Two new leaders join CBRE’s Middle East hotels and tourism team
Ali Manzoor has joined CBRE as head of hotels and tourism – Middle East and Ben Parkins as associate director.
Hussain Dagher joins Al Raha Beach Hotel as executive chef
Prior to joining Al Raha Beach Hotel, Chef Hussain Dagher worked in Lebanon, England, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey and Qatar.
An enchanting culinary treat with Chef Daniel Boulud
Chef Boulud said: “It’s always good to be back and reconnect with the guests and the team. The city is very close to my heart.”
SCAFA – a vocational institute leaving its mark on the Middle East
SCAFA, the School of Culinary and Finishing Arts in Dubai, is the largest vocational institute in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Zaigham Abdul Haque, SCAFA’s CEO, discusses talent in the Emirates and providing education to world-class chefs.
Dairy and more with Dermot Farrell
Dermot Farrell, general manager of the food service and consumer foods division of Lakeland Dairies, shares news from the dairy industry and the trends shaping its future.
Lebanese entrepreneurship at its best
The expansion of Lebanese brands into foreign markets should not be underestimated. Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, highlights the growth of this trend and which brands are taking the leap.
Destination Egypt by Nada Aaad
With a mantra “opportunities don’t happen, you create them,” Nada Aad, concept creator and managing partner of Mon Maki A Moi, sets her sights on Egypt for a range of new F&B projects. Here, she tells us more.
Eclectic Japanese food with prodigy chef Reif Othman
Award-winning chef Reif Othman, owner of the Reif Japanese Kushiyaki restaurant brand, is known for his witty, trendsetting culinary style. Here, he tells us about his latest collaboration with Baky Hospitality and his future projects.
Ant Ventures’ ambitious expansion
Roy Maroun, COO of Ant Ventures Worldwide, a hospitality group famous for Casper & Gambini’s, as well as Bab Idris, Tarator and Caspresso Café, talks about expansion, success and why adaptability is essential to the sustainability of any business.
