Trends we spotted | Week 24
16-6-2023
At the editors of Horecatrends, we receive many trends from home and abroad every day. We pick out the most interesting ones, other short trends we collect in the ‘Trends in Brief’ section.
With this week links to articles on, among other things, the land-based production of Atlantic bluefin tuna by German company Next Tuna. And hotel chain Four Seasons highlights the restaurants with a total of 32 Michelin stars within their chain.
Dishes from Netflix dinner shows are on the menu at their first-ever pop-up restaurant: NETFLIX BITES. And a summer concept from London: Jack & Boule with eight bocce courts and plenty of street food and drink stalls.
Subway has entered into a master franchise agreement with the Chinese company Shanghai Fu-Rui-Shi Corporate Development Co. with a target of 4,000 new branches on the mainland in 20 years.
A tasty non-alcoholic alternative to the Spritz: Crodino! This orange non-alcoholic drink is now also available in 17.5cl bottles. Ice cubes in a large wine glass, pour Crodino on top, orange slice in and enjoy! And Hertog Jan has introduced a premium beer called Grand Pilsener, with time as the main ingredient.
Lacoly has launched a WhatsApp service that, among other things, allows hotel guests to opt to skip the daily cleaning of their room and instead have a tree planted by Hotels for Trees.
City ID has announced their expansion to a historic place in Lisbon, the Baronesa building. After renovation, the apartment hotel will consist of 88 units. And Accor has partnered with start-up Alltheway to offer a solution that simplifies travel by transporting luggage between city centres and airports. Launch is in Paris.
ResQueue | The first digital queue in Belgium
15-6-2023
Resengo launches ResQueue in Belgium, the company tries to solve terrace crowding with the first digital queue. Starting soon, ResQueue will be implemented at the first Belgian hospitality establishments that have already ordered the system to manage the crowds on their terraces.
In France, New York and other parts of the world, we have experienced likewise ceonvenient systems, simple and easy to use for both guests and ‘terrace’ management. Resengo does also introduce this system in the Netherlands.
The Most With No Coast | Goodsurf
15-6-2023
The Most With No Coast: Goodsurf, a unique new entertainment concept that combines surfing with an appealing and engaging bar, restaurant, and beer garden experience, has secured its first venue in Dallas, Texas.
Daily Trade Fair Venlo | Unique year-round trade fair and inspiration platform for hospitality and interiors
7-6-2023
Daily Trade Fair Venlo, the innovative trade fair concept where professionals in the hospitality and interior industry can get inspired and do their shopping all year round, will open on 24 September 2023. On 15,000 square metres, progressive top suppliers will unpack their own showroom around a magnificent show kitchen that will also be used as a restaurant and event space. Various spaces are also available for international events, trade fairs and conferences.
The revolution of SUGO Pizza | plant-based is the new standard
6-6-2023
SUGO Pizza, known for its airy, square pizza al taglio, is charting a new course this month. Where previously vegan dishes were marked on the menu, a marking is now placed behind dishes with animal products. “With a daring new menu, we are breaking into the future with a bang,” says director Hugo Kruijssen about the company’s new direction.
Ocean House Scheveningen | Design hotel two minutes from the beach
5-6-2023
Opening – Ocean House Scheveningen officially opens its doors this spring after a successful soft-opening. The spacious and fully equipped flats, studios and superior suite are warm and bright and the perfect base for a (long) weekend Scheveningen. Yes, even in autumn and winter!
Four New Food Concepts Open at Scheveningen Foodhall
2-6-2023
With four new kitchens and a renovated terrace, the Foodhall on the northern-boulevard in Scheveningen is ready for summer. Food lovers can indulge themselves at restaurant Playa for the best Caribbean dishes, Wantsam Roast for Chinese specialities from the grill and restaurant Lana’s Kitchen for tasty Surinamese cuisine. Those who fancy a refreshing drink afterwards can head to BOBO for a bubble tea. “We are extremely happy to present these four new food concepts to our visitors,” says Jie Ling of the Foodhall Scheveningen. “We want to give people the opportunity to get acquainted with different cuisines and dishes, while offering a unique experience in our beautiful Foodhall.”
Trends we spotted | Week 21
26-5-2023
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 amongst others a fire show at cocktail bar Centifolia in Tokyo and the Japanese ice cream brand Cellato sets a new world record: an ice cream for $6,696. Check out the article to see what’s in this ice cream.
The sous chef of restaurant Carelshaven in the Netherlands, Bas Jonker, goes to the international finals of Jeunes Chefs Rôtisseurs in Istanbul. And IZAKAYA Ibiza reopens its doors for a summer full of culinary taste experiences. You can now also order their sushi boxes for takeaway.
In America, Oscar Mayer’s iconic ‘Wienermobile’ has been renamed the ‘Frankmobile’ for the first time in almost 100 years. Great food truck to look at! And the vending machines by the Japanese beverage brand Asahi absorb CO2 which is converted into industrial materials.
The Bacchus Wine Festival celebrates its tenth edition on the weekends of 2-4 and 9-11 June in the Amsterdamse Bos (forest). And we spotted a hotel rate tracking tool, Hotelslash.
Wendy’s is collaborating with Pipedream to test the first underground delivery system for mobile orders.
LuminAir | The Bar Above Amsterdam
26-5-2023
Opening – The high vibe sky bar, LuminAir, with terrace dedicates itself to the craft of new wave mixology. The breathtaking panorama of the city simultaneously serves as the bar’s muse.
Several more rooftops are opening in Amsterdam this summer! Check out this article on Horeca Entree. We are looking forward to the summer!
Urban hotspot Florentin in Amsterdam | Enjoy the all-day brunch culture from Tel Aviv
25-5-2023
In Amsterdam’s bustling De Pijp neighbourhood, urban hotspot Florentin opened its doors for all-day brunches in a colourful and urban setting. From a traditional Israeli mezze breakfast to shakshuka florentine, Batya Post and Ricardo Chaves bring hip Tel Aviv to our capital.
