Karolina Paliszewska appointed new multi-property GM of Delta Hotels

Karolina Paliszewska appointed new multi-property GM of Delta Hotels

Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach has appointed Karolina Paliszewska as its multi-property general manager. In her new role, Paliszewska will oversee all operations and facilities at three key Marriott properties, including Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeriah Beach, Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road and Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Dubai.

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A passion for hospitality with Krystel Irani hotel manager Four Seasons Hotel DIFC

A passion for hospitality with Krystel Irani hotel manager Four Seasons Hotel DIFC

Krystel Irani, the passionate, people-driven hospitality leader at the helm of the Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, believes that people are capable of anything once they believe in themselves. In this interview, the talented hotel manager discusses her journey to the top and what she has planned for the property.

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Unlocking the secrets to the success of Em Sherif with Mireille Hayek 

Unlocking the secrets to the success of Em Sherif with Mireille Hayek 

Mireille Hayek is an intuitive, spontaneous and meticulous restaurateur. However, she doesn’t take success for granted. In this exclusive interview, Hayek shares her story and what drives her ambition.  

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Changing the food narrative with Emma Banks, Hilton’s VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA

Changing the food narrative with Emma Banks, Hilton’s VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA

As a seasoned hotelier and F&B expert, Emma Banks, VP of F&B strategy and development EMEA at Hilton, tells us how the brand is securing a better future for professionals thanks to initiatives.

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View from the top with Eleni Tsolakou, GM of Park Rotana and Park Arjaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi

View from the top with Eleni Tsolakou, GM of Park Rotana and Park Arjaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi

As general manager of Park Rotana and Park Arjaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi, Eleni Tsolakou knows what it takes to lead a team. We spoke with the seasoned hotelier to find out what’s trending in the hospitality landscape.

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How women are shaping KSA’s hospitality landscape

How women are shaping KSA’s hospitality landscape

“How hotel operators are contributing to Vision 2030” brought hotel operators together to address the goals of Vision 2030, as well as their development pipelines and investment opportunities in the sector. The engaging and informative talk was held during Saudi HORECA Riyadh in November 2022.

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Swissotel Al Ghurair appoints Amal El Ansari as its new GM

Swissotel Al Ghurair appoints Amal El Ansari as its new GM

Swissotel Al Ghurair and Swissotel Living Al Ghurair has appointed Amal El Ansari as general manager to lead the 620-room property. El Ansari aims to deliver strong commercial growth while bringing to life Swissotel’s promise of “Life is a Journey. Live it Well.”

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The love of chocolate at Hoda et Chocolat

The love of chocolate at Hoda et Chocolat

 It is a family affair for Mona Salameh and her mother, for it is their love of chocolate that encouraged them to open their own boutique-atelier, Hoda et Chocolat. We discovered how it all started.

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Soulful food and a squeeze of “Dirty Lemon” with Ruba Khoury

Soulful food and a squeeze of “Dirty Lemon” with Ruba Khoury

Palestinian native turned Paris-trained chef Ruba Khoury combines her refined technical skills with the rustic essence of her ancestral palate to create an elevated form of Middle Eastern soul food that she serves at Dirty Lemon Bar. Here, she tells us how she blends her unique style with her Palestinian heritage in ever dish.

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A cake affair with Nicole Mrad, founder of CupNcakes Dubai LLC and Cuisine With Nicole

A cake affair with Nicole Mrad, founder of CupNcakes Dubai LLC and Cuisine With Nicole

With passion and creativity at the heart of everything she does, Nicole Mrad, founder of CupNcakes Dubai LLC and Cuisine With Nicole, tells us how she transformed her homegrown business in Dubai to one of the most sought-after pastry shops in the city.

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