Tawlet Bakish, Lebanon’s latest culinary destination

Tawlet Bakish, Lebanon’s latest culinary destination

Tawlet Bakish is opening its doors on June 3rd 2023, inviting guests to rediscover age-old recipes and celebrate the culinary traditions of Baskinta and Keserwan.

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Why hybrid coffee shops are a win-win

Why hybrid coffee shops are a win-win

Combining caffeine hits with lifestyle fits, today’s coffee shops offer much more than a quick pitstop, as Naim Maadad, chief executive and founder of Gates Hospitality explains.

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Passion for perfection with Rocco Seminara, corporate executive chef of Bagatelle Group

Passion for perfection with Rocco Seminara, corporate executive chef of Bagatelle Group

Rocco Seminara, the corporate executive chef of Bagatelle Group, is a passionate advocate of nature and a perfectionist at heart. Here, he takes time out of his busy schedule to share histhoughts on the trends shaping the Saudi food scene and what makes Bagatelle so appealing.

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A legacy in the making with Hussni Ajlani, owner and founder of Salmontini

A legacy in the making with Hussni Ajlani, owner and founder of Salmontini

Hussni Ajlani was left spellbound by Lebanon when he visited the country in 1999 and decided to invest his time in the Lebanese hospitality industry. Here, the owner and founder of Salmontini takes us on a trip down memory lane and tells us what drives his passion.

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The gulf coffee takeover

The gulf coffee takeover

From international brands to homegrown names, and now supported by apps and influencers, the regional coffee scene is booming. Cup in hand, Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, tells us about the latest trends currently captivating coffee lovers across the MENA and beyond.

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Sipping wine with Raimond Tomson director of Barents Wine Collectors

Sipping wine with Raimond Tomson director of Barents Wine Collectors

Named A.S.I. Best Sommelier of the World in 2023, Raimond Tomson wine director of Barents Wine Collectors, is a force to be reckoned with in the wine world. In this exclusive interview, he reveals what it takes to be the best in the game and his upcoming plans.

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Sustainability on the menu with Enrico Bartolini, Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef

Sustainability on the menu with Enrico Bartolini, Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef

Chef Enrico Bartolini’s five restaurants have a total of nine Michelin stars, making him Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef. In this exclusive interview, the accomplished chef tells us how he managed to open his first restaurant in Lombardy at the tender age of 25 and how he is currently managing thirty fine-dining and casual restaurants.

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For the love of nature and travel with Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco

For the love of nature and travel with Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco

As chef-patron of the three-Michelin-starred French riviera restaurant Mirazur, chef Mauro Colagreco is refining Dubai’s Beach Bar and Grill and Celebrities to create an exceptional experience with simplicity and charm. We learn more about the concept and how he’s bringing something new to the table.

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Shooting Michelin stars with British chef Tom Aikens

Shooting Michelin stars with British chef Tom Aikens

Tom Aikens is one of the most accomplished and inspiring chefs in the world. In this exclusive interview, we discover what led him to a career in the kitchen and how he runs his restaurants.  

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Exclusive: Ladurée opens its fourth branch in Abu Dhabi

Exclusive: Ladurée opens its fourth branch in Abu Dhabi

Ladurée has announced the opening of its newest branch in Al Bateen – Abu Dhabi, offering guests a unique dining experience by blending the brand’s French heritage with Middle Eastern culture.

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