Zomato introduces progressive parental leave policy
Through the new policy, all of Zomato’s employees spread throughout 24 countries are now eligible for universal paid parental leave, with a minimum of 26 weeks given to both men and women – a number that is equally applicable to non-birthing parents, including cases of surrogacy and adoption. In countries...
Emirates Palace welcomes Johannes Tafel
Emirates Palace is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef de Cuisine Johannes Tafel to the helm of the award-winning Sayad Restaurant, which is one of Abu Dhabi’s best seafood restaurants and the fine dining experience to match. The restaurant’s décor is reminiscent of the Arabian Gulf with its cool...
Shababik; a window onto KSA’s F&B industry
What is ‘Shababik’? Shababik, a restaurant managed by Richard Farhat, has been operating in Jeddah since May 2014. It serves traditional Lebanese food and welcomes up to 450 guests. It is located on the second level of a boutique mall in a prestigious area with a vast air-conditioned terrace. Over the years,...
Top Chef winner’s celebratory lunch
Under the patronage of H.E. Majd Mohammed Shweikeh, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts hosted a festive lunch prepared by Top Chef Ali Ghzawi, one of RACA’s alumni who won the third season of MBC Top Chef Middle East and North Africa. The celebratory lunch...
Christophe Bacquié Awarded
Staging an appearance at this year’s HORECA Lebanon show was honorary guest Chef Christophe Bacquié who recently, and by decree of the President of the French Republic, was named Chevalier dans l’Ordre de La Légion d’Honneur. The triple Michelin star and winner of the title of Best Craftsman of France...
