Japan crowned winner of the 2023 Pastry World Cup
Held this year at Sirha – Lyon, the 18th Pastry World Cup ended with Japan winning the coveted top spot, followed by Italy and France. The Japanese team, which comprised Moe Takahashi, Naritoshi Suzuka and Yusaku Shibata’s, was commended for its outstanding technical skills and originality.
Dubai named number one global destination in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for second consecutive year
Dubai named number one global destination in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for second consecutive year
It’s a wrap! 2022 highlights with Tony Ramy
Through his restaurant group and his work as president of Lebanon’s RNCP Syndicate, Tony Ramy has dedicated his life to championing Lebanon as a tourist destination. We sat down with the restaurateur to reflect on the past year and discuss what’s on the horizon.
Just Japanese: stories with chef Dave Mangiliman
Dave Mangiliman, executive chef of Origami Sushi, is a food storyteller who uses Japanese cuisine to convey his love and passion for this craft. Here, he shares his insights on the latest trends to watch and explains the secrets to success.
Talking tourism in Lebanon with H.E. Walid Nassar, Minister of Tourism
While Lebanon’s economic and political woes have been well publicized, its rich hospitality offering has managed to navigate even the most challenging waters. We spoke with Minister of Tourism for Lebanon, H.E. Walid Nassar, to hear what the ministry has accomplished in 2022 and what’s on the horizon for the small Mediterranean country.
A fine-dining street food experience with Khadija Kumcheang
In the kitchen of Hikina restaurant, sous chef Khadija Kumcheang takes us on a culinary journey to the Far East.
KSA in the spotlight with Maher Abou Nasr
In an interview for Hospitality News ME, Hodema consulting services sat down with Maher Abou Nasr, vice president of operations, IHG Hotels & Resorts in KSA, to get the lowdown on Saudi Arabia’s hotel industry and IHG’s position in the KSA market.
Kitchen talk with chef Bojan Cirjanic
Having made his mark in the world of culinary arts, Bojan Cirjanic, executive chef of Folly Dubai, tells us about his life in the kitchen and the UAE’s burgeoning restaurant scene.
View from the top with industry powerhouse Panchali Mahendra
FHS Dubai guest speaker Panchali Mahendra, an industry powerhouse and Michelin star-restaurateur, took time out to sit with HN and talk about trends, her journey to the top and how she was able to transform Atelier House into a profitable firm.
Midar restaurant is set to become Kuwait’s premium seafood restaurant
Located in The Avenues, Kuwait City, Midar offers a sophisticated yet nostalgic seafood experience that draws inspiration from Kuwait’s golden era of the 1960s and 1970s, a time of prosperity in design and culture.
