Lebanon’s hotel sector in focus with Roy Bou Gharios, GM of voco Beirut
Roy Bou Gharios, general manager of voco Beirut Central District & DIA Hospitality, gives us the lowdown on Lebanon’s hospitality industry and voco’s role in its transformation.
HORECA Lebanon Talks spotlight industry’s passion and power
HORECA Lebanon 2025 concluded its 29th edition at Seaside Arena Beirut on April 11, reaffirming its status as the country’s leading hospitality and foodservice industry event.
How women chefs are redefining Lebanon’s culinary landscape
Despite challenges from skepticism to aggression, women chefs are making their mark on Lebanon’s male-dominated culinary scene. We learn more about the attributes women chefs say have helped them to not only succeed but transform their profession.
Giovanni Bolandrini on taking Egypt’s F&B scene by storm
From April 8–11, 2025, Seaside Arena, Beirut, will host the 29th edition of HORECA Lebanon. As the annual business meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries, the event will bring together thousands of professionals for four inspiring days, during which HORECA Talks will take center stage.
Behind the scenes at Souchet Chocolatier with Tania Ezzedine
Lebanese artisan chocolatier Souchet was recently acquired by Merit Invest (CMA CGM Group). We caught up with Tania Ezzedine, deputy general manager of Merit Invest, to explore the vision behind the acquisition, the significance of the brand’s first chocolate boutique in Beirut and what’s in the pipeline.
Redefining hospitality with Said Daher, CEO of AZADEA
A prominent leader in the retail and hospitality sectors, Said Daher, CEO of AZADEA Group and co-founder of Lets Celebrate, is known for his strategic vision, Daher has expanded AZADEA’s regional footprint.
Dima Saleh Hachwi, director of the Issam Hachwi Bakery School, on training tomorrow’s talent
With all eyes on Lebanon’s culinary scene, we shine a spotlight on ‘Mama Dia’ and her efforts to provide next-gen bakers with both industry training and life skills.
Why it pays to think bold and big in hospitality brand-building with Rabih Fakhreddine
Rabih Fakhreddine, founder and group CEO of 7 Management, on seeking out opportunities and never standing still.
Beirut-infused indulgence with pastry chef Philip Khoury
Philip Khoury, an award-winning pastry chef and author, is renowned for crafting desserts that honor tradition while embracing innovation and sustainability. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his creation Beirut Chocolate and how chocolate can tell powerful cultural stories by seamlessly blending indulgence, tradition and sustainability.
Setting the stage for HORECA Talks at HORECA Lebanon, 8-11 April
From April 8–11, 2025, Seaside Arena, Beirut, will host the 29th edition of HORECA Lebanon. As the annual business meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries, the event will bring together thousands of professionals for four inspiring days, during which HORECA Talks will take center stage.
