Aline Kamakian on preserving Armenian heritage through worldwide hospitality
From a family table in Beirut to international acclaim, Aline Kamakian, founder and CEO of Fig Holding, has built Mayrig into a global ambassador for Armenian cuisine. A chef whose work extends from disciplined expansion to humanitarian service, she reflects here on preservation, purpose and an upcoming surprise for Lebanon.
Eye on Armenia
Brimming with flavors, textures and colors, Armenian cuisine reflects the many historical, geographical and cultural factors that combine to give it a unique identity. Aline Kamakian, founder and CEO of Fig Holding, shines a spotlight on the indigenous ingredients, traditional cooking methods and age-old customs that help to ensure countless national dishes remain as popular today as ever, at home and abroad.
VAGA by OY Hospitality, where Armenian and Arabic cuisine converge
Unveiled as OY Hospitality’s newest concept, VAGA, an upscale bar-restaurant concept, has opened its doors in Bluewaters Island UAE, offering guests contemporary Arabic and Armenian cuisines, drawing on a lifetime of heritage and traditions.
