5 nightlife entrepreneurs on the power of experiential entertainment
The MENA nightlife scene is rapidly evolving, with established destinations still setting trends and untapped markets poised for growth. Five industry experts share their thoughts on what’s making waves in the world of late-night entertainment, from trendsetting to storytelling.
Lebanese nightlife icon Esco-bar goes global
Esco-Bar, the celebrated Lebanese bar-restaurant concept by MEC Concepts, takes its global expansion to new heights with the opening of Esco-Bar Coctel y Cocina in Palm West Beach Dubai in 2022.
Woman at the forefront with Janina Wolkow, founder of Sumosan Dubai
Since 2002, Janina Wolkow has been leading the team at Sumosan Dubai, a restaurant known for its innovative Japanese cuisine and exceptional hospitality. Here, we discover how she has overcome challenges to position the brand as a symbol of excellence.
5 nightlife influencers on achieving after-dark success
Staying ahead in a fiercely competitive, ever-changing environment and retaining customer loyalty are just some of the hurdles that operators in the nightlife segment face. HN caught up with some of the region’s leading industry influencers to discover more about how they navigate the notoriously challenging nightlife nightlife scene.
That’s entertainment
From pioneering electronic music to promoting talent and diversifying into unique dining experiences, Factory People has cemented its position as one of the region’s most innovative and influential entertainment groups operating today. HN caught up with its founders – Jade, CEO, Tala Mortada, chief creative officer, and Wassim Bou Malham, chief strategy officer, to discover more about how they keep at the top of their game.
Nicolas Broumana discusses experiential dining at The NEST, Lebanon
Nicolas Broumana strongly believes that people never forget how you made them feel. With approximately 30 years of experience in hotels, fine-dining restaurants and nightlife destinations, coupled with extensive expertise in conceptualizing and adapting new concepts to the local market, Broumana is well versed in what it takes to success. Here, he provides insight into his exciting new venture, The NEST.
Behind the scenes at Octave Beirut with Anthony Khashan
Anthony Khashan started his career as a bartender in Beirut before founding Straightup group in 2018. Here, he discusses Octave, his latest venture that’s set to redefine the Lebanese nightlife scene.
New nightlife concept CouCou Dubai opens on Palm Jumeirah
Featuring a bar lounge, rooftop restaurant and shisha section, CouCou Dubai offers a Mediterranean-inspired menu of contemporary dishes. The venue will also be hosting VIP dinner parties and themed entertainment to keep it lively all year long.
Dubai’s futuristic metaverse-themed nightclub opens its doors
VISION Club Dubai, the first metaverse-themed bar and nightlife hub, is now open at The H Hotel, propelling clubbers, NFT lovers and crypto-owners into a futuristic club experience that blurs the lines of reality.
Behind the bar scene
We asked a group of bartenders, bar managers and beverage experts to share their insights on the latest bar trends, which spirits are in demand, which new accessories are making waves and the key ingredients a bartender needs to succeed in the industry.
