GM Nikolaos Kaloudis on shaping Fairmont Amman’s next chapter
As its newly appointed general manager, Nikolaos Kaloudis is committed to elevating Fairmont Amman through innovation, cultural authenticity and exceptional service. Here, the visionary hospitality leader tells us how creating memorable journeys synonymous with modern luxury is at the heart of his plans for guests.
Seasonality, terroir and the evolution of Japanese dining in Amman
José Canals has been with Barceló Hotel Group for over a decade and is credited with leading expansion plans in North Africa and the Mediterranean. We find out more about the largest Spanish hotel group in the MENA region from the dynamic managing director for the Middle East, Mediterranean and Asia.
BBQ Bros signs landmark expansion deal across KSA and Jordan
From a single concept rooted in Lebanon, BBQ Bros has grown into an international lifestyle brand built around open-fire hospitality. Now, founder Mario Aoun is taking the brand into two dynamic regional markets through an ambitious partnership that marks a bold new chapter in the company’s story.
3 specialists on why sparkling water is making a splash
Sparkling water is today considered a go-to ingredient for bartenders worldwide, adding fizziness, lightness, texture, balance and even drama to many of our favorite cocktails and mocktails. Three experts tell HN how they use sparkling water to take their beverages to the next level.
Making greater things happen in Jordan with Majöra
Mario Jr. Appiani, Jonas Low and Raed Khoury, the masterminds behind MAJöRA Wine & Cocktails, are revolutionizing Jordan’s hospitality scene. We sat down with them to learn more about how the three partners have combined their varied F&B journeys to create an exciting, culturally diverse dining experience.
Keeping it local with chef Sally Hurst
Sally Hurst, a chef, explorer and writer, specializes in seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine. Here, she shares her insights.
Five minutes with Abed Al Mo’een Abu Zaid, marketing manager of Defaf Al-Nahrayn for Food Industries and Beverages
Abed Al Mo’een Abu Zaid, marketing manager of Defaf Al-Nahrayn for Food Industries and Beverages, explores Matrix’s challenges in Jordan, the importance of sponsoring events like HORECA and the impact of market trends.
Inside the “Everything App” with Farah Odeh, GM of Careem
Careem has significantly expanded since its launch in 2012. Farah Odeh, general manager of Careem in Jordan, discusses the company, which is often referred to as the “Everything App.”
In the kitchen with influential chefs in the Middle East
In today’s dynamic culinary landscape, a host of rising talents are igniting a new wave of creativity in the kitchen.
Ramadan trends in the Middle East
Three accomplished chefs take us on a culinary tour around the Middle East, sharing Ramadan food trends and essential menu items.