Bonavida’s Bar Manager, Nerses Makhdoumian, Wins the Beirut City of Life Bartending Competition
Nicknamed the “Nero” of Bonavida, Nerses Makhdoumian recently won the Beirut City Of Life Bartending Competition by Taste & Flavors magazine, which took place on December 20 at Train Station, Beirut. We sat down with the champion to discuss this achievement and his aspirations.
5 Minutes with Philippe Francois
Philippe Francois, president of AMFORHT, talks about how the NGO went from being an initiative of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to being granted special consultative status by the United Nations in 2017.
Three Generations Of Coffee Makers And Still Going Strong
Christian Salloum, managing director at BrandPortunity F&B Consulting, talks about the legendary Café Younes brand.
The Lowdown on Malak al Tawouk with CEO Joseph Sami Saade
Since opening in 1996, Malak al Tawouk has gone from strength to strength. Now, the Lebanese fast-food chain has entered the European market. Joseph Sami Saade, the firm’s CEO, tells us more.
The UAE launches a Unified Tourism Identity Strategy
The announcement is an exciting and significant milestone, which elevates the country’s reputation as a unique and diverse travel destination.
Five Minutes with Rami Sayess of Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay
A veteran hotelier with an impeccable track record in the hospitality industry and over 15 years’ experience with the Four Seasons brand, Rami Sayess begins his new chapter in Bahrain with regional responsibilities overseeing several Four Seasons hotels and resorts in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Piaget graces Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai with a unique Christmas tree
The six-metre high tree stands on the hotel’s outdoor terrace and immerses guests in the world of Piaget’s traditional craftsmanship.
Nothing will stop us from reviving Beirut, the City of Life
Following August 4th Beirut blast, a group of volunteers has come together to create the “Beirut, City of Life” initiative with the support and the collaboration of the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafes, and Nightclubs & Pastries and different entities and businesses in Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael to relaunch and revive an area well known to be the beating heart of Beirut.
Arthaus Hotel: for the Love of Beirut
Nabil Debs and his wife, Zoe, left the comfort of Europe for the “chaos” of Beirut. Together, they recently opened Arthaus boutique hotel, which celebrates their love of art and their fascination with the Bauhaus movement.
