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Trends we spotted | Week 41

14-10-2024

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At horecatrends.com we spot many national and international trends on a daily basis. We pick the most interesting ones to write about, the other trends we use in our weekly column ‘Trends we spotted this week’. Underneath some of the trends we explain why we think it could serve as inspiration. With this week links to articles about:

• Cool tradition of Gastropub Dutch Dukes in Rotterdam: they kick off with the first Christmas get-together on October 15^th!
• Pizza Profs organizes their second Pizza Inspiration Event in the Netherlands on October 28^th
• Manila-based coffee roaster Commune partners with Google Gemini on a limited-edition, AI-generated latte. With coffee, milk, shredded queso de bola and salted egg! And a special decoration.
• Who doesn’t want to take a picture with a penguin wearing a Christmas sweater? A free trail of penguin sculptures are arriving in London this Winter Season.
• Hilton invites guests to stay like Paris Hilton with the debut of ‘Stay Like an Infinite Icon’ themed suites.
• A 30-cent anniversary dinner at The Old Homestead in NYC, the oldest steakhouse in the US.
• Inspiration on Instagram: A great looking ‘pain au chocolat’ is sold in ‘Le Comptoir’ of the Ritz hotel. Also about the shop where they sell ‘le meilleur choux à la crème’.

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Limited time Halloween menu at Burger King | The Addams Family-inspired menu items

10-10-2024

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This Halloween, Burger King® in the US and Canada is teaming up with Amazon MGM Studios Consumer Products and the animated adaptations of The Addams Family to serve up scary delicious takes on some of the brand’s most iconic menu items. The Addams Family-inspired menu items are available as of today, October 10 at participating restaurants while supplies last. The new The Addams Family Menu features four delicious items – each inspired by a different character from the beloved animated films.

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Domino’s Pizza launches new Pizza Subzz in Belgium

10-10-2024

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Pizza + sandwich is the perfect combo to satisfy your appetite. As of this week, you are able to order a Pizza Subzz: the perfect combination between a tasty pizza and the convenience of a sandwich, in a practical slide-out box for travelling. Domino’s Pizza is introducing the brand new Pizza Subzz in six different varieties, from a Pepperoni to a version inspired by Belgians’ favourite deep-frying snack: the Pizza Subzz Bicky.

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Chefs at the first Dutch Chef Panel | ‘Redefine Meat is the future of meat’

8-10-2024

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Redefine Meat™, the pioneer in ‘the new meat’, brought together leading chefs from around the Netherlands for a first: a behind-closed-doors event to review previously unveiled products. These renowned culinary experts were allowed to taste existing, improved products in the range, as well as the very latest innovations the company is working on. Their feedback is now being used by Redefine Meat’s R&D department to further refine various facets of the product such as flavour and texture ahead of launches in the coming period.

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The world of NRC | Art, movies, food and dancing

8-10-2024

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For years, the iconic Nieuw Rotterdams Cafe (NRC popularly speaking) on the Witte de Withstraat in Rotterdam, has always been the place where foodies, night owls, creatives and socialites gather for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and dancing. But after 12 years of loyal service, Rotterdam’s favourite café has decided it is time for renewal. The interior will get a major upgrade and there will be a whole new menu with worldly, sharable dishes. This new era will be festively ushered in with ‘The world of NRC’ and by a number of Rotterdam cultural icons on October 18^th. There will be a new exhibition by artist Labrie and photographer Sud, there will also be a screening of a nature film by WFFR and DJ Ted Langebach will play the best tunes all night long.

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Trends we spotted | Week 40

7-10-2024

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At horecatrends.com we spot many national and international trends on a daily basis. We pick the most interesting ones to write about, the other trends we use in our weekly column ‘Trends we spotted this week’. With this week links to articles about:

• Fletcher Hotels is now renting out e-bikes from the Dutch brand BOHLT.
• The highly anticipated Chicken Big Mac® appears at McDonald’s US this month.
• Frisian top chefs raise over €11,000 for Brazilian street children during the ‘Frysk Benefit Diner’.
• Inspiration? The Toasted Yolk Cafe is selling pink mugs instead of the Dutch tradition of bracelets for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
• Last week, NYC hosted the first-ever ‘Make Food, Not Waste’- Restaurant Week, an initiative of Mill, a food recycling system.
• Maison Ruinart celebrated the opening of the Nicolas Ruinart pavilion, opposite the old maison at 4 Rue Des Crayères in Reims.
• And an appetizing reel about ‘Spicy Blooming Pastry’.

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Furryccino & a Furry menu | During Beagles & Beans Animal Week

4-10-2024

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Each year on October 4^th, the Dutch coffee chain Bagels & Beans changes its name for a week. Proud owners who bring their pets will then receive a free coffee of their choice. And for the animal pals themselves, there will be a very special menu available this year: the Furry menu with the Furryccino as an expected favourite.

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Moët Hennessy invests in French Bloom | Premium alcohol-free French sparkling wines

4-10-2024

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Moët Hennessy, the Wines and Spirits division of LVMH, has announced a strategic investment in French Bloom, the market leader in prestige alcohol-free sparkling wines, through the acquisition of a minority stake. The partnership reflects a shared vision between Moët Hennessy and French Bloom to lead together the future of sparkling wines without alcohol. French Bloom’s organic Chardonnay is sourced from the Languedoc region, chosen for its ability to produce a vibrant, flavourful base wine. Early harvests preserve the ideal acidity, essential for the balance and character of their sparkling cuvées. With a long tradition of organic viticulture, this region is perfectly aligned with the commitment to crafting alcohol-free sparklings—no added sugar, no sulphites, and low in calories.

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Karma Kebab opens new restaurant in the heart of Amsterdam

1-10-2024

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Good news for all kebab lovers! As of September 27^th, Karma Kebab has a restaurant in the heart of Amsterdam at the Leidsekruisstraat 10. After the success of its flagship store in Utrecht, and previous pop-ups at well-known spots like ‘Pong House of Ping’ and ‘De Marktkantine’, Karma Kebab has now officially opened its doors in the capital of The Netherlands. Known of festivals such as Lowlands, Karma Kebab is ready to conquer the capital with their plant-based and tasty kebabs.

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The MSC World America will feature the world’s only ‘Eataly restaurant at sea’

1-10-2024

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MSC Cruises is partnering with Eataly, the global ambassador of high-quality Italian food and wine, to offer guests an exclusive experience on the line’s new flagship. ‘Eataly restaurant at sea’ will debut alongside the ship’s other new restaurant and fast-casual food options, offering more choice and more convenience, while blending the cruise line’s signature European elegance with experiences tailored to the American market.

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