Sneak peek into Playa Beach Club Dubai with Daniel Khairallah
A law school graduate, Daniel Khairallah, CEO of Rival Management Services LLC, found his calling in the world of hospitality. After launching a series of successful signature concepts worldwide, such as Crystal Beirut, London, St. Tropez, Metis, La Plage and the C Bar Dubai, to name a few, he ventured into the world of F&B, marketing and brand activation. We spoke to the Khairallah about his entrepreneurial flair and his latest projects.
A Peruvian adventure with Yasmina Yared Azoury founder of SAPA Beirut, CINCO Beirut, SOFITA Beirut restaurants
Yasmina Yared began her career in Dubai working for Kearney in management consulting. It is only after traveling to Peru in 2013 that she discovered her true passion, Peruvian cuisine, bringing the country’s vibrant gastronomy back with her to Lebanon. She has since opened CINCO, the first Peruvian restaurant in the Middle East, as well as other concepts.
A taste of Lebanon in Paris with the “Mouné Libanaise: Artisanat Gastronomique,” an initiative by the Embassy of Lebanon
The Embassy of Lebanon in Paris organized a culinary initiative titled “Mouné Libanaise: Artisanat Gastronomique” to promote Lebanese agri-food products and introduce new brands, initiating B2B networking between key players in the French market and Lebanese brands.
In the kitchen with Iresh Eranda
We roll up our sleeves and join demi chef de partie Iresh Eranda in the kitchen at Hilton Kuwait Resort, Kuwait, for an afternoon of cooking and conversation.
Paying tribute to Nouhad Dammous, the godfather of the hospitality industry
Our beloved editor-in-chief, Nouhad Dammous, has sadly passed away, leaving behind a legacy of hospitality excellence.
Three new general managers join Jumeirah Group
Three general managers have been recently appointed to join Jumeirah Group’s leadership and foster a ‘Stay Different’ culture.
Breaking the glass ceiling with Laura Eggleton
Laura Eggleton, general manager of Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown, discovered her true passion at the age of 13 and hasn’t looked back since. Here, we learn more about her rise to the top.
A delightful breakfast with Chef Middle East
Chef Middle East debuted this year’s event season with a special series focusing on breakfast solutions the distributor offers to the market. The “Good Morning Qatar” and “Good Morning Emirates” events were held on March 21, 2022, at Levantine Restaurant, Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences and on the March 28, 2022, at Café Artois, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, respectively.
Ramadan culinary trends with chef Paul Hayward, brought to you by Elle & Vire
Executive pastry chef Paul Hayward, consultant and owner of Ph by Design, reveals the culinary trends of the season and his favorite Elle & Vire products.
New director of sales and marketing joins The Ritz-Carlton DIFC
Kristen Parkins will create strategic marketing to reinforce The Ritz Carlton DIFC’s position as the leading luxury business hotel in Dubai.
