The evolution of Indian cuisine by Jitin Joshi
Jitin Joshi, chef partner of Culinary Arts Group, unlocks the bold regional flavors and innovative trends shaping Indian cuisine.
Shaping conscious and impactful tourism with Jake Haupert, co-founder & CEO of Transformational Travel Council
In a world where travel goes beyond the typical vacation experience, focusing on personal growth, self-discovery and profound change, Jake Haupert, co-founder and CEO of Transformational Travel Council, uncorks the fundamentals of transformational travel.
The pastry trends set to define 2025
We spoke to four talented chefs from across the Middle East to gain insights into the latest pastry trends defining the region. Here’s what they had to say.
8 restaurateurs serve up the dining trends for 2025
Dynamic and diverse, the region’s vibrant restaurant scene is expanding at an impressive tempo across both mature and emerging destinations. Eight business leaders share their thoughts on everything industry-related, from promising markets to the tech innovations, sustainability practices and experiential dining trends that restaurateurs cannot afford to ignore.
Greece: an enduring culinary heritage
Steeped in ancient history and famed for its authenticity, Greek cuisine has certainly stood the test of time, thanks to the abundance of flavorful, fresh ingredients found across its mainland and many islands. Vlassia Anagnostou, head chef at Avli by tashas in Dubai, has the lowdown on Greece’s
rich culinary legacy and how its classic dishes are being reinterpreted for today’s diners.
Breaking records with chef Sanjay Thakur
In an exclusive interview with chef Sanjay Thakur, we learn more about his experiences in creating the world’s highest pop-up restaurant.
Portugal: a genuine culinary compass
Defined by both history and geography, Portuguese cuisine has plenty to offer diners,from its iconic sardines, fresh from the Atlantic Ocean, and popular cod, to its flavorsome Iberian pork and world-famous pastel del nata sweet treats. José Avillez, chef at Grupo José Avillez and a reference in Portuguese gastronomy, takes us on a culinary tour of his homeland, crossing mountains and coastal cities, with a little island-hopping in between.
5 experts on why we’re saying ‘Yes please’ to cheese
A favorite filling for sandwiches and used in numerous recipes, cheese remains as in demand as ever, in kitchens worldwide. Five experts offer HN a slice of their cheese-related insights on everything from regional pairings to plant-and-dairy hybrids.
Discover the exceptional benefits of USA Cheese
The USA Cheese Guild has been working hard to increase the exposure of American cheeses across the MENA region. We spoke with Amy Foor, vice president of Foodservice Programs at U.S. Dairy Export Council and Antonio El Khoury, director of culinary programs for USA Cheese Guild MENA, to learn more about the unique characteristics of the cheeses it promotes and the guild’s activities.
Why pasta is a staple for the table with 5 leading chefs
Versatile, appealing, nourishing and ideally suited for on-trend vegetarian and plant-based dishes, pasta unsurprisingly continues to place high on lists of favorite dishes across the global restaurant scene. HN asked five experts for their thoughts on all things pasta-related, from go-to varieties and essential tools of the trade to pairing preferences.
