How to shape a restaurant’s identity and culinary direction with Will Stanyer, head chef of The Spaniel
Will Stanyer, head chef of The Spaniel, uncovers the key priorities in launching a new restaurant, from defining its identity to assembling a dynamic team. His creative process, rooted in nostalgia, is a journey worth exploring.
Nova M Hotel Olaya Riyadh to open in late 2024
Nova M Hotel Olaya Riyadh, an Edge by Rotana hotel, will open in late 2024. Located on Al Olaya Street, the new hotel promises to be a top choice for both business and leisure travelers. Consequently, it combines modern amenities with exceptional hospitality.
Five minutes with Elissar Hanna Maalouf of Astoria Hospitality
Experienced in the hospitality field for over a decade, Elissar Hanna Maalouf, a hospitality consultant, is passionate about enhancing dining experiences. Committed to quality and exceptional service for hotels and restaurants, she explains how Astoria Hospitality elevates every dining experience.
Four Seasons Resort Sindalah Island NEOM set to open in 2024
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is set to open a new luxury resort as part of the NEOM master project, located on Sindalah Island.
A match made in sweet heaven: Valrhona and Pariani join forces in Dubai
Valrhona, partner of taste artisans since 1922 and a pioneer and specialist in the world of chocolate, and Pariani, a company renowned for its innovative ingredients and raw materials focused on nuts and oil, have united in a visionary collaboration aimed at reshaping the culinary landscape in Dubai. To mark this historic collaboration, an extraordinary dinner was hosted at the iconic Address Hotel and Resort in Downtown Dubai, heralding the dawn of a new era in gastronomic innovation.
5 minutes with Thomas A. Gugler, president of WACS
Thomas A. Gugler dreamed of becoming a chef from the tender age of two. Today, the Worldchefs president and VP of culinary at Catrion, KSA, is at the pinnacle of his career.
Italian flair in Dubai with Giuseppe Pezzella, group executive chef of Chic Nonna
Giuseppe Pezzella is a culinary innovator. Here, the talented chef discusses his plans to bring a touch of Michelin-starred experience to Chic Nonna.
Lebanese Chef Chadi Karam’s successful new chapter at Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire in Shanghai
Hailing from the vibrant streets of Beirut to Shanghai’s bustling thoroughfares, chef Chadi Karam’s expertise has played a pivotal role in securing a second consecutive Michelin star for Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire.
Instagrammable desserts with pastry chef Frederic Guinot of Waldorf Astoria Doha
In this interview, chef Frederic Guinot, executive pastry chef of Waldorf Astoria Doha, shares his passion for crafting desserts that are as beautiful as they are scrumptious.
Speaking food and success with Mohammad Orfali, head Of culinary at Orfali Bros Bistronomy
Syrian chef Mohammad Orfali has turned his passion for food into a family affair by launching Orfali Bros with his siblings Wassim and Omar. Their bistro has a loyal following in Dubai and was named the Best Restaurant in MENA in 2023. In this interview, he describes how his reimagined dishes constantly push the culinary boundaries.
