Specialty Coffee Expansion: Roasters Specialty Coffee House opens its Asia flagship in Dubai’s Central, spotlighting Cup of Excellence and Geisha beans plus premium all-day drinks and a roastery room. Cooling Demand Watch: June shows mixed momentum for cooling products in India, with air-conditioner sales down as weather turns unseasonal and prices bite, while beverages, ice cream and dairy keep growing. Food Skills & Inclusion: SM Hotels’ Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA launches a Basic Food and Beverage Operations Training programme with Quezon City’s jail male dormitory to support PDL reintegration. Hospitality in Focus: Hyatt announces its first-ever all-inclusive Park Hyatt and Grand Hyatt resorts in Mexico, expanding the brand’s luxury play in the segment. Beverage/Trade Push: Sabah food and beverage exporters are invited to a major Indonesia expo in November, with a dedicated Sabah pavilion and chef-led showcases. Sushi Industry Loss: Katsuya Uechi, the LA sushi pioneer behind spicy tuna crispy rice, dies at 67. Tourism & Culture: Hong Kong is pitched as a three-day food-and-shopping escape built around efficient MTR access and peak views. Regional Food Security: Malaysia moves ahead with a nationwide B15 biodiesel mandate from June 1, using palm-based fuel to reduce reliance on imported crude. Market Snapshot: Sri Lanka’s exports hit record first five months, with apparel leading and services (ICT/BPM, transport/logistics) also rising. Local Food Scene: Seoul’s Nomercy Wurst finally opens after delays, bringing currywurst and beer to Gyeongnidan.