
Since taking the helm of Em Sherif Group, Yasmine Hayek has expanded her mother Mireille’s 2011 vision into a global brand. She led the group’s first European outpost at Harrods, London (2022) while maintaining the original Beirut location’s status among MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants.
With 24 outlets across four sub-brands—Em Sherif, Em Sherif Café, Em Sherif Sea Café, and Em Sherif Deli—Hayek oversees menu creation, execution, and design, ensuring a seamless blend of culinary excellence, music, and ambience.
Now focused on the fast-growing Em Sherif Deli, she is redefining Lebanese food on the go, merging authenticity with a modern, lifestyle-driven approach. Her leadership and innovation earn her the title of MENA’s Best Female Chef 2025.