Jörg Zipprick the disruptor topping the List
Jörg Zipprick, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the international restaurant review aggregator LaListe.com, has worked as a journalist and author since 1991. Having won numerous awards for his work, Zipprick is a staunch supporter of authentic cuisine. Here, he tells us more about his journey and what it takes to make it on the list of the world’s best restaurants.
Hani Mirza at the helm of BMI’s F&B empire
Hani Mirza, Managing Director at Bin Mirza International has the neck for greatness, graduated with honors from Regent’s University, he embarked in a culinary journey running franchise restaurants, cafes and developing a bakery café since 2004 in Oman.
In the kitchen with Omani chef Issa Al Balushi
Chef Issa Al Balushi, head chef of Al Mouj Muscat and Al Mouj Golf Club has over 13 years of experience and is a man of many titles, including president of Oman Chef’s Guild and brand ambassador of A’saffa. Here, he gives us the lowdown on what’s cooking in Oman.
How NHI Oman is empowering the next generation of chefs
The National Hospitality Institute (NHI) in Oman is providing aspiring chefs with valuable skills to launch their careers. We spoke to the institute’s president, Robert MacLean, to learn more about the local culinary scene and what to expect from Oman’s hospitality sector in the future.
How Sharjah is planning to position itself as a tourism destination
HN sat with Elie Armaly, director of business development at Sharjah Development and Investment Authority (Shurooq), to answer that question.
AHIC 2021: 16 mega announcements during the show’s 17th edition
AHIC provided the launchpad for a number of hospitality startups and was the venue for several new hotel signings and industry announcements.
Discover a new glamping innovative experience: ENVI Lodges
ENVI Lodges is co-founded by Chris Nader and Noelle Homsy, both avid travelers and experts in the hospitality industry.
Aleph Hospitality appoints Jad Shamseddin as its COO for the Middle East
Jad Shamseddin will be responsible for developing Aleph Hospitality’s operations, leading the implementation of operational strategies.
Introducing Eighty6, a newly released B2B application set to revolutionize the food procurement industry in the GCC
Eighty6, an industry-leading online procurement tool, has been launched in the UAE with plans to expand to Saudi Arabia in the next three months.
Rethinking your approach to budgeting
The Covid-19 pandemic broke out when most hotels had just begun implementing their 2020 budget, and very quickly things spiraled out of control. Consultant Chirine Salha tackles the topic of budgeting in uncertain times and provides tips on financial planning in a crisis.