Hospitality powerhouse Amine Moukarzel
“Success is a continuous journey and not a specific destination” is how Amine Moukarzel, president and partner of Louvre Hotels Group and Golden Tulip Hotels MENA, views the world. We spoke with the veteran hotelier to hear his thoughts on the industry’s evolution and his group’s upcoming projects.
Horeca Kuwait turns 10
The 10th edition of HORECA Kuwait, the country’s premier hospitality and foodservice event, was hailed a triumph as it closed its doors at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Al Thuraya City, Kuwait, on May 25, 2022.
In the kitchen with Usman Ashfaq
Uncovering the brightest stars in the culinary world, Hospitality News ME takes time out with Usman Ashfaq, chef de partie at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina.
In the kitchen with Sheenalyn Baluyot Buay
Adding a touch of spice in the kitchen, Sheenalyn Baluyot Buay, commis III at Ramada Encore Hotel, Kuwait, tells us about life in the culinary world and shares her grilled salmon recipe.
In the kitchen with Anil Krishantha Nanayakkara
We hear what Anil Krishantha Nanayakkara, demi chef of Ramada Encore Hotel, Kuwait, has to say about the latest culinary trends.
A dinner for the senses with award-winning chef Frédéric Jaunault at Eddé Sands
Frédéric Jaunault, founder of the Academy of Fruits and Vegetables in France and “MOF Primeur” (Best Craftsman of France – Fruits and Vegetables category), has had an interesting journey. Having previously worked in the United States and in Bermuda, as well as at the iconic Ledoyen, the Plaza Athenee, Bernard Loiseau and Le Normandie in Deauville, he decided to specialize in vegetables, finding balance between tradition and modernity, technicity and pleasure. Here, Jaunault tells us about his upcoming charity gala dinner by Mon Liban d’Azur, which is set to take at Eddé Sands, Byblos -Lebanon, on May 28, 2022.
In the kitchen with Pidurshan Sivarajah
We go behind the scenes at Hilton Kuwait Resort, Kuwait, to see what commis II Pidurshan Sivarajah is preparing for dessert.
Paying tribute to Nouhad Dammous, the godfather of the hospitality industry
Thank you for your words of sympathy on the passing of our editor-in-chief, Nouhad Dammous. The outpouring of love and support we have received has been heartwarming, and we wanted to share just a handful of beautiful messages with you all.
A taste of Lebanon in Paris with the “Mouné Libanaise: Artisanat Gastronomique,” an initiative by the Embassy of Lebanon
The Embassy of Lebanon in Paris organized a culinary initiative titled “Mouné Libanaise: Artisanat Gastronomique” to promote Lebanese agri-food products and introduce new brands, initiating B2B networking between key players in the French market and Lebanese brands.
Beyond the beach with JM Architects
With the Middle East boasting thousands of miles of coastline, Jeffrey Meawad, founder of JM Architects, identifies some of the main factors to consider in beachfront restaurant design.