Trends we spotted | Week 32

12-8-2024

  • Ras Al Khaimah's leading lifestyle developer will be present throughout the month of August at HarrodsRas Al Khaimah's leading lifestyle developer will be present throughout the month of August at Harrods
  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • Crystal Lagoons will open a Public Access Lagoons® in SevilleCrystal Lagoons will open a Public Access Lagoons® in Seville
  • Duvel X Iwan-Smit - credits Simone Michielsen Duvel X Iwan-Smit - credits Simone Michielsen
  • Ras Al Khaimah's leading lifestyle developer will be present throughout the month of August at HarrodsRas Al Khaimah's leading lifestyle developer will be present throughout the month of August at Harrods
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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:

  • Seville is getting a Crystal Lagoons project aka a Public Access Lagoons Meanwhile, there are quite a few lagoons in the pipeline for Europe.
  • Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Hamra is targeting UK and overseas investors with a month-long, PR concept at Harrods. Opening in August.
  • A research institute in Japan for a special dish! The dish: raw eggs over rice or as they call it: Tamago Kake Gohan (TKG). Ever heard of yuzu eggs or wine eggs?
  • Frittenwerk already has 40+ branches in Germany. They are ready to open branches outside Germany as well. Check out their marketing! Really cool.
  • Dutch GP announces biggest ever flag campaign in Dutch sports history.
  • Saudi Arabia has unveiled the designs for 11 new stadiums for the 2034 World Cup as part of its bid book. Extraordinary architecture!
  • McDonald’s is testing a ‘Big Arch’ burger in Portugal.
  • Savor has developed a technology that turns carbon into cooking fats, oils, and other food products, like butter.
  • Artist Iwan Smit designed the 2024 Duvel Glasses. The theme for the design is, ‘making a real connection’.
  • And a reel about a Cherry Crioche, created by chef Dmytro Zhukovets. More inspiration on his Instagram account!  

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Trends we spotted | Week 31

6-8-2024

  • Gerrit de Kiewit Trofee for Chiel Dohmen, in the middle Chiel de Boer and right Siebe Stellingwerff BeintemaGerrit de Kiewit Trofee for Chiel Dohmen, in the middle Chiel de Boer and right Siebe Stellingwerff Beintema
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  • Pasquale Carfora, chef of Aroma Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Vaassen, won the Primo dei Campi competition in ItalyPasquale Carfora, chef of Aroma Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Vaassen, won the Primo dei Campi competition in Italy
  • Pasquale Carfora, chef of Aroma Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Vaassen, won the Primo dei Campi competition in ItalyPasquale Carfora, chef of Aroma Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Vaassen, won the Primo dei Campi competition in Italy
  • NeoTaste app now also available outside AmsterdamNeoTaste app now also available outside Amsterdam
  • ‘Inspired by KM’, Kylian Mbappé and Accor forge alliance to empower younger generations‘Inspired by KM’ - Kylian Mbappé and Accor forge alliance to empower younger generations
  • Gerrit de Kiewit Trofee for Chiel Dohmen, in the middle Chiel de Boer and right Siebe Stellingwerff BeintemaGerrit de Kiewit Trofee for Chiel Dohmen, in the middle Chiel de Boer and right Siebe Stellingwerff Beintema
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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:

  • People’s Captain is a special beer brand in the UK that supports positive mental health in the country. They’re brewing positivity.
  • We love to follow news around lab-grown meat and we read that the UK is the first European country to approve putting lab-grown meat in pet food. It will be done by Meatly.
  • Spotted on Instagram, Fruttini. They produces artisanal frosted fruit in Paris. It looks delicious!
  • It’s croissant time again, we spotted a new one: the Cröner. Turkish kebab and the croissant meet to create the ultimate kebab. Sold at Cio’s Grill & Kebab in Vienna.
  • ‘Inspired by KM’, Kylian Mbappé and Accor forge alliance to empower younger generations.
  • For those who love to play a game of ping pong, you should try Tipong Sport, created in France!
  • Great name swap: pickles festival Picklesburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! We know that they love pickles in the US but we wonder if Europeans would fancy pickle shaved ice, pickle tots or pickle cheesesteak.
  • After a redesign the Asian restaurant Mr. Sam will reopen this month in Amsterdam.
  • Earlier we wrote about the introduction of the German app NeoTaste in Amsterdam, they’re now expanding to many more Dutch cities. They have a lot of restaurants offering special culinary benefits in Amsterdam and Rotterdam for example.
  • Pasquale Carfora, chef of Aroma Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in the small Dutch town of Vaassen, is named winner of the renowned Primo dei Campi competition in Italy.
  • Chiel Dohmen, owner of restaurant By Chiel in Zutphen, has been awarded the prestigious Gerrit de Kiewit Trophy of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Nederland.

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Trends we spotted | Week 30

29-7-2024

  • Arrival by helicopter of Flexjet at The EmoryArrival by helicopter of Flexjet at The Emory
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  • State of Play Hospitality will open a Flight Club in NYCState of Play Hospitality will open a Flight Club in NYC
  • Ruby Bea Hotel in FlorenceRuby Bea Hotel in Florence
  • Ruby Bea Hotel & Dante Workspaces FlorenceRuby Bea Hotel & Dante Workspaces Florence
  • Courtyard Wingstop pop-up in ParisCourtyard Wingstop pop-up in Paris
  • Arrival by helicopter of Flexjet at The EmoryArrival by helicopter of Flexjet at The Emory
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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:

  • A sustainability focused food wholesaler for restaurants in London, Collectiv Food, created a new way of delivery, cutting emissions by 75% compared to competitors.
  • State of Play Hospitality, an operator of tech-enhanced social entertainment concepts, signs lease to open a flagship ‘Flight Club’ in Manhattan, NYC.
  • Croicheese or cheesecake croissant anybody?
  • One litre buckets with Aperol Spritz or other cocktails at beach bar Stella Marina in Monterosso, Italy.
  • Pop-up Wingstop restaurant in Paris during the Olympics! Wingstop is known for its cooked-to-order chicken wings, iconic flavors and housemade ranch.
  • Kaylin + Kaylin Pickles sell pickles and they even had a pickle tasting station in LA. Now they opened a stand at the Farmers Market from which they sell Pickle Boats!
  • Private aviation leader Flexjet, and London’s most exclusive new hotel, The Emory, have recently announced a bespoke collaboration, designed to offer guests the ultimate airborne hotel arrival experience, included in their stay.
  • Ruby Hotels opened their 19th location, in Florence, Italy. Ruby Bea Hotel is located in the same building as Ruby Dante Workspaces.

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Zabroni cascara ice tea syrup | Sustainable, healthy, enjoy the natural essence

26-7-2024

  • Zabroni seperate cascaraZabroni seperate cascara
  • Cascara ice tea syrupCascara ice tea syrup
  • Zabroni cascara ice tea syrupZabroni cascara ice tea syrup
  • Zabroni seperate cascaraZabroni seperate cascara
  • Cascara ice tea syrupCascara ice tea syrup
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Zabroni introduces a refreshing new drink: ice tea syrup with a twist. The very first cascara ice tea on the Dutch market is a special and sustainable product with versatile applications.

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Rotterdam Urban Winery | A world’s first: wine from rescued table grapes

22-7-2024

  • Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam - credit Studio SoonSparkling Rosé - Rotterdam - credit Studio Soon
  • Rotterdam Urban WineryRotterdam Urban Winery
  • Sparkling White & Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam Urban Winery - credits Studio SoonSparkling White & Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam Urban Winery - credits Studio Soon
  • Sparkling White & Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam Urban Winery - credits Studio SoonSparkling White & Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam Urban Winery - credits Studio Soon
  • Sparkling White & Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam Urban Winery - credits Studio SoonSparkling White & Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam Urban Winery - credits Studio Soon
  • Sparkling Rosé - Rotterdam - credit Studio SoonSparkling Rosé - Rotterdam - credit Studio Soon
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With the launch of the first circular wines of Rotterdam Urban Winery, the brand has taken a revolutionary step in the world of sustainable wine production and curbing food waste. These wines, made from table grapes that would otherwise end up in the waste bin, set a new standard for sustainability and innovation in wine production. The celebratory launch was at Bar Stroom, where farmers, circular food entrepreneurs and Rotterdam culture makers are working together to create sustainable change.

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Trends we spotted | Week 28

16-7-2024

  • Welzijnsbudget voor medewerkers van DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal StationWelzijnsbudget voor medewerkers van DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • Cooling, light-Transmissive, and glare-Free: the new material combines several unique properties. (Photo: Gan Huang, KIT)Cooling, light-Transmissive, and glare-Free: the new material combines several unique properties. (Photo: Gan Huang, KIT)
  • Tourist Board Michelin SloveniaTourist Board Michelin Slovenia
  • Outback Steakhouse Bloomin OnionOutback Steakhouse Bloomin Onion
  • Moët in Paris by Allenos Location Credits Virgile GuinardMoët in Paris by Allenos Location Credits Virgile Guinard
  • Moët Chandon Allenos LogoMoët Chandon Allenos Logo
  • Welzijnsbudget voor medewerkers van DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal StationWelzijnsbudget voor medewerkers van DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
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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:

  • 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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Fedde Le Grand and MESAMIS | Alcohol-free delights in the spotlight

28-6-2024

  • GINAMISGINAMIS
  • DJ Fedde Le Grand and MESAMIS turn the spotlight on alcohol-free delightsDJ Fedde Le Grand and MESAMIS turn the spotlight on alcohol-free delights
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  • DJ Fedde Le Grand and MESAMIS turn the spotlight on alcohol-free delightsDJ Fedde Le Grand and MESAMIS turn the spotlight on alcohol-free delights
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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.

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Frank brunch, lunch & specialty coffee concept | Opens second location in Brussels

27-6-2024

  • Bread at Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light PhotoBread at Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Chef Mathias and his partner Marianne of Frank - credits Equinox Light PhotoChef Mathias and his partner Marianne of Frank - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Brunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light PhotoBrunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Brunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light PhotoBrunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Brunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light PhotoBrunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Brunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light PhotoBrunch - lunch - coffee specialty hotspot Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Bread at Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light PhotoBread at Frank in Brussels - credits Equinox Light Photo
  • Chef Mathias and his partner Marianne of Frank - credits Equinox Light PhotoChef Mathias and his partner Marianne of Frank - credits Equinox Light Photo
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Frank is opening a second location in Brussels, in the plinth of the new Citybox hotel on Stephania Square, in the Louiza neighbourhood. The new spot builds on the success of owners Mathias and Marianne’s first shop, next to the Monnaie. Frank’s philosophy will continue in the second establishment both during the day and in the evening. Frank and the hotel will open its doors in early September.

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Trends we spotted | Week 25

25-6-2024

  • Gossler & Florin X DaalderGossler & Florin X Daalder
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  • We're Smart Award Ceremony 2024 for the Best Vegetable Restaurant takes place in ValenciaWe're Smart Award Ceremony 2024 for the Best Vegetable Restaurant takes place in Valencia
  • Restaurant Noor listed in OAD's ranking - credits Chantal ArntsRestaurant Noor listed in OAD's ranking - credits Chantal Arnts
  • Quality Lodgings celebrates 21st anniversary with 21 dinnerQuality Lodgings celebrates 21st anniversary with 21 dinner
  • Maarten van der Weijden brings the first Haring to Hilton AmsterdamMaarten van der Weijden brings the first Haring to Hilton Amsterdam
  • The Connaught unveils art installation by Alex Israel on Carlos Place in LondonThe Connaught unveils art installation by Alex Israel on Carlos Place in London
  • Seventh Brunch named ‘Best Brunch’ in Lisbon by TripadvisorSeventh Brunch named ‘Best Brunch’ in Lisbon by Tripadvisor
  • Gossler & Florin X DaalderGossler & Florin X Daalder
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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:

  • 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

  • The Frisian beers by Brewery GudzekopThe Frisian beers by Brewery Gudzekop
  • Capo Tonic made with Vecchio Amaro del CapoCapo Tonic made with Vecchio Amaro del Capo
  • Santani Organic Soda or as described 'Goodness in a can'Santani Organic Soda or as described 'Goodness in a can'
  • Frysk Oranje BierFrysk Oranje Bier
  • GiG Orange Anthem - a special hard seltzerGiG Orange Anthem - a special hard seltzer
  • Sparkling tea cuvée HopHout - credits Dylan de GraafSparkling tea cuvée HopHout - credits Dylan de Graaf
  • The Mocktail Club - credits Buro BonitoThe Mocktail Club - credits Buro Bonito
  • Sparkling sake by the Japanese sake brewery ShichikenSparkling sake by the Japanese sake brewery Shichiken
  • The All Day Bubbles concept by Time to SparkleThe All Day Bubbles concept by Time to Sparkle
  • Sparkling Juicy Tea by Privatkelterie van NahmenSparkling Juicy Tea by Privatkelterie van Nahmen
  • The Frisian beers by Brewery GudzekopThe Frisian beers by Brewery Gudzekop
  • Capo Tonic made with Vecchio Amaro del CapoCapo Tonic made with Vecchio Amaro del Capo
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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. 😉

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