Hani Mirza at the helm of BMI’s F&B empire
Hani Mirza, Managing Director at Bin Mirza International has the neck for greatness, graduated with honors from Regent’s University, he embarked in a culinary journey running franchise restaurants, cafes and developing a bakery café since 2004 in Oman.
Saleh Bataineh appointed deputy GM at Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas
With over 24 years of experience in luxury hospitality, he brings a wealth of experience from managing luxury properties.
Two new Hyatt hotels slated for the MENA region as part of the chain’s global expansion
The Hyatt hotels include 318-room Andaz Doha, expected to open in late 2022 and Park Hyatt Riyadh Diriyah Gate, expected to open in 2025.
In the kitchen with Omani chef Issa Al Balushi
Chef Issa Al Balushi, head chef of Al Mouj Muscat and Al Mouj Golf Club has over 13 years of experience and is a man of many titles, including president of Oman Chef’s Guild and brand ambassador of A’saffa. Here, he gives us the lowdown on what’s cooking in Oman.
Which villages in MENA made it onto the UNWTO Best Tourism list?
The Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO initiative was launched to advance the role of tourism in safeguarding rural villages.
How NHI Oman is empowering the next generation of chefs
The National Hospitality Institute (NHI) in Oman is providing aspiring chefs with valuable skills to launch their careers. We spoke to the institute’s president, Robert MacLean, to learn more about the local culinary scene and what to expect from Oman’s hospitality sector in the future.
Michel Nader talks hospitality in the family
A third-generation hotelier with 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Michel Nader has worked in France, Lebanon, Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Spain and the UAE. He currently holds the position of area vice president for the UAE at Marriott International.
Bringing interiors to life with SK-Touch Interior Architecture Studio
Sara Khairallah, founder and principal interior architect of SK-Touch Interior Architecture Studio, gives us a sneak peek into her world and tells us how she is bringing interiors to life with her unique style.
Le Phénicien is awarded by l’Académie Libanaise de la Gastronomie
In November, members of l’Académie Libanaise de la Gastronomie organized a lunch at Le Phénicien restaurant (Horch Tabet, Beirut) to award the owner, Habib Hadid, with the Special Price.
Influential restaurateurs at the table
Creating a successful F&B concept in the Middle East is no easy feat, and yet these five restaurateurs make it look effortless. We learn more about their brands and expansion plans.
