Kassim started La Cantine du Faubourg in Paris before turning his attention to Dubai with his partners Pierre Pirajean and Helena Paraboschi. RIKAS Hospitality Group operates across restaurants, beach clubs, and cafes based principally in Dubai. He has opened 16 restaurants and beach club concepts in Dubai since 2014. The RIKAS Hospitality Group’s portfolio includes operations across French, Portuguese, Japanese, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Among its restaurants are Mimi Kakushi, Lana Lusa, Ninive Dubai, Chez Wam, and XU. The group plans to expand to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Europe, and Morocco.