Quality matters with Vresso’s Vrej Sabounjian
Quality defines every aspect of Vrej Sabounjian’s endeavors and resonates throughout his Vresso Group. With five departments in Lebanon, four overseas and a workforce of approximately 150 employees, the former Minister of Industry is a committed member of the Lebanese Industrialists Association, as well as the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture. We learn more about Vresso’s activities and upcoming projects.
Evaluating the hospitality landscape with Gilda Perez-Alvarado
Gilda Perez-Alvarado, the Global CEO at JLL Hotels and Hospitality, leads a specialized team of cross-border investment sales professionals based across the Middle East, Asia-Pacific region, the Americas and Europe. Here, she shares her insights into the hospitality landscape.
A new perspective with Karim Sayegh Ruiz
Karim Sayegh Ruiz, an accomplished hotelier, went from humble beginnings to cluster GM of Radisson Blu Resorts & Residences Saidia. In this exclusive interview, we find out more about his career and the hospitality landscape in Morocco.
Crafting exceptional guest experiences with Mehdi Zaanoun
Mehdi Zaanoun, a seasoned hospitality expert and the GM of Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar, talks about his two decades of expertise in crafting extraordinary guest experiences through authentic and intuitive service.
A new chapter with Eddy Tannous, COO of Rotana
With over two decades of experience in the hospitality sector across the Middle East, Eddy Tannous has held prominent positions at major hotel brands. Most recently, he served as senior vice president of operations at Fairmont, overseeing the operational performance across the brand’s Middle East and Asian properties.
5 minutes with chef Simon Mouannes
Executive chef and consultant Simon Mouannes believes that in order to become a great chef, one must work with the best in the business. Here, he gives us a taste of the Saudi market and his upcoming projects.
60 seconds with Mary Choueiry, director of PR and MC at InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut
Mary Choueiry, director of PR and marketing communications at InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut, lifts the lid on what’s new at the iconic hotel and how it is enhancing its luxury offering.
60 seconds with executive chef Moath Muneer Mohammed Hamdan of Amman Rotana
Chef Moath Muneer Mohammed Hamdan recently joined Amman Rotana from The Chedi El Gouna Hotel & Resort, Hurghada, bringing with him over 21 years of valuable experience in the hospitality industry. We learn more about how he is wholeheartedly committed to enhancing Amman Rotana’s culinary offerings.
A taste of culinary excellence with renowned chef Faisal Al Deleigan
Faisal Al Deleigan is a man of many talents; he is a banker, a world-renowned chef, consultant and humanitarian at heart. With his consultancy work, he showcases not only the richness of a plethora of cuisines but also breathes life into recipes. In this exclusive interview, he tells us about his journey and how he helps his clients achieve success.
Navigating the Middle East’s skies with Kashif Khalid
We caught up with Kashif Khalid, IATA’s regional director for the Middle East and Africa, to discuss everything related to travel.
