Celebrating Holiday Inn Suites Kuwait Salmiya’s milestone
As Holiday Inn Suites Kuwait Salmiya marks 20 years, general manager Saif Edeen Mohamad discusses extended stay comfort, diverse dining experiences and prime seaside location.
The growing appetite for plant-based cuisine
Once regarded as niche or limiting, plant-based dishes are now appearing on mainstream menus thanks to broader wellness trends and changing eating habits. Abdul Kader Saadi, founder and managing director at Eighty6, examines how hospitality professionals are rethinking their approach to this increasingly in-demand, maturing segment.
Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi on why Ajman offers a unique UAE stay
Ajman is carving a niche as a charming UAE destination with a distinct identity, combining warm Emirati hospitality, cultural attractions and coastal beauty. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, director general of Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media, explains why the emirate is an ideal choice for travelers seeking genuine connections and leisurely paced, meaningful experiences.
Saudi women in leadership with Maram Kokandi
Saudi hotel leader Maram Kokandi has a strong operational and commercial background. Passionate about people development and delivering sustainable results, the hotel manager at JW Marriott shares her perspective on women in leadership.
An authentic expression of Tuscany with MICHELIN-starred chef Matteo Temperini
MICHELIN-starred chef Matteo Temperini, executive chef of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, is celebrated for refined, ingredient-driven cuisine rooted in authenticity. With a deep respect for Italian culinary heritage, he brought a taste of Tuscany to Rosewood Abu Dhabi briefly.
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.
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.
Crafting purpose through pastry with Valérie Kassardjian Danoux
From finance to flour, Valérie Kassardjian Danoux founded Délicieuses, crafting refined pastries inspired by France, Switzerland and Lebanon.
Three mother daughter culinary duos continuing family legacies
This Mother’s Day, we celebrate remarkable mothers who turned culinary passion into lasting legacies, inspiring daughters to carry forward family traditions with creativity and dedication.
