Trends we spotted | Week 01

3-1-2025

  • Making Dry January more tasteful with the herbal blends in WishGarden Herbs mocktail kitMaking Dry January more tasteful with the herbal blends in WishGarden Herbs mocktail kit
  • Trends we spotted
  • Angel Shot App LLCAngel Shot App LLC
  • Chinese New Year at Four Seasons Hotels ShenzhenChinese New Year at Four Seasons Hotels Shenzhen
  • Chinese New Year at the Four Seasons Hong KongChinese New Year at the Four Seasons Hong Kong
  • Whatawedding at Whataburger Las Vegas on Valentine's DayWhatawedding at Whataburger Las Vegas on Valentine's Day
  • Macca's Squid Game Meal on tableMacca's Squid Game Meal on table
  • Going Dry - Doesn't Matter Why - Heineken 0.0 and Professor Charles SpenceGoing Dry - Doesn't Matter Why - Heineken 0.0 and Professor Charles Spence
  • University of Oxford Professor Charles Spence & Heineken 0.0University of Oxford Professor Charles Spence & Heineken 0.0
  • Making Dry January more tasteful with the herbal blends in WishGarden Herbs mocktail kitMaking Dry January more tasteful with the herbal blends in WishGarden Herbs mocktail kit
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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:

  • McDonald’s Australia Squid Game meal brings a familiar item from the series into reality. It comes with a DALGONA Candy.
  • KFC combines chicken and sauce with new concept ‘Saucy by KFC’. It opened in December in Orlando.
  • This Valentine’s Day, Whataburger is giving one lucky couple the ultimate prize: a Whatawedding at its Las Vegas location on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.
  • Four Seasons celebrates the year of ‘The Snake’ with a journey of innovation and festive traditions.
  • We think a ‘Doggy treat food truck’, like the Mobile Barkery in San Diego is a great idea! We and lots of other dog friends and owners would love to buy a hot drinks and dog cookies at ‘off-leash’ areas.
  • Angel Shot App LLC recently announced the launch of their new, innovative mobile safety app for nightlife patrons and hospitality establishments.
  • Making Dry January more tasteful with the herbal blends in WishGarden Herbs mocktail kit.
  • The 2025 outlook for the 0.0 category looks positive, but still has some social barriers to overcome. Thus Heineken® 0.0’s new campaign says alcohol-free should be reason-free.

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Mocktail Fest Miami | Celebrate Dry January

2-1-2025

  • Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10
  • Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10
  • Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10
  • Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10
  • Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10
  • Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10Mocktail Fest Miami's 'Dry Fest' will take place on January 10
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“Dry Fest Miami is more than a celebration of great non-alcoholic drinks—it’s about community, discovery, and creating a vibrant social space”, says Marlene Aguilar, Co-Founder of Mocktail Fest Miami. Following the success of Mocktoberfest 2024, Mocktail Fest Miami proudly announces its second signature event, Dry Fest, with presenting sponsor KUL MOCKS, on January 10th, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 1-800-LUCKY, located at 143 NW 23rd Street in Wynwood, Miami.

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WOLF Food Market Antwerp open in the iconic Felix Warehouse

23-12-2024

  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Carnivore Corner - MEATWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Carnivore Corner - MEAT
  • Wolf Food Market AntwerpWOLF Food Market Antwerp
  • Wolf Food Market AntwerpWOLF Food Market Antwerp
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Kafei - desserts & brunchWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Kafei - desserts & brunch
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Curry Club by Mission Masala - Desi Indian Soul FoodWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Curry Club by Mission Masala - Desi Indian Soul Food
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Goro Goro Ramen - Ramen noodlesWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Goro Goro Ramen - Ramen noodles
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - 't WerftjeWOLF Food Market Antwerp - 't Werftje
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - LIMA Nikkei - Japanese-Peruvian cuisine (Nikkei)WOLF Food Market Antwerp - LIMA Nikkei - Japanese-Peruvian cuisine (Nikkei)
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Rambo - smashburgersWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Rambo - smashburgers
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Finjan - pita & kebabWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Finjan - pita & kebab
  • Wolf Food Market Antwerp - Carnivore Corner - MEATWOLF Food Market Antwerp - Carnivore Corner - MEAT
  • Wolf Food Market AntwerpWOLF Food Market Antwerp
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Following the success of its location in Brussels, WOLF Food Market is expanding to Antwerp. Located in the iconic and historical Felix Warehouse on ‘Het Eilandje’, this new culinary hotspot offers a unique experience with a range of ten carefully curated street food restaurants, three bars and a spacious event space. With 750 seats, a generous terrace and an impressive design by Lionel Jadot that focuses on sustainability and upcycling, WOLF will be a meeting place for everyone.

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Trends we spotted | Week 51

20-12-2024

  • Restaurant Aroma in VaassenRestaurant Aroma in Vaassen
  • Trends we spotted
  • Van links naar rechts: Fabio Antonini, Raul Mini en Laura Martini. (Foto: Rinze Vegelien / Today’s Brew)Van links naar rechts: Fabio Antonini, Raul Mini en Laura Martini. (Foto: Rinze Vegelien / Today’s Brew)
  • Top-Loaded Frites bij Dave's Hot ChickenTop-Loaded Frites bij Dave's Hot Chicken
  • Bospresso for a Rooibos cappuccino or latteBospresso for a Rooibos cappuccino or latte
  • WE ARE EDN | New, family-friendly, all-day dining concept in AmsterdamWE ARE EDN | New, family-friendly, all-day dining concept in Amsterdam
  • Rodrigo's Mexican Grill - Margarita FlightRodrigo's Mexican Grill - Margarita Flight
  • Restaurant Aroma in VaassenRestaurant Aroma in Vaassen
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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:

  • Dirty Sodas – we wonder if Europe will be taking over this trend from Utah? It’s served at for example SWIG, ‘home of the original dirty soda’, as they call themselves.
  • Some inspiration via Instagram: we love the stick library of the Sanctuary Beach Resort and the simple but festive looking ‘Snowman Latte. Why not serve slices of this festive looking Tiramisu Cabin? We love The Santa Lucia Kayak Parade in the canals of Copenhagen, by restaurant Kayak Bar. And the ‘Embassy Diplomat Screens’, a very luxurious cinema in Thailand.
  • A cocktail flight as inspiration! Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill created a margarita flight.
  • Top-Loaded Fries at Dave’s Hot Chicken.
  • New products for ice tea series BOS – with the BOSpresso you make the perfect Rooibos Cappuccino or Latte.
  • WE ARE EDN is a new, approachable, family-friendly, all-day dining concept in Amsterdam.
  • Progressive Slow Food restaurant Pianeta Terra was ranked 31st in the 50 Top Italy list of 50 best Italian restaurants in the world. Making it the best Italian restaurant in the Netherlands. There is another Italian restaurant in the Netherlands on the list: at spot 45 is chef Pasquale Carfora’s restaurant Aroma in Vaassen.

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Young entrepreneurs & new concepts | CUP N CRUST, restobar Vivid and Haricot

19-12-2024

  • Exterior of Restobar Vivid in UtrechtExterior of Restobar Vivid in Utrecht
  • CUP N CRUST in Kralingen, RotterdamCUP N CRUST in Kralingen, Rotterdam
  • a cup of coffee at CUP N CRUST in Kralingen, Rotterdama cup of coffee at CUP N CRUST in Kralingen, Rotterdam
  • Focaccia's at CUP N CRUST in RotterdamFocaccia's at CUP N CRUST in Rotterdam
  • Latte at CUP N CRUST in RotterdamLatte at CUP N CRUST in Rotterdam
  • Strawberry Matcha Latte at CUP N CRUST in RotterdamStrawberry Matcha Latte at CUP N CRUST in Rotterdam
  • Haricot Maastricht - credits HaricotHaricot Maastricht - credits Haricot
  • Haricot Maastricht - credits HaricotHaricot Maastricht - credits Haricot
  • Restaurant Vivid in UtrechtRestaurant Vivid in Utrecht
  • Exterior of Restobar Vivid in UtrechtExterior of Restobar Vivid in Utrecht
  • CUP N CRUST in Kralingen, RotterdamCUP N CRUST in Kralingen, Rotterdam
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Every day we spot fun, new concepts. This week: CUP N CRUST, the ‘little sister’ of Panda Pizza in Kralingen, Rotterdam. A specialty coffee bar where they sell CUPS (coffees, lattes, Matcha, Chai, Mocktails) and CRUSTS (Focaccia’s). In Utrecht on the Nobelstraat, restobar Vivid opened its doors this month. A shared dining (or not, of course) concept where they serve Mediterranean dishes in a casual atmosphere with a DJ on Fridays and Saturdays. And in Maastricht, Haricot opened its doors this week. A fine dining restaurant but slightly different, with a focus on fish, crustaceans and shellfish.

We wish all these entrepreneurs and their teams lots of fun and success with their concepts. More information below!

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Trends we spotted | Week 50

13-12-2024

  • SH Hotels Resorts will open 1Hotel Tokyo in 2025SH Hotels Resorts will open 1Hotel Tokyo in 2025
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  • Heineken Hoek Steakhouse - credits Nina SlagmolenHeineken Hoek Steakhouse - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • Heineken Hoek Steakhouse - credits Nina SlagmolenHeineken Hoek Steakhouse - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • It's the season for soup! Panera Bread has Holiday Season Soup CupsIt's the season for soup! Panera Bread has Holiday Season Soup Cups
  • 'Reindeer Games Pop-Up Bar' at the Holston House Nashville'Reindeer Games Pop-Up Bar' at the Holston House Nashville
  • De Energiedirect X PSV kersttruiDe Energiedirect X PSV kersttrui
  • KFC Holiday sweatersKFC Holiday sweaters
  • The opening of the franchise store of Pain Quotidien in MaastrichtThe opening of the franchise store of Pain Quotidien in Maastricht
  • SH Hotels Resorts will open 1Hotel Tokyo in 2025SH Hotels Resorts will open 1Hotel Tokyo in 2025
  • SH Hotels Resorts will open 1Hotel Tokyo in 2025SH Hotels Resorts will open 1Hotel Tokyo in 2025
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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:

  • We think the Ritz Carlton Berlin has one of the most beautiful Christmas trees in their lobby, ‘Der Giving Tree’! An initiative to make wishes come true for children who are hospitalized. They give their guests and passers-by the change to participate in the season of giving.
  • Heineken Hoek Steakhouse has recently opened in the hotel ‘The Diamond’ in Amsterdam.
  • Le Pain Quotidien opened its first franchise in Maastricht and is looking for expansion to other Dutch cities through franchise.
  • Great examples of how international ‘Christmas trends’ are used – in their own way – in the Netherlands. A gondola and a ‘Christmas lighting party’ or as they call it a ‘magical winter evening’ at ‘t Noorden in Aalten. And you can dine in a transparent igloo at restaurant Saus in Bergen op Zoom.
  • 1 Hotels announced a new hotel in 2025: 1Hotel Tokyo.
  • A Reindeer Games Pop-Up Bar’ at Holston House Nashville.
  • Panera turns the holidays upside down with their new: limited edition Holiday Soup Cup Collection. Some ‘soup’- inspiration!
  • The ugly Christmas sweater ‘trend’ continues to inspire, this time we got a press release from soccer club PSV and came across a press release from KFC about their Christmas sweater.

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Young entrepreneurs & new concepts | Loft 88, Zeste Keuken & Bar and Sis & Joy

12-12-2024

  • Loft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise KraaijenbrinkLoft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise Kraaijenbrink
  • Mediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in GroningenMediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in Groningen
  • Mediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in GroningenMediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in Groningen
  • Mediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in GroningenMediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in Groningen
  • Mediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in GroningenMediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in Groningen
  • Lunchroom Sis & Joy at the Winkelhof in LeiderdorpLunchroom Sis & Joy at the Winkelhof in Leiderdorp
  • Nathalie & Joyce of lunchroom Sis & JoyNathalie & Joyce of lunchroom Sis & Joy
  • Lunchroom Sis & Joy at the Winkelhof in LeiderdorpLunchroom Sis & Joy at the Winkelhof in Leiderdorp
  • Loft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise KraaijenbrinkLoft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise Kraaijenbrink
  • Loft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise KraaijenbrinkLoft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise Kraaijenbrink
  • Loft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise KraaijenbrinkLoft 88 in Bilthoven - credits Denise Kraaijenbrink
  • Mediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in GroningenMediterranean food at restaurant Zeste in Groningen
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Every day we spot fun, new concepts. This week: Loft 88 which is opening a second location in Bilthoven and, like their location in IJsselstein, is set to become an ‘urban oasis with boho vibes’. Zeste Keuken & Bar in Groningen opened recently. You can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Zeste Kitchen & Bar, with many dishes and the limoncello being made in-house. And Sis & Joy, a lunchroom opened by two sisters at the Winkelhof in Leiderdorp . A spot to enjoy their delicious cakes but also have lunch and drinks.

We wish all these entrepreneurs and their teams lots of fun and success with their concepts. More information below!

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Trends we spotted | Week 48

2-12-2024

  • UNESCO X Relais & Châteaux - credits Villa CrespiUNESCO X Relais & Châteaux - credits Villa Crespi
  • Chocolate letters by the Entourage Group
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  • Parkcafé Parqiet x Restaurant ParkheuvelParkcafé Parqiet x Restaurant Parkheuvel
  • Co-founders Alexandre Haggai & Clément Benoît of CloneCo-founders Alexandre Haggai & Clément Benoît of Clone
  • Cake of the Notre Dame by NACARINACake of the Notre Dame by NACARINA
  • Build-A-Bear X KFCBuild-A-Bear X KFC
  • ZaCaffé in the Zara Man in MadridZaCaffé in the Zara Man in Madrid
  • Zara by Castro in LisbonZara by Castro in Lisbon
  • UNESCO X Relais & Châteaux - credits Villa CrespiUNESCO X Relais & Châteaux - credits Villa Crespi
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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:

  • Wheat flour brand NACARINA from Costa Rica created a cake replica to celebrate the historic reopening of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris. The official reopening is on December 8th this year.
  • UNESCO and Relais & Châteaux announce a partnership for sustainable development in harmony with all life on earth.
  • CollaBEARation Build-A-Bear & KFC®: Bears in KFC outfits!
  • Zara opened Zacaffé in Madrid, Zara by Castro coffee shop and a coffee shop concept store in Athens.
  • Clone, the European foodtech startup from Paris that has raised €105 million in funding, is officially launching in the Netherlands.
  • Collaboration of restaurant Parkheuvel (**) with Parkcafé Parqiet.
  • SOUS celebrates 2-year anniversary and kicks off Christmas.
  • ‘Wie zoet is krijgt lekkers! (Those who are sweet get treats) – This year MR PORTER Steakhouse, Bar & Lounge, IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar, THE DUCHESS and MOMO Restaurant, Bar & Lounge are offering a unique interpretation of a Sinterklaas classic on Thursday December 5: the chocolate letter.
  • And from Instagram: the Louis Vuitton dog collection. Would fit nicely in luxury hotels that allow dogs!

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Young entrepreneurs & new concepts | Don Utrecht, Daruma Crêpe and BunBun Amsterdam

28-11-2024

  • BunBun AmsterdamBunBun Amsterdam
  • The owners of Don Utrecht | Dish at Don UtrechtThe owners of Don Utrecht | Dish at Don Utrecht
  • Dishes at Don UtrechtDishes at Don Utrecht
  • Don UtrechtDon Utrecht
  • Don UtrechtDon Utrecht
  • BunBun AmsterdamBunBun Amsterdam
  • BunBun AmsterdamBunBun Amsterdam
  • The owners of Don Utrecht | Dish at Don UtrechtThe owners of Don Utrecht | Dish at Don Utrecht
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We spot fun, new concepts every day. This week: Don Utrecht, where you can enjoy coffee made with Neapolitan Kimbo beans and tasty Italian panninis, luxury sandwiches, salads and pastas. Daruma Crêpe where they make the Instagrammable ‘Crème Brûlée Crêpe’ and more; they have opened a shop in the Nishimarket in Rotterdam and have pop-ups in Amsterdam and Leiden. BunBun sells croissant buns in the centre of Amsterdam. They make 7 Bun flavours, 3 savoury and 4 sweet, every day.

We wish all these entrepreneurs and their teams lots of fun and good luck with their new restaurant, pop-ups and bakery, more details below!

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Trends we spotted | Week 47

26-11-2024

  • Ode aan de Amsterdamse bruine kroeg door auteur Jelle Koolschijn en fotograaf David van DartelOde aan de Amsterdamse bruine kroeg door auteur Jelle Koolschijn en fotograaf David van Dartel
  • Trends we spotted
  • Outback Steakhouse launched SteakmasOutback Steakhouse launched Steakmas
  • McDonald's is launching their McValue platform in US Restaurants in 2025McDonald's is launching their McValue platform in US Restaurants in 2025
  • The ‘All I want is Chipotle’ boxThe ‘All I want is Chipotle’ box
  • Drippy's Rotterdam - credits Stacii-Samidin - Kay & Colin - credits Jasper MulderDrippy's Rotterdam - credits Stacii-Samidin - Kaj & Colin - credits Jasper Mulder
  • Restaurant van het Jaar van JRE-Nederland is restaurant Spetters in BreskensRestaurant van het Jaar van JRE-Nederland is restaurant Spetters in Breskens
  • KULT Kefir -an organic, healthy drink based on water kefirKULT Kefir -an organic, healthy drink based on water kefir
  • Ode aan de Amsterdamse bruine kroeg door auteur Jelle Koolschijn en fotograaf David van DartelOde aan de Amsterdamse bruine kroeg door auteur Jelle Koolschijn en fotograaf David van Dartel
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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:

  • Spotted on Instagram: A Snowglobe Christmas Cocktail! A G&T with edible white glitter and edible crocs and frozen Rudolph cream on hot chocolate!
  • Holiday season inspiration from Australia, Outback Steakhouse launched Steakmas, with a ‘Koala on the Walla’.
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill recently announced it is bringing back three of its best-selling merchandise in their ‘All I want is Chipotle’
  • Restaurant Spetters in Breskens has been named ‘Restaurant of the Year’ by restaurant association JRE-Nederland.
  • KULT Kefir is an innovative Belgian brand which sells an organic, healthy drink based on water kefir. You can order it at different restaurants and bars and it’s now also available in supermarkets in the Netherlands.
  • Youtuber Kaj Gorgels and culinary influencer Colin Knopper are opening burger restaurant Drippy’s in Rotterdam in cooperation with the CEO of the restaurant chain ‘De Beren’.
  • McDonald’s will launch their McValue platform in US Restaurants next year!

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