Fashionably suited with Faris Al Talhouni, COO of FORM
Faris Al Talhouni, COO of the Talhouni Group, has a passion for fashion and a knack for business. Here, he talks about his concept FORM, the leading designer and manufacturer of uniforms in the Middle East.
Sixty seconds with Biljana Nava Villarreal, executive chef of ME Dubai
Hailing from Serbia, Biljana Nava Villarreal brings something unique to the kitchen of ME Dubai, where she holds the position of executive chef. We caught up with her to hear about her culinary influences and the latest food trends in Dubai.
Jordan in perspective with Fakhri Hindiyeh, GM of Radisson Blu Hotel
At the helm of the newly opened Radisson Blu Hotel, Amman Galleria Mall, seasoned hotelier Fakhri Hindiyeh shares his views on Jordan as a touristic destination.
Navigating the hospitality landscape in KSA with Anees Shinnara
As cluster GM of Vivid Jeddah Hotel, Annes Shinnara is recognized for his exceptional leadership skills and dedication to excellence. Here, we explore his views regarding the hospitality industry in KSA and the role of Vivid Jeddah Hotel.
Hospitality on the agenda with Paul Stevens, COO of Accor’s premium
Based in Riyadh, Jadwa Investment KSA has successfully secured full ownership of Black Spoon via its food and beverage opportunities fund.
Rotana Hotels Lebanon appoints new GMs
Taimur Khan, head of research at CBRE, notes that the robust performance in KSA has positioned hospitality indicators comfortably above their 2019 levels. Here, he tells us more.
French gastronomy by chef Christophe Prud’homme of Millennium
We took time out to discuss French gastronomy with Christophe Prud’homme, executive head chef of Millennium Plaza Downtown Dubai, who was recently recognized as a “Master Chef” by Maîtres Cuisiniers de France.
60 seconds with Adrian Messerli, president of hotel operations, EMEA, at Four Seasons
Adrian Messerli, president of hotel operations, EMEA, at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, has had a remarkable career across borders. We learn more about his hospitality journey and where he believes the industry is heading.
Catering to tomorrow’s hospitality with Paul Dunphy
Paul Dunphy, general manager of Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai, gives us a glimpse into how he and his team are preparing for the future of hospitality.
Destination Bahrain with Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain
From heading great restaurants and kitchens to meeting royals, presidents and celebrities, Thomas Flindt, GM of Sheraton Bahrain, has had some remarkable experiences over the course of his career. As the chair of Marriott Business Council Bahrain – KSA East, he discusses the country’s cherished hotel, which is undergoing extensive renovation and is poised to reopen soon.
