Discussing Peru’s vibrant gastronomy with Yasmina Yared

Discussing Peru’s vibrant gastronomy with Yasmina Yared

Yasmina Yared is the woman behind Cinco, the first Peruvian restaurant in the Middle East, Sapa and Sofita. Here, she talks about her relationship with South American cuisine and why Peruvian food is still in demand.

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On the market

On the market

Invest in the right products and equipment to make cooking and other functions easier. Here’s a good place to start.

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A new initiative by the Culinary Arts Authority

A new initiative by the Culinary Arts Authority

Saudi Arabia’s culinary traditions are as rich and varied as the nation’s diverse landscapes, with each area offering a variety of ingredients and mouthwatering specialties. Indeed, these delectable hidden gems are simply waiting to be discovered. The latest initiative, the Saudi Feast Food Festival, wrapping up on December 29.

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The love of chocolate at Hoda et Chocolat

The love of chocolate at Hoda et Chocolat

 It is a family affair for Mona Salameh and her mother, for it is their love of chocolate that encouraged them to open their own boutique-atelier, Hoda et Chocolat. We discovered how it all started.

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Sneak peek into the revamped Ritage Garden with chef Maroun Chedid

Sneak peek into the revamped Ritage Garden with chef Maroun Chedid

An urban sanctuary, Ritage Garden is an all-day dining concept located in the heart of Beirut. We caught up with chef Maroun Chedid, Ritage’s owner, to learn more about his popular oasis and some of its special features.

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Lebanese homegrown concept Bachir Ice Cream expands in the UAE

Lebanese homegrown concept Bachir Ice Cream expands in the UAE

Lebanese ice-cream brand Bachir has opened its first branch in the UAE at Al Jada Mall Sharjah.

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Valrhona: 100 years of visionary creativity and commitment

Valrhona: 100 years of visionary creativity and commitment

Throughout the year, Valrhona has been hosting the Food Forward Festival in eight cities around the world, bringing together chefs and talents to create a unique themed menu for each city. The festival, in partnership with GRAND CUISINE and GELINAZ, has celebrated Valrhona’s 100 years of inspiration, creativity and ethical gastronomy. 

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Nespresso teams up with Pierre Hermé for a limited-edition festive coffee collection

Nespresso teams up with Pierre Hermé for a limited-edition festive coffee collection

Nespresso and world-renowned pastry chef and chocolatier Pierre Hermé have released a capsule collection to kick off the festive season. The exclusive coffees and confectioneries are a celebration of refined tastes and indulgence, representing the best of the best across gustatory pleasures.

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Lluc Crusellas crowned World Chocolate Master

Lluc Crusellas crowned World Chocolate Master

The Salon du Chocolat Paris has crowned Spain’s Lluc Crusellas as the World Chocolate Master of 2022.

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