A culinary carnival with Joelson dos Santos, head chef at La Cocina Mezcla
Melding native ingredients with African, Indigenous and European influences, Brazil’s gastronomy is a flavorful mix of contrasts. Joelson dos Santos, head chef at La Cocina Mezcla and specialist in Nikkei and Brazilian cuisine, has more on this South American culinary fusion-fest that refuses to stand still.
The healthy food trends shaping 2026
With wellness and nutrition now at the heart of everyday living, consumers are paying much closer attention to what they eat. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, serves up an appetizing digest of the varied offerings transforming this growing market segment, from flexitarian diets and fermented delicacies to functional snacks.
Starry futures: training for Michelin excellence
In the fast-paced culinary world, where trends shift daily and competition is fierce, the pursuit of brilliance has become both a philosophy and a necessity. With a Michelin star to his name, chef Luigi Taglienti is no stranger to scaling professional heights. Here, he reveals what’s needed to achieve true greatness in the kitchen, from skill and discipline to creative courage.
Hospitality training: tourism’s smartest investment
World-class infrastructure certainly helps to attract visitors, but trained hospitality staff turn first-time tourists into loyal returnees and ambassadors. Nicolas Nasra, head of hotel advisory, hospitality & tourism at Colliers in MENA, explains why investing in people is fundamental to building a sustainable, profitable tourism industry.
How to serve up a complete culinary education
Extending well beyond technique and theory, a comprehensive culinary education requires students to truly understand the historical, cultural and sociological forces that shape what we eat.
How to lead teams with EI and AI
While artificial intelligence is more than capable of handling your systems, emotional intelligence is what will inspire your people. Mark Dickinson, of Done! Hospitality Training Solutions, explains why mastering this balancing act will help to bring out the best in your workforce.