A closer look at Club Med with David Vely

A closer look at Club Med with David Vely

David Vely, vice president development – Middle East, Africa and India, provides a unique look behind the scenes at Club Med.

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Institute of Business Administration and Mon Liban d’Azur celebrate a promising collaboration

Institute of Business Administration and Mon Liban d’Azur celebrate a promising collaboration

IGE hosted Ambassador of France to Lebanon, H.E. Hervé Magro, and Consul Julien Bouchard at a memorable event with USJ vice-rectors on January 18, 2024, at the Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ).

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Beyond ‘Alya’ with Rabih Daher, CEO of Global Catering Services

Beyond ‘Alya’ with Rabih Daher, CEO of Global Catering Services

Rabih Daher, CEO of Global Catering Services, recently inaugurated Alya Restaurant, an upscale venue situated in Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi. Here, he shares details about the company behind it.

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A touch of Provencal charm with chef Rita Yazbek

A touch of Provencal charm with chef Rita Yazbek

Chef Rita Yazbek’s culinary journey in the world of hospitality and gastronomy is nothing short of inspiring. Having worked alongside renowned chefs like Adrien Trouilloud and Alain Ducasse, she played an instrumental role in the success of SUD Restobar, which she co-founded. Yazbek is now embarking on an exciting culinary adventure with her new project Cezanne in Dbayeh, just outside Beirut. We find out more about the venue that exudes Provencal charm.

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Discussing Peru’s vibrant gastronomy with Yasmina Yared

Discussing Peru’s vibrant gastronomy with Yasmina Yared

Yasmina Yared is the woman behind Cinco, the first Peruvian restaurant in the Middle East, Sapa and Sofita. Here, she talks about her relationship with South American cuisine and why Peruvian food is still in demand.

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Le Cordon Bleu to open an institute in Riyadh by the end of 2023

Le Cordon Bleu to open an institute in Riyadh by the end of 2023

Le Cordon Bleu will also propose a program dedicated to Saudi Arabian cuisine, to highlight the local ingredients, flavors and gastronomy.

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In the spotlight: Mayada Badr, CEO of KSA’s Culinary Arts Authority

In the spotlight: Mayada Badr, CEO of KSA’s Culinary Arts Authority

Even though she lives by the moment, her new life motto is ‘Enjoy simple pleasures that could be so rewarding, as simple as enjoying a meal with a piece of bread.

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UNWTO calling for gastronomy startups

UNWTO calling for gastronomy startups

A global initiative dedicated to identifying new companies that will lead the transformation of the gastronomic tourism sector.

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Few days separate Lebanon from the annual gastronomy celebration

Few days separate Lebanon from the annual gastronomy celebration

The Beirut Cooking Festival and the Salon du Chocolat Beirut return to BIEL from 16-18 November for their seventh and fourth editions respectively. The shows welcome chefs, experts and professionals, who will share their passion for food, drink and lifestyle with more than 15,000 visitors over the course of three...

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First international Meze Festival in Turkey

First international Meze Festival in Turkey

Kasr Fakhreddine, a Lebanese restauranr that have been servicing guests for over 40 years, showcased its Lebanese Meze at the first International Meze Festival which took place on Saturday, October 14 at the Akra Hotels in Antalya, Turkey. ‘Meze’ originated in the Middle East, it’s a selection of small dishes...

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