Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, known as Shaq, is exploring Abu Dhabi’s vibrant street food scene in a new series called ‘Street Bites with Shaq’. This campaign, spearheaded by Visit Abu Dhabi, aims to attract food enthusiasts from around the world to experience the city’s unique culinary offerings.
Baha Mar, the leading luxury destination in The Bahamas, has been awarded the prestigious IAAPA Brass Ring Award for Best New Food and Beverage Festival or Special Event for its 2022 Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival. The award recognizes the festival’s creativity, innovation, and excellence in developing a new festival or event centered around food and beverages that stands out in the industry. Launched in 2022, the Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival at Baha Mar aimed to establish Baha Mar as the Caribbean’s premier culinary and arts destination. The three-day festival featured internationally acclaimed chefs, interactive cooking demonstrations, and exhibitions from local artisans. The 2023 festival saw further growth, with Sting as the musical headliner and the introduction of FUZE, a showcase for Caribbean-inspired art.
Culinary tourism has become a driving force in the travel industry, with tourists seeking unique and unforgettable culinary experiences. Malls and high streets are embracing this trend by evolving into culinary hotspots, showcasing local flavors, dining experiences, and food-related activities while increasing foot traffic and profits for the retail and hospitality sectors.
