An innovative drive-thru experience at Taco Bell Defy

10-6-2022

  • Taco Bell Defy™ - innovative drive-thry experienceTaco Bell Defy™ - innovative drive-thry experience
  • Taco Bell Defy™ - innovative drive-thry experienceTaco Bell Defy™ - innovative drive-thry experience
  • Taco Bell Defy™ - innovative drive-thry experienceTaco Bell Defy™ - innovative drive-thry experience

Taco Bell is redefining drive-thrus as consumers know it with one of its most innovative Taco Bell restaurant designs yet. Coined Taco Bell Defy, the restaurant that broke ground last summer opened its doors – but most importantly, its four-lane drive-thru – in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota on June 7. The first of its kind two-story model delivers innovative technology and design, like a proprietary vertical lift to transport iconic craveable Taco Bell menu items straight from the kitchen to fans.

Back in August 2021 we wrote about the plans for this new drive-thru and as far as we can see, it’s as they said it would be.

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Trends we spotted | Week 23

10-6-2022

  • Trends we spotted afbeelding
  • Tenzing natural energyTenzing natural energy
  • Apollo Hotela are now Leonardo HotelsApollo Hotela are now Leonardo Hotels
  • National Museum in Oslo openedNational Museum in Oslo opened
  • Audi teams up with Restaurant Noma and MADAudi teams up with Restaurant Noma and MAD

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 ‘tree free paper’, notebooks made from upcycled stone waste. Is ‘Paper / On The Rocks’ interesting as stationary for those hotels who strive to be as sustainable as possible?

Audi USA teams up with three-Michelin-star Restaurant Noma and global nonprofit MAD to spark conversations around sustainability. And the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design opens in Oslo on 11 June, 2022.

You can play ‘feather bowling’ at Randolph Beer bar in Brooklyn. We never heard of ‘Feather Bowling’, or ‘Trabollen’ as they call it in Belgium, did you? Culinary cruise during the hundredth edition of the Dutch sailing event ‘Kaagweek’.

We love the simple idea behind the Pride Wopper of Burger King in Austria (that features a same-side bun for “equal love and equal rights”) but the campaign gets a lot of reactions. The Colombian brewery Dos Tercos prints promises by presidential candidates on beer cans. To remind them of it!

The Apollo Hotels successfully transformed into Leonardo Hotels and their new website is online as well. And TENZING Natural Energy is now also available in the Netherlands, it’s a completely plant-based, low-calorie energy drink with a positive impact on the planet.

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Good Fish | Vermaat Groep goes for sustainably caught or cultivated fish

9-6-2022

  • World Oceans Day deal Vermaat & Good FishWorld Oceans Day deal Vermaat & Good Fish
  • World Oceans Day deal Vermaat & Good FishWorld Oceans Day deal Vermaat & Good Fish
  • World Oceans Day deal Vermaat & Good FishWorld Oceans Day deal Vermaat & Good Fish

World Oceans Day was on June 8, and it is an indisputable fact that healthy oceans are important to us. Almost 70% of the earth’s surface consists of water. The sea is the largest ecosystem in the world. Billions of people depend on it for C02, food, work, oxygen, tourism and so on. As important as it is, we, people from the Netherlands, continue to eat too much fish that was brought to us due to overfishing. But at the Vermaat Groep, things are changing. In partnership with Good Fish, they are going to ensure that fish that is overfished, endangered, illegally caught or cultivated is no longer available in their 400 restaurants.

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SHIN | A new Japanese tapas bar and matcha café in Rotterdam

7-6-2022

  • Render of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHINRender of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHIN
  • Render of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHINRender of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHIN
  • Render of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHINRender of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHIN
  • Render of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHINRender of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHIN
  • Render of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHINRender of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHIN
  • Render of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHINRender of Japanese tapas bar and matcha café SHIN

Opening – At the beginning of this summer SHIN will open its doors at the Rodezand in Rotterdam. A modern, cosy Japanese tapas bar and matcha cafe in izakaya style. This brand new concept is created by entrepreneurs Tony and Nanako, who also own the popular Japanese ramen restaurant Ajisan on the Coolsingel.

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Trends we spotted | Week 22

3-6-2022

  • Trends we spotted afbeelding
  • Chipotle Pride BurritoChipotle Pride Burrito
  • Zackby's Fried PicklesZackby's Fried Pickles
  • Vitam en Fooditis strijden tegen CO2Vitam en Fooditis strijden tegen CO2
  • The Filipino Santa Ana GinThe Filipino Santa Ana Gin
  • MijentaMijenta

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 the sunscreen swap with the new suncare brand Project Reef at the Four Seasons Resort Maui for World Oceans Day. And would you like to try a pizza with Pepsi Cola infused Pepperoni or as they call it, the Pepsi-Roni Pizza.

Inspiration for pastry chefs: from the pastry chef at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Chambord Foam will be served at their new dessert action station. And from our favorite pastry chef Dominique Ansel, his delicious looking Around The World collection.

Chipotle kicks off pride month with ‘Always Real’ actions for the LGBTQIA+ community, inspiration for other restaurants during their cities pride? And we once tasted Fried Pickles, we loved it so if we lived in the USA we would visit Zaxby’s, the premium quick-service restaurant that has added it to their menu.

Nobu Hospitality continues strategic European expansion with the announcement of Nobu Hotel Madrid, again in a long-term agreement with Millenium Hospitality Real Estate SOCIMI (“MHRE”).

Two new drinks on the Dutch market: the Filipino Santa Ana Gin which is imported by André Kerstens in The Hague and a slow tequila: Mijenta Tequila Blanco and Mijenta Tequila Reposado!

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Mama Gaia Academy | First online hospitality academy with a plant-based focus

2-6-2022

  • Mama Gaia Academy - credits Boris HristovMama Gaia Academy - credits Boris Hristov

The unique Mama Gaia Academy recently launched, this academy prepares participants for a job in the hospitality industry for free and in just six weeks. This way, the academy wants to tackle the staff shortage in the hospitality industry. In a short online training course, people with little or no experience are trained for a job in the kitchen or operations. The English-language programme is easily accessible and participants can watch short informative videos on their smartphones at any time of day. In order to accelerate the transition to more plant-based options in the hospitality industry, vegan cuisine is central to all modules. The Academy was set up by the founder of social enterprise Dopper, known for the refillable water bottle that reduces the use of single-use plastic. The course is made possible by among others Gulpener.

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Wasted Enough! 013 Poppodium partners with visitors for ‘a better world’

2-6-2022

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Under the heading ‘Genoeg Gewaste’ (Wasted Enough), 013 Poppodium is taking big steps in the context of sustainability and at the same time wants to make a global impact. For example, the pop stage is saying goodbye to soft cups and bottled water from now on. Thanks to partnerships with charities, visitors can now contribute to water and food projects around the world. A visitor of 013 Poppodium doesn’t order one glass, but 300 litres of water.

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KFC introduces ‘Veggie Tenders’ in all Dutch KFC restaurants

2-6-2022

  • KFC Veggie burgerKFC Veggie burger
  • KFC Veggie TendersKFC Veggie Tenders
  • KFC Veggie TwisterKFC Veggie Twister
  • KFC Veggie BucketKFC Veggie Bucket

KFC Netherlands introduces a new vegetarian product range: the Original Recipe ‘Veggie Tenders’ – available on a burger, in a bucket, as a snack, in a boxed meal and as a Twister. The crunchy Veggie Tenders are made from the plant protein mycoprotein. After a successful pilot – at six different KFC restaurants – this meat substitute is permanently available in all KFC restaurants in the Netherlands as of last Tuesday.

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Sushi in all shapes and sizes

31-5-2022

  • 3D geprinte sushi van Singularity in Tokyo3D geprinte sushi van Singularity in Tokyo
  • 3D geprinte sushi van Singularity in Tokyo3D geprinte sushi van Singularity in Tokyo
  • Close up of a Crushi crunchy sushi snackClose up of a Crushi crunchy sushi snack
  • Close up of a Crushi crunchy sushi snackClose up of a Crushi crunchy sushi snack

Sushi, by now a product eaten with some regularity by young and old people. Everyone has at least one type of sushi that they like. There are now countless restaurants where you can eat sushi, in all shapes, sizes and formats. We did some research on the most original ideas for sushi!

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L´OR Espresso launches campaign with chef Joris Bijdendijk

27-5-2022

  • Joris Bijendijk met L'or EspressoJoris Bijdendijk met L'or Espresso
  • Joris Bijendijk met L'or EspressoJoris Bijdendijk met L'or Espresso

The taste of coffee with the magic of cooking. This week coffee brand L´OR Espresso is launching a campaign in collaboration with star chef Joris Bijdendijk. In this campaign Joris takes you along on a sensory journey. Together with L’OR Espresso he dives into the world of coffee; we will get to know a palette of flavors, aromas and matching dishes. The campaign consists of a video series of three episodes that show the versatile and sensory qualities of L´OR Espresso, in which seduction of the senses is the main focus. According to Joris and L´OR Espresso, coffee is so much more than a quick caffeine boost. It is great to drink, but just as much fun to cook with. In the videos, viewers learn how to really taste coffee, how to recognize different flavor profiles and how to incorporate coffee into dishes.

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Dikke Mic in Rotterdam

27-5-2022

  • Credits - Jeancarlo Nunes dos AnjosCredits - Jeancarlo Nunes dos Anjos
  • Credits - Laura SiliquiniCredits - Laura Siliquini
  • Credits: Laura SiliquiniCredits: Laura Siliquini
  • Jeancarlo Nunes dos AnjosJeancarlo Nunes dos Anjos
  • Jeancarlo Nunes dos AnjosJeancarlo Nunes dos Anjos
  • Credits: Laura SiliquiniCredits: Laura Siliquini
  • Credits: Laura SiliquiniCredits: Laura Siliquini

Have you always wanted to go to a karaoke bar in Tokyo? You don’t have to hop on a plane to do that anymore: Dikke Mic has everything a real karaoke lover desires, just in Rotterdam. Dikke Mic also surprises you on a culinary level: they are opening a brand new street food bar with Asian street food, prepared by none other than Michelin-star chef Ron Blaauw. In the basement, inspired by the small Asian streets and alleys, are the karaoke rooms, each with their own theme. The perfect recipe for a successful night out for small and large groups!

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‘HANS IM GLÜCK’ chain presents a climate-neutral burger

24-5-2022

  • HANS IM GLÜCK - the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burgerHANS IM GLÜCK - the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burger
  • HANS IM GLÜCK - the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burgerHANS IM GLÜCK - the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burger
  • HANS IM GLÜCK - the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burgerHANS IM GLÜCK - the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burger

A comprehensive range of vegetarian and vegan dishes, a burger with an insect patty or biodegradable straws – HANS IM GLÜCK has been an pioneer of the industry in sustainability since its founding in 2010. Now the company is once again setting new standards with the climate-neutral WEGWEISER burger.

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Creamistry launches the Croffle | A croissant x waffle hybrid

20-5-2022

  • liquid nitrogen ice cream concept Creamistry debuts the Croffleliquid nitrogen ice cream concept Creamistry debuts the Croffle
  • liquid nitrogen ice cream concept Creamistry debuts the Croffleliquid nitrogen ice cream concept Creamistry debuts the Croffle

Creamistry, a California-based concept specializing in customizable made-to-order liquid nitrogen ice cream and other frozen treats, has launched the Croffle, a decadent croissant-waffle hybrid adorned with fresh cream, toppings and sauces. Pulled fresh off the iron with a sweet sugar glaze, the Croffles are available in six delicious varieties as well as a build-your-own option, now available at the Cerritos, CA location as a test kitchen launch. Croffles will be available at more Creamistry locations later this summer.

Although we already wrote about the Croffle in 2021, we always love to write about the use of new food hybrids and show images. In the article a list of a couple of more food hybrids we wrote about. read more

Trends we spotted | Week 20

20-5-2022

  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • Jubilee celebrations at Claridge’sJubilee celebrations at Claridge’s
  • Kate Pery in clip Takeaway.com - credits Vijat MohindraKate Pery in clip Takeaway.com - credits Vijat Mohindra
  • McDonalds USA - Chocolatey Pretzel McFlurryMcDonalds USA - Chocolatey Pretzel McFlurry

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 amongst others links to articles about the beer brand Coors, which introduced a barley milk, ‘Golden Wing’.  And we congratulate Brewdog on their 15th anniversary, they have created a 15%. PUNK. IPA for the occasion!

Katy Perry collaborates with Takeaway.com in a new campaign. Did you see their clip already? You can watch the whole clip further in this article. And Richard Branson’s Virgin Limited Edition currently has seven high-end hotels and the eighth, the Son Bunyola Hotel on Mallorca, is due to open in the summer of 2023.

There are already two Paradox Museums in Oslo and Stockholm, and at the end of this year a Paradox Museum will open in the ‘American Dream’ shopping and indoor family entertainment park in New Jersey.

On May 12, the 50 best pizzerias in Europe were announced by, 50 Top Pizza Europe 2022. According to them, you eat the best pizza at Peppe Pizzeria in Paris. We congratulate them and nNea Pizza in Amsterdam with their 11th position!

In honor of Queen Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee, Claridge’s is celebrating her anniversary in its own unique and legendary style, including cocktails and a ‘Royal Archive Cabinet’ in their lobby.

There is a limited edition NFT collection of the Instagram posts of virtual influencer Esther Olofsson from Rotterdam! Available at opensea.io. And McDonald’s USA is introducing the ‘Chocolately Pretzel McFlurry’ this summer. For a limited time as from May 25.  

The newest Eataly store opens at Rome Fiumicino airport, with over 2,000 square meters, it will be the brand’s 41st outlet!

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Dormio Resort Maastricht enriched with Castellum castle complex

19-5-2022

  • Dormio Resort MaastrichtDormio Resort Maastricht
  • Dormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum buildingDormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum building
  • Dormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum buildingDormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum building
  • Dormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum torenwoningDormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum torenwoning
  • Dormio Resort Maastricht - apartmentDormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum apartment
  • Dormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum apartmentDormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum apartment
  • Dormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum apartmentDormio Resort Maastricht - Castellum apartment

Opening – With the finalization of the Castellum, Dormio Resort Maastricht is complete. The addition of three very luxurious penthouses, 21 apartments and a tower house to the existing 266 accommodations and the new wellness centre completed the resort on the Dousberg in the south of the Netherlands, near the city Maastricht. The whole complex oozes the atmosphere of an authentic Limburg village with the architectural features of the region. The resort comprises various types of luxury houses and flats. They are situated along real streets and squares, which refer to the illustrious history of this part of Maastricht. The accommodations vary in size and facilities and can be flexibly booked from 1 night to long stays.

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