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Thursday 20 June 2013

Success in Hospitality

Waiting Lounge at Ren Chai

 

Alqasr Touristic Investment Company (ATICO) has been making its mark on Amman's hospitality scene since its establishment investing and operating in the hospitality sector in Jordan and the Midde East1991.  ATICO specialises in investing and operating in the hospitality sector in Jordan and the Middle East, having started off with the renovation of a 30  room business in both Jordan and the Middle East.

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ATICO: Fakhreldin Group Jordan

Garden of Fakhreldin

Standard of Excellence

The company has become renowned for its dedication, innovation, trend setting and provision of the highest standards in the hospitality sector.  It currently owns and operates a 75 room 4 star hotel in Jordan with three thriving outlets.  In addition, ATICO manages seven other free-standing restaurants, pubs, cafes and a restaurant in Cairoeach of which offer a unique product coupled with high service standards.

 

ATICO has also been able to acquire the expertise in event management, and has been responsible for several successful themed events.

 

The secret to this success lies in investing in and motivating its employees, and maintaining a strict commitment to excellence; the results speak for themselves as ATICO operates some of the trendiest restaurants in Amman.

Restaurants & Outlets

Some of the trendy establishments that ASTICO operates are:

 

         

 Interior of Nai                                                                                      Sushi Bar at Vinaigrette

 

Fakhr El Din Restaurant:

Leading Lebanese restaurant, frequented by royalty and government officials.  Set in an old renovated house to preserve its' original culture and style, a blossoming garden also hosts diners during summer nights.

 

Trattoria Casa Della Pasta: 

Itallian pasta house that offers a relaxed setting, well known for it's fish market where customers can get fresh fish and seafood from the Arabian Gulf.  The venue also features a live pianist, and an attractive terrace operating during the summer months and serving hubbly bubbly (shisha).

 

Vinaigrette Salad & Sushi Bar:

Offering one of the best views in Amman, the Bar specializes in a variety of cuisines, including crepes, salads & a tempting selection of Japaneses sucshi delicacies. 

 

Nai:

Amman longest running and most popular nihgt spot, Nai features original music.  It serves Lebanese mezza and international favourites..  It is quite popular with celebrites and the creme-de-la-creme of Jordanian society.

 

The Courtyard:

A relaxing outdoor lounge venue, The Courtyard is the newest offering from ASTICO.  It serves heart warming dishes such as oven-baked pizza, burgers and shawerma, as well as chilled drinks and hubbly bubbbly.  The atmosphere is relaxed with bean bag chairs around low tables.

 

         

 Dessert from Trattoria                                                                       Terrace of Wild Jordan Cafe

 

Ren Chai:

A fine dining Chinese restaurant that has a modern stylish atmosphere.  They offer a range of Cantonese specialties like lobsterand shark fin.  It also features an outdoor area with asian vegetation.  

 

Bistro One:

Cosy French restaurant that features an intimate dining experience.  Great for a cocktail or a meal.  The French windows all open up to a terrace and veranda, letting in the cool summer evening breeze.

 

Amigo Pub:

Greta for an affordable meal, this pub features laid back atmosphere, nostalgic 80s and 90s music, pool tables and patio for fair weather days.

 

Other ATICO Outlets:

Fast food offerings:  Fakhredin & Co- offers various offerings from different ATICO venues in take-away form, Kebab Express- Lebanese appetizers, sandwiches and grill.

Social Responsibilty

         

                       Lobby at Alqasr Metropole Hotel

 

Although ATICO operates a hotel and some of the trendiest restaurants in Amman, it's not all about good meals, fancy drinks and steady profits.  ATICO maintains a fervent corporate social responsibility, getting involved in nd supporting various local causes, which stems from a strong sense of responsibility to provide service to the local community.  The company is dedicated to effective corporate belonging and participates in charitable giving.

 

Wild Jordan Cafe:

This cafe has a magnificent location overlooking the old city of Amman and the Citadel.  It is located in the center run by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, which aims to generate income for the communities of the six natures reserves it overseas.  The cafe serves low fat menu inspired by the reserves, and contributes monetarily to the local community.