Summer inspiration with Nestlé advisory chef Ali Traboulsi
In an exclusive interview with HN, Nestlé advisory chef Ali Traboulsi talks about his favorite Nestlé products and how to keep summer in the kitchen.
Rotana appoints two new GMs for its Beirut properties
Hamadeh brings 13 years of experience, whereas Nohra has over 20 years. Both will lead Rotana properties in Lebanon.
Seven pastry chefs from the ME to participate in Cacao Barry’s World Chocolate Masters
World Chocolate Masters’ Middle East competition will take place on September 1, whereas the world finals in 2022.
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches new luxury and lifestyle collection brand
Vignette Collection becomes the sixth addition to IHG’s brand portfolio in the past four years, taking it to 17 in total across nearly 6,000 hotels in more than 100 countries.
Aleph Hospitality appoints Jad Shamseddin as its COO for the Middle East
Jad Shamseddin will be responsible for developing Aleph Hospitality’s operations, leading the implementation of operational strategies.
Voco Dubai Palm Jumeirah appoints new General Manager
Having joined the voco brand this summer, Charles Godot will lead the team ahead of the hotel’s opening and drive its performance.
HN meets Shangri-La Group’s Kapil Aggarwal
Following his recent appointment, Aggarwal spoke to HN about the international hotel chain’s development and growth prospects for the region.
The future role of malls in the Middle East
It is clear that the coronavirus has accelerated e-commerce, even in traditional economies of the Middle East. Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, examines the likelihood of malls making a comeback post Covid-19.
Mandarin Oriental opens a new resort in Istanbul
Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul features a range of restaurants and bars, entertainment spaces and a spa.
Luxury on the horizon in KSA
Amid the current global pandemic and travel restrictions, Saudi Arabia remains committed to its Vision 2030 and projects are underway to transform its hospitality offering. Hala Matar Choufany, president, Middle East, Africa and South Asia of HVS, shines a bright light on the kingdom’s luxury resorts and what we can expect to see.