A tribute to heritage with Mahmoud Sakr, GM of The Chedi Muscat

A tribute to heritage with Mahmoud Sakr, GM of The Chedi Muscat

Muscat’s heritage deeply influences how general manager Mahmoud Sakr leads The Chedi Muscat. Here, he reveals the secret behind shaping unforgettable, culturally rich guest experiences.

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Shaping the future of the Middle East Industrial baking sector with Sachin Patil, industrial key account manager at Lesaffre Gulf FZE

Shaping the future of the Middle East Industrial baking sector with Sachin Patil, industrial key account manager at Lesaffre Gulf FZE

The Middle East’s industrial bakery sector is evolving fast, driven by changing consumer tastes, digitalization and sustainability. To unpack these trends, we spoke with Sachin Patil, industrial key account manager at Lesaffre Gulf FZE, who brings over 20 years of experience in FMCG and food industries. 

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Expansion plans on the menu with Karl Atallah, CEO and founder of Amar restaurants

Expansion plans on the menu with Karl Atallah, CEO and founder of Amar restaurants

By blending Lebanese tradition, modern innovation, immersive design and genuine, memorable guest connections, Amar restaurant group has successfully expanded its operations across Lebanon. We caught up with Karl Atallah, CEO and founder, to learn about the story behind the brand and its newest branches in KSA. 

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Exploring Signature Cave Cappadocia hotel with Cengiz Deveci, owner of HONEST GLOBAL

Exploring Signature Cave Cappadocia hotel with Cengiz Deveci, owner of HONEST GLOBAL

Cengiz Deveci, owner and chairman of the board of HONEST GLOBAL gives us a sneak peek into the first of its kind cave hotel in Türkiye: Signature Cave Cappadocia.

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Soulful hospitality in AlUla with Bhavesh Rawal, area GM of Ashar Valley

Soulful hospitality in AlUla with Bhavesh Rawal, area GM of Ashar Valley

In an exclusive interview, Bhavesh Rawal reveals how AlUla’s unique blend of heritage, nature and luxury creates transformative, authentic guest experiences in Ashar Valley.

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Catalyzing change through green investments with Sylvia MateI

Catalyzing change through green investments with Sylvia MateI

 Sylvia Matei, cluster general manager of Holiday Inn & Staybridge Al Maktoum, drives environmental change across two Dubai hotels. Here, she tells us more about her work and the sustainable investments that unite environmental responsibility, operational efficiency and purposeful guest experiences.

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Dubai hotels unpacked with Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Dubai hotels unpacked with Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina

Alain Khalife, general manager of JW Marriott Hotel Marina, sheds light on Dubai’s hospitality scene and the latest trends.

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Demystify decision-making in hotels with Anna-Marie Dowling, GM of Nofa Riyadh

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.

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Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah’s hotel manager Rania Chamoun on the future of hospitality in Dubai

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah’s hotel manager Rania Chamoun on the future of hospitality in Dubai

As Dubai continues to lead global tourism, Palm Jumeirah is becoming a symbol of luxury and innovation. Rania Chamoun, hotel manager of Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, discusses the evolving hospitality scene in the UAE.

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Sourdough: the slow-rise phenomenon with Mohamad Kreidly, founder and CEO of Sourdough Bakery & Café

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.

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