Chinar is the local name for the Oriental plane tree (Platanus orientalis), abundant in the region and part of local life for generations. The name has inspired the creation of a new dining destination, a modern tea house that offers several bars and pan-Asian dining options. Located inside a light glass and timber building, the holistic design looks to deliver a theatrical vision of the myths, legends and cultures found along the ancient Silk Road.

Blue Sky Hospitality is a multi-disciplinary design studio specialised in the creation of branded concepts for the entertainment, leisure and hospitality industries. The studio was founded in 2002 by Henry Chebaane, Brand Strategist and Chief Creative Officer, who is also an artist, novelist and music producer. Blue Sky Hospitality has worked with many individual investors and most major hotel brands, contributing to over 400 projects in 40 countries, from the holistic design of single high-performance signature hotels, restaurants, bars and clubs to multiple roll-out global concepts.

Chinar is a dining brand created, designed and curated by Henry Chebaane. The first location in the capital city includes a restaurant, two bars, a DJ lounge, a private dining room and a garden terrace. Chinar is operated by Saffron Hospitality a leading restaurant company based in Baku, with multiple sites and concepts that includes international franchises and own brands.