Beirut airport sees passenger recovery as summer travel gains momentum
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport welcomed more than 1.24 million passengers during the first four months of 2026, reinforcing its role as a key gateway for Lebanon’s tourism and hospitality sectors despite ongoing regional challenges.
Director of F&B Fadi Mitri unveils Le Gray’s new chapter in dining and lifestyle hospitality
With the launch of PADAM and QASTI, and the debut of BÒHÉ, Le Gray is entering a new era of culinary excellence. Fadi Mitri, director of F&B at Le Gray Hotel Beirut, shares how the hotel has reimagined its dining experiences to create distinctive destinations that celebrate Beirut’s energy.
Hassan Ezzeldine, CEO of Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon, on the future of retail
From navigating Lebanon’s economic crisis to expanding internationally and embracing artificial intelligence (AI), Hassan Ezzeldine has led Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon through a period of remarkable transformation. In this exclusive interview, he discusses resilience, innovation, sustainability and the future of retail.
HORECA Lebanon Talks spotlight industry’s passion and power
HORECA Lebanon 2025 concluded its 29th edition at Seaside Arena Beirut on April 11, reaffirming its status as the country’s leading hospitality and foodservice industry event.
How women chefs are redefining Lebanon’s culinary landscape
Despite challenges from skepticism to aggression, women chefs are making their mark on Lebanon’s male-dominated culinary scene. We learn more about the attributes women chefs say have helped them to not only succeed but transform their profession.
Beirut-infused indulgence with pastry chef Philip Khoury
Philip Khoury, an award-winning pastry chef and author, is renowned for crafting desserts that honor tradition while embracing innovation and sustainability. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his creation Beirut Chocolate and how chocolate can tell powerful cultural stories by seamlessly blending indulgence, tradition and sustainability.
Setting the stage for HORECA Talks at HORECA Lebanon, 8-11 April
From April 8–11, 2025, Seaside Arena, Beirut, will host the 29th edition of HORECA Lebanon. As the annual business meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries, the event will bring together thousands of professionals for four inspiring days, during which HORECA Talks will take center stage.
HORECA Lebanon 2025 from 8 to 11 April : Powered by passion
HORECA Lebanon continues to serve as an indispensable platform for industry professionals to network, exchange knowledge and showcase their expertise.
Mathieu Greppo at the helm of legendary hotel InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut
In an exclusive interview, Mathieu Greppo reveals his 20-year luxury hospitality journey, his new appointment as general manager of InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut and what projects he has planned for the iconic hotel.
The Malt Gallery marks 10 years with new branch in Saifi, Beirut
The Malt Gallery Experience has officially opened its newest location in the vibrant Saifi district of Beirut. With its innovative concept, The Taste of Discovery, the location is destined to be a must-visit.
