Six Senses AlUla KSA set to open in 2027
Six Senses signed a hotel management agreement with AUla Development Company to open Six Senses AlUla in KSA in 2027.
Italian food on the menu with Damiano Ruggeiro GM of Signor Sassi Dubai
Damiano Ruggiero, general manager of Signor Sassi, has Italian food on his mind as he talks about what makes Italian food and his restaurant Signor Sassi stand out in the burgeoning restaurant scene in Dubai.
Lebanese Chef Chadi Karam’s successful new chapter at Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire in Shanghai
Hailing from the vibrant streets of Beirut to Shanghai’s bustling thoroughfares, chef Chadi Karam’s expertise has played a pivotal role in securing a second consecutive Michelin star for Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire.
Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif set to open in Q4 2025
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif in partnership with Al Jumaiah Group. Both properties are set to open in Q4 2025 in the Al Shafa, Taif. The destination is located 2,500 meters above sea level and is known for its historical sites, and panoramic scenic views. The new resorts will play a vital role in supporting Taif’s growing hospitality scene, further cementing IHG’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Salad on the menu with SALATA’s CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh
Guiding us through the inception and evolution of SALATA, CEO Georges Bandar and COO Yara Abou Jaoudeh explain how they managed to create such a successful brand and expand beyond Lebanon.
Trends: religious tourism in KSA with Majed Bukhari, general manager of IHG voco Makkah
voco Makkah’s GM, Majed Bukhari, discusses Makkah’s significance for religious travelers and how the hotel caters to their distinctive needs.
Sweet inspirations with Mott 32’s pastry sous chef Akhil Raj Rajan
Akhil Raj Rajan is the pastry chef of Mott 32 Dubai, a venue recognized in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2023 and a Toque Award winner. Here, the talented chef tells us what sparked his interest in pastry.
A closer look at Atlantis, The Palm’s success with Kym Barter
With three decades of experience in luxury hospitality and food and beverage, Kym Barter has tasted success in a variety of roles. Here, he talks candidly about his high-profile role at Atlantis Dubai.
Unlocking Abu Dhabi’s hospitality future with Eleni Tsolakou, GM of Park Rotana & Park Arjaan by Rotana
Eleni Tsolakou, GM of Park Rotana & Park Arjaan by Rotana, discusses the key to success and sheds light on Abu Dhabi’s vibrant hospitality scene.
