Tony Leonardi appointed chef de cuisine of Carna by Dario Cecchini
Born and raised in Paris, France, Cecchini began his culinary journey at the age of 18, having been inspired by his love for the art of cooking and great produce, a decision that was greatly supported by his mentors and master chefs Christian Etchebest, Yves Camdeborde and Jean Francois Piege.
Passion for perfection with Rocco Seminara, corporate executive chef of Bagatelle Group
Rocco Seminara, the corporate executive chef of Bagatelle Group, is a passionate advocate of nature and a perfectionist at heart. Here, he takes time out of his busy schedule to share histhoughts on the trends shaping the Saudi food scene and what makes Bagatelle so appealing.
Accor to open three projects with Rua Al Madinah Holding in Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Accor is set to open three properties in the upcoming project by Rua Al Madinah Holding Company in Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The project includes a 142-key Fairmont hotel and 120 Fairmont-branded residences, in addition to a 466-key Swissôtel and a 328-key Novotel.
For the love of nature and travel with Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco
As chef-patron of the three-Michelin-starred French riviera restaurant Mirazur, chef Mauro Colagreco is refining Dubai’s Beach Bar and Grill and Celebrities to create an exceptional experience with simplicity and charm. We learn more about the concept and how he’s bringing something new to the table.
Shooting Michelin stars with British chef Tom Aikens
Tom Aikens is one of the most accomplished and inspiring chefs in the world. In this exclusive interview, we discover what led him to a career in the kitchen and how he runs his restaurants.
Kitchen talk with Lucas Glanville, senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Raised in a “food-focused” family, Lucas Glanville was inspired by his mother to pursue a culinary career while he was still in high school. He studied culinary arts at a London catering college before joining the Michelin-star restaurant Le Gavroche and subsequently joining Browns Restaurant Melbourn, an award-winning restaurant. Here, the senior executive chef of Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre shares his insights into the Saudi culinary scene and how he is tackling the issue of sustainability in the kitchen.
Nusret Gökçe on why eating should be exciting and how success serves as motivation
From humble beginnings that involved traveling abroad to learn his trade on borrowed money and with no language skills, Nusret Gökçe (aka Salt Bae) is now a world-famous chef and owner of the hugely popular luxury steakhouse brand Nusr-Et and #Saltbae burger restaurants, found around the globe.
In this open and honest interview, the internet sensation tells HN what he thinks sets his luxury dining experience apart from others and how a determination to be the best at what he does is enough to stop complacency from setting in.
Chedi Hegra to open in AlUla this year
The Chedi Hegra is slated to open in AlUla later this year, boasting 35 guest rooms connected to the Hegra landscape and three fine-dining restaurants, a cafe, spa and pool.
Patrick Khoueiry appointed new executive chef of Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut
Mövenpick Hotel & Resort Beirut has appointed acclaimed chef Patrick Khoueiry as its new executive chef.