A touch of Provencal charm with chef Rita Yazbek

A touch of Provencal charm with chef Rita Yazbek

Chef Rita Yazbek’s culinary journey in the world of hospitality and gastronomy is nothing short of inspiring. Having worked alongside renowned chefs like Adrien Trouilloud and Alain Ducasse, she played an instrumental role in the success of SUD Restobar, which she co-founded. Yazbek is now embarking on an exciting culinary adventure with her new project Cezanne in Dbayeh, just outside Beirut. We find out more about the venue that exudes Provencal charm.

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5 minutes with Etienne Sabbagh the visionary behind Baron

5 minutes with Etienne Sabbagh the visionary behind Baron

Etienne Sabbagh, owner of Baron restaurant, Beirut, has 23 years of expertise in F&B and operations management. In an exclusive interview he reveals the recipe for success.

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Hospitality in Oman with Mehmet Tunç Müstecaplıoğlu

Hospitality in Oman with Mehmet Tunç Müstecaplıoğlu

A passionate hotelier, Mehmet Tunç Müstecaplıoğlu, area general manager of Orascom Hotels Management – Oman Hotels, strives to train managers and colleagues to take the next step and grow prosperously in their careers. In this exclusive interview, he shares his hospitality experiences in Oman. 

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Talking hospitality with William E. Heinecke, chairman and founder of Minor International

Talking hospitality with William E. Heinecke, chairman and founder of Minor International

William (Bill) Heinecke is the driving force behind Minor International. Here, we learn more about how his visionary spirit, unwavering commitment and hands-on management style have contributed to the success of the hotel group.  

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Adib Maksoud joins TONE Europe as sales manager for MEA

Adib Maksoud joins TONE Europe as sales manager for MEA

Adib Maksoud, a dedicated expert with 23 years of experience in the coffee industry, has joined TONE Europe GmbH as its sales manager for the Middle East and Africa region.

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In the kitchen with influential chefs in the Middle East

In the kitchen with influential chefs in the Middle East

In today’s dynamic culinary landscape, a host of rising talents are igniting a new wave of creativity in the kitchen.

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Guillaume Ferraz brings the vibrancy of day life to Sunset Hospitality Group

Guillaume Ferraz brings the vibrancy of day life to Sunset Hospitality Group

Guillaume Ferraz, managing director of the Sunset Hospitality Group Daylife division, oversees the group’s beachfront and pool experiences. He brings two decades of experience to the role, spanning beach club and restaurant operations, overall team management and leadership, as well as strategic and commercial execution. Here, he discusses SHG’s day-life destinations and reflects on his career path

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Embarking on a new adventure in Doha with Amjad Audat

Embarking on a new adventure in Doha with Amjad Audat

As the newly appointed general manager of Le Méridien City Center Doha, Amjad Audat is an expert in strategic planning for hospitality organizations. Here, he tells us more about his career and plans for the property.

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Luxury-infused guest experiences with Zaid Mashini

Luxury-infused guest experiences with Zaid Mashini

Zaid Mashini, a visionary leader, discusses his recent appointment as hotel manager of IHG Jordan and unveils his vision for the future of the property.

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60 seconds with Charles Fisher, GM of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence

60 seconds with Charles Fisher, GM of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence

An intrepid globetrotter, tenacious problem solver and luxury hospitality aficionado, Charles Fisher wears the various hats of a hotelier with ease. He brings more than two decades of experience to his current role as general manager of Four Seasons Cairo at First Residence, where we caught up with him for an exclusive interview.  

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