Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy

Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy

Syrian chef Mohammad Orfali has turned his passion for food into a family affair by launching Orfali Bros with his siblings Wassim and Omar. Their bistro has a loyal following in Dubai and was named the Best Restaurant in MENA in 2023. In this interview, he describes how his reimagined dishes constantly push the culinary boundaries.

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Insights into success with Samer S. Hamadeh of Big Mouth Concepts

Insights into success with Samer S. Hamadeh of Big Mouth Concepts

Having successfully navigated the world of F&B, Samer S. Hamadeh, founder of Big Mouth Concepts, tells us how he has remained at the top of his game.

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Alfardan Hospitality expands Fauchon’s presence in Qatar

Alfardan Hospitality expands Fauchon’s presence in Qatar

Alfardan Hospitality has partnered with Fauchon in Qatar to establish cafes, boutiques, pastry shops and retail concepts at The Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl and The St. Regis Doha.

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A passion for the craft with Anthony Hajj Nicholas, bar manager at Global Gourmet Hospitality Services Co.

A passion for the craft with Anthony Hajj Nicholas, bar manager at Global Gourmet Hospitality Services Co.

Anthony Hajj Nicholas, bar manager at Global Gourmet Hospitality Services Co., began his career as a waiter. Through dedication and hard work, he developed his skills and took on new challenges. In this interview, he explains how he got to where he is today and the latest bar trends.

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Talking about whisky with James Cowan, sales director of Waterford Whisky

Talking about whisky with James Cowan, sales director of Waterford Whisky

James Cowan oversees global commercial interest in both Waterford Whisky and Renegade Rum. Here, he highlights the distinctiveness of both brands and identifies the latest market trends.

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Exploring dynamic carbonated drink trends in the Middle East

Exploring dynamic carbonated drink trends in the Middle East

Nandini Roy Choudhury, client partner of F&B at Future Market Insights, uncovers the trends reshaping the market for carbonated beverages in the Middle East

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60 seconds with chef de cuisine Eliana Cortes of Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort

60 seconds with chef de cuisine Eliana Cortes of Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort

Eliana Cortes, chef de cuisine at Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort, has a penchant for traveling, food and wine. In this interview, she shares her past and future endeavors.

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KAYU Bistro opens in Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi

KAYU Bistro opens in Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi

Having recently opened at Galleria Mall Abu Dhabi, KAYU Bistro has made waves in the local food scene.

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The Guild opens its doors in Dubai

The Guild opens its doors in Dubai

The Guild has opened its doors in Dubai, introducing a new chapter in the culinary landscape of the city’s financial hub.

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The demise of one size fits all in F&B

The demise of one size fits all in F&B

Tech entrepreneur Mohamed Al Fayed, CEO and co-founder of Grubtech, believes that the F&B textbooks have been rewritten. In this article, he elaborates on the shift away from traditional F&B strategies, emphasizing the fleeting nature of food trends in today’s fast-paced world.

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