Louvre Hotels Expands Despite the Pandemic
In a pioneering move, Louvre Hotels Group took residence at the heart of the famed French gastronomy hub Rungis International Market, opening the very first hotel in the market. The Campanile Rungis-Orly hotel features 84 rooms and is built alongside a brand-new Corporate Food University. Hospitality News sat with Louvre Hotels’ management team to discuss their bold expansion in spite of the pandemic.
Georges Ojeil joins Four Seasons Hotel Beirut as its new GM
Ojeil brings over 20 years of experience in hospitality business and hotel management to his new role as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Beirut.
Life Is Sweet In Jordan
There’s nothing quite like the sweet taste of success. HN talks to Hilda Hosh, Owner of Chez Hilda Pâtisserie and Confiserie to discover more about her brand and recipe for staying ahead.
New Director of F&B joins Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City
Roberts brings 19 years of hospitality experience to his new role in which he will oversee the operations of the Media City hotel, including its F&B outlets, outside catering, 12 meeting rooms and 246 keys.
Two new senior appointments join Bistro des Arts
With over 12 years industry experience, Allard brings strong commercial acumen, passion for service excellence and a sound financial focus.
Bonavida’s Bar Manager, Nerses Makhdoumian, Wins the Beirut City of Life Bartending Competition
Nicknamed the “Nero” of Bonavida, Nerses Makhdoumian recently won the Beirut City Of Life Bartending Competition by Taste & Flavors magazine, which took place on December 20 at Train Station, Beirut. We sat down with the champion to discuss this achievement and his aspirations.
5 Minutes with Philippe Francois
Philippe Francois, president of AMFORHT, talks about how the NGO went from being an initiative of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to being granted special consultative status by the United Nations in 2017.
Three Generations Of Coffee Makers And Still Going Strong
Christian Salloum, managing director at BrandPortunity F&B Consulting, talks about the legendary Café Younes brand.
The Lowdown on Malak al Tawouk with CEO Joseph Sami Saade
Since opening in 1996, Malak al Tawouk has gone from strength to strength. Now, the Lebanese fast-food chain has entered the European market. Joseph Sami Saade, the firm’s CEO, tells us more.
Contributors’ 2021 Expectations
Without a shadow of a doubt, 2020 forced countless companies around the world to rethink their strategies and adapt to new norms. With this in mind, we asked a selection of our contributors what lessons they learned last year and how they foresee the business landscape in 2021.