Sustainability on the menu with Enrico Bartolini, Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef
Chef Enrico Bartolini’s five restaurants have a total of nine Michelin stars, making him Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef. In this exclusive interview, the accomplished chef tells us how he managed to open his first restaurant in Lombardy at the tender age of 25 and how he is currently managing thirty fine-dining and casual restaurants.
For the love of nature and travel with Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco
As chef-patron of the three-Michelin-starred French riviera restaurant Mirazur, chef Mauro Colagreco is refining Dubai’s Beach Bar and Grill and Celebrities to create an exceptional experience with simplicity and charm. We learn more about the concept and how he’s bringing something new to the table.
Shooting Michelin stars with British chef Tom Aikens
Tom Aikens is one of the most accomplished and inspiring chefs in the world. In this exclusive interview, we discover what led him to a career in the kitchen and how he runs his restaurants.
Rotana signs four Edge by Rotana properties and one Rayhaan by Rotana property in KSA
Rotana has announced its bold expansion plan in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, signing four Edge by Rotana and one Rayhaan by Rotana property in partnership with Memar Development & Investment.
What’s brewing across the coffee market
Industry professionals update us on the latest developments on the coffee landscape, from new tech trends focused on automation and multi-functional systems to cold brews that provide a perfect alternative in sunny climes and even hot chili infused espressos.
Exclusive interview with Peter Roth on leading the ultimate luxury experience at Jumeirah
At the forefront of one of the most iconic hotels in the region, Peter Roth has made a name for himself as a true specialist in luxury hospitality. The newly appointed GM of Jumeirah Al Qasr and the regional vice president of Madinat Jumeirah is responsible for ensuring an unforgettable experience to every guest. We learn more about his approach to hospitality and how he tackles industry challenges.
Earth Hotels to debut in the GCC in Q1 2025
Earth Hotels, a thoughtful and design-conscious hotel group for the earthy traveler, is set to open its GCC-based properties in Q1 2025. The Earth Shore, Marjan Island, located in Ras Al Khaimah, will offer state-of-the-art rooms and provide visitors with an escape that inspires the adventurer within.
Inside SISBAN with Tariq Saleh Altwuajiry
Tariq Saleh Altwuajiry, the GCC managing director of SISBAN, is a successful business leader in Saudi Arabia. With almost 25 years of practical experience in investments and the private sector, Altwuajiry gives us the lowdown on SISBAN.
Al Ain Rotana reopens its doors after refurbishment
Opened in 1999, Al Ain Rotana has undergone an extensive renovation in contemporary design, featuring an inspiring entrance lobby, with the same aesthetic mirrored throughout the property’s new guestrooms and suites, studios, chalets and two-story bedroom villas. Set among boundless greenery and surrounded by nature, the Al Ain Rotana offers individuals, couples and families a serene escape from the chaos of urban life.
Anyone for tea
Spanning a variety of aromatic flavors and herbal infusions, created from leaves grown in the ancient gardens of China or Taiwanese mountains, tea is much more than a breakfast accompaniment or afternoon ritual. We asked four experts to share their thoughts on the perfect cup of tea, new trends and how the future’s shaping up for this ever-popular beverage.