Rahim Kanani

Over the years, Rahim has interviewed the world's leading innovators, executives, and philanthropists, including former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, White House Senior Advisor and Assistant to the President Valerie Jarrett, former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of Australia Julia Gillard, President of Harvard University Drew Faust, President of the Rockefeller Foundation Judith Rodin, Princess Ameerah Al-Taweel of Saudi Arabia, Hollywood filmmaker James Cameron, world-renowned Spanish chef José Andrés, and billionaire philanthropists Jeff Skoll, Michael Bloomberg, and Eli Broad. Rahim has also interviewed celebrities such as Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Shakira, Adrian Grenier, Eva Longoria, Tory Burch, and Alicia Keys. As a contributing writer to Haute Living, Rahim profiles the world's most luxurious and authentic lifestyle & travel brands by interviewing five-star hoteliers, award-winning restaurateurs, top-tier designers, and innovative executives from around the world. Rahim recently published critically-acclaimed hotel management book and hospitality management book A Wealth of Insight: The World's Best Luxury Hoteliers on Leadership, Management and the Future of 5-Star Hospitality.

Posts by Rahim Kanani

Adventure Meets Luxury at Singita Sasakwa Lodge in Tanzania

In an interview, we discussed the founding of Singita and the Sasakwa Lodge in Tanzania—the history, location, accommodations, dining and much more.

A Cut Above: Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House in Washington DC

In an interview, we discussed the launch of Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House in Washington DC, ambience and décor, and the vast menu of cuts and cocktails.

Inside the Luxurious W Doha Hotel and Residences

In an interview with Safak Guvenc, General Manager of W Doha Hotel & Residences, we discussed a variety of truly unique aspects of the property, signature suites, critically-acclaimed restaurants, and much more.

Italy’s Best-Kept Secret: the Sparkling Wines of Franciacorta

An interview with the leadership of the Consortium for the protection of Franciacorta, the official sparkling wine sponsor of Expo Milano 2015.

Standing Tall: The Trump SoHo New York

“Duplex penthouse guests also receive a beautiful in-suite floral arrangement upon arrival and access to an upgraded house car, such as a Bentley or Maybach,” explained Gary Schweikert, Managing Director of Trump SoHo New York.

Luxury Defined: Inside the Mandarin Oriental, New York

“Located on the 35th floor next to the lobby, our Lobby Lounge features panoramic views of Central Park and Columbus Circle. The space really comes alive at night when hotel guests and locals gather to meet friends for creative cocktails and some light bites,” explained Susanne Hatje, General Manager of the Mandarin Oriental, New York.

Wine and Dine at the World’s Highest Restaurant in Dubai

“We have created cuisines that exemplify the Arabian culinary traditions, and have infused them with a modern twist,” explained Chef Jerome Lagarde, Executive Chef of At.mosphere Burj Khalifa in Dubai.

An Inside Look at the New 5-Star Fairmont Jakarta

Fairmont Jakarta is the flagship hospitality brand in the prestigious development by Senayan Trikarya Sempana, a subsidiary of Kajima Overseas Asia. It was built as the last piece of the puzzle of Senayan Square complex.

Escape to Exuma to the Grand Isle Resort and Spa

A collection of tiny jewel-like islands, Exuma is world-renowned for its magnificent coral reefs, colorful sea life and powdery white-sand beaches offering the ultimate Caribbean experience.

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