Radisson Blu opens in Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter
The hotel features 110 rooms and suites that combine contemporary Italian interior design with touches of the Middle East.
F&B Funding: An appetite for growth
Raising capital to fund future development is pivotal in securing the future success of a company, including food and beverage (F&B) industry players. Nagi Morkos, managing partner at Hodema consulting services, ‘shows us the money’
The Four Seasons Hotel hosts country’s first ‘European Rice’ event
The Four Seasons Hotel was the venue for launching the ‘European Rice’ program onto the Lebanese market. A Greek business delegation visited Lebanon for the event. The Greek Chef Mastrodimitris Georgios was one of the speakers on behalf of the Union of Rice Agricultural Cooperative, along with members from the...
The special world of sake
Whether in the form of a sparkling aperitif or a digestif, sake is increasing its global market share. Versatile, unique and enigmatic, this beverage, which has its roots in Japan, complements food just as wonderfully as wine. Maya Bekhazi Noun of The Food Studio gives us a complete product overview with the help of Japan’s Ambassador to Lebanon, H.E. Matahiro Yamaguchi
5 questions to Christophe Bacquié, 3-Michelin star chef
Restaurant Christophe Bacquié was one of two restaurants to receive its third star for the first time in the Michelin Guide France. He spoke to HN about what his coveted stars mean to him and his experience in the Middle East
The pitfalls of the Middle East’s hotel industry
A research paper by Drees & Sommer global hospitality team has revealed the pre-opening pitfalls of the Middle East’s hotel industry. It found that over 67 percent of new hotel openings are delayed due to poor communication, contractor time pressures and delayed sub-contractor activities. The findings of the research paper,...
Pedro Rodriguez is the new Hotel Manager of Al Manara, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Saraya Aqaba
The international chain chose Rodriguez for his 20 years rich experience in hospitality. He had worked in various international hotels worldwide.
Dorchester Collection’s first Dubai hotel opening 2020
Omniyat Group has announced the construction of ultra-luxury hospitality brand Dorchester Collection’s first property in the Middle East is well on schedule, with works expected to be completed by end of 2020. The project was first launched by the company at its exquisite gala dinner held under the DIFC gates...
Charles Joly’s take on the bartending profession
Chicago native, global bartending champion and founder of Crafthouse Cocktails Charles Joly, visited Lebanon as one of Diageo’s brand ambassadors. HN interviewed the man who some believe is one of the world’s best bartenders to get a better feel of this thriving industry. Taking the high-end mixology concept to maturity, a...
