Egypt Food Safety: Egypt’s Ministry of Health warned against counterfeit Coloverin-D packages (batch A251035), urging hospitals and pharmacies to verify sources and report suspected fakes. Egypt Restaurant Openings: Japanese restaurant Odoriko opened on Egypt’s North Coast at Playa, bringing its sashimi, gyoza, bao buns and sushi rolls to the seaside. Turkey Dining Trends: A Turkish feature looks at how sushi has gone mainstream, citing Istanbul-led consumption and the rise of ready-to-eat and restaurant “sushi” as a standard menu category. Turkey Hospitality Expansion: 7 Mehmet’s owner has launched “Daha” at The Bodrum EDITION, aiming to expand without diluting quality, and adding to the hotel’s broader dining lineup. Kenya Premium Dining: Artcaffé is expanding beyond Nairobi, rolling out a Winter Mediterranean menu and planning new outlets in Eldoret and the Coast as demand grows for curated dining experiences. Tourism & Food Culture: A travel guide spotlights Alexandria as an “Odyssey” destination, mixing Greek heritage with local bakeries and lunch spots. Gulf-Adjacent Hospitality Tech: Afterpay Arena (formerly Qudos Bank Arena) in Australia highlights tap-to-pay for food and beverage inside the venue, reflecting the wider push toward frictionless payments in hospitality.