An exclusive talk with Berthold Trenkel – the maestro behind Qatar Vision 2030 

An exclusive talk with Berthold Trenkel – the maestro behind Qatar Vision 2030 

Berthold Trenkel, COO of Qatar Tourism, has more than 20 years of experience in the travel industry. As a transformational leader spearheading Qatar’s operational and implementation strategy, he provides insights on what the future holds for Qatar and reflects on the overall impact of the 2022 World Cup on the country.

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On the couch with Nick Comaty, VP of F&B MEA at Ennismore 

On the couch with Nick Comaty, VP of F&B MEA at Ennismore 

True to his mantra of family over everything, Nick Comaty has managed to make Ennismore his second home. We sat with the accomplished F&B professional to learn more about the brand.

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Breaking tradition with Marc Naaman

Breaking tradition with Marc Naaman

Marc Naaman, the managing partner of KB Food, tells us about his concept Kébi and the challenges he is facing in popularizing a Lebanese favorite.

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Dairy business with Laurent Damiens, COO of CNIEL

Dairy business with Laurent Damiens, COO of CNIEL

Laurent Damiens, COO of CNIEL, sheds light on the current trends in dairy and explores sustainability and innovation within the industry. 

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Unlocking the secrets to the success of Em Sherif with Mireille Hayek 

Unlocking the secrets to the success of Em Sherif with Mireille Hayek 

Mireille Hayek is an intuitive, spontaneous and meticulous restaurateur. However, she doesn’t take success for granted. In this exclusive interview, Hayek shares her story and what drives her ambition.  

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Breaking sourdough bread with Ghadi Aouad

Breaking sourdough bread with Ghadi Aouad

Ghadi Aouad, a 27-year-old Lebanese-Brazilian hotelier-turned-baker and entrepreneur, successfully launched Masa (con mi) Madre, his bread concept, a couple of years ago. Here, he talks about his journey and what he’s planning in 2023.

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Unlocking the potential of Scottish exports with James Keating

Unlocking the potential of Scottish exports with James Keating

In an exclusive interview conducted at Gulfood earlier this month, James Keating, regional director of the Middle East and head of consumer industries EMEA of Scottish Development International (SDI), gave us the lowdown on Scottish exports and expansion plans in the region.

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Making it big in the retail world with Hassan Ezzeldine, CEO of Spinneys

Making it big in the retail world with Hassan Ezzeldine, CEO of Spinneys

Having entered the retail space with a convenience store, Hassan Ezzeldine is now at the helm Lebanon’s supermarket powerhouse Spinneys. In an exclusive interview with Hospitality News ME, he describes the company’s formidable position amid challenging market conditions, what drives him as a leader and why he’s optimistic about the future.

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La dolce vita with world gelato master Eugenio Morrone

La dolce vita with world gelato master Eugenio Morrone

Having earned his place in the Gelato Festival World Ranking’s Hall of Fame, gelato master Eugenio Morrone knows what it takes to make the best Italian ice cream. Earlier this year, he guided the juniors to victory in the World Pastry Championship at SIGEP, where he proudly managed the Italian teams. We spoke with Morrone at the renowned dolce, gelato and coffee event, which took place at Fiera di Rimini from January 20-25, 2023, to hear about his rise to the top and what’s trending in gelato.

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A theatrical dining experience with Antonio Lopez

A theatrical dining experience with Antonio Lopez

With a mantra of “life is short, do what you love,” Antonio Lopez, Teatro Restaurant’s executive sous chef, did just that. He left a career in engineering to pursue his passion for culinary arts, finding his place at Rotana Abu Dhabi’s star restaurant. Here, he gives us a glimpse into Teatro and what makes it such a phenomenal success.

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