Sneak peek into Playa Beach Club Dubai with Daniel Khairallah

Sneak peek into Playa Beach Club Dubai with Daniel Khairallah

A law school graduate, Daniel Khairallah, CEO of Rival Management Services LLC, found his calling in the world of hospitality. After launching a series of successful signature concepts worldwide, such as Crystal Beirut, London, St. Tropez, Metis, La Plage and the C Bar Dubai, to name a few, he ventured into the world of F&B, marketing and brand activation. We spoke to the Khairallah about his entrepreneurial flair and his latest projects.

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A Peruvian adventure with Yasmina Yared Azoury founder of SAPA Beirut, CINCO Beirut, SOFITA Beirut restaurants

A Peruvian adventure with Yasmina Yared Azoury founder of SAPA Beirut, CINCO Beirut, SOFITA Beirut restaurants

Yasmina Yared began her career in Dubai working for Kearney in management consulting. It is only after traveling to Peru in 2013 that she discovered her true passion, Peruvian cuisine, bringing the country’s vibrant gastronomy back with her to Lebanon. She has since opened CINCO, the first Peruvian restaurant in the Middle East, as well as other concepts.

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Just Desserts

Just Desserts

From traditional favorites to dairy-free, low-carb options, sweet treats have evolved to become an essential component in modern food trends, particularly in the Middle East, as Natalya Latypova, managing director of Glee Hospitality Solutions, explains. F

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The rise of food aggregators

The rise of food aggregators

Demand for food delivery spiked during the pandemic and the sector is slowing no signs of slowing down. Naim Maadad, CEO of Gates Hospitality, outlines the food delivery models defining the industry and how things are likely to play out in 2022.

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Investing in Egypt: the right way to go about it

Investing in Egypt: the right way to go about it

Egypt’s hospitality sector is on track to grow at a CAGR of 6.2 percent for the next five years, making it a sound proposition for investors. Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, explains how investors should approach this lucrative market.

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Reasons to hire F&B management companies

Reasons to hire F&B management companies

The every-evolving state of the restaurant industry has made restaurant management all the more challenging but relevant, as Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, points out.

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A delightful breakfast with Chef Middle East

A delightful breakfast with Chef Middle East

Chef Middle East debuted this year’s event season with a special series focusing on breakfast solutions the distributor offers to the market. The “Good Morning Qatar” and “Good Morning Emirates” events were held on March 21, 2022, at Levantine Restaurant, Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences and on the March 28, 2022, at Café Artois, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, respectively.

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Ramadan culinary trends with chef Paul Hayward, brought to you by Elle & Vire

Ramadan culinary trends with chef Paul Hayward, brought to you by Elle & Vire

 Executive pastry chef Paul Hayward, consultant and owner of Ph by Design, reveals the culinary trends of the season and his favorite Elle & Vire products.

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Quality beef is a universal language

Quality beef is a universal language

A classically trained chef, Peter Rosenberg knows the restaurant business can be competitive. Years of culinary competitions prove it, yet he prefers to tout the camaraderie in the culinary world. He sees value in chefs relying on each other for inspiration and discussing the importance of only using quality ingredients, like the Certified Angus Beef ® brand.

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A cut above the rest: Top Chef winner Charbel Hayek

A cut above the rest: Top Chef winner Charbel Hayek

A seasoned expert in hygiene and food safety, Bana Kalash Kobrosly is general manager of Rentokil Boecker Lebanon. Here, she shares the firm’s latest news and expansion plans.

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