Wed.Mar 08, 2023

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Terence Feury appointed Executive Chef of Ocean House

eHotelier

The iconic Ocean House, a Relais & Chateâux resort in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, has named Terence Feury as Executive Chef of the award-winning property. In his new role, Chef Feury will oversee the entire culinary operation of the Forbes Triple Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond Ocean House, including two year-round restaurants, five seasonal outlets, banquet and event operations, and the Center for Culinary Arts.

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International Women’s Day | Equity at Mews

MEWS

By now, you probably got the memo : women can buy themselves flowers and write their names in the sand. Drawing lines in the sand feels especially urgent when it comes to inequitable work practices. For so long, women have been on the receiving end of unsolicited work-related advice: how to dress for success, prove their worth, fight for equal salaries.

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Industry Beans and Capi launch cold brew martini

Hospitality Magazine

Melbourne-based coffee roastery Industry Beans has collaborated with beverage company Capi to release a cold brew martini mixer. Come 20 March, cocktail connoisseurs will be able to whip up bar-quality espresso martinis at home. But the product isn’t just your average coffee mixer, with Industry Beans’ signature cold brew blend combined with vanilla bean and orange peel extract to create a flavour profile with notes of citrus and a smooth, rich finish.

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Hotels using commercial analytics grow revenue faster

eHotelier

Following a structured approach, hotels can successfully implement commercial analytics and benefit from data-driven decision-making.

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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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The boxed wine boom

Hospitality Magazine

Glass bottles have been the vessel of choice for wine for decades. Either closed with cork or screwcap, bottles have been the go-to packaging for winemakers to showcase their most prized drops. The humble boxed wine sits on the other side of the scale. Affectionately known to most as goon, boxed wine has long held a reputation of being mass-produced and of low-quality.

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Accor co-founder Pélisson dies at 91

Boutique Hotel News

France: Gérard Pélisson, the co-founder of Accor, has died aged 91 after a long illness. Pélisson turned the group into the world’s sixth largest hotel chain, with his business partner Paul Dubrule. Accor currently has 5,400 hotels in 100 countries under 45 different brands. The group has a pipeline of 1,247 hotels and approximately 216,000 rooms.

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Jinja announces lunchtime yum cha menu

Hospitality Magazine

Located in The Governor Hotel in Macquarie Park in Sydney’s north-west, Jinja is now serving up yum cha across lunchtime service from Wednesday to Sunday. Led by Head Chef Sebastian Tan, expect a traditional Cantonese-style brunch and dim sum menu with over 30 dishes. Some of the highlights include crispy-skinned roast duck; steamed bbq pork buns; chicken and mushroom congee; honey-glazed char siu pork and steamed chicken feet.

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KSL Resorts promotes Ian Pullan to SVP

eHotelier

KSL Resorts – which manages world-class destination resorts, hotels and high adventure experiences – has announced the promotion of Ian Pullan to senior vice president of asset performance west.

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Have your say on the Hospitality Leaders Summit 2023

Hospitality Magazine

The Hospitality Leaders Summit will return to Melbourne in 2023 and we want to hear from you. The industry’s leading event is curated around the sector’s most-pressing issues, and we need to know who you want to see and what you want to hear about. Complete the survey for your chance to win two tickets to the summit, which will be held in the coming months and once again bring together the nation’s most inspirational hospitality figures.

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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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Radisson Hotel Group signs Thailand’s first Radisson RED hotel in vibrant Patong Beach

eHotelier

Slated for opening in late 2023, Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach marks the conversion of an existing property in the heart of Patong Beach, which will now be fully renovated and relaunched in line with Radisson RED's bold design and brand standards. Owned by Destination Group, which recently partnered with Radisson Hotel Group to open both the Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin and Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket, this signing reaffirms the Group's ability to meet the needs of guests and own

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Odd Culture hosts Oddity 2.0

Hospitality Magazine

The much-loved Newtown bar is set to pour the wines of Swiss winery Domaine De Beudon for one night only on Tuesday 23 March. Paul Hervy of Brix Fine Wines will be hosting the event, taking guests through the wine pairings that include rare cuveés and sought-after back vintages. Hervy will recall his trip to the famed Swiss vineyard, and will also be sharing exclusive wines that have not been released to the public.

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Elite Havens responds to the return of destination weddings adds four new villas

eHotelier

Elite Havens, the leading provider of high-end vacation rentals in Asia, owned by Dusit International, has expanded its portfolio of more than 300 luxury villa rentals by adding four outstanding new properties to its hand-picked collection of exceptional event villas in Thailand and Indonesia.

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Accor co-founder dies at 91

Boutique Hotel News

France: Gérard Pélisson, the co-founder of Accor, has died aged 91, after a long illness. Pélisson turned the group into the world’s sixth largest hotel chain, with his business partner Paul Dubrule. Accor currently has 5,400 hotels in 100 countries under 45 different brands. The group has a pipeline of 1,247 hotels and approximately 216,000 rooms.

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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.

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Investors circling Australian hotels after 2022 transactions hit $2.14 billion

eHotelier

Australian hotel sales hit $2.14 billion in 2022 - the second highest transaction volume on record - with significant additional equity capital still on the sidelines waiting for signs of stabilisation in interest rates and inflation according to new CBRE research.

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Behind the Scenes with a Sous Chef

Modern Restaurant Management

The team at Bon Appétit just released this insightful video depicting a day in the life of Ann Cromley, sous chef at Chez Panisse in Berkeley, California. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into all the prep work at this landmark restaurant.

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Trip.com Group to deepen collaborations to promote Japan as a key destination

eHotelier

Leading travel service provider Trip.com Group today announced that it would strengthen collaborations with its stakeholders to promote and position Japan as a destination in a post-Covid environment.

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Tripadvisor Releases First Seasonal Travel Index of 2023

Lodging Magazine

NEEDHAM, Massachusetts—Tripadvisor released its first Seasonal Travel Index of 2023, providing an outlook for travel patterns and demand over the next three months. Key findings from the index include: Overview The majority of travelers (66 percent) plan to travel in the upcoming season (March 1 through May 31) according to consumer sentiment research commissioned by Tripadvisor in five key global markets.

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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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Duetto Advance unveiled at ITB Berlin

eHotelier

Duetto launches “Advance”, a suite of new products and integrations all housed in its new data visualization tool, CommandCenter, a powerful interface providing commercial leaders with actionable data and insights.

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Brighter Days Ahead

Lodging Magazine

Who were some of your mentors or role models, male or female, and what were their most valuable lessons? Dr. Debbie Cannon (Director, Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality), Fern Kanter (EVP, CHMWarnick & Castell Project), Valerie Ferguson (Director of Lodging, Disney World), and Erica Qualls-Battey (GM of the Atlanta Marriott Marquis) have all been tremendous inspirations for me in the hotel industry.

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Seda Club Hotel selects SuitePad in-room tablets

eHotelier

The 5-star luxury hotel in Granada is set to enhance guest communication and generate additional revenue with SuitePad. Implementing the company's hotel technology ensures guests enjoy an unparalleled during-stay experience.

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Maya Hotels Acquires Two Hampton Inn Properties in the Carolinas

Lodging Magazine

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina—Maya Hotels announced its acquisition of two Hampton Inn-branded hotels in the Carolinas. The two Hampton Inn hotels—Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte-Arrowood Road, North Carolina, and Hampton Inn Columbia Northeast-Fort Jackson, South Carolina—have a total of 210 guestrooms. This transaction marks Maya Hotels’ second and third acquisitions over the last six months.

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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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Annette the Virtual Hotel Agent partners with Curator Hotel & Resort Collection

eHotelier

Travel Outlook’s Annette the Virtual Hotel Agent partners with Curator Hotel & Resort Collection to offer conversational AI for its collection of exclusive properties.

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HVMG promotes Melissa Arana, Denise Hanas

Hotel Business

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) has strengthened its Revenue Excellence team with two promotions. Melissa Arana has been named VP, revenue strategy, and Denise Hanas has been named corporate director, marketing strategy. “Melissa and Denise’s new roles are integral in our overall Revenue Excellence commercial strategy,” said Cory Chambers, chief commercial officer/SVP, business intelligence, HVMG.

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FCS to sponsor and showcase latest innovations at International Hotel Technology Forum 2023

eHotelier

After experiencing significant global growth, FCS is seeking to expand its range of hotel operational solutions to a wider audience of hoteliers throughout Europe.

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Premier Inn site to open in Cambridge shopping centre

Hotel Owner

UK hotel business, Whitbread, has announced plans to bring its Premier Inn hotel brand to the Lion Yard Shopping Centre in Cambridge by mid-2024. The announcement comes as Whitbread has agreed a lease with investment and asset manager abrdn to convert some vacant office space above the shopping centre into a 125-bedroom hotel. According to the group, this will be its first Premier Inn in the centre of Cambridge and its fourth location across the city, growing its room count to more than 425 bed

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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.