Kitchen talk with Lucas Glanville, senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Raised in a “food-focused” family, Lucas Glanville was inspired by his mother to pursue a culinary career while he was still in high school. He studied culinary arts at a London catering college before joining the Michelin-star restaurant Le Gavroche and subsequently joining Browns Restaurant Melbourn, an award-winning restaurant. Here, the senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre shares his insights into the Saudi culinary scene and how he is tackling the issue of sustainability in the kitchen.
Four Saudi cities rank high on the IMD Smart City Index 2023
Riyadh has maintained its position as the third Arab city in the IMD Smart City Index (SCI) 2023, which saw the Saudi cities of Makkah, Jeddah, and Madinah included in the observatory for the first time, ranking 4th, 5th and 7th respectively.
Up close and personal with Guenter Gebhard, regional VP and GM of Four Seasons Riyadh
We took time out with Guenter Gebhard, regional vice president and GM of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Center, to get the lowdown on his management style and his role in ensuring the brand’s growth across the kingdom.
IHG’s Hotel Indigo set to open in Saudi Arabia in 2025
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, announced the signing of a management agreement with Mohammed Bin Salman Nonprofit City for a new Hotel Indigo located in Riyadh along Wadi Hanifa. Set to open in 2025, the new hotel is part of IHG’s robust growth plans across various new developments.
Tariq Yousef Dowidar named new VP of Aleph Hospitality, Saudi Arabia
Aleph Hospitality appoints Tariq Yousef Dowidar as vice president for Saudi Arabia. To support its growth strategy in the kingdom, the company also intends to add further resources to the Saudi team over the course of the year.
Why Nikkei cuisine is making waves in the MENA region
According to Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, Nikkei cuisine is dominating the international food scene. Here, he explains its rising popularity, especially in the MENA region.
10 minutes with Denis Sorin the Arabian hallmark maker
Denis Sorin, the president of Amsa Hospitality, is more than a hotelier. As an entrepreneur and advocate of Arabian hospitality, he tells us about his vision and aspirations for KSA.
MJS Holding, leading the restaurant scene toward Vision 2030
MJS Holding, a leading hospitality group, continues to make strides in the restaurant scene by bringing its unique blend of innovation and tradition to the forefront. We take a closer look at the company renowned for its commitment to quality and excellence and the gurus behind it who have been instrumental in shaping the restaurant industry in Saudi Arabia.
KSA’s booming quick-service
Chadi Chidiac, managing partner of Protocol Hospitality Management and Consultancy, takes a closer look at the growth of KSA’s fast-food market in terms of healthier food options, improved customer service and product diversification.
The Saudi F&B industry, from vision to reality
Duncan Fraser Smith, author of “Create to Plate,” reflects on F&B development in Saudi Arabia.