Thu.Dec 28, 2023

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MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024. A Decade of DoorDash DoorDash celebrated its 10th anniversary by unveiling Dash From the Past 2023 and Dash From the Past: A Decade Delivered, which checks in on popular trends as we celebrate the best of what users have dashed over the past year, and over the past decade.

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The Absolute Worst Food and Dining Trends of 2023

EATER

A spread — and two hand-shaped chairs — at Shuggie’s Trash Pie in San Francisco. | Erin Ng What if maximalist dining was… bad? From custom matchbooks fit for your dinner party to exciting restaurant collaborations to savory pints of ice cream , dining trends for 2023 ran the gamut from delightful to perplexing to. maybe simply bad. As always, Eater spent the year chronicling the trends hitting restaurant menus, TikTok, and culture at large ( Pasta Girl Fall , anyone?

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How to embrace a guest-centric approach in your hotel

MEWS

Guest-centric hotels focus on tailoring their services to adjust to the needs and desires of their guests. It's not just about being more competitive; it's about knowing your guests and designing the services they want. By placing the guest at the center of everything you do, you're more likely to attract and keep them long after their first stay. Want to learn how to build a guest-centric hotel?

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Malaysia's 8% SST in 2024 – Insights for Hoteliers

Soft Inn

In response to the recent announcement in Malaysia's Budget 2024 presented in Parliament, a significant development is on the horizon that may cast a substantial impact on the hotel industry. There is a proposed increase in the Sales & Services Tax (SST) from the current 6% to 8% which might take effect from 1st March 2024. While the official confirmation of the effective date has yet to be confirmed by the government, hoteliers should commence preparations well in advance.

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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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2024 AI Predictions for Restaurants: What to Expect in the New Year Ahead

Modern Restaurant Management

In a world marked by technological progress, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a game changer. For the restaurant industry, renowned for its ability to keep up with trends, adopting AI is inherent. As we step into the new year, it is crucial to examine how AI goes beyond being a buzzword and becomes a real driving force that shapes the way we experience dining.

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Navigating the New Form I-9: Updated Employee Verification Process Brings New Opportunities and Obligations

Lodging Magazine

The hospitality industry has always thrived on adaptability, and the realm of compliance is no exception. Amidst the ongoing evolution of regulations, one crucial development that hoteliers need to be well-versed in is the revised Form I-9 and its revamped verification process, published by USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) this summer.

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Now Open: Chamonix, Colorado’s Newest and Most Luxurious Casino Hotel

Hospitality Net

Full House Resorts, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLL) today announced the opening details for its newest gaming destination - Chamonix Casino Hotel. Chamonix’s stylish new casino and luxurious 300-guestroom hotel effortlessly blend Colorado comfort with classic European elegance. It is located in historic Cripple Creek, approximately 45 miles from Colorado Springs and 80 miles from Denver’s southern suburbs.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

Lodging Magazine

Margaritaville at Sea has announced the appointment of Frank Belzer as senior vice president of sales and partner relations. Belzer will build and lead a team dedicated to cultivating productive relationships with travel advisors. The Biltmore Los Angeles announced the appointment of Sue Yoon as director of sales and marketing of the property. Yoon will drive all aspects of sales and marketing, including direct sales, marketing, revenue, and distribution.

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Park Hyatt Marrakech Officially Opens its Doors

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Morocco and growing the brand’s presence in Africa, joining Park Hyatt Zanzibar and the forthcoming Park Hyatt Johannesburg, slated for 2025. Uniquely located about 9 miles (15 kilometers) from Marrakech’s historic Medina district, the 19-acre (7.5-hectare) resort is situated in an exquisite, off-the-beaten path location at the base of the Atlas Mountains.

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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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Strategies to taming the multicloud chaos in 2024

SAS

For the data scientists and developers who use analytics to extract insights from massive volumes of data, it’s easy to see the appeal of operating in a metacloud environment. After all, analytics workloads are not only resource-intensive – they’re also highly variable and differ in terms of importance and urgency. [.

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The 50 Greatest Luxury Hotel Suites in the World

Hospitality Net

Robb Report is the ultimate arbiter of quality in luxury. We’re picky, perfectionistic, and painstaking in what we recommend, whether it’s our annual Best of the Best awards or the power players in fine dining. This new list is no different: It intends to offer an opinionated, informed, and incisive guide to the best suites—from penthouses to train carriages—available now throughout the world.

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Hilton Shares Luxury Portfolio Openings Planned for 2024

Lodging Magazine

MCLEAN, Virginia—In 2024, Hilton’s luxury portfolio will announce offerings including new brand signatures, a tableside cocktail ritual at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, art encounters at Conrad properties, and experiences in more destinations. New initiatives can also be experienced throughout the portfolio, from Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas’ guestrooms and suites and a wellness location at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, to LXR’s Hotel 1000 Seattle’s new cocktail concept, Rosebay.

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The 41 Most Anticipated Hotel Openings of 2024 - vogue.com

Hospitality Net

In 2024, the post-pandemic travel boom is set to continue. After years of border closures, construction halts, and economic uncertainly, the world is finally bullish on, well, the world itself: according to the U.S. Travel Association, leisure trips will reach the 2 billion mark next year just in the United States alone, far surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

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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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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens Breaks Ground

Lodging Magazine

ATHENS, Greece—Hard Rock International, GEK TERNA Group, and the Athens community broke ground on the luxury resort and Casino in the Athens Rivera. The groundbreaking event had a commemorative shovel celebration at the Hellinikon Airport. The ceremony to follow was conducted at the Hellinikon Experience Center and included the Hard Rock International executives, GEK TERNA Group executives, Greek government officials, political dignitaries, and local community leaders.

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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Continues Reinvestment Strategy

Guides: Lodging Magazine

LAS VEGAS, Nevada—Over a year ago, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas embarked on a billion-dollar reinvestment strategy that will impact the guest experience. The latest renovation is the transformation of the guest arrival experience to The Venetian Resort. Upon arrival, guests will enter Sala 118, a bar and lounge; a Starbucks; and an expanded concierge and luggage desk.

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Performance Falls, Anticipated From Holidays

Lodging Magazine

WASHINGTON—As anticipated ahead of the holidays, U.S. hotel performance fell from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through Dec. 23, 2023. U.S. Hotel Performance December 17-23, 2023 Percentage change from comparable week in 2022:Occupancy: 43.9 percent (up 0.5 percent)ADR: $131.97 (down 0.9 percent)RevPAR: $57.90 (down 0.4 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Boston saw the largest year-over-year increases in occupancy (up 21.5 percent to 46.2 percent) and RevPAR (up 23.1

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Purchasing Cycle Time Optimization for Restaurant Owners

Synergy Suite

In the restaurant industry, efficiency in operations is not just a goal, but a necessity. One crucial aspect that often goes unnoticed, but significantly impacts both cost and customer satisfaction, is the purchasing cycle. We will dive into the concept of purchasing cycle time, exploring its critical role in restaurant management and how optimizing it can lead to significant improvements in your business.

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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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Explore rewarding careers in the restaurant industry

Les Roches

Careers in the restaurant industry can offer many rewarding professional paths for a wide range of people. Whether you want to design menus or manage multiple venues, there are plenty of options for great roles within the restaurant industry. If you are passionate about food and delivering delicious experiences, working in restaurants or associated fields could be just for you.

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CASABLANCA – 2

Mary Gostelow

Looking back up at one of the two wings of the C-shaped Four Seasons Casablanca gives no indication that the destination is the force of Morocco’s business weight. To take this image, above, Girlahead went down from the public part of the hotel, on the top, fifth floor. On the ground floor, floor one, go past a guard of honour, either side six anthropomorphic sculpted shapes in beige through to sea blue.

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Exploring career opportunities: Hotel management vs culinary arts

Les Roches

A career in the hospitality industry can be incredibly rewarding, both financially and personally. Two popular options are in hotel management and culinary arts. As you weigh up these two vibrant choices – one defined by welcoming visitors into carefully curated spaces, the other by enticing customers with tantalizing cuisine – which one do you choose?

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Staybridge Suites opens second site in Bangkok

Serviced Apartments

Thailand: Extended-stay hotel Staybridge Suites Bangkok Sukhumvit marks the brand’s second property in Asia Pacific under IHG Hotels & Resorts. Staybridge Suites Bangkok Sukhumvit offers 441 suites with full kitchenettes, workspace, and a living area. Onsite amenities include a shop called The Pantry, communal areas such as The Den and lobby, a fitness centre, golf simulator, and complimentary meeting rooms available upon reservation.

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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