Championing Saudi Arabia with Li Hawkins managing director of Insight Out Consultancy
Li Hawkins, managing director of Insight Out Consultancy, shares her views on the growth of the hospitality industry in Saudi Arabia and how it is impacting the Middle East’s hospitality landscape.
Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy
Syrian chef Mohammad Orfali has turned his passion for food into a family affair by launching Orfali Bros with his siblings Wassim and Omar. Their bistro has a loyal following in Dubai and was named the Best Restaurant in MENA in 2023. In this interview, he describes how his reimagined dishes constantly push the culinary boundaries.
ENVI Lodges set to open ENVI Al Jabel Al Akhdar Oman
ENVI Lodges has partnered with Oman’s Ministry of Defense Pension Fund to create the first-of-its-kind ecolodge in Oman. Situated in the heart of Al Jabel Al Akhdar, this sustainable mountain lodge aligns with Oman’s National Tourism Strategy 2040.
Insights into success with Samer S. Hamadeh of Big Mouth Concepts
Having successfully navigated the world of F&B, Samer S. Hamadeh, founder of Big Mouth Concepts, tells us how he has remained at the top of his game.
A passion for the craft with Anthony Hajj Nicholas, bar manager at Global Gourmet Hospitality Services Co.
Anthony Hajj Nicholas, bar manager at Global Gourmet Hospitality Services Co., began his career as a waiter. Through dedication and hard work, he developed his skills and took on new challenges. In this interview, he explains how he got to where he is today and the latest bar trends.
Salmon supreme with Charles Mansour, managing partner of Bleu Marine
Charles Mansour, managing partner, Bleu Marine, tells HN why this superfood is making waves across the region’s kitchens and how high standards, a strategic location and product-line expansion have combined to keep the company’s operations moving forward swimmingly.
New leadership at Habtoor Grand Resort Dubai with Khalid Saeed
As the newly appointed general manager of Habtoor Grand Resort Dubai, Autograph Collection, Khalid Saeed is planning to take the property to an even higher level. We find out what’s in store from the man himself.
60 seconds with chef de cuisine Eliana Cortes of Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort
Eliana Cortes, chef de cuisine at Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort, has a penchant for traveling, food and wine. In this interview, she shares her past and future endeavors.
Radisson solidifies ME presence with new expansion plans
Radisson Hotel Group has signed 11 hotels, resorts and serviced apartments in 2023, solidifying its presence in the Middle East.
Safari reimagined: how responsible travel drives profit
In today’s era of conscious consumerism and environmental responsibility, the hospitality industry stands at a crucial juncture. Zoé Gotti, founder of Complementation.ae, explores the symbiotic connection between responsible travel, purpose-driven initiatives and sustainable profitability. By studying successful sustainable businesses, such as desert safaris in Dubai, Gotti illustrates how this approach can catalyze global change.