The importance of culinary experiences at hotels with Karim Abdelhamid
Karim Abdelhamid, GM of Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort, is a passionate hotelier who has honed his skills in diverse roles across prestigious international luxury brands. In this exclusive interview, he explains the importance of F&B in hotels.
Luxury talk with Chloé Chelala, hotel manager of Katara Hills Doha
Having lived in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, the UAE and Qatar, Chloé Chelala has regional hospitality experience, specifically in the luxury hotel sector. Here, we learn more about her journey to Katara Hills Doha and what differentiates the boutique property from others in Qatar’s rich capital.
The road to success in KSA with Philip Barnes, CEO of Rotana
Philip Barnes, CEO of Rotana, lives by the mantra: “It’s not a rehearsal – it’s a one-time show.” Here, the visionary leader talks about Rotana’s expansion plans and why the focus is firmly on KSA.
Bringing Central American gastronomy closer to the Middle East
Gabriela Chamorro, founder of Girl and the Goose, is a Nicaraguan chef known for crafting contemporary Central American dining experiences. In this exclusive interview, the talented chef talks about her flair for food.
Leading The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah with Peter Katusak-Huzsvar
With over three decades of hospitality experience, Peter Katusak-Huzsvar has held pivotal roles in renowned hotels across the world. As GM of Ritz-Carlton Jeddah, he talks about Jeddah’s hospitality scene and what’s planned at the luxury property.
Eve Saade Khawaja, partner of Kebbet Zamen, talks authentic Lebanese cuisine
Eve Saade Khawaja, partner of Kebbet Zamen, shares how her deep-rooted culinary passion and family heritage fueled the restaurant’s opening.
Concocting coffee and cocktails with Victor DelPierre, gastronomy consultant
Victor DelPierre knows his drinks. As a former barista and mixologist world champion CIGS, we asked him to give us the lowdown on his work in coffee and cocktails.
Meet Habib Saliba, owner of Horeca Experts SARL
We caught up with Habib Saliba, the man behind Horeca Experts SARL, to understand the company’s position in the market and the secrets behind its success.
Blurring the line between artistry and pastry with Alexandre Dufeu
Alexandre Dufeu, executive pastry chef of Margaux at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam, has almost 20 years of expertise in pastry and chocolate. In an exclusive chat, we discussed the relationship between artistry and pastry.
Decoding the luxury spa experience in Dubai with Ana Jovanovic
Ana Jovanovic, spa director of Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, is a results-driven leader with a team-oriented approach and business focus. Here, she provides insight into the Dubai spa scene, offering guidance on driving excellence in luxury hospitality.
