Agnès Roquefort, global chief development officer of Accor, lifts the lid on luxury hospitality trends
In luxury travel, where experiences reign supreme, Agnès Roquefort, global chief development officer, luxury and lifestyle division at Accor, unveils the latest hospitality trends and the opportunities that lie ahead.
Capturing the essence Istanbul with Volkan Öztürkler, multi-property GM of Sanasaryan Han
Volkan Oztürkler unveils the unique characteristics of Sanasaryan Han and how the property embodies the spirit of authentic Istanbul.
The most Instagrammable café in the spotlight with Alexandra Miller, founder of EL&N London
Alexandra Miller, founder of EL&N London, seeks to elevate the everyday dining experience beyond the UK and into the UAE. We learn more.
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.
