Three new general managers join Jumeirah Group
Three general managers have been recently appointed to join Jumeirah Group’s leadership and foster a ‘Stay Different’ culture.
DoubleTree by Hilton to debut in Fujairah
DoubleTree’s newest property is part of a mixed-use development known as Al Taif Business Center, which includes offices and residences.
Insights into Iraq
Despite its troubled past, Iraq is showing promising signs of tourism development that extend beyond religious travel. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema consulting services, leads us through the oil-rich country and pinpoints cities that are experiencing growth in their hospitality offering.
Breaking the glass ceiling with Laura Eggleton
Laura Eggleton, general manager of Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown, discovered her true passion at the age of 13 and hasn’t looked back since. Here, we learn more about her rise to the top.
A delightful breakfast with Chef Middle East
Chef Middle East debuted this year’s event season with a special series focusing on breakfast solutions the distributor offers to the market. The “Good Morning Qatar” and “Good Morning Emirates” events were held on March 21, 2022, at Levantine Restaurant, Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences and on the March 28, 2022, at Café Artois, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, respectively.
Ramadan culinary trends with chef Paul Hayward, brought to you by Elle & Vire
Executive pastry chef Paul Hayward, consultant and owner of Ph by Design, reveals the culinary trends of the season and his favorite Elle & Vire products.
Radisson Hotel Group to open new properties in Tunisia
La Maison Blanche Tunis joins the group’s two operating hotels and three under development in Tunisia, with a total of 1,000 rooms.
New director of sales and marketing joins The Ritz-Carlton DIFC
Kristen Parkins will create strategic marketing to reinforce The Ritz Carlton DIFC’s position as the leading luxury business hotel in Dubai.
Ennismore appoints chef Sara Aqel as executive chef of Fi’lia globally
Chef Aqel will oversee sister Fi’lia in Miami’s SLS Brickell and South Beach and SLS Baha Mar in the Bahamas, and upcoming Paris outlet.
A cut above the rest: Top Chef winner Charbel Hayek
A seasoned expert in hygiene and food safety, Bana Kalash Kobrosly is general manager of Rentokil Boecker Lebanon. Here, she shares the firm’s latest news and expansion plans.