Sourdough: the slow-rise phenomenon with Mohamad Kreidly, founder and CEO of Sourdough Bakery & Café
Mohamad Kreidly, founder and CEO of Sourdough Bakery & Café, talks to HN about why lovers of baked goods are increasingly opting for authentic products, lovingly crafted with artisanal techniques and ingredient transparency.
Celebrated catering brand Socrate to open a restaurant in DT Beirut, says GM Saadeddine Zeidan
Saadeddine Zeidan, GM of Lebanese catering firm Socrate, talks challenges, trends and expansion into Beirut Souks with a reimagined restaurant concept and experience.
Empathetic leadership with Marta Martin, hotel manager at Rosewood Doha
Doha’s vibrant hospitality scene blends culture and innovation. Marta Martin, hotel manager at Rosewood Doha, tells us more about Qatar’s luxury hospitality scene and leading with empathy and purpose.
Lebanon’s hotel sector in focus with Roy Bou Gharios, GM of voco Beirut
Roy Bou Gharios, general manager of voco Beirut Central District & DIA Hospitality, gives us the lowdown on Lebanon’s hospitality industry and voco’s role in its transformation.
Demystify decision-making in hotels with Anna-Marie Dowling, GM of Nofa Riyadh
Anna-Marie Dowling, GM of Nofa Riyadh, is a champion of purpose-driven hospitality, where people, sustainability and meaningful progress shape a deeper kind of luxury. Here, she shares how her decisions are made, offering a candid look behind the scenes of hotel leadership.
A taste of luxury with Christian Elkhoury, GM of The Ritz-Carlton DIFC
In Dubai’s evolving luxury landscape, true excellence means blending personalization, sustainability and heartfelt service with innovation and emotional connection. Christian Elkhoury, multi-property GM of The Ritz-Carlton DIFC, explains how these values are shaping the guest experience today.
Dual-brand leadership decoded with Anders T. Dimblad, cluster GM
Creating meaningful, experience-led destinations that resonate with today’s conscious traveler is the specialty of Anders T. Dimblad, cluster general manager of Banyan Tree Dubai and Delano Dubai. We spoke with him about dual-brand leadership apart and how luxury, purpose-driven hospitality is evolving.
Shaping a destination with Fredrik Reinisch, GM of Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek
As general manager of the magnificent Marriott Marquis Dubai, Fredrik Reinisch has little time to relax. Yet, we managed to catch a few minutes with him to learn how he stays engaged, guest focused and dedicated to delivering meaningful, memorable hospitality experiences.
Talking UAE-brand expansion with Sunset Hospitality Group
In this exclusive interview, Baris Molvali, VP of Europe at Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), discusses the group’s strategic expansion across Europe. He reveals how UAE-born brands are being adapted for international markets and shares his outlook on the future of global hospitality.
Empowering Omani’s talent with Maher Bahsoun, GM of Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah
Maher Bahsoun, general manager of Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah, leads with purpose, empowers with passion and inspires growth while driving excellence. For him, Oman’s hospitality industry presents a unique opportunity to combine cultural authenticity, service excellence and impactful contributions to the nation’s development. We learn more about him and how he anticipates the market will develop.
