Mastercard Hotel Night | Fashion parties in hotels 

9-1-2024

The Marjority of the program of Mastercard’s Hotel night 2024 has been announced. Not only will Amsterdammers sleep in the city’s finest hotels for a special price, they can also go to exclusive parties, workshops and special dinners on 13 & 14 January. The predominant theme this year is ‘fashion’.  lees verder

Restaurant Izakaya DUKI | Eating, drinking and singing in Japanese ambiance

2-1-2024

  • Restaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of TokyoRestaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of Tokyo
  • Restaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of TokyoRestaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of Tokyo
  • Restaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of TokyoRestaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of Tokyo
  • Restaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of TokyoRestaurant Izakaya DUKI in Rotterdam - The Duke of Tokyo

Just before the end of the year 2023, on December 29, Izakaya DUKI opened its doors at Hofplein in Rotterdam. The restaurant is part of the recently opened karaoke bar the Duke of Tokyo.

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Trends we spotted | Week 52

29-12-2023

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 social media posts about:

  • Pints’ of wine stocked on Britain’s shelves for the first time ever.
  • Quality Bistro has a love story with butter. They even serve a Birthday butter!
  • A new Japanese store and restaurant, iRASSHAi, opened in Paris. They call themselves: ‘Le rendeze-vous des amateurs de cuisine Japonaise’.
  • Santa’s Teddy Bear Tea is a special tradition at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. We love it and think that it’s inspirational for many other hotels!
  • The Savoy introduced their first Christmas Shop, a hidden treasure trove of festive delights nestled away beyond the Front Hall.
  • The Daily Kneads serves a croissant filled with soft serve ice cream, we spotted a croffle before but this simple recipe of a croissant and soft serve ice cream looks delicious as well.
  • The Landmark hotel in London introduced a Broissant in their Cake Shop. Check out what a broissant is in the Instagram post about it!

Enjoy reading!

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Trends we spotted | Week 51

22-12-2023

  • Trends we spotted
  • 2 Dutch restaurants in the 50 best Italian restaurants - Pianeta Terra - Aroma2 Dutch restaurants in the 50 best Italian restaurants - Pianeta Terra - Aroma
  • Christmas cookies by A Dynamite CompanyChristmas cookies by A Dynamite Company
  • DiscoDip - Miljuschka's Culinary Festival in May 2024DiscoDip - Miljuschka's Culinary Festival in May 2024
  • In Hangzhou China opened the 10.000th store of KFC ChinaIn Hangzhou China opened the 10.000th store of KFC China
  • Karaoke bar Duke of Tokyo Rotterdam - credits dots lexpanderKaraoke bar Duke of Tokyo Rotterdam - credits dots lexpander
  • Miss G's in Amsterdam enjoying American food like Mac ’n Cheese BallsMiss G's in Amsterdam enjoying American food like Mac ’n Cheese Balls
  • New York Pizza opened their 300th store in the NetherlandsNew York Pizza opened their 300th store in the Netherlands

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:

  • Inspiration from Instagram: the beautiful courtyard garden of the Plaza Athénéé, including a small ice rink! Serving bread with a butter candle and pink hot chocolate bought outside at Harrods’ food truck!
  • Recently opened in Hangzhou, KFC China’s 10,000th store. Built up by Yum China Holdings over the past 36 years.
  • In the Netherlands, New York Pizza celebrates their 30-year anniversary and the opening in Breda of their 300th outlet!
  • DiscoDip – Dutch tv chef Miljuschka Witzenhausen does organize a Culinary festival, it will take place on 24, 25 and 26 May 2024 in recreation area Bussloo at the Veluwe. Tickets are on sale now.
  • The ‘Limited Edition Cinnamon Christmas Buddy’ cookies are on sale now at the store of the ladies of Dynamite in Amsterdam. Tomorrow, December 23, they will treat you to a hot cup of coffee or chocolate milk in their store.
  • Two Dutch restaurants in the 50 best Italian restaurants in the world, Pianeta Terra in Amsterdam at spot 23 and restaurant Aroma in Vaassen as a newcomer at spot 43!
  • Recently the third location of karaoke bar Duke of Tokyo opened at Hofplein in Rotterdam.
  • Eating ‘Mac ‘n Cheese Balls’ or ‘Chicken & Waffles’ at the popular brunch spot Miss G’s is now also possible at dinner, and they have a new interior.
  • We came across an article about the Barraquito, a hot version of an espresso martini from the island of Tenerife. It looks great and delicious!

Click on the title if you like to read the full article. Enjoy reading!

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Contest for Holiday Cheermakers around the U.S. by Starbucks

18-12-2023

  • Christina Milian and Starbucks - Michael & David - Holiday Cheermakers contestChristina Milian and Starbucks - Michael & David - Holiday Cheermakers contest
  • Christina Milian and Starbucks - Holiday Cheermakers contestChristina Milian and Starbucks - Holiday Cheermakers contest
  • Christina Milian and Starbucks - Holiday Cheermakers contest 2Christina Milian and Starbucks - Holiday Cheermakers contest

December 14, Starbucks started their search for five of the merriest homes in the U.S. – and the stories behind the people who bring cheer to their neighborhood during the holidays. This holiday season, Starbucks is teaming up with singer, songwriter and actress Christina Milian. From December 14 through Sunday, December 17, Starbucks invited everyone to share how their home’s holiday display brings cheer to their neighborhood. Everyone could submit an image of their very merry home to holidaycheermakers.com and share their story and inspiration for a chance to be selected as one of Starbucks Holiday Cheermakers. Five winners will receive Starbucks Cards for their neighborhood to enjoy.

The contest already closed but we think it’s a great idea to organize a contest like this as local shops! Even in the Netherlands where most Christmas decorations are modest in comparison to some streets in the USA!  

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New biodegradable cup for hot beverages | SOFi Hot Cup

15-12-2023

  • SOFi Hot Cup - SOFi Products unveiled their new plastic-free, biodegradable cup without lidSOFi Hot Cup - SOFi Products unveiled their new plastic-free, biodegradable cup without lid
  • SOFi Hot Cup upside down - SOFi Products unveiled their new plastic-free, biodegradable cup without lidSOFi Hot Cup upside down - SOFi Products unveiled their new plastic-free, biodegradable cup without lid

After four years of research and development, SOFi Products is excited to reveal its new 100% plastic-free, biodegradable cup for hot beverages that doesn’t require a separate lid. The SOFi Hot Cup features three flaps that fold together to form a spill-proof spout. This design eliminates the need for a separate plastic lid, saving businesses money, storage space and freight costs. The company’s breakthrough patent-pending locking mechanism also ensures unmatched spill protection, while its proprietary water-based coating eliminates soggy sips.

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Trends we spotted | Week 49

11-12-2023

  • Trends we spotted
  • Emission-free and energy-efficient coffee roasting - credits CEEEmission-free and energy-efficient coffee roasting - credits CEE
  • Fletcher Hotels acquires Hotel Restaurant Oud London in ZeistFletcher Hotels acquires Hotel Restaurant Oud London in Zeist
  • Mercure Hotels celebrates 50 years - with Discover Local The bucketlist editionMercure Hotels celebrates 50 years - with Discover Local The bucketlist edition
  • Silver Eels - #EELNOTHANKYOU by Relais & Chateaux - credits Sebastien Manne OFBSilver Eels - #EELNOTHANKYOU by Relais & Chateaux - credits Sebastien Manne OFB

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:

  • An emission-free and energy-efficient coffee roasting line will be built in Belgium – a collaboration between Sucafina, Beyers Koffie and the Belgian cleantech company CEE.
  • A recent study by the University of Wageningen researched the Dutch supermarket sector and reports a significant decrease in food waste.
  • SVH (The Dutch foundation for professionalism in the catering industry) has announced the Top 3 Best Hospitality Training Companies and Best Trainers for 2023/2024.
  • Fletcher Hotels, the largest hotel chain in the Netherlands, expands with the acquisition of Hotel Restaurant Oud London in Zeist.
  • Mercure Hotels celebrates its 50th anniversary with the launch of ‘Discover Local: The Bucket List Edition’, a selection of 50 unique culinary experiences worldwide.
  • Relais & Châteaux, a leading association of world-class chefs, has committed to protecting the critically endangered European eel by immediately removing it from their menus. #EELNOTANKYOU
  • From Instagram: Christmas tree croissants as a festive delight; espresso Romano and gilded holiday splendor at Le Bristol Paris.

Enjoy reading!

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After Dinner Sip | Extend the holidays and skip your dip

8-12-2023

  • After dinner sipAfter dinner sip
  • After dinner sipAfter dinner sip

On December 28 and 29, there probably isn’t a whole lot on your calendar. The days between Christmas and the turn of the year are generally days to recover from Christmas and prepare for a festive end to the year. To make these days even more fun you can go to ‘After Dinner Sip’ in Utrecht this year.

A party to make the dip between Christmas and New Year’s Eve more fun and one of the last parties before the start of the healthy or vegan January regime!

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A new spin off by McDonald’s, CosMc’s

8-12-2023

  • A new spin off by McDonald's called CosMc'sA new spin off by McDonald's called CosMc's

In August of this year we read about the first rumours that McDonald’s would introduce a new spin off called CosMc’s. Now the news is in the open and they started to trial in the first location Bolingbrook, Illinois. It’s opening today! The concept is based on CosMc, a McDonald’s-craving space alien, who first appeared as a character in the late 80’s and early 90’s promotional advertisements. CosMc’s is a new small-format, beverage-led concept that’s inspired by nostalgia and powered by a menu of bold, refreshing beverages and tasty treats.

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Taco Bell at Home | Limited-edition ‘Taco Bell SOS kits’ for students

8-12-2023

  • Taco Bell SOS Kit - including a stain-resistant sheet - credits Business WireTaco Bell SOS Kit - including a stain-resistant sheet - credits Business Wire

As finals season begins across college campuses nationwide, thousands of students find themselves without a Taco Bell® restaurant within walking distance – leaving them in distress when study session cravings hit. Recently Taco Bell at Home came to the rescue with the new ‘Taco Bell SOS Kits’, designed to give students on these campuses the mouthwatering Taco Bell goodness, even without a restaurant nearby. The kit features the newest Taco Bell at Home essentials from Kraft Heinz to recreate fan-favorite menu items.

Great idea to focus on students in their finals season!

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