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Victoria Cross venues now open above North Sydney Metro

Hospitality Magazine

The North Shore has had a serious boost to its food and beverage offering thanks to the opening of the Victoria Cross Metro station in North Sydney. The first retailers have now opened their doors above the station, with more venues to launch in the coming months as construction nears completion. Locals can now enjoy the food offerings of Marrickville Pork Roll, Mary’s, Dopa, Torotoro Ramen Bar, Two Good Co, and North Sandwiches, which have all made their way across the bridge for the firs

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How EAST Hotels defines a new luxury hotel category

eHotelier

The progressive luxury trend presents a bright future for the entire industry because it shows that there are many different travelers who all want different things – alternatives for alternative thinkers, if you will.

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Circl Wine House launches with a jaw-dropping wine list

Hospitality Magazine

A staggering 1,500 wines and over 150 by-the-glass options spearhead the menu at Melbourne’s Circl Wine House. The newly opened wine bar and restaurant is an exciting addition to the city’s already competitive sommelier landscape. The Melbourne CBD venue sits just off Little Bourke Street in Punch Lane, in the former Bar Saracen venue. It was developed by a group of wine-loving friends who wished to encourage a culture of accessibility and discovery around wines.

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Embracing Hyperlocal Ingredients: Transforming Menus and Communities

Modern Restaurant Management

Buying locally has been trending for quite a few years for several reasons. People have become increasingly aware of climate change and the importance of ethical sourcing. Consumers want to support their communities, and do so by attending and buying from family owned businesses, art fairs, and local brands. Their desire to shop local has extended to farmers markets and the food industry.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Food delivery report shows late-night orders are booming

Hospitality Magazine

DoorDash has released new data from its annual Online Ordering Trends Report , with the results showing some interesting trends when it comes to ordering habits, peak times, and convenience. The 2024 year-end report was compiled from consumer surveys as well as aggregated DoorDash data, with the new information confirming ongoing growth across the online ordering sector despite the cost-of-living pressures many are currently facing. 68 per cent of customers are ordering food delivery the same or

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Matt Moran reminisces on 25 years of Aria

Hospitality Magazine

Iconic Sydney restaurant Aria will celebrate its 25-year anniversary next month and join the quarter-century club. Matt Moran opened the waterside venue in September 1999, with the restaurant fast establishing itself as one of the leading and most-awarded fine diners. “It’s hard to narrow down highlights of Aria over the past 25 years,” says Moran.

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Amanda Hite to be honored for leadership in ending addiction stigma

eHotelier

Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization and a leader in improving the way the healthcare system addresses and treats substance use disorders, is proud to announce its 2025 Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes honoree, Amanda Hite.

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Will the DNC Boost Business For Chicago’s Restaurants?

EATER

Don’t expect a Taylor Swift-like impact

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Caillin Flint appointed as Senior Manager – Brand & Franchise Support at Choice Hotels Asia-Pac

eHotelier

Choice Hotels Asia-Pac has welcomed experienced executive leader Caillin Flint to the newly created role of Senior Manager – Brand & Franchise Support.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Marriott Forms Long-Term Licensing Agreement With Sonder

Lodging Magazine

Marriott International, Inc. announced a long-term licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc., which is expected to add over 9,000 rooms to Marriott’s portfolio by year-end and approximately 1,500 rooms to its pipeline. Under this agreement, Sonder’s open and pipeline portfolio, which primarily consists of apartment-style accommodations in urban markets, is expected to be added to the Marriott system under a new collection called “Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy.

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SIHOT bolsters ePOS analysis for improved hospitality sales

eHotelier

SIHOT, one of the leading hospitality management systems, has launched a real-time analysis dashboard providing intelligent insights of business performance across all hospitality electronic Point of Sale (ePOS) outlets.

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ICX Summit: Customer feedback paramount to brands' success

Fast Casual

Customer feedback is crucial for retail and restaurant success, driving improvements in products and services based on customer preferences. Learn innovative strategies on gathering and utilizing customer insights from industry experts at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte this September.

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HSMAI Washington DC announces state of the industry program

eHotelier

The Washington, D.C., chapter of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International today invited hospitality professionals from throughout the metropolitan area to attend its annual State of the Industry program Aug. 22 at the Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Amanda Hite Named 2025 Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes Honoree

Lodging Magazine

NORWALK, Connecticut—Shatterproof announced its 2025 Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes honoree, Amanda Hite. Hite is the president of STR, a CoStar Group company, and is being recognized for her courage and commitment to raising awareness of substance use disorders and ending addiction stigma. She will be honored during the eighth annual Hospitality Heroes Reception, which will be held during the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) on January 29, 2025.

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Marriott Celebrates Opening of its 9000TH Property

Hospitality Net

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced its 9,000th property with the opening of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. Situated on an expansive 18 acres in Longboat Key, Florida, this luxury beachfront property features 168 exquisite guestrooms, including 26 suites, and offers breathtaking ocean views, outstanding culinary experiences, and world-class amenities, all reflective of the St.

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Broken Promises? The Myth of Personalization in Hotel Loyalty

Revenue Hub

Despite the promises of personalization, these mega-chain websites and email marketing often feel generic, bordering on uninteresting, and even annoying. It seems as though the primary goal is simply to sell more rooms. NB: This is an article from Demand Calendar Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date The strategy resembles a scattergun approach, akin to scams, where the intent is to convert even a small percentage of a large target audience.

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The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts welcomes leadership development programme grads as newest hires

Hospitality Net

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts celebrated the graduation of the Leela Leadership Development Programme (LLDP) Class of 2024 at The Leela Palace New Delhi on 5 August (Monday).

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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HB Exclusive: My Place’s Ryan Rivett on a decade of franchising

Hotel Business

This year My Place Hotels is celebrating 10 years of franchising. Hotel Business caught up with Ryan Rivett , the company’s president/CEO, to talk about the accomplishment. This year marks 10 years of franchising for My Place. What are your thoughts on this milestone? Well, in many ways it’s just a number. Over the past 10 years of our growth and development into the franchise system we are today, the world has changed so frequently and dynamically that it really doesn’t feel like 10 years.

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Swissôtel Nusantara Opens in Indonesia’s New Capital City, Nusantara

Hospitality Net

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, a globally recognised symbol of Swiss hospitality excellence, is delighted to announce the opening of Swissôtel Nusantara in Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara, East Kalimantan. Embracing the brand’s ethos, ’Life is a Journey - Live It Well,’ this new property offers an unrivalled experience, seamlessly blending premium hospitality, comfort, and purpose-driven living.

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Modern Market Eatery president talks brand excellence, ethos

Fast Casual

Modern Market Eatery president and co-founder Rob McColgan talks to podcast host Mandy Detwiler about where the company and been and its future in the fast casual industry.

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Branded Residences Forum launched alongside Future Hospitality Summit 2024 to address rapidly growing sector

Hospitality Net

Branded residences, one of the fastest-growing sectors in hospitality, will take center stage at FHS World (30 September to 2 October), with a dedicated, full-day conference led by one of the sector’s leading innovators Accor One Living.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Why Your Hotel Can’t Afford to Ignore These Booking Trends

Revenue Hub

Imagine your hotel as the must-book destination everyone’s talking about. That’s the power of the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)—a crucial driver behind today’s booking behaviors. To capitalize on this trend, you need to be ahead of the game with the latest industry innovations. NB: This is an article from Staah Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Here’s how to harness FOMO and keep your hotel at the forefront: 1.

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From EHL to entrepreneurship: Transforming China’s cocktail scene

Hospitality Net

Since opening their first bar in 2016, they have launched several new venues across Guangzhou and Shenzhen. They also run one of China’s top Food & Beverage (F&B) consultancy firms and have received major accolades, with their bar named Mainland China’s best in both 2023 and 2024.

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The Best Ways to Compete in Your Local Hotel Market

Revenue Hub

Understanding your local hotel market through market analysis, customer preferences, and competitor strategies is crucial. It helps you stay ahead by optimizing your online presence with effective website design, SEO, and online marketing to attract potential guests and drive direct bookings. NB: This is an article from SkyTouch Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Delivering exceptional guest experiences is vital for satisfaction and loyalty.

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International hotel brand to enter Esbjerg, Denmark

Hospitality Net

Heimstaden and Core Hospitality have signed a 15-year contract on the lease and operations of the hotel "A Place to" in Esbjerg, Denmark. The hotel will also expand from 117 guest rooms to 214 guest rooms and will change its name as it seeks to partner with an international brand.

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Optimize Restaurant Operations With the Right Payroll & HCM Services

Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, crucial for maintaining staff morale. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.