15 chefs in the Middle East in the spotlight
The Middle East’s burgeoning hospitality industry has meant great things for thousands of talented and passionate chefs. We interviewed 15 rising stars across the region to find out how they are making their mark in the field of culinary arts.
Jan Hanák is named the new managing director of Radisson Hotel Group in UAE, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar
Radisson Hotel Group has appointed Jan Hanák as managing director for UAE, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar. He will be based at the group’s area support office in Dubai.
Fairmont The Palm has announced the appointment of Dominic Arel as general manager
Having spent 26 years at Accor Group, Arel is a seasoned luxury hospitality professional who has a solid background in operations, sales and revenue management. He is passionate about providing his guests and colleagues with unique and memorable experiences. In his role, Arel will bring his unique expertise, strategic market insight and strong leadership skills to the Fairmont The Palm executive team, guiding them through a busy Q4 2022.
Saurav Puri returns to The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai as director of operations
With more than 15 years of experience in luxury hotel operations, Saurav Puri has a solid understanding of the property.
British chef Jason Atherton is slated to open three new restaurants at Dubai’s Grosvenor House
After leaving Marina Social, renowned chef Jason Atherton has confirmed a trio of concepts at the Luxury Collection Hotel Grosvenor House. Plans include: City Social Dubai, a 140-cover restaurant serving modern cuisine; Seven Tides, a cocktail venue with a Japanese undertone; and a fine-dining concept on the 43rd, 44th, and 45th floor of the hotel.
View from the top with industry powerhouse Panchali Mahendra
FHS Dubai guest speaker Panchali Mahendra, an industry powerhouse and Michelin star-restaurateur, took time out to sit with HN and talk about trends, her journey to the top and how she was able to transform Atelier House into a profitable firm.
A U.S. beef roadshow to remember
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), represented in the GCC region and Egypt by Arab Marketing and Finance, Inc. (AMFI) S.A.L., invited importers, retailers, distributors, chefs, influencers and bloggers to attend a U.S. Beef Roadshow, which consisted of a series of U.S. Beef Training Workshops and featured Chef Jay McCarthy, a well-known chef with sound expertise and years of experience in the field.
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi appoints Eleni Tsolakou as its first female GM
The management team at Park Rotana and Park Arjaan by Rotana Abu Dhabi has welcomed its first female general manager, Eleni Tsolakou.
Spain in the spotlight
Spain’s hotel supply is characterized by mid- and upscale hotels. However, the number of higher-end hotels is increasing at a rapid pace, as HVS’ Maria Coll, senior associate, and Sophie Perret, senior director, explain.
