Two new senior appointments join Bistro des Arts
With over 12 years industry experience, Allard brings strong commercial acumen, passion for service excellence and a sound financial focus.
Holiday wine tips in an unusual year
Large formats (magnums, double magnums and larger) are a great way to celebrate togetherness and festiveness after enduring a trying year.
Bonavida’s Bar Manager, Nerses Makhdoumian, Wins the Beirut City of Life Bartending Competition
Nicknamed the “Nero” of Bonavida, Nerses Makhdoumian recently won the Beirut City Of Life Bartending Competition by Taste & Flavors magazine, which took place on December 20 at Train Station, Beirut. We sat down with the champion to discuss this achievement and his aspirations.
Three Generations Of Coffee Makers And Still Going Strong
Christian Salloum, managing director at BrandPortunity F&B Consulting, talks about the legendary Café Younes brand.
For the Love of Coffee
Simone Remba, consultant at Thomas Klein International, shares her personal relationship with coffee — one of the world’s most popular drinks.
The Hospitality Sector’s Pledge to Ensure the Safety of Clients
The economic situation has long been weighing heavily on the Lebanese hospitality sector, especially after the Beirut explosion. Things took a turn for the worse with the Covid-19 lockdown.
The Chocolate Craze
Semi-sweet, extra-dark, organic and vegan are just a few varieties that have become more popular in recent years. HN gets the lowdown on the latest trends in the world of chocolate from suppliers and chocolatiers across the region.
The Lowdown on Malak al Tawouk with CEO Joseph Sami Saade
Since opening in 1996, Malak al Tawouk has gone from strength to strength. Now, the Lebanese fast-food chain has entered the European market. Joseph Sami Saade, the firm’s CEO, tells us more.
Interview with chef Tara Khattar about traditional Lebanese cuisine
Tara Khattar is no stranger to the kitchens of New York City. The Lebanese-born chef has spent years perfecting her trade in the Big Apple, where she has just launched her first cookbook, “Liban,” as a tribute to her homeland and its cuisine.
