Sixty seconds with Biljana Nava Villarreal, executive chef of ME Dubai

Sixty seconds with Biljana Nava Villarreal, executive chef of ME Dubai

Hailing from Serbia, Biljana Nava Villarreal brings something unique to the kitchen of ME Dubai, where she holds the position of executive chef. We caught up with her to hear about her culinary influences and the latest food trends in Dubai. 

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Why chefs shouldn’t give up on sustainability

Why chefs shouldn’t give up on sustainability

Peeter Pihel, co-founder and head chef at Fotografiska Tallinn, stresses the importance of integrating eco-friendly initiatives into the culinary experience.

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French gastronomy by chef Christophe Prud’homme of Millennium

French gastronomy by chef Christophe Prud’homme of Millennium

We took time out to discuss French gastronomy with Christophe Prud’homme, executive head chef of Millennium Plaza Downtown Dubai, who was recently recognized as a “Master Chef” by Maîtres Cuisiniers de France.

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Navigating KSA’s digital culinary frontier

Navigating KSA’s digital culinary frontier

Saudi Arabia’s food and beverage sector continues its dynamic evolution. Naji Haddad, general manager of Deliverect MENA, offers a guided exploration of the intersection between technology and gastronomy.

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Eye on Armenia

Eye on Armenia

Brimming with flavors, textures and colors, Armenian cuisine reflects the many historical, geographical and cultural factors that combine to give it a unique identity. Aline Kamakian, founder and CEO of Fig Holding, shines a spotlight on the indigenous ingredients, traditional cooking methods and age-old customs that help to ensure countless national dishes remain as popular today as ever, at home and abroad.

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Jadwa Investment KSA acquires Black Spoon Group

Jadwa Investment KSA acquires Black Spoon Group

Based in Riyadh, Jadwa Investment KSA has successfully secured full ownership of Black Spoon via its food and beverage opportunities fund.

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Lebanese restaurant Amar debuts in Jeddah

Lebanese restaurant Amar debuts in Jeddah

Lebanese restaurant Amar has opened its first branch in Saudi Arabia. Situated in the heart of Jeddah, on Tahlia Street within Jeddah Walk, Amar showcases a captivating blend of contemporary design. Furthermore, its elegant ambience compliments its rich offering.

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5 minutes with Kyung Soo Moon, culinary director of SUSHISAMBA Dubai

5 minutes with Kyung Soo Moon, culinary director of SUSHISAMBA Dubai

Award-winning chef Kyung Soo Moon has over 22 years of restaurant experience at some of the most prestigious restaurants in Asia, UAE and Australia. In this interview, we discover how he earned such a distinguished reputation in the gastronomy world and what he has planned for SUSHISAMBA Dubai, where he has been appointed the new culinary director.

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Italian flair in Dubai with Giuseppe Pezzella, group executive chef of Chic Nonna

Italian flair in Dubai with Giuseppe Pezzella, group executive chef of Chic Nonna

Giuseppe Pezzella is a culinary innovator. Here, the talented chef discusses his plans to bring a touch of Michelin-starred experience to Chic Nonna.

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Limitless innovation with Brunello Restaurant’s chef de cuisine Andrea Kosarew

Limitless innovation with Brunello Restaurant’s chef de cuisine Andrea Kosarew

Italian-Canadian chef Andrea Kosarew discovered his passion for food at the age of two. Here, he shares how he turns limitations into innovations at Brunello Restaurant at Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah.

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