Sweet inspirations with Mott 32’s pastry sous chef Akhil Raj Rajan

Sweet inspirations with Mott 32’s pastry sous chef Akhil Raj Rajan

Akhil Raj Rajan is the pastry chef of Mott 32 Dubai, a venue recognized in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2023 and a Toque Award winner. Here, the talented chef tells us what sparked his interest in pastry.

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Breaking sourdough bread with Ghadi Aouad

Breaking sourdough bread with Ghadi Aouad

Ghadi Aouad, a 27-year-old Lebanese-Brazilian hotelier-turned-baker and entrepreneur, successfully launched Masa (con mi) Madre, his bread concept, a couple of years ago. Here, he talks about his journey and what he’s planning in 2023.

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Vegan milk chocolate cardamom cake

Vegan milk chocolate cardamom cake

Recreate a classic recipe to make it an inclusive yet indulgent treat for all. Callebaut’s vegan chocolate cardamom cake delivers big, bold flavors, making it a great addition to your dessert menu.

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A tour of the first vocational school in Lebanon with Mohamad Hachwi, CEO of BanoPuratos Group

A tour of the first vocational school in Lebanon with Mohamad Hachwi, CEO of BanoPuratos Group

Forging new career paths for underprivileged youngsters, Mohamad Hachwi, CEO of BanoPuratos Group, tells us how he partnered with Puratos Bakery School Foundation to open Issam Hachwi Bakery School.

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A cake affair with Nicole Mrad, founder of CupNcakes Dubai LLC and Cuisine With Nicole

A cake affair with Nicole Mrad, founder of CupNcakes Dubai LLC and Cuisine With Nicole

With passion and creativity at the heart of everything she does, Nicole Mrad, founder of CupNcakes Dubai LLC and Cuisine With Nicole, tells us how she transformed her homegrown business in Dubai to one of the most sought-after pastry shops in the city.

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A Victorian encounter with Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat 

A Victorian encounter with Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat 

Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat, shop owner and manager of Victorian chocolate, believes that every occasion should be celebrated in style. Here, we to find out about her leading gourmet chocolate concept, the pastry scene in Jordan and what’s on the horizon.

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Lebanese casual eatery Furn Beaino has launched a cloud kitchen in Dubai

Lebanese casual eatery Furn Beaino has launched a cloud kitchen in Dubai

The family-owned and operated F&B concept has teamed up with a number of courier services to serve customers in the area.

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Rich and nutty chocolate pizza presented by Callebaut Academy

Rich and nutty chocolate pizza presented by Callebaut Academy

Presented by Callebaut Academy, this rich and nutty trio of chocolate pizzas is an indulgent twist on a popular comfort food.

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Perfect pastry with six professionals from the world of pastry

Perfect pastry with six professionals from the world of pastry

We asked six professionals from the world of pastry to reveal their favorite products, brands and equipment, and share their tips. Here’s what they said.We asked six professionals from the world of pastry to reveal their favorite products, brands and equipment, and share their tips. Here’s what they said.

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Pastry preferences of nine chefs about staple products and brands

Pastry preferences of nine chefs about staple products and brands

With pastry satisfying the sweet cravings of millions of consumers around the world, we spoke to ninechefs about which products are staples in their kitchens and the brands they rely on for their sweet creations.

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