Trends we spotted | Week 29

25-7-2023

  • Trends we spotted
  • Beans is How - Global game-changers join forces to increase bean consumptionBeans is How - Global game-changers join forces to increase bean consumption
  • GOOD Meat & José Andrés make historic U.S. sale of Cultivated ChickenGOOD Meat & José Andrés make historic U.S. sale of Cultivated Chicken
  • Jong klassiek talent tijdens 'klassiek op het Amstelveld'- credits Anne Meyer FotografieJong klassiek talent tijdens 'klassiek op het Amstelveld'- credits Anne Meyer Fotografie
  • The cultivated chicken by UPSIDE FoodsThe cultivated chicken by UPSIDE Foods

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 among others, global game-changers like Proveg International join forces to increase bean consumption with a ambition ‘Beans is How’ campaign.

Reservations to taste and experience UPSIDE Foods’ Cultivated Chicken at Bar Crenn are open! And the other approved cultivated chicken producer Good Meat celebrated the 100th birthday of the godfather of cultivated meat, Willem van Eelen, with a dish created by José Andrés at China Chilcano.

For those cocktail lovers living or visiting London, we have seen incredible cocktails on Instagram served by the Incognito Cocktail Company,  they have 4 locations. And Lilly’s Café in the Covent Garden’s Piazza serves a ‘Bottomless Rosé’ brunch this summer.

From Friday 15 to Sunday 17 September 2023, the festival ‘Classical on the Amstelveld’ will be organized in Amsterdam for the 11th time. Visiting on Friday and Saturday is free!

In Rotterdam you can enjoy the Japanese Souffle pancakes at the Souffle Café, a lot of Wiggleness! And also spotted on Instagram: the Gâteau Mille-pressé by Gariguette in Japan, it looks delicious!

A new pop-up in LA by the luggage brand Béis, the BÉIS Hotel, is still open till July 29. And Burger King in Brazil introduced the Barbie Burger combo meal in pink.

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Son Bunyola Hotel | Virgin Limited Edition’s newest hotel in Mallorca

24-7-2023

  • Son Bunyola Hotel with exterior poolSon Bunyola Hotel with exterior pool
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - deluxe sea view room 14 with terraceSon Bunyola Hotel - deluxe sea view room 14 with terrace
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - receptionSon Bunyola Hotel - reception
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - sa terrassa restaurant bar with staffSon Bunyola Hotel - sa terrassa restaurant bar with staff
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - sea view room 26 - bathroomSon Bunyola Hotel - sea view room 26 - bathroom
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - sea view room 26Son Bunyola Hotel - sea view room 26
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - sea view room 27Son Bunyola Hotel - sea view room 27
  • Son Bunyola Hotel -deluxe mountain view roomSon Bunyola Hotel -deluxe mountain view room
  • Son Bunyola Hotel - exterior pool and terraceSon Bunyola Hotel - exterior pool and terrace

The Son Bunyola Hotel and Villas opened its doors for the first time following a historical restoration of a 16th century Mallorcan Finca, becoming the newest luxury hotel in Mallorca.

We love the breathtaking spot and the understated design!

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TOMBSTONE® Pizza raises the bar with new Bar Snacks Pizza

21-7-2023

  • Tombstone Bar Snacks Pizza with mozzarella sticks - zesty fried pickles and onionsTombstone Bar Snacks Pizza with mozzarella sticks - zesty fried pickles and onions

If anyone knows bar food, it’s TOMBSTONE® Pizza, which is why the brand that was born in a bar nearly 65 years ago in Medford, Wisconsin is paying homage to its roots with the introduction of the TOMBSTONE Bar Snacks Pizza for the International Beer Day 2023. Fans can enter for a chance to win the unapologetic, over-the-top bold flavour experience that features bar snack favourites all on one buttery, crispy crust. Topped with gooey mozzarella sticks, zesty fried pickles and fried onions, the pizza is finished off with spicy jalapeno slices and nacho cheese sauce, bringing the boldest, craziest bar bite straight to the homes of lucky winners.

A pizza with a crispy crust with crunchy mozza sticks, fried pickles and onions! We have spotted the Frikan’ Dutchman pizza by Domino’s here in the Netherlands with the Dutch bar snack ‘Frikandel’ or the Turkish pizza with our national bar snack ‘kroket’, called Pizza Marjolein’, at a cafetaria in Utrecht (we couldn’t find it on the menu anymore).  We think the mozza sticks and fried onions are more appropriate on pizza!

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Hilton New York Times Square unveiled Aladdin’s Times Square Palace Suite

21-7-2023

  • Hilton New York Times Square -Aladdins Times Square Palace - credits 2023 HiltonHilton New York Times Square -Aladdins Times Square Palace - credits 2023 Hilton
  • Hilton New York Times Square -Aladdins Times Square Palace -credits 2023 HiltonHilton New York Times Square -Aladdins Times Square Palace -credits 2023 Hilton
  • Hilton New York Times Square - Genie Martini - credits 2023 HiltonHilton New York Times Square - Genie Martini - credits 2023 Hilton
  • Hilton New York Times Square -Genie Lamp - credits 2023 HiltonHilton New York Times Square -Genie Lamp - credits 2023 Hilton
  • Hilton New York Times Square - _Aladdin Snake-Table - Credits 2023 HiltonHilton New York Times Square - _Aladdin Snake-Table - Credits 2023 Hilton

With summer travel in full swing and families traveling to enjoy Broadway experiences this season, Hilton New York Times Square has unveiled an Aladdin’s Times Square Palace suite complementing the hotel’s close proximity to Disney’s Aladdin the Musical on Broadway.

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Rooftop to go | Wet deck of the W Amsterdam

20-7-2023

  • The rooftop Wet Deck at the W AmsterdamThe rooftop Wet Deck at the W Amsterdam
  • The rooftop Wet Deck at the W AmsterdamThe rooftop Wet Deck at the W Amsterdam
  • The rooftop Wet Deck at the W AmsterdamThe rooftop Wet Deck at the W Amsterdam
  • A Chandon Garden Spritz served at the Wet Deck at the W AmsterdamA Chandon Garden Spritz served at the Wet Deck at the W Amsterdam

You no longer have to go to New York for the best rooftops! As soon as the sun shines, there are a number of rooftops in the Netherlands where you can enjoy the sun, cocktails, bites, music and an amazing view with a touch of fashion. The WET Deck in the W Amsterdam is one of them, we enjoyed a beautiful sunset there!

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The first food market in Den Bosch | DE FAM

20-7-2023

  • Foodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAMFoodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAM
  • Foodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAMFoodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAM
  • Foodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAMFoodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAM
  • Foodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAMFoodmarkt in Den Bosch - DE FAM

The first food market in Den Bosch, DE FAM,  will open its doors on July 29. The first original food market in the capital of the region Noord Brabant took some time to arrive, but it was worth the wait. With the opening of the new concept, Den Bosch has gained a top hotspot. The urban appearance, A-location and the diverse range of food concepts make this brand new spot the jewel of the city.

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SHIROKIMONO | Sake + Art Innovation

18-7-2023

  • Sparkling sake SHIROKIMONO IWAU 2023Sparkling sake SHIROKIMONO IWAU 2023

Nozomi Japan Inc. is expanding its business to the world and will hold reception tasting events in the U.S. and France for their fermentation + art themed high brand sake “SHIROKIMONO”. This sparkling sake will only be available at selected restaurants in 2023 and there will be no general release.

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Taco Bell revives nostalgic Coin Drop game virtually in their mobile app

18-7-2023

  • Taco Bell's Coin Drop game is back with a modern twist in their mobile appTaco Bell's Coin Drop game is back with a modern twist in their mobile app
  • Available to Taco Bell Rewrads members - the fan-favorite fundraiser will run until August 14 2023Available to Taco Bell Rewrads members - the fan-favorite fundraiser will run until August 14 2023
  • Round Up funds go directly to the Taco Bell FoundationRound Up funds go directly to the Taco Bell Foundation

Taco Bell recently announced it is relaunching their nostalgic Coin Drop game. And it’s back with a modern twist – trading in countertops for the Taco Bell mobile app. Available to Taco Bell Rewards members, the fan-favorite fundraiser will run now until August 14, 2023 and a digital “coin” will appear when customers opt to Round Up their total to the nearest dollar in the Taco Bell app while ordering, or visit their website (ta.co/coindropamoe) to request a coin without making a purchase or rounding up), giving fans a shot at playing the game and a chance to win one of three classic menu items for free*. Rounded up funds will go directly to the Taco Bell Foundation to support the next generation of leaders with scholarships, grants, and educational experiences.

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Hard Rock launched the Messi Chicken Sandwich

18-7-2023

  • The Messi Chicken Sandwich at Hard Rock International - Made for yoy by Leo MessiThe Messi Chicken Sandwich at Hard Rock International - Made for yoy by Leo Messi
  • Hard Rock International is teaming up with global brand ambassador Lionel MessiHard Rock International is teaming up with global brand ambassador Lionel Messi

Hard Rock International is once again teaming up with global brand ambassador, Lionel Messi, to launch a namesake menu item – the Messi Chicken Sandwich, ‘Made For You by Leo Messi’. The new ‘Milanese style’ Chicken Sandwich is perfectly timed to Messi’s historic entrance into Major League Soccer and more importantly, in South Florida, home of the iconic Guitar Hotel at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Since last week foodies, soccer and sports fans around the world can order the Messi Chicken Sandwich at participating Hard Rock Cafe locations and Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos via in-room dining.

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Feast on Cloud 9 at the Grove | Hot air balloon dining

17-7-2023

  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Feast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus AgencyFeast on Cloud 9 at The Grove hotel and spa - credits Bacchus Agency
  • Hotel and spa The Grove in HertfordshireHotel and spa The Grove in Hertfordshire

This Summer, Hertfordshire hotel and spa, The Grove will launch a host of seasonal experiences as part of their 20th anniversary celebrations, one of them being Feast on Cloud 9. As a standout staycation destination in the UK with a wide range of experiences and close proximity to London, The Grove is one of the UK’s most exciting luxury resort estates, catering to every taste with its diverse offerings and activities.

We love the idea of the balloons in the garden of hotel The Grove, very picturesque. Here in the Netherlands we have chef Angélique Schmeinck who creates the most delicious dishes in real hot balloons at CuliAir Sky Dining. For those who love to have the images of eating in a hot air balloon but who chickens out of the real experience, Feast on Cloud 9 is much more appropriate. 🙂

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Trends we spotted | Week 28

14-7-2023

  • Trends we spotted
  • Dioriviera at the One&Only credits Eric ChowDioriviera at the One&Only credits Eric Chow
  • The flavour line-up by The Ice Cream Project by Anya HindmarchThe flavour line-up by The Ice Cream Project by Anya Hindmarch
  • Proef de wereldkeuken bij Shell met broodjes van Ralph de KokProef de wereldkeuken bij Shell met broodjes van Ralph de Kok

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’.

This week a ‘trends we spotted’ in summer vibes! With links to a number of Instagram posts including one with a frozen Aperol Spritz recipe that could sell very well at your outdoor dining space on warm days. And about the ‘High cocktails time’ on Saturday afternoon at FAK Utrecht.

The ‘Taste the world cuisine’ at Shell cafes in the Netherlands now sells a sweet BBQ bacon bun and a pulled BBQ chicken wrap from BBQ chef Ralph de Kok. If you buy one of them, you can also win one Komado barbecue from Big Green Egg and a cookbook from Ralph. Read how in the article!

Another special swimming pool for dogs, this time ‘Mutts & Martinis’ in Florida. Including a bar where the dog owners can enjoy a drink and even order food. Last week we wrote about a dog swimming pool in France, when will one open in the Netherlands?

A number of pop-up beach clubs from major brands, we previously wrote about Gucci in the South of France and now a pop-up from Louis Vuitton in the beach bar of the Mandarin Oriental in Bodrum. And in Malaysia there is a Dioriviera! This pop-up is at the Ember Beach Club of the One&Only Desaru Coast.

Last year we already wrote an article about Anya Hindmarch‘s special ice cream project, you can taste her special ice cream flavors again until August 27 at Anya Village in London. And a lesson on how to create butlers: the Hôtel Belles Rives in Juan-les-Pins on the French Riviera introduces a ‘Water Ski Butler’.

In Milan, the ‘Ichi Station sushi bar’ chain has opened a new location on Via Solferino, with a special design in peachy colors. However, we think the packaging of their sushi take-out is very cool! Maybe an inspiration for other sushi chains!

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Autocado | A cobotic solution to guacamole prep at Chipotle

14-7-2023

  • Autocado is a collaborative robot prototype that cuts, cores, and peels avocados before they are hand mashed.Autocado is a collaborative robot prototype that cuts, cores, and peels avocados before they are hand mashed.

Chipotle Mexican Grill recently announced Autocado, an avocado processing cobotic prototype that cuts, cores, and peels avocados before they are hand mashed to create the restaurant’s famous guacamole. The prototype, developed in collaboration with Vebu, is currently being tested at the Chipotle Cultivate Center in Irvine, California. The device could ultimately reduce guacamole prep time by 50%, allowing Chipotle employees to focus on serving guests and providing great hospitality.

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Foodbar & Theatre Scala opened its doors in Amsterdam

14-7-2023

  • Scala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de HeideScala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de Heide
  • Scala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de HeideScala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de Heide
  • Scala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de HeideScala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de Heide
  • Scala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de HeideScala Foodbar en Theater - credits Margot de Heide

Yesterday, a tantalizing new concept opened its doors on the Van Hallstraat in the Westerpark neighborhood in Amsterdam. Foodbar & Theatre Scala is an inspiring, one-of-a-kind theater and catering concept, where guests can create their own ideal evening: choose from a rich selection of short shows, or relax with a delicious cocktail and matching dishes.

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TASTYY | A new style Kebab & Soul Food place in Germany

10-7-2023

  • TASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in GermanyTASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in Germany
  • TASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in GermanyTASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in Germany
  • TASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in GermanyTASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in Germany
  • TASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in GermanyTASTYY a new style Kebab & Soul Food place in Germany

Since March 2023 the people and visitors of the German city Gelsenkirchen can visit a new style kebab and soul food place: TASTYY at the railway station in town. The concept offers high quality, delicious and affordable food. It redefines the traditional classic kebab in a completely new and fresh way, with the pure taste of nature and transparency about all ingredients. Their kebab skewer is also available on request as a vegan ‘Tastyy Tower’ and they also serve many creative food combinations as bowls, paninis and burgers. New stores are already announced at the Neustrasse 16 in Düsseldorf, the Hohenstauffenring 25-27 in Köln and at the Zeil 88 in Frankfurt am Main. A new concept to watch!

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Cocktail festival SHAKE! | 10 cocktail bars in Amsterdam North

10-7-2023

  • Cocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam NorthCocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam North
  • Cocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam NorthCocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam North
  • Cocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam NorthCocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam North
  • Cocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam NorthCocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam North
  • Cocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam NorthCocktailfestival SHAKE! in Amsterdam North

On July 21, 22 and 23, Door 74 will host cocktail festival SHAKE! This festival takes place at Helling 7 and Lagerwal, where the initiators, together with ten Amsterdam cocktail bars and various brands, bring the vibrant cocktail scene closer to the public. The other participating cocktail bars are: The Tailor, Cielo, Rosalia’s Menagerie, Super Lyan, Pulitzer’s Bar, Vesper, Law & Order, Feijoa and Café Panache.

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