Shattering the glass ceiling with Nina Métayer
Nina Métayer has won numerous pastry awards over the years. Here, the renowned pastry chef, owner of Nina Métayer SAS and creative force behind ninametayer.com and delicatisserie.com shares her story on how she made an impact and shattered the glass ceiling of her industry.
5 nightlife influencers on achieving after-dark success
Staying ahead in a fiercely competitive, ever-changing environment and retaining customer loyalty are just some of the hurdles that operators in the nightlife segment face. HN caught up with some of the region’s leading industry influencers to discover more about how they navigate the notoriously challenging nightlife nightlife scene.
Lifting the lid on tiptop tableware, with 5 F&B experts
Five experts get their teeth into the tasty topic of meat industry trends, sharing their thoughts on everything from getting creative with lesser-known cuts to the importance of careful sourcing and good animal welfare.
That’s entertainment
From pioneering electronic music to promoting talent and diversifying into unique dining experiences, Factory People has cemented its position as one of the region’s most innovative and influential entertainment groups operating today. HN caught up with its founders – Jade, CEO, Tala Mortada, chief creative officer, and Wassim Bou Malham, chief strategy officer, to discover more about how they keep at the top of their game.
Lebanese Chef Chadi Karam’s successful new chapter at Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire in Shanghai
Hailing from the vibrant streets of Beirut to Shanghai’s bustling thoroughfares, chef Chadi Karam’s expertise has played a pivotal role in securing a second consecutive Michelin star for Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire.
Salad on the menu with SALATA’s CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh
Guiding us through the inception and evolution of SALATA, CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh explain how they managed to create such a successful brand and expand beyond Lebanon.
Trends: religious tourism in KSA with Majed Bukhari, general manager of IHG voco Makkah
voco Makkah’s GM, Majed Bukhari, discusses Makkah’s significance for religious travelers and how the hotel caters to their distinctive needs.
Sweet inspirations with Mott 32’s pastry sous chef Akhil Raj Rajan
Akhil Raj Rajan is the pastry chef of Mott 32 Dubai, a venue recognized in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2023 and a Toque Award winner. Here, the talented chef tells us what sparked his interest in pastry.
A closer look at Atlantis, The Palm’s success with Kym Barter
With three decades of experience in luxury hospitality and food and beverage, Kym Barter has tasted success in a variety of roles. Here, he talks candidly about his high-profile role at Atlantis Dubai.
Unlocking Abu Dhabi’s hospitality future with Eleni Tsolakou, GM of Park Rotana & Park Arjaan by Rotana
Eleni Tsolakou, GM of Park Rotana & Park Arjaan by Rotana, discusses the key to success and sheds light on Abu Dhabi’s vibrant hospitality scene.
