Anantara’s Ras Al Khaimah resort set to launch in UAE in Q4 2023
Anantara resort is set to launch in the UAE later this year. Now in the final stages of development, Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort will open in Q4 and will be the brand’s ninth property in the UAE.
60 seconds with executive chef Moath Muneer Mohammed Hamdan of Amman Rotana
Chef Moath Muneer Mohammed Hamdan recently joined Amman Rotana from The Chedi El Gouna Hotel & Resort, Hurghada, bringing with him over 21 years of valuable experience in the hospitality industry. We learn more about how he is wholeheartedly committed to enhancing Amman Rotana’s culinary offerings.
St. Regis Gardens Dubai’s latest world-class dining destination
The St. Regis Gardens, situated atop Nakheel Mall and managed by The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, is an exciting new project that is set to redefine the dining experience. The luxury destination will showcase a collection of five restaurants, each offering a distinct culinary experience.
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.
Five minutes with pastry chef extraordinaire Karim Bourgi
Karim Bourgi describes himself as a hard-working, passionate chef, a foodie at heart and a gourmand dreamer. Based in Dubai, he is co-founder of KAYU Bakehouse, a member of Les Toques Blanches du Monde and the International Cheese Guild, as well as a brand ambassador for Elle & Vire, Valrhona, Carpigiani Italia and RATIONAL. Here, we discover what drives his passion.
Chedi Hegra to open in AlUla this year
The Chedi Hegra is slated to open in AlUla later this year, boasting 35 guest rooms connected to the Hegra landscape and three fine-dining restaurants, a cafe, spa and pool.
5 minutes with Jordanian top chef Ali Ghzawi
In an exclusive interview with Hospitality News ME, Ali Ghzawi, Jordanian patron chef of Alee restaurant and former winner of MBC Arabia’s Top Chef (2019), shares his story and ambitions for the future.
Catch of the day: Seafood trends
International cuisine has transformed beyond recognition in recent decades. Greater exposure to cuisines from farflung corners of the world, via digital platforms such as social media, has introduced us to new dining concepts that meant little to us just a few years ago. With this in mind, Abdul Kader Saadi, founder and managing director of Eighty6 Shop, gives us the lowdown on seafood and why it is becoming more popular by the hour.
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.
