In the world of hospitality, few figures carry the stature of Ibrahim Nashaat. As General Manager of Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars—one of Egypt’s flagship hotels—he has spent nearly four decades refining the craft of hotel leadership. With an early foundation in IT and a keen grasp of what drives guest satisfaction, Nashaat is not merely […]

The opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in November 2025 marked a major shift in Egypt’s tourism story. Described by officials as a game-changer, the GEM is already drawing record crowds. Its scale and global attention have pushed both the government and the private sector to accelerate plans for new hotel capacity, expanded services, and […]

In Egypt’s bustling hospitality industry, the hotel breakfast buffet has grown into something far more elaborate than a morning meal. It’s a first impression, a culinary showpiece, and often, a strategic battleground where hotels compete not just in flavor but in scale, presentation, and innovation The Egyptian Chefs Association spoke to Chef Anoob Ashraf, Executive […]

Inside Chef Dragan’s Culinary Journey With over 40 years of dedicated experience in the global luxury hospitality industry, Chef Dragan Unic stands as a paragon of culinary excellence and leadership. His career is marked by a deep passion for food, honed through his roles as a chef, leader, and sommelier in high-end restaurants, hotels, and […]

  An Interview with Chef Domenico Maggi Born in 1953, Domenico Maggi embarked on his culinary journey at the tender age of 15. With a membership in the Federation of Italian Cooks (FIC) dating back to 1968, Maggi’s culinary prowess has left an indelible mark in restaurants and hotels across Italy, Switzerland, and the UK. […]