Taking Lebanese sweets global with Marc Haddad of Hallab 1881
Few brands carry the weight of tradition quite like Hallab 1881. Marc Haddad, CEO of Hallab 1881 Kasr El Helou, shares how every bite of the brand tells a story, one that begins in Tripoli and travels far beyond borders.
Transforming ingredients into stories with chef Chantal Tabet
Chef Chantal Tabet was raised in the world of Michelin stars. We took time out with the talented chef to learn more about her inspiring journey and what shaped her success as a leading woman in today’s culinary world.
The art of cooking meat with Brian Becher, Wolfgang Puck
As regional executive chef for Wolfgang Puck at Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, Brian Becher creates food we love, for people we care about. His passion lies in working with premium meats, drawing on global culinary influences and using precise techniques to deliver bold flavor, perfect balance and a truly memorable dining experience.
Japanese cuisine with Reif Othman, owner and chef at Dubai-based Hotaru Holdings
An art form and a way of life, Japanese cuisine is built on the foundations of precision, purity and respect for ingredients. Reif Othman, owner and chef at Dubai-based Hotaru Holdings, takes us on a countrywide tour of this understated Asian cuisine, which allows each individual ingredient to shine.
Lebanese flavors in Saudi Arabia with Rabih Fouany, corporate executive chef of Vivienda Group KSA
As the corporate executive chef of Vivienda Group in Saudi Arabia, Rabih Fouany brings precision and passion to his culinary craft. He skillfully blends authenticity with innovation when adapting Lebanese cuisine to suit Saudi Arabian tastes and dining traditions. Here, he shares how he preserves the soul of Lebanese food while navigating Saudi culinary preferences.
A viral cookie sensation with Sid Jayakrishnan, founder of Silly Goose
Silly Goose is quickly becoming one of the top contenders for the best cookies in Dubai. We sat down with Sid Jayakrishnan, an architect-turned-cookie-maker and the brand’s founder, to find out more about the growing fanbase that’s hooked on his delicious creations.
Seven Sisters set to open in Q4 of 2025 says Rabih Fakhreddine, founder and group CEO of 7 Management
7 Management has announced its partnership with the prestigious Park Hyatt Dubai. The two companies are set to relaunch Seven Sisters, one of Dubai’s most iconic concepts. Set to open in Q4 of 2025, the brand-new space will be nestled in the heart of Dubai Creek Resort.
Savoring Armenian cuisine with Middle Eastern flair with Agassi Serobyan, GM of VAGA Dubai
We take a look at how Armenian and Arabic cuisines beautifully complement one another in an exclusive interview with Agassi Serobyan, general manager of VAGA Dubai.
A taste of Italy with Alessandro De Carlini, executive chef of Luigia Dubai
Alessandro De Carlini, executive chef of Luigia Dubai, draws on two decades of experience to show how Italian cuisine turns simple ingredients into timeless culinary art.
Sisters Ingrid and Mayfrid Chehlaoui celebrate bold Lebanese flavors at Kubri
Ingrid and Mayfrid Chehlaoui grew up between Paris, London and Beirut. Too French for Lebanon, too Lebanese for France, they decided to create a space to reflect their unique identity: Kubri restaurant in the French capital. In this interview, we explore how the siblings created a concept that’s raw, real and deeply personal.
