Standing out in Abu Dhabi with Toni Bazi

Standing out in Abu Dhabi with Toni Bazi

Toni Bazi, Abu Dhabi Area GM at Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group – Hunter&Barrel / r&b GrillHouse, tells us how he is placing Hunter & Barrel on the region’s culinary map.

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A Lebanese success story: Jason Ryan Bassili, CEO of Le Fumoir By Joe Bassili 

A Lebanese success story: Jason Ryan Bassili, CEO of Le Fumoir By Joe Bassili 

Jason Ryan Bassili, CEO of Le Fumoir By Joe Bassili, talks about his passion for smoked salmon and where he plans to take his company.

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A look at the state of the hospitality industry with Rabih Fakhreddine

A look at the state of the hospitality industry with Rabih Fakhreddine

Rabih Fakhreddine, founder and CEO of 7 Management, has always had a passion for the food and entertainment industry. As a trailblazing restaurateur, he evaluates the state of the industry and shares a few trade secrets.

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The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort Oman opens in Q2 2024

The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort Oman opens in Q2 2024

The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort will bring an unrivalled Rivera lifestyle to the city’s urban waterfront.

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Maya Bekhazi Noun: A Culinary Visionary

Maya Bekhazi Noun: A Culinary Visionary

Maya Bekhazi Noun’s journey from banking to F&B reflects her versatility, expertise and unwavering dedication.

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The Ritz-Carlton Cairo set to open in 2027

The Ritz-Carlton Cairo set to open in 2027

Marriott International Inc. has signed an agreement with Palm Hills Developments to open The Ritz-Carlton Cairo, Palm Hills.

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Africa on the rise

Africa on the rise

While East Africa’s travel, tourism and hospitality sectors have faced various challenges in recent years, there are encouraging signs of growth, as Hala Matar Choufany, president for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia at HVS, points out.

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Regional casinos: a safe bet or a long shot?

Regional casinos: a safe bet or a long shot?

While the legalization of gambling in the Middle East has long been a topic of fierce debate, news of industry developments in the UAE have now put this contentious issue firmly back in the spotlight. Against that backdrop, Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, assesses the odds of the region positioning itself as a global gaming hub and go-to destination for casino giants.

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Bahrain in the spotlight with Skander Ayari

Bahrain in the spotlight with Skander Ayari

Bahrain’s hospitality sector is evolving rapidly, according to Skander Ayari, hotel manager of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay in Manama. Here, he discusses the kingdom’s tourism sector and what the Four Seasons brand is bringing to the market.

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AMFORHT International Conference at Institut Lyfe: a resounding success in Lyon, France

AMFORHT International Conference at Institut Lyfe: a resounding success in Lyon, France

AMFORHT has revealed significant changes with the appointment of its new board members and the constitution of the executive board.

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