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Green luxury, a paradox?

eHotelier

New research sheds light on understanding what travellers want from 5-star hotels in terms of benefits and sustainability.

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Why the pineapple symbolizes remarkable hospitality

MEWS

The pineapple: a symbol of hospitality The story of how the pineapple became a symbol of hospitality is deeply rooted in the history of New England. In the olden days, sea captains of New England, upon returning from voyages in the Caribbean, would stake a pineapple on their fence post. This was a sign to the townspeople that the captain had returned home safely from sea.

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Public Hospitality loses Alpha restaurant and confirms restructure

Hospitality Magazine

After just six months operating Alpha restaurant and Beta Events in Sydney’s CBD, Public Hospitality has lost the Greek establishment. Public planned to renovate Alpha’s dining room and launch a new menu designed by George Calombaris, who was appointed creative partner of the restaurant in March. However, the plans never came to fruition, with The Hellenic Club confirming the restaurant is no longer under Public’s control. “Public Hospitality had advised us that their new

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What Will We See on Future Menus?

Modern Restaurant Management

Diners should expect to be delighted by modernized comfort food and low-waste menus, according to Unilever Food Solutions’ Future Menus Top North America Trends 2024 report. It also acts as a recipe guide with solutions to industry-wide challenges, from cost-saving initiatives that ease labor shortages to recipes backed by forward-thinking trends.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.

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On the menu today – F & B profitability

eHotelier

Explore strategies to enhance F&B profitability in hotels by diversifying beyond weddings and banquets, embracing outsourcing, and focusing on unit economics

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My Mother, Her Verdolagas, and Me

EATER

Yeti Iglesias Considered by some to be an invasive weed, generations of Mexican cooks have harnessed the power of purslane — including those in my family With the Turkish novela Amor Prohibido playing on my mom’s iPad, we settled into our kitchen roles. My mom led the way, as she sauteed diced tomatoes and onions. My two-year-old nephew, who already speaks better Spanish than I do, stood by my mom’s side asking to be carried.

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Restaurant Insiders Reflect on Issues Addressed in ‘The Bear’

Modern Restaurant Management

While viewers are anticipating the third season premiere of "The Bear" on June 27, the show really hits home for industry insiders as the dark comedy highlghts the daily struggles of operating a restaurant as well as opening one. It's raw and realistic portrayal of the struggles to keep a family-owned restaurant in Chicago up and running, mirror the real-world experiences of many in the industry, particularly in the areas of financial and mental health. "'The Bear' does a

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Radisson Hotel Group bolsters African presence with 7 additional hotels and over 1,200 new rooms including a landmark entry in Tanzania

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the addition of seven new hotels, adding over 1,200 hotel rooms to its African portfolio and its debut in Tanzania within the first half of 2024. With those additions, the Group’s footprint in Africa has grown to nearly 100 hotels in operation and development, placing the Group well on track to reach its goal of 150 hotels within the next five years.

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Replay Destinations to develop luxury hotel in Healdsburg, CA

Hotel Business

Replay Destinations has plans to develop a 53-room luxury hotel in downtown Healdsburg, CA. The new property will be located in Mill District, a 10-acre site of a former lumber mile redeveloped by Replay. In addition to the hotel, the location will feature residences by architects such as Olson Kundig , an array of owner amenities including a pool and fitness center, retail and a neighborhood park framed by a preserved grove of heritage redwood trees.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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How the Big Queer Food Fest Was Built

EATER

In May, the Big Queer Food Fest took place in Boston. | Big Queer Food Fest The founders of the Big Queer Food Fest have plans for 2025. In the meantime, they’re finding out just how big the queer food community is. Being of the generation raised by Food Network, Top Chef , and Anthony Bourdain, I developed certain ideas of what a chef looked like. A chef could be bawdy and brash or obsessed with science.

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Creating an Effective Cell Phone Policy for Restaurant Staff

Modern Restaurant Management

What are the best practices for instilling an effective cell phone policy for staff at your restaurant? It's a tough issue. This episode of Making Dough Show ! host Hengam Stanfield delves into this topic offering suggestions for creating an efficient and productive workable environment.

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Boutique Hotel Alhambra becomes the first hotel in Croatia to join Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s ‘Finest Collection’

eHotelier

Boutique Hotel Alhambra on Lošinj Island has been honoured as one of the select few to join the prestigious ‘Finest Collection’ by Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). This new and exclusive group includes only 21 SLH member hotels, representing less than 4% of the current SLH portfolio. Boutique Hotel Alhambra is Croatia's first and only hotel to be part of this prestigious collection.

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Hyatt Expands New Orleans Presence With Two Independent Collection Hotels

Lodging Magazine

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the expansion of Hyatt’s brand presence in New Orleans with Maison Métier (formerly Maison de la Luz) and The Barnett (formerly Ace Hotel New Orleans), which have joined the Hyatt portfolio as affiliated hotels. The hotels are expected to join Hyatt’s Independent Collection of brands and participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program this year.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Every Chicago Restaurant Featured in ‘The Bear’

EATER

All the filming locations in "The Bear" for Season 1 and Season 2 and all the Chicago restaurants they visited on the FX TV show.

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Donatos: From Transformation to Transition

Modern Restaurant Management

"Pizza is more than just food; it’s a way to bring people together," Tom Krouse said when asked to describe what it is about pizza that has kept him in love with it for so many years. "I love its universal appeal and the joy it brings to people. At Donatos Pizza, our commitment to quality and community makes our pizza special, and being a part of that has been incredibly fulfilling." The Donatos CEO is retiring in October after 24 years and passing the torch to Kevin King,

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Quentin Delohen appointed General Director at Lausanne Palace

eHotelier

After 3 years of productive activity managing the Lausanne Palace, Isabelle von Burg is moving on, confident in having fully accomplished her mission. Her energy and enthusiasm made it possible to begin the transformation of this legendary hotel so beloved by the people of Lausanne.

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Tech Innovation That Keeps the Focus on Human Needs

Lodging Magazine

Two dynamic presenters welcomed attendees to HITEC 2024 during the general session on Tuesday morning. Glenn Haussman, host of the No Vacancy News podcast, and Anthony Melchiorri, president, Argeo Hospitality and LODGING columnist, could have focused on any number of tech trends impacting hotel operations, from AI to the cloud. But they chose to tackle the more philosophical issue of how technological advancement relates to human nature, and many useful insights were shared.

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Win More in 2024: Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success

Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali

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Hyatt Acquires the me and all hotels Brand, Positioning Conversion-Friendly Lifestyle Brand for Growth Across Europe and Beyond

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has acquired the me and all hotels brand from Lindner Hotels AG (Lindner) to unlock growth in new European markets and build on Hyatt’s strong momentum in the region.

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McNeill establishes scholarship in memory of Mark A. Ricketts

Hotel Business

Germantown, TN-based McNeill Hotel Company (MHC ) and McNeill Investment Group (MIG) have established the Mark A. Ricketts Memorial Scholarship at The University of Memphis Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality & Resort Management. Born in Arkansas, but raised in Memphis from the age of two, Kemmons Wilson was the founder of the hotel chain Holiday Inn in the 1950s and other business enterprises.

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Chad Bevan appointed F&B Director at Waikiki Beach Marriott

eHotelier

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, the 1,307-room modern oceanfront resort located in the heart of walkable Waikiki, today announced the hire of Chad Bevan to food and beverage director and Derrick Williams to director of human resources. Bevan will oversee the entire food and beverage operations within the resort including menu planning and development, staff management, strategic planning and budget, as well as marketing and promotions of each dining outlet.

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Making the Case for Digital Workers

Lodging Magazine

HITEC 2024 is taking place this week in Charlotte, North Carolina, and as can be expected, AI is well represented among the session topics. Several breakouts focused on navigating the many applications of the technology in the hospitality industry. Exploring an especially topical use of AI, “Labor Challenges Weighing You Down? Consider Digital Workers!

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Unlock Restaurant Success: Mastering 7 Vital Employment Laws

As a restaurant leader, your plate is full with responsibilities, from staff management to serving up delicious dishes. But amidst the hustle, there's a crucial area you can't afford to overlook – employment laws. In this comprehensive eBook, we'll unveil the seven essential employment laws every restaurant leader must master. We'll break down the intricacies of each law, showing you how it directly impacts your business.

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It’s Never Been Better for Investment in the Hotel Technology Industry

Hospitality Net

Just as the hospitality industry evolves, so too must the format of its conventions, especially one as influential to the hospitality industry as HITEC. This year, the senior team at HFTP has expanded the tradeshow’s depth and impact with the inaugural HITEC Technology Investment Conference, taking place immediately after the main event on Thursday, June 27 and Friday, June 29.

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HB on the Scene: Caribe Royale Orlando reinvents itself

Hotel Business

When the pandemic hit, hotels around the globe shut down completely, some to never reopen. Hotel companies were forced to lay off employees, some with years of valuable experience. The ownership group of the Caribe Royale Orlando in Florida, Sierra Land Group, decided to use the pandemic to pivot and entirely reinvent the resort, undergoing a $160-million renovation, launching new programs and bringing in new leadership.

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Cloud5 named Mitel’s Hospitality Partner of the Year for third time in a row

eHotelier

Cloud5 Communications, a leading provider of IT solutions and services for more than 5,000 hotels across the Americas, has been awarded Mitel Hospitality’s Partner of the Year Award for Hospitality. This marks the third consecutive year that the provider has earned this designation, and it serves as the latest example of Cloud5’s dedication to leading-edge technology, industry expertise, and customer service.

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Amadeus Incorporates Gen AI Into New Chatbot Offering

Lodging Magazine

Amadeus detailed plans to incorporate Gen AI into a new chatbot for its business intelligence suite, debuting with Agency360+. The Amadeus Advisor chatbot by Azure OpenAI Service builds on the partnership between the two technology companies to foster collaboration across the travel industry. In addition to being able to access the travel agency and corporate booking data available in Agency360+, hoteliers can use Amadeus Advisor to enter data requests and receive answers in natural language. [&

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No-Code Technology: The Key to Unlock the Future of Your Business

Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.