Birthday treats | By Jarmusch hands out free pancakes
18-7-2024
Birthday treats: pancake-lovers in Rotterdam beware: tomorrow, July 19, By Jarmusch celebrates its seven-year anniversary! That’s why Rotterdam’s favourite all-day breakfast diner is handing out their signature dish for free on July 19 from early morning to late afternoon at both locations to every guest who comes to their party.
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Trends we spotted | Week 28
16-7-2024
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:
- Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) introduces a polymer-based material with unique properties. For those interested in #sustainable building!
- For foodies travelling to Slovenia this summer! The gastronomy in this country has reached another milestone, 63 restaurants listed in the 2024 Michelin Guide! Find them on TasteSlovenia.
- Outback steakhouse celebrated ‘National Onion Day’ with free bloomin’ onions back in June. A great example of how the capitalize on a ‘National Day’.
- Moët & Chandon, along with chef Yannick Alléno opened a pop-up in Paris for this Olympic summer: Moët in Paris by Allénos.
- Netflix will be opening Netflix House, an experiential entertainment venue where fans can experience their favourite shows and movies in real life. The first 2 locations will open in 2025.
- New York State introduces the SAFE (Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation) for Kids Act, to protect children from social media.
- Interesting initiative for cities? Attractions in Copenhagen reward climat-friendly actions with CopenPay.
- Having your meal delivered to your regular pub, Takeaway.com created ‘Caf’eetjes’ in Brussels. Would that work in the Netherlands?
- DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station introduces a welfare budget for employees in cooperation with empowr.
- And a mobile charcuterie stand by La Rosé Charcuterie! Great idea for events?
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The Emory | Modern architecture in the heart of London
3-7-2024
Opening – July 2024, London, The Emory, a modern architectural masterpiece designed by the late Richard Rogers and Ivan Harbour of RSHP, has officially opened its doors in Belgravia. The Emory is London’s first all-suite hotel and the latest opening by Maybourne, operator of Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley. It is the group’s sixth hotel, including its two international properties The Maybourne Beverly Hills and The Maybourne Riviera.
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Salsa Shop celebrates 10th anniversary | Experience and innovation
1-7-2024
Salsa Shop celebrates its 10th anniversary! Friends Louis Wesseling and Steven Visser opened their first business on Amsterdam’s Amstelstraat in 2014 and it turned out to be a hit. Thanks to its fresh, Mexican dishes and fast service, Salsa Shop grew into a chain with sixteen Dutch branches. The ambition to expand in Europe is also great.
With a combination of common sense, drive, very hard work and gathering the right people, Salsa Shop has become one of the best-known Dutch fast-casual brands. The secret? Fresh produce, authentic, Mexican recipes, efficient work processes, fast service and an experienced team.
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Costa Coffee unveils new Golden Caramel drinks range
28-6-2024
Costa Coffee, a coffee shop chain in the UK, yesterday announced the launch of a new Golden Caramel drinks range, available in-stores and via Costa Express machines. As the official coffee partner of the Paris 2024 Olympics Games, the Golden Caramel drinks range has been crafted to capture the essence of champions – with each drink designed to shimmer with a touch of gold.
Although we are still in full swing with the UEFA European Championship, the Olympics are also coming up! Are you already planning on events or freebees?
Fedde Le Grand and MESAMIS | Alcohol-free delights in the spotlight
28-6-2024
MESAMIS, maker of Amsterdam’s alcohol-free spirits GINAMIS and RUMAMIS, is proud to announce a partnership with internationally renowned DJ Fedde Le Grand. The collaboration focuses on creating awareness of alcohol-free delights in a nightlife environment where a healthy lifestyle and good taste go hand in hand. The parties join creative forces to organise activities where that mission gets the full spotlight.
Trends we spotted | Week 25
25-6-2024
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:
- The We’re Smart award ceremony for Best Vegetable Restaurant in 2024 will take place in Valencia on November 12, 2024.
- Restaurant Noor is ranked 155 in the top 555 restaurants in Europe, of Opiniated About Food (AOD). All the Dutch restaurants mentioned on the list in this article!
- Quality Lodges celebrated its 21st anniversary with a 21-year dinner at The Duke Suites in Nistelrode. The ‘QL Hotel of the Year 2024’ award was presented to Châteauhotel & Restaurant de Havixhorst.
- Hilton Amsterdam recently celebrated the arrival of the first keg of ‘Hollandse Nieuwe’ (herring) on their waterside terrace for the 29th time, with an Olympic touch and special preparations.
- Last Friday, June 21st, restaurant Soigné organised an ‘EK 3-course meal‘ and restaurant de Burgemeester (the Mayor) organised an ‘EK dinner for champions‘. A delicious meal and on time for the match of the Netherlands – France! Great idea?
- The Connaught recently unveiled an art installation by Alex Israel in London’s Carlos Place. They also sell ice creams inspired by the artwork.
- Seventh Brunch wins award for best brunch in Lisbon from Tripadvisor.
- Haarlem-based craft brewery Jopen has made an IPA with desalinated North Sea water from SEA Water.
- Reopening of sustainable restaurant Nolla in Helsinki, 2 special nights of cooking without electricity.
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The summer drinks we love to drink on a terrace
25-6-2024
At last we have warm, sunny weather here in the Netherlands! We made a list of the ultimate summer drinks that we love to drink on the terrace. Think of a Tomatini, an old-fashioned Pimm’s Cup, Negroni, Lychee Martini or a cocktail flight! But also the various non-alcoholic drinks – like a Santani organic soda or a small bottle of Crodino for those who love the Aperol taste! The latter is also orange, a great non-alcoholic alternative while watching the Dutch team during the European Championships. 
Marriott Bonvoy points + Starbucks Stars | Free stays and coffee for US royalty members
24-6-2024
By enrolling in both programs and linking accounts, US royalty members can earn Marriott Bonvoy points and Starbucks Stars and be on their way toward free stays and coffee as well as access to curated travel experiences.
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Sparkling tea cuvée HopHout from Firma Bruis wins gold and trophy
18-6-2024
The sparkling tea cuvée HopHout by Firma Bruis has won a gold medal and the prestigious trophy for ‘Best Original Drink’ at the World Alcohol-Free Awards competition in London. The sparkling tea cuvée by Arina van Leenen and Diederik Beker won the awards at the largest global judging for alcohol-free products.