Stephan Schupbach on Chedi Hospitality’s unbound approach to luxury hospitality

Stephan Schupbach on Chedi Hospitality’s unbound approach to luxury hospitality

In a buoyant regional market, Chedi Hospitality is expanding its presence through a growth strategy rooted in authentic luxury and cultural stewardship. CEO Stephan Schupbach tells HN how the group is curating experiences that go beyond simple stays to give high-end guests a deeper sense of connection and place.

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The surge in Aussie red meat exports across the MENA region

The surge in Aussie red meat exports across the MENA region

Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.

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Why travel technology is a get ahead or get left behind moment

Why travel technology is a get ahead or get left behind moment

Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.

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Youssef Akiki’s next cut: A steakhouse and butchery in Lebanon

Youssef Akiki’s next cut: A steakhouse and butchery in Lebanon

Youssef Akiki, owner of Brût and president of Disciples Escoffier Lebanon, is a prominent figure in Lebanon’s culinary scene. As he prepares to open a new steakhouse and butchery in Antelias, he reflects on creativity, balance and the milestones that shaped his year.

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Heritage forward renovations with Aradhana Khowala, CEO of Aptamind Partners

Heritage forward renovations with Aradhana Khowala, CEO of Aptamind Partners

Aradhana Khowala, CEO of Aptamind Partners, shares perspectives on restoring historic assets with purpose, grounding design in place, culture and community while creating meaningful guest experiences..

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How head chef Marc Mahfouz quietly redefined excellence at MILA

How head chef Marc Mahfouz quietly redefined excellence at MILA

Marc Mahfouz, head chef at MILA, Rosewood Hotel Doha, reveals how his disciplined, memory-driven cuisine transformed homegrown experimentation into Bib Gourmand recognized excellence.

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Redefining the hotel’s next chapter with Andre Saade, GM at Radisson Blu Minhal

Redefining the hotel’s next chapter with Andre Saade, GM at Radisson Blu Minhal

Andre Saade, general manager at Radisson Blu Minhal, shares how strategic rebranding, culinary precision and renewed event focus reshaped the hotel’s market position.

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Al Khawajat Group: Celebrating lebanese cuisine from peak to coast

Al Khawajat Group: Celebrating lebanese cuisine from peak to coast

From mountain hospitality to urban dining and coastal seafood, the Al Khawajat Group’s concepts reflect Lebanon’s diverse landscape and rich culinary heritage.

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Refining the kingdom’s culinary scene with consultant chef Nicolas Isnard

Refining the kingdom’s culinary scene with consultant chef Nicolas Isnard

Nicolas Isnard, consultant chef at House of Grill at Fairmont Riyadh, reflects on the kingdom’s culinary scene, redefining luxury hospitality through experience, emotion and cultural identity.

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Meet Mazen Assaf, the olive oil sommelier with a vision

Meet Mazen Assaf, the olive oil sommelier with a vision

Founded by olive oil sommelier Mazen Assaf, The Olive Oil Guy revives Mediterranean craft by sourcing exceptional oils and empowering people to taste, cook and live better. From the Levant to London, Mazen Assaf is leading an olive oil renaissance rooted in Arab heritage and global excellence.

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