Elie Ghrayeb, one of F&B’s brightest and youngest stars

Elie Ghrayeb, one of F&B’s brightest and youngest stars

From corporate chef to general manager of Trabya group, 26-year-old Elie Ghrayeb has already made his mark in the industry. Here, we learn more about his journey to the top. 

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HORECA Oman makes a positive impact

HORECA Oman makes a positive impact

More than 70 local and international F&B and hospitality-related companies gathered together for the first edition of HORECA Oman, which closed its doors on June 2, 2022, after three memorable days at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre in Muscat.

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Bateel opens a new boutique at Dubai Hills Mall

Bateel opens a new boutique at Dubai Hills Mall

A homegrown brand with international acclaim, Bateel his present in 15 countries, with 42 boutiques spanning three continents.

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Obtaining a restaurant license in Dubai

Obtaining a restaurant license in Dubai

A number of important steps need to be taken before you can think about opening a restaurant in Dubai, as Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, explains.

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Pastry preferences of nine chefs about staple products and brands

Pastry preferences of nine chefs about staple products and brands

With pastry satisfying the sweet cravings of millions of consumers around the world, we spoke to ninechefs about which products are staples in their kitchens and the brands they rely on for their sweet creations.

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Trade professionals’ take on bottled cocktails

Trade professionals’ take on bottled cocktails

The world of cocktails is not what it used to be, with pre-mixed products taking the lead. Here’s what the trade professionals have to say about the rising trend for bottled varieties.

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A dinner for the senses with award-winning chef Frédéric Jaunault at Eddé Sands

A dinner for the senses with award-winning chef Frédéric Jaunault at Eddé Sands

Frédéric Jaunault, founder of the Academy of Fruits and Vegetables in France and “MOF Primeur” (Best Craftsman of France – Fruits and Vegetables category), has had an interesting journey. Having previously worked in the United States and in Bermuda, as well as at the iconic Ledoyen, the Plaza Athenee, Bernard Loiseau and Le Normandie in Deauville, he decided to specialize in vegetables, finding balance between tradition and modernity, technicity and pleasure. Here, Jaunault tells us about his upcoming charity gala dinner by Mon Liban d’Azur, which is set to take at Eddé Sands, Byblos -Lebanon, on May 28, 2022.

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Giovanna Mansi Lutfi takes the Lebanese Lira to Miami

Giovanna Mansi Lutfi takes the Lebanese Lira to Miami

As managing partner of WSH LLC and Tastings SoFlo LLC, a luxury catering and events company, Giovanna Mansi Lutfi has plenty of hospitality experience. Her latest concept, Lira Miami, pays homage to her Lebanese heritage.

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A family affair with Chef Samaan Helal

A family affair with Chef Samaan Helal

Chef Samaan Helal has plenty of experience under his belt, having worked in kitchens around the world, from the Gulf to New York and many cities in between. HN sat with the visionary chef to discuss his latest projects in KSA, some of which include his three children.

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Em Sherif Sea Café opens in Bahrain, slated to open in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh later this year

Em Sherif Sea Café opens in Bahrain, slated to open in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh later this year

The new Em Sherif seafood concept has a beef bar corner, and was created as an homage to Lebanon’s historic ties to the Mediterranean.

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