La dolce vita with world gelato master Eugenio Morrone
Having earned his place in the Gelato Festival World Ranking’s Hall of Fame, gelato master Eugenio Morrone knows what it takes to make the best Italian ice cream. Earlier this year, he guided the juniors to victory in the World Pastry Championship at SIGEP, where he proudly managed the Italian teams. We spoke with Morrone at the renowned dolce, gelato and coffee event, which took place at Fiera di Rimini from January 20-25, 2023, to hear about his rise to the top and what’s trending in gelato.
Wasl Tower slated to open in 2024
Set to feature one of the region’s tallest ceramic façades, Wasl Tower is in development on Sheikh Zayed Road.
A Jun’s breeze with chef Kelvin Cheung
Kelvin Cheung, a celebrated Chinese-Canadian chef and partner at Jun’s, spent his early years exploring flavors. In an exclusive interview with HN, the third-generation chef discusses how he spent the majority of his youth preparing for a life of travel and working with Asian foods in foreign kitchens.
Pastel vibes with Karim Jaber
Karim Jaber’s love of soft colors led him to found Pastel, a cosmopolitan brasserie and bar in the beating heart of Beirut. We discover more about the concept.
Atlantis The Royal officially opens to the public
Atlantis The Royal has opened its doors to the public, offering guests a view of the Arabian Sea and Palm Island, 231 luxury apartments, 693 hotel rooms, 102 suites and 90 swimming pools, including a rooftop infinity pool.
Wine moments with Georges J. Daou
Having shifted from electrical engineering to winemaking, Georges J. Daou, founder and owner of DAOU Vineyards and Winery in Paso Robles, California, has followed an unusual path. Here, we learn how the Lebanese entrepreneur has achieved his goal of creating wines of unfathomable purity.
Horeca Lebanon makes a comeback
As Lebanon’s largest hospitality and foodservice exhibition, HORECA Lebanon is set to return to Beirut’s Seaside Arena in just a few months’ time. Here’s what to expect.
Horeca Kuwait on the horizon
Returning to Kuwait International Fair from March 6-8, 2023, HORECA Kuwait will be bringing together the top names in hospitality and foodservice, not to mention the hottest and most innovative products. We discover what’s planned at the renowned trade show with Mohamad Najia, executive director of Leader’s Group for Consulting and Development, HORECA Kuwait organizer.
Changing the food narrative with Emma Banks, Hilton’s VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA
As a seasoned hotelier and F&B expert, Emma Banks, VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA at Hilton, tells us how the brand is securing a better future for professionals thanks to initiatives.
Morocco: more than meets the eye
With its unique culture, landscapes and culinary riches, Morocco is among the world’s most enchanting countries. Hala Matar Choufany, president for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia at HVS, describes the hospitality scene in the North African jewel and what makes it such an intriguing tourism destination.