Hotel Sosei Sapporo at the heart of the Japanese island of Hokkaido has opened
15-2-2024
On the island of Hokkaido, Japan’s fifth largest city did welcome the latest addition to the Accor Group’s MGallery Collection since of January 2024. Set in the Sosei East neighborhood, where the cultural heritage is as present as ever, Hotel Sosei Sapporo exalts Japanese tradition while integrating discreet touches of modernity and character. An eclectic mix for a destination that offers a complete getaway sensation.
We publish this opening because we like the design and architecture of Hotel Sosei Sapporo.
The Lana in Dubai | The first hotel of the Dorchester Collection in the Middle East
13-2-2024
Dorchester Collection’s hotly anticipated new opening, The Lana in Dubai, has welcomed its first dining and overnight guests. An architectural statement designed by Foster + Partners, the hotel represents the ultimate expression of trusted hospitality and elevated living, offering 225 rooms and suites and eight new dining concepts; including four that have been created with three of the world’s most celebrated chefs. The hotel’s sophisticated interiors have been designed and executed by the famed Parisian duo, Gilles & Boissier and incorporate a carefully curated section of more than 50 art pieces, commissioned by local and global artists. The Lana will also be home to the first Dior Spa in the UAE, set to open in April 2024.
Trends we spotted | Week 06
12-2-2024
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:
- New ‘cathedral of fried chicken’ – restaurant COQODAQ – opened in New York. Great design!
- Clean the World is celebrating 15 years of making the world a better place with sustainable recycling solutions for the hospitality industry.
- From February 29th to March 3rd, IKEA will take over 28 Rue de Lappe close to Paris’s Bastille to celebrate the exhibition IKEA+, that will take place during Paris Fashion Week.
- McDonald’s restrooms in Japan have cleaning devices for phones, the WOSH of Wota.
- Stayokay is the first hostel chain in the world to switch completely to bamboo toilet paper from The Good Roll.
- Hobart’s Single Cup Washer allows one reusable cup to be washed in an energy-efficient and hygienic way.
- Exceptional bucket list locations of McDonald’s including the McSki and a beautiful location in Porto.
- 5 new dishes at THE BUTCHER restaurant chain in Amsterdam in collaboration with Frites Atelier.
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Culinary ‘Fullmoon Party’ at Wolf Atelier | Eat, drink, dance with the Wolf
9-2-2024
On February 24 during the full moon, the wolf goes wild. Wolf Atelier will host the first edition of a series of culinary ‘Fullmoon Parties’. When the moon is at its fullest, Amsterdam’s nocturnal animals will be tasting and dancing the night away during the culinary ‘Fullmoon Party’ on the Spoorbrug near Westerdok.
The Bosshardtje | A new cookie with roots in Amsterdam
6-2-2024
From the 14th of February 2024, on the day of love, available throughout the Netherlands: the one and only Bosshardtje, a cookie named after Major Bosshardt, who in 2009 was elected the Greatest Amsterdammer of all time. Created by the Foundation Eberhardjes Amsterdam.
Trends we spotted | Week 05
5-2-2024
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 Social Hub San Sebastián opened its doors February 1st.
- The Oleato beverages are now available at all Starbucks stores in the U.S.
- The brand Sofitel launched a new concept – The Haute Croissanterie.
- Subway® in the USA announced a strong start to 2024 with the high demand for the new footlong ‘Sidekicks’.
- De innovative ‘White Vegatables’ collection by Koppert Cress has expanded with ‘Feather Tops’, ‘Talpa Shoots’ and the new Sweet Lov, all sprouts are produced in the dark.
- Stayokay Hostels returns to the Dutch region ‘Brabant’ with a new hostel on Strijp-S in Eindhoven.
- Cocomelt is a chocolate café in London that serves sushi crêpes. Great idea for Pancake Day?
- In September a new cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi will be released, called ‘Comfort’. He will visit Amsterdam to promote the book in November.
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The White Castle Love Kit to create an at-home Valentine’s Day experience
2-2-2024
For more than 30 years, White Castle, America’s first fast-food hamburger chain, has transformed its restaurants on Valentine’s Day into Love Castles with special décor, hostess seating and tableside service. Each year, tens of thousands of Cravers join their partners, friends and family for this special evening. But what about those unable to secure a reservation or drive to one of the 300-plus participating Castles? In the USA their fans can buy a White Castle Love Kit to create an at home Valentine’s Day experience.
Trends we spotted | Week 04
29-1-2024
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 McDonald’s All American Games return to Houston this April.
- A new year and a new PIZOOKIE® at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse®, based on a cinnamon roll.
- A bouquet of ice cream spotted in an ice cream / Bonsai tree shop in Kyoto, Japan.
- Bram ladage, a famous snack bar chain in and around Rotterdam, hands out free ‘Brammetjes’ again this Valentine’s Day.
- For the lovers of strong coffee, an Italian Iced Coffee recipe.
- Spotted in a Starbucks in Thailand, a special coffee machine to prepare coffees.
- ‘Beauty in and out’ at the ‘48 Collagen Café’ in Paris, it is opening this summer!
- Ruby Hotels opened their first hotel in Stuttgart, Ruby Hanna Hotel & Bar.
- And the floating +POOL is opening this summer in the East River in New York City.
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Restaurant BARBOUNIA | La dolce vita in the Conservatorium Hotel
25-1-2024
Opening – This week, Mediterranean restaurant BARBOUNIA opened at the Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam. The soft opening is until January 30th, guests dining at BARBOUNIA are paying reduced rates during this period. The restaurant takes its inspiration from three renowned culinary cultures: Italy, the French Riviera and Greece. Surrounding regions and cultures are also subtly featured. Located in the Conservatorium Hotel, in the middle of the Museum Quarter – the luxurious and cultural heart of the city – BARBOUNIA offers a unique setting. With its glass ceiling and adjacent terrace, it is an asset to Amsterdam.
Pamper Your Valentine at THE ENTOURAGE GROUP
23-1-2024
Love deserves to be celebrated, especially on Valentine’s Day! And as the saying goes, ‘the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach’, the restaurants of THE ENTOURAGE GROUP have once again created culinary drinks and dishes to make your heart race.
Hotel Sosei Sapporo by the MGallery Collection - Restaurant
Hotel Sosei Sapporo by the MGallery Collection - Front desk
Hotel Sosei Sapporo by the MGallery Collection - Entrance
Hotel Sosei Sapporo by the MGallery Collection - Restaurant
Hotel Sosei Sapporo by the MGallery Collection - Deluxe room
Hotel Sosei Sapporo by the MGallery Collection - Bar
Hotel Sosei Sapporo - Superior Heritage Room
