casual diners
- What – Easter Sunday Roast with egg hunt
- Where – McGettigan’s Souk Madinat Jumeirah and McGettigan’s Expo City
Traditional Easter Roast at McGettigan’s JLT and DWTC
For those who prefer to keep it classic, McGettigan’s JLT and DWTC will be serving up their traditional Easter Sunday roast, complete with all the hearty favourites and signature dishes the brand is known for. A perfect option for a relaxed gathering with friends or family.
- Who – Friends, couples, and groups
- What – Traditional Easter Sunday Roast
- Where – McGettigan’s JLT and McGettigan’s DWTC
Hospitality
CELEBRATE EASTER WITH A FAMILY-FRIENDLY BRUNCH AT LA PISCINE,AL RAHA BEACH RESORT & SPA

Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa invites guests to celebrate Easter with a lively beachfront brunch at La Piscine. Taking place from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on April 5, the Easter Brunch brings together great food, feel-good music and a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere by the sea.
Set against La Piscine’s relaxed poolside and beachfront backdrop, the afternoon’s culinary offering features an international buffet with live stations, brought to life with a DJ and saxophonist spinning upbeat sets throughout the day. For younger guests, the experience leans into the spirit of Easter with great kids’ activities, including egg hunting, glitter face painting, and a dedicated kids’ corner.
Guests can also make the most of the long afternoon with complimentary access to the resort’s pool and beach, along with a Spa voucher, making it more than just brunch, but a full day out in the sun.
Easter Brunch Details
Location: La Piscine, Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, April 5th
Kids Policy
Ages 5–12: 50% discount
Below 5: Complimentary
Hospitality
THE IMPACT OF AI IN THE F&B INDUSTRY: LEADING RESTAURANT TECH COMPANY HELPS RESTAURANTS STAY AHEAD WITH ITS AI-POWERED TOOLS

AI has been steadily transforming the F&B industry across production, distribution, food safety, supply chain and restaurant operations. Now as more restaurants are increasingly adopting AI-powered systems, these tools are becoming an active element in streamlining day-to-day operations, bringing a transformative shift within the industry. Supporting this shift is Foodics, a leading cloud-based restaurant operations and payment tech company in the MENA region through its AI-powered business intelligence solution, Foodics BI.
Numerous opportunities and challenges have been brought by AI across different sectors, particularly in the F&B and hospitality industry. Today, restaurateurs can leverage AI in various ways whether it’s improving overall operational efficiency, assisting customer-related services in front office, streamlining back-end operations, tackling food waste, forecasting demands and trends, enhancing guest journeys through personalized experiences, optimizing menus, improving marketing efforts, performance tracking and more.
By using AI, restaurant owners can operate their business with a data-driven approach. One of the significant advantages of AI-powered tools tailored for restaurants is its ability to analyze large volumes of real-time data, allowing restaurateurs to make sense of the information and transform it into insights that will help them make the right decisions. In an industry shaped by constantly evolving customer behaviour, rising operational costs, increased demand for efficiency, these tools are becoming more essential for restaurants looking to thrive and stay profitable.
At the forefront of this shift in the industry is Foodics. The Saudi-born restaurant operations and payment tech company is helping restaurateurs stay ahead in the industry by supporting them in navigating this evolving landscape through Foodics BI – their advanced AI-powered business intelligence tool that provides restaurants with real-time, data-driven insights for seamless restaurant operations and smarter decision making.
Over the past year, Foodics BI has been a gamechanger for restaurants in the region, enabling them to harness the power of their own business data to make smarter, faster and more strategic decisions that will drive operational efficiency, enhance guest experiences, increase profitability and unlock new revenue opportunities for growth.
Some of Foodics BI’s key features include revealing in-depth and real-time operational insights including sales performances and customers’ buying behaviour, AI-powered forecasting for smarter inventory planning to reduce food wastage, automated reporting and historical data analysis to identify seasonal changes and trends, all using predictive analytics. Additionally, Foodics BI enables seamless remote management, allowing operators to conveniently access and monitor restaurant data anytime and from any location.
By transforming data into meaningful and actionable insights, Foodics BI is empowering restaurants to operate efficiently, adapt to market changes and customer demands, and scale sustainably in a competitive industry.
Beyond restaurants, AI-powered systems are also transforming the wider F&B industry, such as supporting quality control and safety in food processing facilities by detecting defective and contaminated products, monitoring food production processes and ensuring product consistency, optimizing distribution routes throughout supply chains to reduce food spoilage, identifying functional ingredients, improving shelf-life predictions and more.
AI-powered tools are undeniably reshaping the food and beverage industry by offering solutions that help businesses streamline their operations efficiently, bring accuracy and innovation. As AI technologies evolve, their integration will continue to redefine and shape the F&B landscape.
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