Issam Ajouz appointed general manager of Hilton Amman
With more than 26 years of experience in the hotel industry, having held key positions at InterContinental Hotels Group, Movenpick Hotels and Resorts and Le Royal Hotels and Resorts, Issam Ajouz has been appointed general manager of Hilton Amman. The seasoned hotelier was recently recognized by Hilton’s senior leadership team for delivering exceptional hospitality.
Lluc Crusellas crowned World Chocolate Master
The Salon du Chocolat Paris has crowned Spain’s Lluc Crusellas as the World Chocolate Master of 2022.
Tackling waste management in hotels and restaurants with Luminescenza
With over a decade of experience in helping foodservice clients achieve optimal efficiency, Georges Haddad, owner of Luminescenza, talks about waste management and why it matters.
Vegan talk with Fouad Antaky, advisory chef of Nestlé Professional® Saudi Arabia
Fouad El Antaky, advisory chef of Nestlé Professional® KSA, takes us on a vegan adventure tour and shares his favorite plant-based products from Nestlé.
Saudi HORECA Jeddah in the spotlight with Jad Taktak, CEO of SEMARK Group
Jad Taktak, CEO of SEMARK Group, is setting the bar high in the arena of food trade shows. We sat with the man behind the largest hospitality and foodservice event in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to learn more about Saudi HORECA Jeddah, which is debuting from February 7-9, 2023.
A Victorian encounter with Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat
Anood Ahmad Ali Al Efaishat, shop owner and manager of Victorian chocolate, believes that every occasion should be celebrated in style. Here, we to find out about her leading gourmet chocolate concept, the pastry scene in Jordan and what’s on the horizon.
Vegan inspirations by Nestlé advisory chef Ali Traboulsi
In an exclusive interview with HN, Nestlé advisory chef Ali Traboulsi talks about his favorite Nestlé vegan products and the latest vegan trends to look out for.
Breaking bread with Garo Salkhanian, chairman & CEO of Saltek
Garo Salkhanian has over 45 years of experience in leading Saltek, an expert in bakery equipment. As the company’s chairman and CEO, he tells us more about the key to success.
“On the rocks” with Anthony Massoud, founder of Glenbey
Boasting a journey from the glens of Scotland to the shores of Lebanon, Glenbey Scotch whisky has received much praise from the trade and the public since its launch back in 2021. It went on to become the first Scottish-Lebanese whisky to be recognized at the World Whiskies Awards. We sat with the man behind the bottle, Anthony Massoud, CEO of Ets. Antoine Massoud, to talk about Glenbey and its latest release, Glenbey 12.
On the up: mapping out east Africa’s potential
It’s true that East Africa’s travel, tourism and hospitality sectors have experienced numerous ups and downs in recent years. However, there are positive signs of growth, as Thuku Kimani, manager of hotels MENA at Colliers International, points out.