Five minutes with Laurent Damiens

Five minutes with Laurent Damiens

Laurent Damiens, COO of CNIEL, discusses how the organization is serving the French dairy industry and what’s happening in the market. 

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Hotel Albergo, a gem to behold with Tony W. Gergess

Hotel Albergo, a gem to behold with Tony W. Gergess

Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in east Beirut, a stone’s throw from downtown, the Hotel Albergo is a sanctuary of luxury and the only Relais & Châteaux property in the country. Old-world charm meets high-end service at this Beirut landmark, as Tony W. Gergess, the newly appointed general manager, explains.

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O’17, Lebanon’s newest gin

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.

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Luminescenza, a reliable partner

Luminescenza, a reliable partner

With nearly 10 years of experience in the industry, Luminescenza has plenty of experience in helping foodservice clients achieve optimal efficiency. Georges Haddad, the firm’s owner, explains the range of services Luminescenza offers.

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New on the market: Philips hotel TVs

New on the market: Philips hotel TVs

Philips MediaSuite TVs have options to suit a variety of budgets and environments, whether for a global hotel chain or a small guest house.

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Sami Khoueiri: not an average restaurateur

Sami Khoueiri: not an average restaurateur

Spiced and Sliced is a fast-casual chain of shawarma restaurants combining authentic shawarma recipes with unique flavors and modern interior design. Sami Khoueiri, the firm’s CEO, shares details of the concept with us and explains why it suits the franchise model.

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Wyndham gains momentum across the Middle East

Wyndham gains momentum across the Middle East

In the Middle East, Wyndham will open Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach in Qatar, along with two more openings in the KSA this year.

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TGI Fridays reopens its doors at Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai

TGI Fridays reopens its doors at Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai

TGI Fridays is a leading casual dining restaurant in the region, with restaurants across Egypt, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, KSA and UAE.

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