Five minutes with Laurent Damiens

Five minutes with Laurent Damiens

Laurent Damiens, COO of CNIEL, discusses how the organization is serving the French dairy industry and what’s happening in the market. 

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Hotel Albergo, a gem to behold with Tony W. Gergess

Hotel Albergo, a gem to behold with Tony W. Gergess

Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in east Beirut, a stone’s throw from downtown, the Hotel Albergo is a sanctuary of luxury and the only Relais & Châteaux property in the country. Old-world charm meets high-end service at this Beirut landmark, as Tony W. Gergess, the newly appointed general manager, explains.

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Luminescenza, a reliable partner

Luminescenza, a reliable partner

With nearly 10 years of experience in the industry, Luminescenza has plenty of experience in helping foodservice clients achieve optimal efficiency. Georges Haddad, the firm’s owner, explains the range of services Luminescenza offers.

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Sami Khoueiri: not an average restaurateur

Sami Khoueiri: not an average restaurateur

Spiced and Sliced is a fast-casual chain of shawarma restaurants combining authentic shawarma recipes with unique flavors and modern interior design. Sami Khoueiri, the firm’s CEO, shares details of the concept with us and explains why it suits the franchise model.

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The Paris connection: Lebanese concepts in the French capital

The Paris connection: Lebanese concepts in the French capital

The economic crisis in Lebanon has forced many Lebanese restaurateurs to chase new opportunities for their brands abroad, away from soaring inflation rates and political instability. Nagi Morkos, founding and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, tells us more about the Lebanese concepts that have made their way to the French capital.

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Paramount Hotel Midtown premieres in Dubai

Paramount Hotel Midtown premieres in Dubai

Paramount Hotel Midtown has opened its doors in Dubai with contemporary Hollywood-chic styles and impressive views.

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Esco-bar a Lebanese legacy beyond borders

Esco-bar a Lebanese legacy beyond borders

A nightlife enthusiast at heart, Marc Chehade entered the Lebanese F&B scene at a young age. After setting up his company MEC, the entrepreneur launched a series of renowned concepts, including Escobar, Lockstock, Stairway and Kaffeine. We learn more about his path to success.

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Alwatania Poultry: a legacy in the making

Alwatania Poultry: a legacy in the making

Dr. Mohammed Sulaiman Alrajhi of AlWatania Poultry, the largest poultry facility in the Middle East, talks about what has contributed to the firm’s success and upcoming projects.

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Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche is welcoming guests

Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche is welcoming guests

Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche features 301 rooms, a selection of restaurants, as well as a flexible meeting space.

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Corporate travel will attract more investment this year

Corporate travel will attract more investment this year

Corporate travel expenditure is forecast to rise by 32 percent this year, according to a report by the World Travel & Tourism Council.

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