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.
Revolutionary gastronomy with a unique feminine touch with chef Alena Solodovichenko
Chef Alena Solodovichenko, executive chef at Sfumato and Soiree Wine Bar, is a force to be reckoned with. From achieving a Michelin recommendation to earning an array of prestigious awards, including the GQ Russia Super Woman of the Year Award, she has accomplished a great deal. Here we discover how she seeks to revolutionize urban dining.
Dubai: The destination that keeps on giving with Hoor al Khaja
Offering broad-based appeal through its heady mix of futuristic skyscrapers, man-made wonders and rich cultural heritage, it’s easy to see why Dubai clinched the coveted top global destination spot for the second successive year in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2023. Hoor Al Khaja, associate vice president, International Operations, Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, charts the emirate’s robust post-pandemic rebound and tells HN what’s next on the tourism agenda for this regional success story.
Khalidia Palace Hotel Dubai set to open Q4 of 2023
Khalidia Palace Hotel by Mourouj Gloria, a new five-star property located in Dubai’s historic Deira district, is on track to launch by Q4 2023.
Interview with Maximilian Rauch, Ascott’s head of F&B for Middle East, Africa and Turkey
Throughout his impressive career, Maximilian Rauch has held key positions across the hospitality and corporate sectors. In his new role, he will be responsible for Ascott’s portfolio of owners and restaurant operators across the UAE, KSA, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Turkey and Kenya, creating dedicated training programs, implementing customized service solutions and bolstering industry specific partnerships to strengthen the group’s F&B offerings. With his extensive background in culinary management, Rauch tells us how he is planning to elevate Ascott’s F&B offerings.
Getting to know Imad Akil, GM of Centro Mada Amman by Rotana
With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Imad Akil, GM of Centro Mada Amman by Rotana, has successfully led the opening of multiple hotels in the region. In addition, he has played a pivotal role in supporting Rotana’s head office through various field visits and corporate initiatives. We sat down with the accomplished hotelier to discuss the hotel’s sustainability pledge and how the Jordan’s hospitality sector is evolving.
A touch of Provencal charm with chef Rita Yazbek
Chef Rita Yazbek’s culinary journey in the world of hospitality and gastronomy is nothing short of inspiring. Having worked alongside renowned chefs like Adrien Trouilloud and Alain Ducasse, she played an instrumental role in the success of SUD Restobar, which she co-founded. Yazbek is now embarking on an exciting culinary adventure with her new project Cezanne in Dbayeh, just outside Beirut. We find out more about the venue that exudes Provencal charm.
