Maison Noura’s newest outlets explained
The chief architect Marine Bustros, founder of mbDesign, discusses the latest newly-designed branches and the reasoning behind the architecture. Maison Noura has come a long way since inception, so what does the brand mean to you? I have a strong emotional connection with Noura that dates back to my childhood....
Lebanon enters the whisky world
Athyr is not only the first Lebanese single malt whisky, but it is also 100% Lebanese made from the malted barley and introduced to aging Lebanese Oak at the Riachi Winery and Distillery in Khenchara, Lebanon. The result is a savory, rich and complex whisky unmatched by traditional malts. Athyr is...
Sugar: Oh! Honey, honey
HN talked to three experts in the field of chocolate and pastry to find out what’s keeping the industry sweet.
GCC countries investing heavily in research-intensive institutions
GCC countries are increasingly moving towards becoming knowledge-based economies according to a recent PwC report. Despite some recent progress, the volume of research publications remains relatively low compared to countries outside of the GCC and still a long way behind more established knowledge economies, said PwC in its latest report....
Monin Cup 2019 comes to KSA
All mixologist and beverage specialists from all across the kingdom are invited to register online and secure a chance to be the Monin Champion in Saudi Arabia and win up to $2,000.
Knife: the cutting edge
HN talks to local and international chefs to find out what they look for when choosing a knife. Surprisingly though, it would seem that when choosing a knife, chefs have the ability to cut through the clutter to find the most fitting blade
A new range for hotels around the world by Groupe GM
The amenities will be available in minimum three-star hotels in France and four-star hotels worldwide.
Sweet as honey
Bees are renowned for safeguarding the biodiversity of any ecosystem and Lebanon has about 6,000 beekeepers producing 1,000-1,400 tons of honey annually using 200-250 beehives. Considering its size, that amount is considered quite significant. However, Prof. Chadi Hosri, Head of Veterinary Medicine at the Lebanese University Faculty of Agriculture explained,...
Tasteful presentations
HN talks to representatives of two international tableware brands, as well as the founder of Adara Holding Group, about the crockery and cutlery trends shaping and dominating the eating-out experience
