Sneak peek into the reopening of the Phoenicia Hotel Beirut with Manrique Rodriguez
Manrique Rodriguez, general manager of Phoenicia Hotel Beirut, takes us on a trip down memory lane and discusses the renovation of the legendary property, one of Lebanese hospitality’s great pillars.
In the kitchen with George Hebeiliny
Consultant pastry chef George Hebeiliny can’t resist fusing Arabic flavors into his marvelous desserts. We caught up with him in KSA to learn more about his work and what makes his kunafa so appealing.
15 minutes with Juan Coronado, co-founder of Mijenta Tequila
Juan Coronado knows a thing or two about running a successful F&B business. With a background in engineering and hospitality experience spanning more than two decades, he not only co-founded a Michelin-star restaurant in Washington DC and coffee-shop chain, he also co-launched an exquisite tequila brand, Mijenta, in 2020. Hospitality News ME attended an exclusive tequila masterclass at Vintage Wines & Spirits, organized by Gabriel Bocti — the official distributor of Mijenta in Sothern Europe, the Middle East and Africa — to chat with Coronado about his journey, his love for tequila and why sustainability is at the heart of everything he does.
In the kitchen with Tarek Fahim
Making his mark in the kitchen since the age of 23, Tarek Fahim, executive chef of Siblings Restaurant & Café, KSA, explains what it means to him to follow his culinary dreams and shares his special glazed salmon recipe.
A “SENSO”tional coffee experience with Joseph Saade
Joseph Saade, managing director of MTM Trading Sarl, has a strong relationship with coffee. It all began in 2002, when he participated in the World Barista Championship in Norway and was ranked 10th in the world. With a passion for coffee, ambitious mindset and a positive attitude to match, Saade tells us about SENSO coffee and what it’s bringing to the market.
Fadeel Wehbe appointed multi-property GM of Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre and Le Meridien Fairway
Fadeel Wehbe has been appointed as the multi-property general manager of Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre and Le Meridien Fairway, which are both Marriott properties.
In the kitchen with Bahaa Abou Diab
Having kicked off his culinary career in Beirut, Bahaa Abou Diab moved to KSA to hone his skills in the kitchen. Here, the executive chef of Spring Cafe & Restaurant tells us more about his journey and shows us how to make his signature vegan burger.
Amman Rotana appoints Patrice Cornée as its new general manager
Patrice Cornée has been appointed as general manager of Amman Rotana. In his new role, he will oversee all aspects of the operation in compliance with the Rotana Hotel Management Group’s standards.
Arabian Park Dubai reopens after refurbishment
Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana hotel, reopens its doors for guests in the Al Jaddaf district, offering guests an array of leisure and meeting facilities. The hotel makes a notable comeback, with contemporary interiors, enticing culinary facilities and 328 sophisticated and modern rooms that boast the latest in-room technology and comfort.
Kitchen talk with chef Bojan Cirjanic
Having made his mark in the world of culinary arts, Bojan Cirjanic, executive chef of Folly Dubai, tells us about his life in the kitchen and the UAE’s burgeoning restaurant scene.
