In the kitchen with Sheenalyn Baluyot Buay
Adding a touch of spice in the kitchen, Sheenalyn Baluyot Buay, commis III at Ramada Encore Hotel, Kuwait, tells us about life in the culinary world and shares her grilled salmon recipe.
Trade professionals’ take on bottled cocktails
The world of cocktails is not what it used to be, with pre-mixed products taking the lead. Here’s what the trade professionals have to say about the rising trend for bottled varieties.
In the kitchen with Anil Krishantha Nanayakkara
We hear what Anil Krishantha Nanayakkara, demi chef of Ramada Encore Hotel, Kuwait, has to say about the latest culinary trends.
A dinner for the senses with award-winning chef Frédéric Jaunault at Eddé Sands
Frédéric Jaunault, founder of the Academy of Fruits and Vegetables in France and “MOF Primeur” (Best Craftsman of France – Fruits and Vegetables category), has had an interesting journey. Having previously worked in the United States and in Bermuda, as well as at the iconic Ledoyen, the Plaza Athenee, Bernard Loiseau and Le Normandie in Deauville, he decided to specialize in vegetables, finding balance between tradition and modernity, technicity and pleasure. Here, Jaunault tells us about his upcoming charity gala dinner by Mon Liban d’Azur, which is set to take at Eddé Sands, Byblos -Lebanon, on May 28, 2022.
The lowdown on Nestlé® Professional products with culinary advisor Elie Lteif
Nestlé Professional’s culinary advisor Elie Lteif has worked in hospitality for 22 years. Having initially specialized in French cuisine, he shifted to Asian food, working in some of the top fine-dining restaurants and five-star hotels in the world. Here, Lteif gives us the lowdown on Nestlé Professional products and why he believes they should be a staple in every chef’s kitchen.
Two new GMs join Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas in Oman
Maren Kuehl has been appointed GM at Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar while Andrea Orrú GM of Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara.
Giovanna Mansi Lutfi takes the Lebanese Lira to Miami
As managing partner of WSH LLC and Tastings SoFlo LLC, a luxury catering and events company, Giovanna Mansi Lutfi has plenty of hospitality experience. Her latest concept, Lira Miami, pays homage to her Lebanese heritage.
Hany Samuel named GM of C Central Resort The Palm
Hany Samuel brings more than 22 years of experience covering different areas, including international operations, and management systems.
A family affair with Chef Samaan Helal
Chef Samaan Helal has plenty of experience under his belt, having worked in kitchens around the world, from the Gulf to New York and many cities in between. HN sat with the visionary chef to discuss his latest projects in KSA, some of which include his three children.
Sami Matta appointed multi-outlet GM at 25hours Hotel One Central
By the end of summer 2022, Sami Matta will also be responsible for two additional F&B outlets, one of which is the Shisha Garden.
