Ennismore appoints chef Sara Aqel as executive chef of Fi’lia globally
Chef Aqel will oversee sister Fi’lia in Miami’s SLS Brickell and South Beach and SLS Baha Mar in the Bahamas, and upcoming Paris outlet.
Designing the perfect bar lounge with Rabih Geha Architects
With so many design elements to consider, especially in a post-Covid-19 era, Rabih Geha, founder of Rabih Geha Architects, discusses the intricacies of creating the perfect commercial lounge bar.
Two new leaders join CBRE’s Middle East hotels and tourism team
Ali Manzoor has joined CBRE as head of hotels and tourism – Middle East and Ben Parkins as associate director.
Hussain Dagher joins Al Raha Beach Hotel as executive chef
Prior to joining Al Raha Beach Hotel, Chef Hussain Dagher worked in Lebanon, England, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey and Qatar.
An enchanting culinary treat with Chef Daniel Boulud
Chef Boulud said: “It’s always good to be back and reconnect with the guests and the team. The city is very close to my heart.”
SCAFA – a vocational institute leaving its mark on the Middle East
SCAFA, the School of Culinary and Finishing Arts in Dubai, is the largest vocational institute in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Zaigham Abdul Haque, SCAFA’s CEO, discusses talent in the Emirates and providing education to world-class chefs.
Dairy and more with Dermot Farrell
Dermot Farrell, general manager of the food service and consumer foods division of Lakeland Dairies, shares news from the dairy industry and the trends shaping its future.
Lebanese entrepreneurship at its best
The expansion of Lebanese brands into foreign markets should not be underestimated. Ralph Nader, CEO of Amber Consulting, highlights the growth of this trend and which brands are taking the leap.
Destination Egypt by Nada Aaad
With a mantra “opportunities don’t happen, you create them,” Nada Aad, concept creator and managing partner of Mon Maki A Moi, sets her sights on Egypt for a range of new F&B projects. Here, she tells us more.
