Expanding Ishraq Hospitality’s horizons with CEO Richard Haddad

Expanding Ishraq Hospitality’s horizons with CEO Richard Haddad

At the helm of Ishraq Hospitality, Richard Haddad is focused on driving the company’s growth with its vast hotel portfolio and regional expansion as well as tackling the sustainability predicament. We sat with the CEO to learn more about his plans for the company.

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Tony Leonardi appointed chef de cuisine of Carna by Dario Cecchini

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.

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A view from the top with award-winning chef Aïmen Samhoud

A view from the top with award-winning chef Aïmen Samhoud

French Tunisian chef Aïmen Samhoud, winner of MBC Top Chef 2022, now leads the kitchen at Fairmont Grand Hotel Genève. He firmly believes that the key to success lies in approaching everything with love and passion. With over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality, he reflects on his remarkable journey and how he won the 2022 edition of MBC Top Chef.

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KSA in the limelight with Maher Abou Nasr, IHG hotels & resorts’ VP of operations

KSA in the limelight with Maher Abou Nasr, IHG hotels & resorts’ VP of operations

Maher Abou Nasr, vice president of operations, IHG Hotels & Resorts in KSA, shares his insight into Saudi Arabia’s hotel industry and IHG’s ambitions in the KSA market.

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Passion for perfection with Rocco Seminara, corporate executive chef of Bagatelle Group

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.

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Wrapping up the FHS 2023, Saudi Arabia with Jonathan Worsley

Wrapping up the FHS 2023, Saudi Arabia with Jonathan Worsley

Passionate about bringing the hospitality industry together and being a change catalyst through showcasing innovation and thought leadership, Jonathan Worsley, chairman and CEO of The Bench, thrives on connecting professionals, driving progress and shaping the future of the industry with his trade shows. 

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Behind GRIF KSA with Jennifer Pettinger-Haines, The Bench’s managing director of the Middle East

Behind GRIF KSA with Jennifer Pettinger-Haines, The Bench’s managing director of the Middle East

We sat with Jennifer Pettinger-Haines, The Bench’s managing director of the Middle East to get the lowdown GRIF.

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Sipping wine with Raimond Tomson director of Barents Wine Collectors

Sipping wine with Raimond Tomson director of Barents Wine Collectors

Named A.S.I. Best Sommelier of the World in 2023, Raimond Tomson wine director of Barents Wine Collectors, is a force to be reckoned with in the wine world. In this exclusive interview, he reveals what it takes to be the best in the game and his upcoming plans.

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Accor to open three projects with Rua Al Madinah Holding in Madinah, Saudi Arabia

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.

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Sustainability on the menu with Enrico Bartolini, Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef

Sustainability on the menu with Enrico Bartolini, Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef

Chef Enrico Bartolini’s five restaurants have a total of nine Michelin stars, making him Italy’s most Michelin-starred chef. In this exclusive interview, the accomplished chef tells us how he managed to open his first restaurant in Lombardy at the tender age of 25 and how he is currently managing thirty fine-dining and casual restaurants.

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