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Chef Focus: The Italian Job
We spoke to chef Mariangela Ruggerio, the recently appointed head chef at Certo, Radisson Blu Dubai Media City, on her journey as a chef. Tell us a little bit about yourself. I had been working in sales and banking since I completed my education in Business Economics but after years of sitting behind a desk,
Casa Mia Welcomes Michelin Star Chef
With the latest edition of the Italian Cuisine World Summit just around the corner, Dubai residents will get a first-hand experience of the diversity and allure of Italian cuisine at Casa Mia. The Italian restaurant at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre will join hands with Michelin star chef Roberto Franzin to delight patrons
VIDEO: Precise and Presentable with Bragard
Fabien Firetto, director, Bragard, Middle East, tells us about their line of chef jackets. “This year we want to present our latest collection of uniforms at The Hotel Show. We specialise in chef jackets and uniforms and this show is the best place to meet with hoteliers and explain our products,” Firetto said. “We have
Dining In The Desert
Chef Piotr Kamieniczny, executive sous chef at Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, tells Hotel & Catering News ME how he runs the reigns at the leisure destination. Situated in a palm oasis away from the fast-paced vibe of Dubai city, Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa offers its guests a unique
Chef Focus: Fresh From The Kitchen
The only thing constant on the menu of Gusto Italian Restaurant at Al Bandar Rotana, is fresh produce, with the menu offerings changing every three days based on fresh ingredients and we spoke to Fortunato Leocata, chef de cuisine, Gusto Italian Restaurant, Al Bandar, about the Italian venue. “Freshness and seasonality are the hallmarks of true
Steigenberger Hotel Appoints Master Cake Artist
The property has announced the appointment of Nickola Dsouza, of Instagram’s suga_licioussdubai fame, who joins the team as cake stylist. Leaving behind a 11 year career in media, Dsouza is now following her passion of baking and cake decoration. “Her creativity and passion, coupled with her strong professional ethics and vision makes Nickola an indispensable member
In Focus: Cream of Europe
Catering & Hotel News Middle East caught up with three chefs about their recent pastry trip to Singapore. To make a good dessert, the quality and consistency of the ingredients being used is of utmost importance to ensure the end product is exactly how a chef envisioned it to be and in order to achieve
Michelin-starred Chef José Andrés to open Spanish restaurant in Dubai
The new venue, Jaleo will be located at The Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences and is due to open in 2019. The Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences and José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup have announced that the Jaleo concept will launch at the destination property in 2019. Since its debut in Washington, D.C.’s Penn Quarter in 1993,
Chef Atul Kochhar no longer associated with Rang Mahal in Dubai
Following a series of tweets that were considered anti-Islamic, JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, the hotel that houses Kochhar’s restaurant has cut ties with the chef. Bill Keffer, general manager, JW Marriott Marquis said in a statement: “Following the recent comments made by Chef Atul Kochhar, we have taken the decision to end our agreement with
Atul Kochhar: Spicing up Dubai
How does Atul Kochhar, the British based Indian chef, restauranteur and television personality ensure his venues are bringing the taste of India to the world? We have your answer in this exclusive interview with the man himself during his visit to the Dubai venue, Rang Mahal by Atul Kochhar. With an outward approach towards his
