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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!


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 56 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


Meet the Women Shaking Up Vegas at the New $3.6 Billion Fontainebleau Las Vegas: Juyoung Kang, Director of Beverage Development
We go behind the bar(s) at Vegas' hottest new resort, the $3.6 Billion Fontainebleau, with head of beverage Ju Kang!
May 3, 20246 min read


Alchemist in the Kitchen: Paula Muñoz, Executive Chef, Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen, Mexico
From learning to make hot sauce to heating up commercial kitchens in Mexico, Spain and the US, Chef Paula Muñoz shares herstory. It's HOT!
Apr 26, 20247 min read


When the Design Stakes are High with Louise Lythe, David Collins Studio
David Collins Studio's Louise Lythe shares her process for designing the sexy Tre Dita restaurant and bar at the new St. Regis Chicago.
Mar 24, 20246 min read

Opening Doors and New Hotels: Yesim Insel, Food and Beverage Director at the Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr
The new Four Seasons Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr opens this summer with seven signature restaurants and bars. We meet the woman in charge of F&B!
Mar 9, 20247 min read


Hilton 'Green Breakfast' Pilot Results in 62 % Decrease in Food Waste Across 13 Hotels
Hilton shares the results of four month food waste reduction program that saw a dramatic change!
Dec 14, 20232 min read


5 Hot Trends in Meeting Planning for the Holidays and 2024
What's hot in meeting planning?
Brittany Norton unpacks holiday and group trends from the Florida Keys' largest resort.
Dec 6, 20233 min read

New Study Uncorks Sexism, Gender Bias, Harassment and Other Issues facing Women in Wine Industry
New study of 726 women working in the UK wine industry finds challenges for women across the sector.
Oct 19, 20233 min read


Driven to Win: Chef Gracie Black Takes the Prize in Hilton F1 Cake Competition
Winning a Hilton F1 themed cake competition has fueled Chef Gracie Black's passion for patisserie. We chat with her about the winning cake.
Jul 14, 20234 min read
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