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Is your training tactical or strategic?

eHotelier

Is your training tactical or strategic? - Insights While tactical and strategic training have their merits, the true power lies in combining them.

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Plate it Forward’s latest venue Kyiv Social opens in Sydney

Hospitality Magazine

Kyiv Social is the fourth venue from the Plate it Forward Hospitality Group led by Shaun Christie-David. Located in an ex-English Scottish Bank in Sydney’s Broadway, Kyiv Social carries the group’s ethos of equal opportunity across the table. Kyiv Social’s Ukrainian menu is a collaborative effort between Julian V Cincotta, Travis Harvey (ex-Ozharvest executive chef), Vincent Dyevoich (Dovetail and Colicchio & Sons), Ukrainian cultural consultant Nadiia Mohylna, and Ukrainia

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The Best Pre-Launch Marketing Strategy for Your Fine Dining Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

Launching a fine dining restaurant is an undoubtedly exciting venture, but it's not without its challenges. With the fierce competition in the food industry, a well-thought-out pre-launch marketing strategy is crucial to ensure your restaurant gets the attention it deserves. With 60 percent of new high-end restaurants failing within the first year, it’s clear that far too many budding restauranteurs are not pursuing the optimum marketing strategies.

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Disgraced Chef Mario Batali Teases a Comeback on Instagram

EATER

Scott Eisen/Getty Images He’s in his “virtual events” era, apparently After a nearly six-year social media hiatus, disgraced chef Mario Batali is officially back on Instagram. The chef made his comeback to the platform on October 21, complete with a slightly blurry photo of red-sauced pasta and a cryptic announcement: “Mario Batali virtual events coming soon.

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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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Inventory management and sustainability: A win-win strategy for the hotel industry

eHotelier

Inventory management and sustainability: A win-win strategy for the hotel industry - Insights - Insights Here are ways hotels can minimize secondary inventory waste in their rooms in order to reduce costs, increase profits and promote sustainability.

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Ordering Channels and Preferences Have Shifted: How Restaurants Can Win The Customer

Modern Restaurant Management

Surging prices have been top of mind for consumers for two years and counting, leaving restaurant leaders questioning how inflation might influence diners’ behavior and overall spending habits, including their usage of digital ordering and third-party delivery apps– both of which gained momentum during the pandemic. While restaurants might have expected to see a bigger shift back to in-person transactions as a result of customers looking to cut costs, there simply hasn’t been a

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Travel Predictions 2024

Are Morch

Booking.com 2024 travel predictions highlight that travel isn’t just an escape, but a catalyst for experiencing our best lives. With data from a global study involving 27,000 travelers across 33 countries, explore our top seven 2024 travel predictions, including local market insights from the UK, Italy, Germany, Spain, the US, and Latin America. We’ll (re)invent […] The post Travel Predictions 2024 appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach.

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Navigating new horizons: strategies for hotel sales teams to thrive in evolving markets

eHotelier

By understanding the needs of their target market, providing them with tailored services, and creating unique experiences for them, hotels can take advantage of these emerging trends and turn their property into an essential destination in the remote work movement.

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Khanh Nguyen fronts Bentley Group’s new restaurant

Hospitality Magazine

The chef who spearheaded Sunda and Aru in Melbourne will officially move to Sydney to front The Bentley Group’s latest restaurant. Khanh Nguyen announced he had exited The Windsor Group back in July, and said he was “eager to script the unwritten pages that lie ahead” Now, his next move has been confirmed, with the culinary talent appointed executive chef of King Clarence, which is slated to open its doors in the CBD on 1 December.

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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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Painting Tips for Restaurant and Bar Owners

Modern Restaurant Management

Adding a coat of paint will always freshen up any space. The same goes for any restaurant or bar. Understanding how to prepare your staff for a fresh coat, what styles of paint, and finishes can help you create a space that is inviting, warming, or even exciting for your customers. Throughout my almost two decades of experience working with restaurant and bar owners these are the areas I always discuss with them when they decide to give their establishment a new look.

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We Have the Salvation Army to Thank for the Hipster Doughnut

EATER

Miss M. Diamond serving doughnuts to American servicemen in a Salvation Army hut on Union Square, New York, circa 1918. | FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images Even during the worst of war, the ring-shaped confections offered a bite of joy and a much-needed morale boost to weary soldiers during World War I Dough fried in oil is a delicacy found worldwide, from Greek loukoumades to Moroccan sfenj to jalebi in India and Pakistan.

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Fang-tastic marketing tactics for Halloween hotel festivities

eHotelier

Fang-tastic marketing tactics for Halloween hotel festivities - Insights - Insights Get inspired to set your property apart from the rest with these spooky direct channel strategies.

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Building a Security Culture: The Most Basic Best Practice Is to Train All Staff in Protecting Guests

Lodging Magazine

Discussions of guest expectations in today’s hotel industry often involve aspects such as hyper-personalization, digital transactions, guestroom entertainment, wellness, and sustainable practices. Perhaps because security is so fundamental to hospitality, it is less common as a trending topic. But the protection of guests and their assets will always be a priority, one that guests themselves are highly cognizant of.

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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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Maximizing Holiday Sales: How Restaurants Can Enhance Customer Experiences with Modern Payment Solutions

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern payment solutions that provide the ultimate convenience and enable customers to order and pay how they prefer are on the rise this holiday season, empowering restaurants to deliver an improved experience without sacrificing the quality of service. With the rise of on-demand delivery and easy-to-use checkout technology driving consumer demand for quick service, restaurant operators are implementing modern payment solutions that provide a more seamless and customer-friendly dining experienc

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What’s the Shelf Life of Halloween Candy?

EATER

Photo by Gado/Getty Images From Twix to Skittles, here’s how far past Halloween you can enjoy the fruits of all that trick-or-treating labor The spookiest time of year is upon us, and with it comes piles of chocolates, chews, caramels, nougats, crunches, bars, and patties. Estimates from the National Retail Federation suggest Americans will spend close to $2.6 billion on candy this Halloween: While many purchase candy in anticipation of trick-or-treaters, others take advantage of day-after-Hallo

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SEO for hoteliers – 2024 and beyond

eHotelier

We’re in the midst of another evolution with AI and it can be challenging to create an effective hotel SEO strategy in this state of flux. To create an effective strategy, you must adapt to these predictions and embrace emerging technologies and trends.

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Web Exclusive: Honeywell offers tips for safe IAQ

Hotel Business

Indoor air quality (IAQ) has been an ongoing concern within hotel guestrooms and public spaces, and the COVID-19 pandemic only heightened guest and hotelier awareness of the air they breathe in and out when on property. Hotel Business caught up with Bhavesh Gupta, global director of engineering, Honeywell Building Technologies , to gather his insights on Honeywell ‘s three tips on how to keep indoor air safer when outdoor air quality reaches harmful levels.

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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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Prioritize Mental Health: Strategies for Managing Stress in Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Working in a restaurant is a marathon, not a sprint. To get through a long shift, chefs, managers, servers, hosts and waitstaff need to make wise decisions and take care of their health. Whether you work in the front of house or in the kitchen, the stressors of every shift can wear you down. Eventually the weight of it all can take a toll on your emotional and physical wellbeing.

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Hilton Breaks Ground on First Project H3 Hotel

Lodging Magazine

MCLEAN, Virginia, and KOKOMO, Indiana—Hilton announced the groundbreaking of the first Project H3 by Hilton hotel in Kokomo, Indiana, signifying the start of construction on its new studio apartment-style extended-stay hotel brand. Operating under a working title as Hilton navigates the final stages of the trademark process, the 137-room property is owned by Sun Management & Development Corporation.

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Travel Outlook’s Annette, The Virtual Hotel Agent™ revolutionizes the caller experience at Camelback Resort

eHotelier

In every corner of industry, technology is helping companies break barriers and challenge convention. The hospitality industry is no exception, and conversational AI is making its mark, providing a new option for effective and consistent customer service.

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Resolute Road and Wyndham host extended-stay seminar

Hotel Business

Resolute Road Hospitality and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts recently hosted a joint event, “Economics of the Extended-Stay Segment of Lodging,” in Nashville. The event brought more than 100 hospitality industry executives together to discuss a wide array of topics, including best management practices, current market trends and Wyndham’s newest extended-stay brand, ECHO Suites. “It was a privilege to host this event alongside Wyndham,” said Daniel Pinheiro, chief busine

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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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Google bringing price comparisons to vacation rental searches

PhocusWire

Users who search Google and click through to a specific property will now be able to compare costs from multiple travel sites on which the property is listed. Just don’t expect to find Airbnb or Vrbo among the listings.

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Lodging Econometrics: U.S. Construction Pipeline Continues Moderate Growth

Lodging Magazine

According to the most recent Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the United States by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of Q3 2023, the total U.S. construction pipeline stood at 5,704 projects/672,676 rooms, up 7 percent year-over-year (YOY) by projects and rooms. The hotel construction pipeline continues to grow at a moderate pace with current project counts 3 percent below and rooms 14 percent below the all-time high of 5,883 projects/785,547 rooms reached in Q2 […] The post Lod

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Red Planet Philippines announces the opening of their much-awaited hotel in Bonifacio Global City

eHotelier

Red Planet Hotels shares news on "The First Real Budget Hotel" in the premier Uptown district in Bonifacio Global City, The Philippines. The prominent budget hotel chain also talks about their current hotel portfolio and other exciting firsts for the sector.

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HFTP Accepting Proposals for 2024 HITEC North America Education Program

Hospitality Net

Each year, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) seeks input from industry professionals and presenters to help create an engaging, informative and comprehensive education program for the association’s foremost event, the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC®). New for 2024, HFTP is inviting well-informed hospitality technology professionals to share their expertise and submit a presentation proposal as part of the program development process.

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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.