Sixth edition National Week Without Meat & Dairy
6-3-2023
Today, March 6, marked the start of the sixth edition of the Dutch National Week Without Meat & Dairy. Since the last edition, dairy has been added to the campaign, now a permanent feature. The campaign invites the whole of the Netherlands to take up the challenge to become aware of the positive climate impact of eating less meat and dairy in a positive and inspiring way. This is the week in which the Netherlands learns how easy and delicious eating without meat and dairy can be. After a record number of participants during the last edition, this year has many participants too, like supermarkets, producers, schools, petrol stations, student associations and ministries are joining this initiative.
Trends we spotted | Week 8
28-2-2023
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 the Czech cultivated pork startup Mewery, which announced the successful development of a cultivated pork prototype using its proprietary microalgae-based growth medium.
Beyond Meat® launches plant-based chicken-style range in the Netherlands. Like a Beyond Burger® Chicken- Style, a Schnitzel and Tenders.
Vly made from yellow split peas, is packed with protein and low in sugars is now also available in the Netherlands and at the Dutch supermarket Albert Heijn. Also their Vly Barista.
The Brake Room in New York by Chick-fil-A is a dedicated space for food delivery workers to take a break, recharge their devices, and enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks. Great idea for winter times?
Israel will get some Public Access Lagoons™ (PAL™) Projects of Crystal Lagoons. Those lagoons look great! And Marriott International joins the Internet Watch Foundation and deploys Cisco Technology to combat online ‘Child Sexual Abuse Material’.
Meati, a Colorado-based startup that produces fungi-based meat alternatives, has opened a new production facility called the ‘Mega Ranch’ in Thornton, USA. And Yumminn, a Barcelona-based startup, offers a mobile web app solution for dine-in restaurants, which integrates with point of sale systems.
Trends we spotted | Week 7
21-2-2023
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 week 7 2023’.
With this week links to articles about amongst others a dipping-friendly bacon milkshake at Domino’s Japan and Burger King Thailand comes with a ‘Chocolate King Hamburger menu’ in a collab with Hershey’s.
Amazon is expanding its payment method with the palm of your hand, introduced by Amazon One at Whole Foods Markets. And a Kickstarter project by Big Eddy Glass Works, The Colour Bomb Cup. Great water glasses for restaurants.
McDonald’s Germany introduces McPlant® Nuggets developed by Beyond Meat® and KFC Canada introduced the first winterized basketball court.
The Palais Garnier, home to the Phantom of the Opera and one of the world’s most famous opera houses, is now available for a one-night stay on Airbnb. And MGallery Hotel Collection delivers style and substance with ‘Stories That Stay’.
The Finnish food technology startup The Nordic Umami Company has developed sustainable umami flavors from plant-based circular ingredients. Available in bouillons, sauces, and salts.
The Bazaar by José Andrés | In the Old Post Office Buiding Washington, DC
14-2-2023
José Andrés Group is proud to introduce The Bazaar by José Andrés in the historic Old Post Office building in Washington, D.C., relaunched in 2022 by CGI Merchant Group, in partnership with Hilton under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand. The opening of The Bazaar at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC signals the culmination of a 30-year journey for Chef Andrés, who has dreamed of opening a restaurant in the historic building since he arrived in Washington, DC in 1993.
Trends we spotted | Week 6
13-2-2023
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 the Legoland Resorts in North America, they will become ‘Certified Autism Centers’ by Spring 2023. And Germany’s Coffee Fellows will make their US debut with 3 Texas stores, including the company’s first drive-thru outlet.
We also read about natural food colorants made from fungi! Biotechnology company Michroma’s ingredients are vegan, non-GMO, halal, and kosher, making them ideal for a diversity of uses.
McDonald’s USA® joins forces with Keke Palmer to shine a light on ten black visionaries, they will each receive $20.000 to help them reach their individual goals. And Chick-fil-A® is testing a cauliflower burger on their menu.
Two unforgettable ‘Four Seasons Drive Experience’ itineraries unveiled for 2023, a great idea for other hotel chains? And London is experiencing a round and square croissants hype. The round ‘supreme croissant’ is sold at Philippe Conticini.
Macaron ice cream | Häagen-Dazs X Pierre Hermé
9-2-2023
An unique collaboration between luxury ice cream maker Häagen-Dazs and world-renowned pastry chef Pierre Hermé. They created a new macaron ice cream range and it’s hitting the shelves now starting with UK & France. Pierre Hermé is celebrated for his exquisite macarons and together with the iconic ice cream of Häagen-Dazs, a new era of magical indulgence is here.
We tasted Pierre Hermé’s delicious ‘macaron framboise’, imagine a taste like that in ice cream, mouthwatering!
Trends we spotted | Week 5
7-2-2023
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 Valentine’s Day inspiration! Like the Taylor Swift breakup bar in Chicago and who’s serving the first heart-shaped croissant for Valentine’s Day? We spotted a lot of heart-shaped pizzas like at Pizza restaurant Toni Loco in Amsterdam and donuts like the Ispahan donut at ROLADIN Bakery & Café.
The ‘I Said Yes’ Valentine’s Day Contest at Cracker Barrel will award five lucky couples who ‘pop the question’. And a great classic location to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Amsterdam: THE DUCHESS.
At STARR restaurants, Le Coucou (NYC), The Love and Talula’s Garden (Philly) guests will receive a special gift at the end of their meal, a necklace and more! It inspired us with the idea to give a lock after dinner that guest can hang at the entrance of your romantic restaurant?
We also spotted a special Valentine’s Day dinner at fast food chain White Castle or as called on Valentine’s Day, Love Castle. The even have Love Castle merchandise! And at IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar in Amsterdam you can enjoy special cocktails and desserts for your Valentine’s Diner.
Skydeck Chicago, the breathtaking observation deck on the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower, has launched its annual Valentine’s Day social media contest, ‘Love on The Ledge’. And speaking of high altitudes: check out the Valentine’s Day deal at MR PORTER in Amsterdam! They serve a love themed Baked Alaska.
Proeftuin Noordwijk | Restaurants in Noordwijk serve dishes of the future
30-1-2023
Recently nine restaurants in Noordwijk started serving dishes of the future. The chefs in Noordwijk are inspired by local and sustainably grown seasonal products, recognisable on the menu by the stamp of ‘De Tuin van Holland – Proeftuin Noordwijk’ (the garden of Holland – trial garden Noordwijk).
Trends we spotted | Week 2
17-1-2023
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 the new brand by Hilton, Spark by Hilton, they will provide a simple, reliable and comfortable stay for every guest, all at an accessible price. And a reel about the square croissant by Le Deli Robuchon in London.
News from the culinary world: chef Dominique Crenn will open restaurant Golden Poppy in the new Fantaisie hotel in Paris and Massimo Bottura will open a Torno Subito in Miami. The latest will be located on the rooftop of Julia & Henry’s.
You could book the night of new yearseve at hotel Clarion Copenhagen Airport with your dog! Great idea for airport hotels or other hotels who are located away from the noise of fireworks?
Harriet’s Polar Lounge at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge created an icy pop-up. We’ve read this on the blog ‘Guest of a Guest’, if you’re going to the USA, check this account for inspiration on where to eat.
Soof Drinks wonders if you know what you drink?
13-1-2023
“Know what you eat”: you’ve probably heard this from your mother, grandmother or even your personal trainer. Or otherwise you heard it in commercials, from fit boys or read it on packaging on the shelf or in health blogs. We are becoming more critical and wiser when it comes to what is on our plates, but do you actually know what you are drinking? Research shows that as much as 98.5% of the soft drink shelf consists of products with unrecognizable and unpronounceable ingredients. You don’t want to drink that! Soof Drinks thinks it’s time for a revolution in our soft drink glasses.
Besides choosing for a soft drink with no mess, Soof Drinks also have a great taste!
