Discussing culinary trends with Thomas Kyritsis, Le Cordon Bleu
Le Cordon Bleu is the leading global network of culinary arts and hospitality management institutes. Offering a range of widely recognized training programs in the fields of gastronomy, wine, hospitality and tourism, this 125-year-old institution is leading the way in industry-related education. Here, Dr. Thomas Kyritsis, the school’s program director of culinary industry management (BBA) and culinary innovation management (MSc), discusses culinary trends.
O’17, Lebanon’s newest gin
O’17 may sound like a strange name, but it makes sense when you consider that October 17 2019 marked the start of the Lebanese revolution, a day that captured the power of passion, self-expression and freedom. According to its makers, it is a brand for liberal, courageous souls.
HORECA CONNECTS aims to build new bridges
HORECA CONNECTS will also introduce innovative Lebanese products, solutions and services relating to the hospitality and foodservice sectors.
Em Sherif restaurant is days away from opening at Harrods, London
Em Sherif will make its way to London’s Knightsbridge to showcase its unique take on refined Lebanese cuisine from February 1, 2022.
The Cask & Barrel opens a new branch in Lebanon
The Cask & Barrel’s newest branch in Beirut’s Sassine Square lies at the intersection of passion, education and selection: a truly multisensory experience where guests are invited to indulge in experimental and unusual gastronomy, deep knowledge and fashionable entertainment.
Kamal Mouzawak brings Tawlet to Paris
Lebanese entrepreneur Kamal Mouzawak is showcasing the richness of the Lebanese cuisine in France with the launch of Tawlet Paris on January 12, 2022. The restaurant celebrates the culinary traditions of each region in Lebanon, promoting local ingredients while encouraging cooks to rediscover old recipes.
New GM joins Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort, Beirut
Iseli joins Kempinski Summerland from Kempinski Hotel Yinchuan in China, the first international European-style luxury hotel in the city.
L’Académie Libanaise de la Gastronomie awards Mickael Gantner, executive chef of Central Beirut
Members of l’Académie Libanaise de la Gastronomie met at Centrale restaurant in November to award French chef Mickael Gantner with an honorary diploma from L’Académie Internationale de la Gastronomie.
Le Phénicien is awarded by l’Académie Libanaise de la Gastronomie
In November, members of l’Académie Libanaise de la Gastronomie organized a lunch at Le Phénicien restaurant (Horch Tabet, Beirut) to award the owner, Habib Hadid, with the Special Price.
The Paris connection: Lebanese concepts in the French capital
The economic crisis in Lebanon has forced many Lebanese restaurateurs to chase new opportunities for their brands abroad, away from soaring inflation rates and political instability. Nagi Morkos, founding and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, tells us more about the Lebanese concepts that have made their way to the French capital.