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Jack Simpson of Axil Coffee wins ASCA National Coffee Championships

Hospitality Magazine

Simpson has been crowned as Australian Barista Champion after competing in a series of heats and finals in Melbourne last week. The win will see Simpson travel to Athens this June to represent Australia in the World Barista Championship. “It is an incredible honour to be crowned Australian Barista Champion and to go on to represent Axil Coffee at the World Barista Championships in June,” says Simpson. “Anthony Douglas [of Axil Coffee] has been such an inspiration to me since be

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What’s Next for the Restaurant Delivery Trend?

Horizon Hospitality

As many industry professionals predicted, food delivery is here to stay in the post-pandemic restaurant industry. However, there are a few caveats that surprised the industry. Between third-party delivery services stalling, full-service restaurants dropping delivery service, and consumers spending more consciously, food delivery has become a more complicated trend to forecast.

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Five Ways to Enhance and Improve the Takeout and Delivery Customer Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

Less than two decades ago, restaurant-quality meal delivery was largely limited to pizza and Chinese takeout. Today, the global food delivery app industry is predicted to reach $320 billion by 2029 — up from $140 billion in 2022. Consumers crave convenience. As such, implementing a robust food delivery and takeout service has become critical for restaurants’ longevity and success.

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IHG Hotels and Resorts opens new Hotel Indigo in the heart of downtown Minneapolis

eHotelier

Hotel Indigo, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, continues to strengthen its presence in the midwestern United States with the opening of Hotel Indigo Minneapolis Downtown. Rising from the city skyline in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis, the hotel invites guests to experience the true Star of the North with convenient access to the area’s trendy shops, innovative dining scene and celebrated venues like the Orpheum Theatre and First Avenue.

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Planning Your Restaurants 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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What makes up the first meal of the day in Japan?

Hospitality Magazine

Breakfast has long held the title of being the most important meal of the day. It takes many different forms across the globe from the traditional English with eggs, bacon, and toast to Japanese, where the meal consists of a compilation of small dishes. Referred to as asagohan in Japanese (morning meal or rice), there are many ingredients and flavours that intertwine to ensure a balanced and nutritious start to the day.

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KBBQ restaurant Soot opens in Barangaroo

Hospitality Magazine

Sydney’s Barangaroo has welcomed its first Korean BBQ restaurant Soot. The venue is the latest addition to David Bae’s growing Kolture portfolio, which encompasses restaurants including Kobo, Tokki and Kogi. Soot has taken over the former location of Marble, also run by Bae, who says he’s keen to “take the experience up a notch for Sydneysiders” “The atmosphere at Korean BBQ is unmatched … and it’s exactly what Barangaroo needs,” says the restaurateur. &

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Denis Mancheron appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Adagio in Paris

eHotelier

Adagio, the European leader in aparthotels is pleased to announce Denis Mancheron as Finance and Administration Director and member of the Management Committee of ADAGIO, as of 2 January 2023.

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Maybe Sammy launches most ambitious menu yet

Hospitality Magazine

World’s 50 Best Bar Maybe Sammy has unveiled its new cocktail menu dubbed Mirage. A ‘personal mirage’, as the bar’s team sees it, is a moment when an experience turned out to be completely different to original expectation. The list features 14 different signature cocktails including the Golden Pear, a combination of Michter’s Bourbon and Taittinger Champagne presented in a pear; Infinity, a fruity, salty drink delivered in a sea urchin cup; Terra Nova – made with Don Julio Tequila and Los

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Drew Mills has been appointed Executive Chef at The Westin New Orleans

eHotelier

The Westin New Orleans, a Marriott property managed by Highgate, is pleased to announce the appointment of Executive Chef Drew Mills as Executive Chef. Mills assumes his role overseeing the hotel's food and beverage program, which include two dining concepts, catering and banquet services.

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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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Retro milk bar Larrie’s opens at Merewether’s The Beach Hotel

Hospitality Magazine

Taking its name from the Aussie larrikin, Larrie’s is Newcastle’s latest takeaway shop inspired by the nostalgic milk bars of the 70s and 80s. Larrie’s is located on the ground floor of The Beach Hotel, which was acquired by Glen Piper in May last year. “It’s an honour to swing open the doors of the first venue of what’s set to be the first chapter in a new era for the Beach Hotel,” says Piper. “The pub is a place where the community has gathered for generatio

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Radisson Hotel Group and PPHE Hotel Group accelerate global growth of the premium lifestyle art’otel brand

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group expands its portfolio of bold, art and design-inspired hotels with the inclusion of art’otel in the Radisson Hotel Group’s brand portfolio, growing to ten distinct brands under one overarching umbrella. Across the brand spectrum, the Group offers inspiration through travel with authentic and engaging cultural experiences that allow travelers to feel part of each local art and design community.

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International management company Kinsfolk & Co forms

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Hospitality management company Kinsfolk & Co, headquartered in London, has launched to deliver “enhanced profitability” for hotels. Led by CEO Paul Brackley, Kinsfolk & Co provides operations and asset management, advisory, concept and design creation to hospitality businesses. With a pipeline already in place, the company currently has three hotels under development.

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Seabourn install SpaceX’s starlink wifi technology on both expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit

eHotelier

Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has announced that its two purpose-built expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit, will be equipped with next-generation Wi-Fi connectivity with SpaceX's Starlink, the leader in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology. The upgraded technology will provide Seabourn's expedition guests with faster service, greater connectivity, and more reliable Wi-Fi wherever Starlink's services are available.

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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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Derry’s Ebrington Hotel to open this June after £16.5m investment

Hotel Owner

The new Ebrington Hotel in Derry is set to open at the end of June, following a £16.5m investment by Ebrington Leisure Holdings. Resting on the banks of the River Foyle, this landmark 93 bedroom hotel sits overlooking the historic walled city in one of the most iconic locations in Derry, positioned directly at the end of the peace bridge with views of the entire city.

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Supreme Court Upholds California’s Proposition 12 Pork Ban

Modern Restaurant Management

On May 11, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld California’s Proposition 12, finding in a divided, 5-4 opinion , that it did not violate the Interstate Commerce. Proposition 12 is a farm animal confinement ballot initiative passed in 2018, by a 62 percent vote. Among other animal welfare measures, it bans the same of Pork in California from farms that confine pregnant pigs in gestation crates.

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Hyatt Announces the Opening of Four New Bulgarian Resorts

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the openings of Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa, Dreams Sunny Beach Resort & Spa, AluaSun Helios Beach, and Alua Helios Bay, representing the entry of the Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt, into a third European country, complimenting the existing presence of Hyatt’s all-inclusive resort brands in Spain and Greece.

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Sage Hospitality Group adds YOTEL San Francisco

Hotel Business

Sage Hospitality Group has added the YOTEL San Francisco to its portfolio of more than 110 hotels, restaurants and entertainment venues in 16 states and the District of Columbia. The property becomes the 19th in the Sage Independent Hotel Collection and brings the total number of hotels Sage operates in San Francisco to four. “We’re thrilled to continue the growth of both our portfolio of independent lifestyle hotels and our presence in San Francisco, which is a key growth market for Sage,” said

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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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What does the Aimbridge-Interstate merger mean for the business?

Hotel Owner

Can you tell me about yourself and your experience in the hospitality industry? I’ve been in the hospitality industry since the age of 26. I first started working for Louvre hotels in Paris in a regional operations role, where I spent 16 years and ended up with a portfolio of about 110 hotels as regional vice president for Northern Europe for them.

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SynergySuite Clinches Double Gold Triumph at the Titan Awards for 2nd Consecutive Year

Synergy Suite

SynergySuite Shines Bright with Double Gold Titan Awards, Tops List of Restaurants, and Operation Management Solutions for the Second Consecutive Year! Lehi, UT, – May 15, 2023 – SynergySuite, a leading provider of comprehensive restaurant technology solutions, is thrilled to announce its remarkable success at the prestigious Titan Awards, where the company clinched not just one, but two coveted Gold Titan Awards.

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PPHE partners with Radisson to expand Art’otel portfolio

Hotel Owner

Radisson Hotel Group and PPHE Hotel Group are looking to expand its inclusion of its Art’otel hotel portfolio, growing to 10 distinct brands under one overarching umbrella. The partnership, which was first announced in May 2022, is looking to accelerate global growth of the premium lifestyle art’otel brand, together with PPHE’s owned premium lifestyle Art’otel brand, with its “iconic” properties and attractive pipeline.

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UNWTO Hosts Executive Training on Tourism for Rural Development in Middle East Middle East

Hospitality Net

Under the theme ’Tourism for Rural Development: A Practical Approach to Strategy and Product Development’, the three-day session was held at the UNWTO Regional Office for the Middle East in Riyadh to address the underlying needs for continuous skills development for ensuring up to date learning, adaptation, and innovation.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Travelodge welcomes record revenues and profit in FY22

Hotel Owner

Travelodge has welcomed record financial results for 2022, as revenues hit £909.9m, soaring by a record growth of 25% or £182m against 2019, and by £350.2m against 2021. In addition, EBITDA hit a record £212.9m compared to £129.1m for 2019 and £81.1m for 2021, as the group said full-year results were “significantly” ahead of its previous records achieved in 2019.

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STR Weekly Insights: 30 April – 6 May 2023

Hospitality Net

As we move into the period between spring and the post-Memorial Day summer kickoff, U.S. hotel industry occupancy showed an expected and modest decline of 1.4 percentage points (ppts) from the prior week. Performance remained strong relative to last year with occupancy of 65.2% growing 1.2 ppts from the matched week last year.

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The Pig Hotels appoints new CEO

Hotel Owner

The Pig Hotels has announced the appointment of Tom Ross as its new CEO effective immediately. Ross, who the company joined in 2013, has led the company’s day-to-day operations since he was named managing director in March 2022. In his new role, he will continue to run the existing business, seek out new business opportunities and work closely with founder and chairman Robin Hutson, who will be primarily focused on identifying and developing new properties.

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5 mental health myths: What does the data say?

SAS

Mental Health Month is an important time to honor and raise awareness around mental illness and mental wellness. Correcting and combating stigma and discrimination, including with data, is one of the month’s major goals. It’s hard to talk about mental health without also addressing substance use disorders (including opioids), homelessness [.] 5 mental health myths: What does the data say?

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i