Hospitality Mastermind Jean-Claude Ghosn’s Untimely Passing
Jean-Claude Ghosn, the man behind Ghia Holding — a brand which counts Abd el Wahab, DUO, Ahwak, Fabrk, and El Denye Hek among its F&B concepts — has sadly passed away.
Tony Ramy’s Mission to Save Lebanon’s Restaurant Sector
Tony Ramy, president of the Syndicate of Owners of Restaurants, Cafés, Night-Clubs and Pastries in Lebanon, carries the weight of the restaurant industry on his shoulders as he tries to entangle the web of problems that it finds itself caught in. In this exclusive interview, Ramy discusses the unprecedented challenges and the possibility of recovery.
The Lebanese Tourism Sector in Turmoil
The Lebanese Federation for Tourism organized a gathering on Tuesday 25 August at noon, in Mar Mkhayel, in solidarity with all those who were affected by Beirut’s port explosion.
Cidra: The Lebanese cider brand on a mission
Sadaka believes that the crisis in Lebanon has created an opportunity for Lebanese consumers to start focusing more on local products.
Majid Al Futtaim Shopping Malls launch ‘Ya Beirut’ donation initiative
The initiative underlines Majid Al Futtaim’s commitment to supporting the markets in which it operates and being a responsible corporate citizen.
The world stands in solidarity with Lebanon
World leaders pledged more than 250 million euros in a virtual conference hosted by France. The emergency aid will be delivered “directly” to the people.
Lebanese icon BO18 set to launch Dubai in Q1 2021
Established in 1998, BO18 was named the ‘Berghain of Beirut’ in response to its revolution of the underground music scene in Lebanon.
Lebanon’s hospitality and F&B industry in a final shout
Ramy said that even though the tourism industry generated USD 80 billion within ten years, the government did not lead any initiative towards supporting it.
InterContinental Le Vendôme Beirut sold, to cease operating as an InterContinental branded hotel
As one of the world’s leading hotel companies, we remain committed to Lebanon and continue to operate IHG branded hotels in the country, including InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut.
Sunset Hospitality Group opens first Azure Beach Resort in Beirut
The resort will include apartment options for short and long-stay guests, membership packages and benefits, a grand pool and children’s pool.
