Advanced Food Co. in the limelight with CEO Ziad Kassabieh
Advanced Food Co. restaurants blend storytelling, sustainability and innovation to create memorable dining experiences that connect tradition with modernity. We learn more from the company’s charasmatic CEO, Ziad Kassabieh.
11 experts unwrap the latest chocolate trends
With significant growth forecast for the region’s chocolate market, it looks like there’s more sweet success in the pipeline for our favorite indulgence. HN asked 11 industry experts for their bite-size thoughts on what’s trending in the world of chocolate, from bean to bar.
Ringing in the holiday season with Luca Rossi of Signor Sassi
In this exclusive interview, Luca Rossi, executive chef of Signor Sassi Dubai, explains how he creates a holiday vibe in the restaurant.
KSA in the spotlight with six trailblazing hospitality and F&B experts
On World’s Chocolate Day, four industry leaders tell HN what’s creating a buzz on the scene of our favorite sweet treat.
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.
Celebrating the holiday season with renowned chefs from the Middle East
With holiday season fast approaching, we reveal the innovative approaches to traditional festive dishes from renowned chefs in the Middle East.
Making greater things happen in Jordan with Majöra
Mario Jr. Appiani, Jonas Low and Raed Khoury, the masterminds behind MAJöRA Wine & Cocktails, are revolutionizing Jordan’s hospitality scene. We sat down with them to learn more about how the three partners have combined their varied F&B journeys to create an exciting, culturally diverse dining experience.
Eye on Bahrain’s pastry scene with Romain Jeunet, executive pastry chef at Raffles Al Areen Palace
Romain Jeunet, executive pastry chef at Raffles Al Areen Palace, brings his passion for pastry to Bahrain. Guided by his motto that “excellence is a destination, creating happiness is a goal and knowledge and expertise are the keys to carry in your pocket,” chef Jeunet is an inspirational force in the local pastry scene.
Behind the scenes at the National Museum’s Pavilion Café with renowned Lebanese chef Hussein Hadid
Celebrated chef Hussein Hadid gives us the lowdown on the newly opened Pavilion Café, a beautiful escape nestled between the National Museum’s historic grandeur and the iconic Beirut Hippodrome.
How the rise of modular experiences in Dubai is reshaping the F&B retail sector in hospitality
Nithin Mathew Thombil, co-founder of wheelsAHOY, believes that Dubai is witnessing a significant shift in its retail and F&B landscape. In this article, he explores the drivers behind this change, the cost advantages of modular solutions and how the upcoming tourist season is shaping up.
