Guatemalan cuisine with chef Juan B. Ancheita with Double Tree By Hilton JBR

Guatemalan cuisine with chef Juan B. Ancheita with Double Tree By Hilton JBR

Executive chef Juan B. Ancheita, a Guatemalan native, brings a rich tapestry of international culinary experience to Double Tree By Hilton JBR. Here, he shares his deep-rooted passion for the culinary arts at one of Dubai’s most iconic hotels.

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Hyatt in the limelight with Felicity Black-Roberts

Hyatt in the limelight with Felicity Black-Roberts

At the helm of Hyatt’s brand EAME portfolio is Felicity Black-Roberts, senior VP development. Here, she sheds light on the brand’s development plans, wellness and sustainability.

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Keeping it local with chef Sally Hurst

Keeping it local with chef Sally Hurst

Sally Hurst, a chef, explorer and writer, specializes in seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine. Here, she shares her insights.

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Five minutes with Arshad Mahmood, GM of Mövenpick Hotel

Five minutes with Arshad Mahmood, GM of Mövenpick Hotel

Excellence and inclusivity are integral to Arshad Mahmood leadership mantra, As general manager of Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Ghala Muscat, he shares his experiences in hospitality and his vision for the five-star property.

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The essence of Jabal Akhdar with Indah Megayani of Jala Spa

The essence of Jabal Akhdar with Indah Megayani of Jala Spa

Indah Megayani has over 20 years’ experience shaping award-winning spas worldwide. In this interview, she talks about capturing the essence of Jabal Akdar at Jala Spa & Wellness, where she is director.

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Tareq Ziad Taha: an all-star is born

Tareq Ziad Taha: an all-star is born

Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.

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Eye on Bahrain with Mark Brown, GM of Royal Saray Resort

Eye on Bahrain with Mark Brown, GM of Royal Saray Resort

We chatted with Mark Brown, general manager of Royal Saray Resort, to obtain an insider’s perspective on Bahrain’s hospitality scene.

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Introducing Franke Coffee Systems with Roman Probst, VP sales EMEA

Introducing Franke Coffee Systems with Roman Probst, VP sales EMEA

With over 20 years of experience in various roles within the fully automatic coffee machines sector, Roman Probst, VP of sales EMEA at Franke Coffee Systems, is a true industry veteran. In this interview, he explains what makes Franke Coffee Systems unique and talks about the expansion of their presence in the Middle East.

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Aqaba in focus with Sebastien Mariette, GM of Kempinski Hotel

Aqaba in focus with Sebastien Mariette, GM of Kempinski Hotel

Seasoned hotelier Sebastien Mariette has witnessed Aqaba’s development firsthand. As GM of Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea and area GM of Kempinski Levant and KSA, he shares his insights on the popular Red Sea destination, how the hospitality sector is shaping up and the contributions of Kempinski to its growth.

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Five minutes with Abed Al Mo’een Abu Zaid, marketing manager of Defaf Al-Nahrayn for Food Industries and Beverages 

Five minutes with Abed Al Mo’een Abu Zaid, marketing manager of Defaf Al-Nahrayn for Food Industries and Beverages 

Abed Al Mo’een Abu Zaid, marketing manager of Defaf Al-Nahrayn for Food Industries and Beverages, explores Matrix’s challenges in Jordan, the importance of sponsoring events like HORECA and the impact of market trends.

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