How Lebanon’s hotels are gearing up for summer 2024
Lebanon’s tourism landscape is an intriguing mix of triumphs, challenges and resilience. From the reflections of industry leaders to strategies for revival, we explore the dynamic forces shaping Lebanon’s tourism outlook in the face of adversity.
Lebanon’s 2024 tourism outlook
Lebanon’s tourism landscape is an intriguing mix of triumphs, challenges and resilience. From the reflections of industry leaders to strategies for revival, we explore the dynamic forces shaping Lebanon’s tourism outlook in the face of adversity.
The future of food tech in Kuwait
There’s no doubt that Covid-19 changed the rules of the game in the world of technology, particularly in the world of F&B. We take a look at how technology is impacting the food scene in Kuwait and the latest trends.
Challenges and opportunities for Kuwait’s food and beverage suppliers
While the GCC imports around 85 percent of its food and beverage, Kuwait’s figure is closer to 90 percent. We explore the opportunities and challenges facing the leading food and beverage suppliers in the country.
Women shaping the world of gastronomy in Kuwait
More than ever before, female entrepreneurs are leading restaurant groups in Kuwait. We examine how women chefs and restaurateurs are making an impact on the country’s F&B industry.
In the kitchen with Biju Mohamed
As executive chef of Elite Group Hotels, Biju Mohamed tells us about his career highlights, plans for 2023 and shows us how to make his famous baked sea bass dish.
Youssef Akiki and Davy Tissot’s culinary collaboration for a cause
On September 16, 2023, renowned chefs Youssef Akiki and Davy Tissot collaborated on a fundraising culinary event at brût in Hrajel, Lebanon. The event was a celebration of Lebanese cuisine and a testament to the country’s culinary prowess, with all proceeds dedicated to acquiring equipment for a Lebanese culinary school.
In the kitchen with influential chefs in the Middle East
In today’s dynamic culinary landscape, a host of rising talents are igniting a new wave of creativity in the kitchen.
Chef Youssef Akiki places Lebanon on the culinary map with chef Tissot
Chef Youssef Akiki is not just a culinary master but also a true ambassador for Lebanon. He has earned a global reputation for his innovative and authentic approach to Lebanese cuisine. He is the owner and manager of the F&B consultancy firm Kitchen Backstage Company and the visionary behind brût, a unique farm-to-table concept that offers an immersive experience in Levantine cuisine. Additionally, Akiki has launched Butler’s Table offering Mediterranean cuisine with vibrant, fresh ingredients. As a board member of the Lebanese Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafes, Night-Clubs & Pastries, and through his consultancy work with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Lebanon, as well as thrilling collaborations such as the one with celebrity chef Davy Tissot at brût in Hrajel-Lebanon this September 16, Akiki is committed to putting Lebanon on the international culinary map.
What’s trending in Lebanon’s F&B scene
Stepping into the vibrant tapestry of Lebanon’s F&B scene, innovation and adaptation redefine culinary landscapes amid a backdrop of shifting trends and challenges. Witnessing a surge of new openings, Lebanon’s Syndicate of Restaurants, Night Clubs, Cafes and Pastries has voiced concern over ventures lacking vision. Here, we learn more about the country’s F&B scene and what’s trending.