Paul Jebara

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    Denver’s Design-Forward, Character-Filled Life House Lower Highlands Hotel

    The brand's newest property, designed by their acclaimed in-house studio

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    Life House first came on the scene in 2017, garnering buzz for being an ambitious tech-driven hotel brand backed by Silicon Valley. But as its portfolio of stylish boutique properties grew, Life House’s lofty reputation was soon defined by one of its core philosophies: celebrating neighborhood heritage and identity through design. With its newest outpost in Denver’s Lower Highlands, Life House welcomes its first outpost …

    Beirut’s 72-Hour Online Nightlife Fundraiser, Electronic Labor Day

    A citizen-led virtual party organized to raise funds for hospitality workers

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    Before the pandemic arrived in Lebanon, Beirut’s nightlife pulsed with global renown. Then came the government-mandated lockdowns. Like in other cities, Lebanon’s hospitality industry took a major hit as non-essential businesses were shuttered. But the absence of state-sponsored assistance for those left jobless would be more glaring, further straining an already dire economic situation prior to the pandemic. It is estimated that 25,000 workers in …

    13 Exceptional NYC Bars + Booze Brands That Deliver

    Cider from micro-wineries, cocktails from the world's best bar, natural wines and more

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    On 16 March, New York City’s mayor announced that all restaurants and bars were to suspend on-premise drinking or dining for the foreseeable future. The executive order went into effect at 9AM the next day. Shortly thereafter, the New York State Liquor Authority swiftly updated its longstanding rules for selling alcohol to help businesses cope with this detrimental disruption to traditional hospitality. While countless restaurants …