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Levering cinematic success with Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth’s Barbie Adventure

eHotelier

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts earmarked Montreal's Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth for the creation of the Barbie Dream Suite and accompanying marketing program. Philippe Champagne, Fairmont’s Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for Eastern Canada discusses its success.

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Clayton Wells releases new menu for Public’s Strand Hotel

Hospitality Magazine

Public Hospitality’s newly minted Group Creative Culinary Director Clayton Wells has teamed up with Head Chef Leigh McDivitt to revamp The Strand Hotel’s food offering. The Darlinghurst venue originally launched with a classic Euro bistro-inspired menu, but is now leaning more French with a twist, which is now live at Strand Bistrotheque on the ground floor and Kasbah rooftop.

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Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort debut soulcation retreats for adults

eHotelier

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, a five-star oceanfront resort, and Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, an intimate adult-only jungle retreat, invite romantic partners, friend groups, empty nesters, soul mates and solo travellers for Soulcation Retreats this fall set on a secluded peninsula on Mexico’s Pacific coast. Designed to refresh guests’ mind, body and soul, Soulcation Retreats encourage guests to discover Punta Mita two different ways across the neighbouring resorts with two special offers – a

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Kh?naa by Opel Khan opens today in Sydney

Hospitality Magazine

Chef Opel Khan of Métisse is opening the doors to his latest venue Khānaa today in Sydney’s Surry Hills. Khan is drawing upon his heritage for his latest venue, which will feature dishes, ingredients, and flavours the chef experienced during his childhood in Bangladesh. Khan will be joined by his 23-year-old daughter Lucinda Khan and Jazz Singh in the Khānaa kitchen.

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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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A CPA’s Insight on Top Issues Restaurant Owners Face

Modern Restaurant Management

For restaurant owners, there are a number of issues in their workplace keeping them up at night and hindering them from successfully managing and operating their restaurant efficiently. As a firm that specializes in working with clients in the restaurant industry, we regularly assist restaurant owners with many of these issues, particularly in areas like tax compliance, payroll, bookkeeping, and providing sound financial advice to help manage cash flow and business growth strategies.

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The Topic Is Tipping

Modern Restaurant Management

Guests are dining out more often than last year and and rewarding great service, with the highest tips at bars and fine dining restaurants, according to hospitality industry data from Lightspeed Commerce Inc. The data suggests guests are willing to tip more for great service when digital tools are available to ease the payment process. Key findings include: Tipping is on the rise : Good news for servers: diners aren’t skimping on tips.

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You’ve heard about coriander – but what about culantro?

Hospitality Magazine

Culantro or Eryngium foetidum is part of the Apiaceae family which also includes carrot, coriander, parsley, celery, and parsnip. The herb is also known as sawtooth coriander, Mexican, or Thai coriander and is often compared to coriander. While the two have a similar aroma and flavour, culantro has a different leaf shape and appearance, withstands high-temperature cooking, and is more potent in taste and smell.

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The Omni Homestead Resort unveils new meeting and event spaces

eHotelier

The Omni Homestead Resort, nestled within the breathtaking Allegheny Mountains of southwestern Virginia, has reached a new pinnacle in luxury hospitality. The iconic resort, known as America’s first resort, has expanded its event and meeting spaces as part of an overall $150+ million-dollar property-wide renovation. Led by leading multidisciplinary design firm WATG and their interiors studio Wimberly Interiors, the extensive endeavor has elevated the resort’s capabilities while retaining histori

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Melbourne’s Rooftop at QT unveils new culinary chapter

Hospitality Magazine

QT Melbourne’s Rooftop at QT is undergoing a refresh to reveal its new look and food and drink offering this October. Recently appointed Executive Chef Nic Wood is spearheading the culinary direction for the venue which will feature a Mediterranean-inspired menu. Wood was previously the executive chef at QT Perth’s Santini Bar & Grill, before time spent in the US as group executive chef of NeueHouse in Hollywood, Downtown and Venice Beach.

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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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John D’Angelo has been appointed General Manager at The Sebastian – Vail

eHotelier

The Sebastian - Vail, a luxury mountainside resort and private residence club in the heart of Vail Village, Colorado, has welcomed John D'Angelo as its new general manager. In his role, D'Angelo is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of the property and ensuring it continues delivering a five-star experience to both Owners and guests.

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Your Bartender Is Your Real Hotel Concierge

Larry Mogelonsky

How do guests learn about what’s happening on the property once they arrive? The answer to this has changed quite a bit since the end of the pandemic but, per the title, you already know where we are going with this one. One clear victor in the post-pandemic era has been the hotel bar, whether off the lobby, tucked away from non-guests or up on the roof.

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Carlo de Leon appointed Director of Food and Beverage at Town & Country Resort in Mission Valley

eHotelier

Town & Country Resort in Mission Valley, a San Diego icon since 1953, announces the appointment of Carlo de Leon as Director of Food and Beverage. In his role Leon will oversee the 671-room resort's five signature dining outlets - from the signature destination restaurant, ARLO, to the poolside eatery, Lapper Kitchen + Tap, and vibrant Monkey Bar, serving craft cocktails and wood-fired pizzas.

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Brittain Resorts & Hotels Introduces AI Business Intelligence Tech Matrix

Technology: Lodging Magazine

MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina—Brittain Resorts & Hotels (BRH) introduced an AI-driven business intelligence technology matrix. The move comes as BRH increases its service offerings as it expands further into third-party management for hotel owners seeking improved values and measurements. “While the hospitality industry traditionally has taken a ‘wait and see’ approach to new technologies, we have taken a much more aggressive approach at Brittain,” said Christy Jernigan, chief development off

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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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Marriott International continues affordable midscale growth with announcement of four points express by Sheraton

eHotelier

Marriott International, Inc. today announced the launch of Four Points Express by Sheraton, designed for the midscale segment. This new brand is a response to growing consumer demand for reliable yet affordable accommodation in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Consistent with the company’s approach to meeting the needs of guests with regionally relevant lodging products for every stay purpose, the announcement follows the company’s recent move into the affordable midscale space with City Expr

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Interview with CEO Alexander Edström of Atomize

Revfine

In this article, we'll be interviewing Alexander Edström of Atomize. In his position as CEO, Alexander has led the development of lean revenue management software for hoteliers on the cutting edge. It is based on the latest innovations in price automation - offering technology that relieves the pain of setting prices manually. The post Interview with CEO Alexander Edström of Atomize appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Dellisart reports record growth this year

eHotelier

Dellisart LLC, a leading national hotel ownership, management, and development company, announced today they have have experience record growth for Hotel Sales Max, Hotel Rev Max, Hotel Digital Max and their full service management company. Their serve almost 100 properties through their various offerings.

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Marriott outlines three-year growth plan

Hotel Business

Marriott International Inc. presented the company’s three-year financial model through 2025 at its meeting with institutional investors and security analysts today at the W South Beach in Miami Beach. During the presentation, the company launched a new midscale brand for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, Four Points Express by Sheraton.

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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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The Hotels Network empowering Hoteliers with time-saving marketing message templates

eHotelier

The Hotels Network (THN), a direct growth platform for hotels, has unveiled its most recent innovation for hotel marketers to add to their toolkit of direct channel conversion boosters: Templates. This cutting-edge feature is poised to transform the way hoteliers approach their website personalization strategy, enabling the effortless creation of compelling marketing messages.

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The Rising Importance of Empathy and New Technology in Culture & Heritage Tourism

Hospitality Net

Heritage tourism experts grappled with complex issues of presenting culture and heritage to tourists at an international gathering of culture tourism experts 24-25 September in Valencia, Spain.Dozens of delegates from 30 countries debated the latest issues, trends and opportunities affecting the sector, which accounts for 40% of all tourism activity, according to the UNWTO.Heritage tourism is worth around US$570 billion per year, said Scott Wayne, president at SWA Development.

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Sichuan Peppercorns Are Hot Enough for McDonald’s

EATER

Two new flavored corn syrups | McDonald’s The ingredient has gone from the telltale tingle of Sichuan cuisine to fully mainstream Earlier this month in T magazine Ligaya Mishan wrote about the history of vanilla. Specifically, Mishan’s article explored how a rich, earthy, “almost unruly” flavor harvested from the finicky vanilla orchid became associated with blandness.

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Digital Hospitality Platform, NUMA Group, Raises $59m in C-funding Round

Hospitality Net

The NUMA Group (www.numastays.com) announced that in a Series C funding round led by Verlinvest, they have secured 59 million USD in growth capital to further develop their advanced technology and expand their digital hospitality platform across Europe.

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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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To Understand Taiwan’s Quietly Defiant Drinking Culture, You Drink at Chán Shíf?ng

EATER

The Taipei bar is a showcase for the island nation's complex, singular identity—right down to its menu of homegrown drinks.

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M3 and Trintech Release New Enhancements to Streamline Financial Processes

Hospitality Net

Atlanta, GA and Dallas, TX – M3, the hospitality sector’s #1 cloud-based accounting, financial, and data management platform in North America, and Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions for the Office of the CFO, have introduced a new API connection that seamlessly connects M3’s trial balance with Trintech’s Adra® Suite.

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Marriott International Launches Four Points Express by Sheraton

Industry Insights Lodging Magazine

Marriott International, Inc. announced the launch of Four Points Express by Sheraton, designed for the midscale segment. This new brand is a response to growing consumer demand for reliable yet affordable accommodations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Consistent with the company’s approach to meeting the needs of guests with regionally relevant lodging products for every stay purpose, the announcement follows the company’s recent move into the affordable midscale space with City Express

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Hotel Dena opens in Pasadena, CA

Hotel Business

Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has made its debut. The 311-room hotel is owned by Monarch Alternative Capital and managed by HHM Hotels. The property is a part of HHM’s Independent Collection, a selection of lifestyle hotels that are connected to local communities. “The new Hotel Dena celebrates the originality in each of us, offering a destination that encourages unique opportunities to interact with the performing arts,” said Naveen Kakarla, president/CEO, HHM Hote

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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.