Shooting Michelin stars with British chef Tom Aikens
Tom Aikens is one of the most accomplished and inspiring chefs in the world. In this exclusive interview, we discover what led him to a career in the kitchen and how he runs his restaurants.
Exclusive: Ladurée opens its fourth branch in Abu Dhabi
Ladurée has announced the opening of its newest branch in Al Bateen – Abu Dhabi, offering guests a unique dining experience by blending the brand’s French heritage with Middle Eastern culture.
Kitchen talk with Lucas Glanville, senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Raised in a “food-focused” family, Lucas Glanville was inspired by his mother to pursue a culinary career while he was still in high school. He studied culinary arts at a London catering college before joining the Michelin-star restaurant Le Gavroche and subsequently joining Browns Restaurant Melbourn, an award-winning restaurant. Here, the senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre shares his insights into the Saudi culinary scene and how he is tackling the issue of sustainability in the kitchen.
A greener picture of BOCA with Omar Shihab, founder and chief sustainability officer of BOCA restaurant
Omar Shihab, founder and chief sustainability officer of BOCA restaurant, is a versatile professional, who has taken on various roles in the hospitality industry. He has led a team of skilled chefs, managers, designers and experts to create exceptional hospitality concepts in the Gulf. A passionate advocate for sustainability, local sourcing and innovative dining experiences, Shihab has introduced several sustainability initiatives at BOCA, including waste reduction and local sourcing. He has been recognized for his efforts, winning the Gault&Millau UAE 2022 Sustainability Champion award, and is also an advisor to the UAE Restaurant Group and represents Food Made Good UAE, Thriving Solutions and Azraq.
Spanish flavors with Patricia Roig, executive chef of BOCA
According to Patricia Roig, executive chef of BOCA, Spanish cuisine is all about flavors and variations. Here, she explains the difference between Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, regional nuances and the latest trends.
Nicolas Budzynski appointed CEO of LPM Restaurant & Bar
LPM Restaurant & Bar has announced the appointment of Nicolas Budzynski as its new CEO. Budzynski, who previously served as the global operations director of LPM Restaurant & Bar, will now lead the company’s strategic direction and oversee operations on a global level.
Nusret Gökçe on why eating should be exciting and how success serves as motivation
From humble beginnings that involved traveling abroad to learn his trade on borrowed money and with no language skills, Nusret Gökçe (aka Salt Bae) is now a world-famous chef and owner of the hugely popular luxury steakhouse brand Nusr-Et and #Saltbae burger restaurants, found around the globe.
In this open and honest interview, the internet sensation tells HN what he thinks sets his luxury dining experience apart from others and how a determination to be the best at what he does is enough to stop complacency from setting in.
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Reef & Beef restaurant set to open in Dubai this year
Reef & Beef, the latest dining hotspot to hit Downtown Dubai, is set to take the city’s culinary scene by storm. Combining rustic charm and contemporary elegance, Reef & Beef promises to offer a wide selection of seafood and meat cuts in a truly unique setting.
Lebanon’s tourism ready for Summer 2023
The Syndicate of Restaurant Owners in Lebanon declared the readiness of the tourism sector for the summer season of 2023. The announcement was made in the syndicate’s headquarters in Ain Al-Mreisseh, in the presence of the Lebanese Tourism Minister Walid Nassar and artist Ramy Ayach. Therese Frangieh, Nina Al-Atarsh, Fahim Fadel, Roni Ayach, Mark Aboud, Antoine Rizk, Rachid Arabi, Wissam Al-Jarah, Etienne Sabagh, Michel Ajji and Mustafa Al-Samad, among others, attended the event, as did members of the syndicate’s council.
