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.

Read more
The changing role of hotels

The changing role of hotels

Although we are on the path to recovery, the hospitality industry barely resembles its pre- Covid-19 state. Kostas Nikolaidis, Middle East and Africa executive for STR, examines today’s hotel sector and emphasizes the need for change.

Read more
HORECA Kuwait opens for its 10th edition

HORECA Kuwait opens for its 10th edition

Over the past decade, HORECA Kuwait established itself as a prime meeting place for professionals to network and do business.

Read more
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.

Read more
Alternative lodging options in the middle east

Alternative lodging options in the middle east

In the hospitality industry today, customers have a considerable number of alternatives compared to the options that were available only few years ago. But does that mean traditional hotels will see a decline in demand? Jad Shamseddin, COO of Aleph Hospitality, sheds light on some types of accommodation that are experiencing growth in the region.

Read more
An extremely enticing entremet efendi

An extremely enticing entremet efendi

Nutty, fruity and perfectly chocolatey, this recipe by Chef Marc Pauquet of The CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ hits all the high notes.

Read more
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.

Read more
Grand Hyatt Amman launches the Future Hotelier Academy

Grand Hyatt Amman launches the Future Hotelier Academy

The project aims to empower youth from both genders in the hospitality sector to help reduce the unemployment ratio in Jordan.

Read more
A taste of luxury with The Chedi Muscat

A taste of luxury with The Chedi Muscat

Thomas Guss, general manager of The Chedi Muscat, brings a wealth of experience to his role. Having started his hospitality journey as a chef in 1990, before enrolling in management training for future luxury hotel jobs, he is today recognized as of the most powerful GMs in the Middle East.

Read more
Welcome to the World wins ATM Draper-Aladdin Startup Competition

Welcome to the World wins ATM Draper-Aladdin Startup Competition

‘Welcome to the World’ aims to solve the problem of high rates of commission charged by online travel agencies (OTA).

Read more