Transforming hospitality: Uniting digital innovation, data insights, and commercial strategy for guest-centric success

Transforming hospitality: Uniting digital innovation, data insights, and commercial strategy for guest-centric success By Cleo Johnson, founder and CEO of Nuecleo and Hostex Ambassador In an era dominated by technology and data, the hospitality industry stands at the crossroads of transformation. Leveraging data and embracing digital innovations are becoming imperative for hotels to deliver exceptional […]

Hostex 2024: Africa’s food, drink and hospitality expo brings together industry leaders and innovators for three days of inspiration

Hostex 2024: Africa’s food, drink and hospitality expo brings together industry leaders and innovators for three days of inspiration In just three weeks, thousands of decision-makers from the hospitality and food & beverage industry will converge at the Sandton Convention Centre for the highly anticipated expo they’ve awaited for two years. Hostex – Africa’s premier […]

Elevating the dining experience: the power of training waiters in wine service

Moses Magwaza

Elevating the dining experience: the power of training waiters in wine service As we prepare for Hostex 2024, a hub of innovation and excellence in the hospitality industry, it’s time we focus on a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of restaurant service: empowering our waiters. As a sommelier, judge, and Hostex ambassador, I’ve been fortunate […]

HOSTEX 2024 ANNOUNCES GROWING EXHIBITOR LIST

RFG Foods at Hostex 2022

HOSTEX 2024 ANNOUNCES GROWING EXHIBITOR LIST Johannesburg, September 2023 – Hostex 2024, Africa’s food, drink and hospitality trade expo, is gearing up to be an unmissable event for industry professionals. With just months to go, Hostex has announced a significant milestone – an impressive 50% of the exhibition floorspace has already been sold, indicating the […]

Hostex 2022 – the secret ingredient to boost hospitality sector recovery

Hostex 2022 – the secret ingredient to boost hospitality sector recovery Hostex 2022 was exactly what the hospitality industry needed, according to Chef James Khoza, President of SA Chefs and Hostex Ambassador. “In chefs’ terms, Hostex 2022 was the secret ingredient that boosted recovery in our industry following the pandemic. Now we are ready to […]

Change in transformation and gender equality in tourism will deliver economic growth

Change in transformation and gender equality in tourism will deliver economic growth By Lindiwe Sangweni-Siddo, COO of City Lodge Hotel Group, Chair of TTCSA (Tourism Transformation Council of SA), and Hostex Show Ambassador Everyone who’s anyone in the hospitality sector already knew how important the domestic market is to the economy before the pandemic. But […]

Hostex 2022 – where you engage with your industry!

Hostex 2022 – where you engage with your industry! Hostex 2022 REFRESHED doors open to a vibrant industry on Sunday 26 June at 9:30am at Sandton Convention Centre.   Charlene Hefer, Hostex Portfolio Director: “More than ever Hostex will be about discovering new developments, learning about new trends, tasting, trading, and enjoying all that our […]

What’s on at Hostex 2022!

What’s on at Hostex 2022! Hostex 2022 is back at the Sandton Convention Centre from 26-28 June, with a refreshed show where the industry can network, catch up on the latest trends, and browse innovative products designed to take your business to the next level. Here’s a taste of what’s on at the industry’s leading […]