Vikas Deep Rathour氏がThe Imperia by Dhaba USAのエグゼクティブシェフに任命された。インド料理で26年以上の経験を持ち、新役職では厨房業務の監督と伝統的な風味を現代的なプレゼンテーションで融合させたメニューの開発を担う。Rathour氏の任命は、同レストランのアメリカ人客向け料理提供を強化する狙いがある。
Daniel Sahagoff, owner of the Cantaloup and Loup restaurants in São Paulo, shares the secrets to keeping a brand relevant for nearly three decades and the hurdles of expanding to Portugal. In an interview with Veja, he highlights the positive moment for Brazilian chefs in international guides and festivals, but warns of business challenges like licenses and investments in foreign currency. The expansion includes a new unit in a São Paulo hospital and another in Portugal, drawn by growing tourism.
Vishy Anand and his wife Aruna have established a tradition of inviting promising young Indian chess players to their home, providing inspiration and guidance away from public attention. This ritual began notably with D Gukesh in 2019 after he became the second youngest grandmaster at age 12 years and seven months. The practice continues, as seen recently with 10-year-old Sharvaanica AS, the under-10 world champion.
American athleisure brand Alo Yoga has taken over a large waterfront commercial space in Hong Kong after it was vacated by British luxury food retailer Fortnum & Mason. The brand's local debut at the 7,000 sq ft, two-storey space in Tsim Sha Tsui's K11 Musea highlights the success of 'experience-led' wellness brands amid an uneven retail recovery.
Reigning world chess champion D Gukesh has arrived in Prague in a positive frame of mind ahead of the International Chess Festival, despite recent underwhelming performances. The 19-year-old Indian Grandmaster seeks to regain form in a competitive Masters field starting February 25, 2026. He expressed optimism during a press conference, emphasizing full effort in every tournament.