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F&Be: Our column celebrating women of taste and experience–sharing their recipes for work, life, and...actual food and drinks, too!


Holiday Cookie Swap! 10 Recipes From Women in Hospitality
From gingerbread to red velvet s’mores, discover holiday cookie recipes shared by women in hospitality, from global hotels to home kitchens.
Dec 19, 20257 min read


Four Female Chefs, Four Delicious Dishes to Elevate Your Thanksgiving
Celebrate Thanksgiving with four delicious recipes from rising women chefs in hospitality. From Buckeyes to a white chocolate pumpkin tart, roast carrot salad, and a deconstructed pumpkin pie, these dishes add flavor, comfort, and fresh inspiration to your holiday table.
Nov 19, 20254 min read


At The Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay, Chef Alessandra Banfi Turns Pastry into Poetry
At Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay, Executive Pastry Chef Alessandra Banfi blends her Italian, Greek, and Venezuelan roots into desserts that tell a story.
Nov 8, 20257 min read


Cooking Without Borders: Hilton’s Chef Gemma Carlassara’s Culinary Journey Rooted in Tradition and Connection
Executive Chef Gemma Carlassara blends Italian roots with global flavors at Hilton Sofia, creating soulful dishes and leading with empathy and authenticity.
Sep 29, 202510 min read


Leading with Flavor: Chef Gaia Bartolini’s Rise in the Hilton Kitchen
Chef Gaia Bartolini went from marble sculptor to Hilton award-winner. Her bold journey proves passion can take you anywhere — plus her squid ragu recipe!
Aug 15, 20256 min read


Chef Sunaina Sahadeo: Building Flavor, Growing Talent, and Feeding the Soul
Chef Sunaina Sahadeo is redefining leadership in hospitality—mentoring women, breaking barriers, and cooking with creativity, empathy, and purpose at Hilton.
Jul 3, 20256 min read


Family, Food, and the Hardcore Heart of Laura Lee Flanagan
Laura Lee Flanagan's "Hardcore Vegetarian" cookbook blends family recipes, bold storytelling, and fearless flavor—shared from the heart.
May 8, 20253 min read


Breaking Barriers and Elevating Palates: Chef Ivana Bogicevic Redefines Culinary Excellence at the Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis
From Serbia to Cairo, Chef Ivana Bogicevic blends tradition and innovation to lead Waldorf Astoria’s kitchens with heart and global flair.
May 2, 20256 min read


Cooking Up an Extraordinary Career: Nicole Zima Lands Executive Chef Role at Hilton Munich Airport
Nicole Zima’s culinary journey with Hilton spans 15 years, and led to her become Executive Chef at Hilton Munich Airport. She's cookin'!
Mar 5, 20256 min read


Herstory: Meredith Marin – From a Family of Butchers to a Global Vegan Hospitality Consultant
From a family of butchers to a global vegan expert, Meredith Marin is changing hospitality with plant-based innovation and sustainability.
Nov 25, 20246 min read


Make Your Thanksgiving Unforgettable with Recipes from Leading Female Chefs
Creative Thanksgiving recipes from top female chefs, featuring savory sides, sweet treats, and unique twists to elevate your holiday table!
Nov 15, 20247 min read


Mastering the Art of Wine and Hospitality: Stefanie Hehn, Head Sommelier, The Fontenay, Hamburg, Germany
Becoming a Master Sommelier takes discipline and dedication. We chat with Stefanie Hehn, about her career journey at The Fontenay, Hamburg.
Jul 12, 20247 min read
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