On the couch with F&B enthusiast Andre Alexy, GM of Amazónico Dubai
As an ambitious F&B enthusiast with an insatiable appetite for traveling and exploring new cultures, cuisines and concepts, Andre Alexy has brought his passion to life with Amazónico Dubai. We sat down with the restaurateur to find out what makes Amazonico a go-to culinary destination.
Growing with the Middle East
With regional tourism in the midst of a robust rebound, the timing is ideal for businesses across the industry to put their own expansion plans into practice. It’s all about seizing the moment, according to Naim Maadad, chief executive and founder, Gates Hospitality.
5 minutes with chef Simon Mouannes
Executive chef and consultant Simon Mouannes believes that in order to become a great chef, one must work with the best in the business. Here, he gives us a taste of the Saudi market and his upcoming projects.
Nama by the Beach: Putting Jounieh back on the culinary map
Pioneering restaurateurs Donald Battal, Khaled Nazha, and Jad Abou Jaoude, in partnership with talented chef Patrick Merheb, have united to launch “NAMA by the Beach,” a beach bar restaurant that is poised to elevate Jounieh’s culinary scene. With its eclectic Mediterranean menu, expertly crafted cocktails, and beach vibes, NAMA offers a truly elevated dining experience, putting this historic Lebanese town back on the culinary map.
Deliveroo unveils the snack of the future (2040)
Deliveroo’s SNACK TO THE FUTURE report predicts that in 2040, technological evolutions will reshape the landscape of food delivery and dining experiences. The report brings together leading futurists and experts from the worlds of food, science, technology and innovation to offer a forward-looking glimpse into the forthcoming culinary revolution.
60 seconds with executive chef Moath Muneer Mohammed Hamdan of Amman Rotana
Chef Moath Muneer Mohammed Hamdan recently joined Amman Rotana from The Chedi El Gouna Hotel & Resort, Hurghada, bringing with him over 21 years of valuable experience in the hospitality industry. We learn more about how he is wholeheartedly committed to enhancing Amman Rotana’s culinary offerings.
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh launches Le Carré Catering Service
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has expanded its culinary offerings on the local scene with the launch of Le Carré by Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, a new service providing world-class catering for events and celebrations throughout Saudi Arabia’s capital city and across the kingdom.
A brief encounter with serial entrepreneur Haider Madani
Haider Madani, owner of CASSETTE and NETTE Dubai, has an insatiable appetite for great food, music and art. Here, he describes his journey and future plans.
Exploring new culinary frontiers with chef Joe Barza
Globe-trotting chef, television personality and culinary consultant Joe Barza is credited with putting Lebanese cuisine on the global culinary map. We had the opportunity to catch up with him between flights to learn more about his exciting projects.
Empowering the F&B sector to source local talent
As Dubai solidifies its position as one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, the critical role of vocational training in shaping a skilled workforce has never been clearer. In recent years, a remarkable shift in educational preferences has occurred, with an increasing number of students recognizing the immense value of vocational studies over traditional technical education. This transformative transition not only benefits the students themselves but also plays a pivotal role in ensuring the sustainable growth of the burgeoning tourism industry. In addition, a robust vocational offering aligns with a key priority of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which aims to seamlessly integrate the next generation of Emiratis and young residents into the thriving tourism sector. Essa Bin Hadher, general manager of Dubai College of Tourism, shares his thoughts on investing in local talents.