Lebanese nightlife icon Esco-bar goes global
Esco-Bar, the celebrated Lebanese bar-restaurant concept by MEC Concepts, takes its global expansion to new heights with the opening of Esco-Bar Coctel y Cocina in Palm West Beach Dubai in 2022.
Italian delicacies with taste with GB Mantelli, founder and brand ambassador of Venchi 1878
Giovanni Battista (GB) Mantelli is not only the keeper of Venchi traditional recipes but also the creator of innovative chocolates. We spoke to him to find out more about the brand and his plans for the Middle East.
Meet Habib Saliba, owner of Horeca Experts SARL
We caught up with Habib Saliba, the man behind Horeca Experts SARL, to understand the company’s position in the market and the secrets behind its success.
Crafting Marrow with Andre Gerges and chef Charbel Akiki
Andre Gerges, managing partner of Fire & Feast sal, and chef Charbel Akiki talk about their new venture, Marrow.
A tour of the newly opened Bonbon Café Angelo Musa in Dubai with executive pastry chef Angelo Musa
Angelo Musa, the executive pastry chef of Plaza Athénée in Paris, is celebrating the opening of Bonbon Café Angelo Musa at The Lana in Dubai. Set along the picturesque waterfront of Dubai’s Canal, the elegant French pâtisserie is a charming concept, offering culinary artistry and pure indulgence in equal measure. We learn more.
Blurring the line between artistry and pastry with Alexandre Dufeu
Alexandre Dufeu, executive pastry chef of Margaux at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam, has almost 20 years of expertise in pastry and chocolate. In an exclusive chat, we discussed the relationship between artistry and pastry.
A closer look at Salwa London with founder Salwa Hallak
In an exclusive interview for Hospitality News ME, Hodema Consulting Services chats with Salwa Hallak, founder of Salwa London, about her artisan bakery and making it in a competitive market.
A taste of Le Cinq at Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris in Dubai with executive chef Christian Le Squer
For 23 years, chef Christian Le Squer has been making an impact in the culinary sphere. With three Michelin stars to his name, the executive chef of Le Cinq at Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris recently visited TakaHisa Japanese Restaurant Dubai, where we interviewed him about the culinary arts and Dubai’s food scene.
Decoding the luxury spa experience in Dubai with Ana Jovanovic
Ana Jovanovic, spa director of Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, is a results-driven leader with a team-oriented approach and business focus. Here, she provides insight into the Dubai spa scene, offering guidance on driving excellence in luxury hospitality.
Bateel’s success in the GCC with Wojciech Orlowski, country director of Saudi Arabia
Since 2019, Wojciech Orlowski has been driving Bateel’s portfolio in KSA. Here, he tells us about the company’s achievements and future projects.
