Cooking with Chris: Three Generations, One Bowl of Wontons
Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta visits Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan to prepare wontons with F&B Director Mandela Zhu, whose family has a three-generation connection to Hilton.
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Sofitel launches limited-edition croissant collection ‘Fruit Kiss’, inspired by fruit, freshness and indulgence across Asia
Sofitel's second La Haute Croissanterie collection features 10 fruit-filled croissants available at 36 properties worldwide, including 11 in Asia, from June 1 to August 28, 2026.
Dusit highlights rare convergence of Michelin recognition across hotels, dining, and the culinary talent it has trained
Dusit's hotels earned three Michelin Keys while its culinary school alumni received six Michelin distinctions, including stars for AKKEE and GOAT Bangkok.
THAIFEX - HOREC Asia Returns with Second Edition in March 2025: A Spotlight of Sustainability and Innovation Driving Asia’s Rise in The Global HoReCa Industry
THAIFEX - HOREC Asia 2025, one of the most influential hotel, restaurant and catering (HoReCa) gatherings in Southeast Asia, is set to take place from 5 – 7 March 2025 at IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok, Thailand. Organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Thailand, the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) and Koelnmesse, the event will bring the region’s biggest players to showcase the latest innovations shaping the future of the industry.
Marriott Bonvoy Launches 2024 “Taste of Wonders” With Themed Menus In Over 300 Chinese Restaurants Across Greater China
Marriott Bonvoy recently officially launched its 2024 “Taste of Wonders” F&B marketing campaign in Greater China with the debut of a food documentary titled “Taste of Wonders, Flavors of North and South.” Developed in collaboration with renowned Chinese documentary director Chen Xiaoqing, the film explores the vibrant people and culture behind Chinese cuisine, and centers around the Chinese word “Xian,” which means both “fresh ingredients” and “delicate flavor.” As part of the campaign, over 300 Chinese restaurants across Greater China will create themed menus based on “Seasonal Cuisines,” “Wine/Tea Pairing,” “Home Style Dishes” and “Local Menu Co-Creation.”
Accor joins new Australian Restaurant and Cafe Association as founding hotel partner to advocate for hospitality sector
Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, has added its weight as Founding Hotel Partner of the newly created Australian Restaurant and Café Association (ARCA), which has been established to respond to the economic challenges facing the local hospitality industry.
Unfold the story behind culinary entrepreneurship with RMIT University Vietnam
Within the first week of RMIT University Vietnam’s new semester, the event ‘FOODPRENEURSHIP: A Culinary Journey to MICHELIN Magic’ was organized by the Tourism and Hospitality Management Program for all RMIT students, alumni, and staff, highlighting the program’s commitment to foster academic excellence and professional development through interactive sessions between students and industry experts.
IHG One Rewards Signs Strategic Partnership with Luckin Coffee
IHG One Rewards, IHG Hotels & Resorts’ loyalty program, announces a strategic cooperation with Luckin Coffee to expand member experience across diverse scenarios. This marks a comprehensive collaboration between Luckin Coffee and the hotel industry, and as China emphasizes and rolls out policies to boost consumption, it demonstrates that IHG is on track with the market and consumer trends. The partnership will initially be offered at IHG's Holiday Inn Express brand, enriching its breakfast offerings with an emphasis on "coffee culture" and mutually increasing brand recognition and favorability, as IHG continues to pioneer high-quality travel experiences.
With love, from Devon: Lifting the curtain on the new JAAN by Kirk Westaway
Two Michelin starred JAAN by Kirk Westaway is poised to reopen its doors on 6 December following a three-month transformation, presenting an elevated experience that transports guests on a journey to Devon in Southwest England, the home region of Chef Kirk Westaway. The refurbished and elegant space pays homage to the uniquely diverse terroir of Devon, also the root of Chef Kirk’s inspired culinary creations. Design and ambience is such an intrinsic part of creating a memorable dining experience and I am thrilled to have been involved in the design of a space that further complements and embodies our culinary philosophy.
Regent Hotels & Resorts debuts Regent Taste Studio
Singapore – Regent Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury & Lifestyle Collection, has staged the global premiere of its brand new pop-up immersive dining offering, Regent Taste Studio.
DUSIT further bolsters its food business in Thailand as OR acquires a 25% stake in Dusit Foods
Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) and PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) aim to leverage their respective strengths and expertise to create a new growth engine for the Thai economy and deliver sustainable value across the entire supply chain.
Ovolo Hotel Group launches global ‘Plant’d’ initiative
Independent and dynamic designer hotel collection, Ovolo Hotels announces its latest move in an ongoing pledge to ethical eating, conscious cuisine and cutting-edge veg, becoming the first hotel brand globally to commit to a vegetarian-lead offering, Plant’d, across its hotel restaurants, from Monday 14 February.
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches hunt for its next culinary superstar
IHG Hotels & Resorts invites the perfect candidate to grab a gastronomic opportunity of a lifetime to participate in its hunt for the next culinary superstar in Singapore. The prize: a contract for the role of Chef de Cuisine at InterContinental Singapore, heading up their very own named Italian-concept restaurant.
What India Eats – Qmin Discovers New Food Trends
It is said that ‘Food is the way to one’s heart’ – and rightly so. While the pandemic brought the joy of eating out to a grinding halt, food continued to be the catalyst that kept people connected with family and loved ones. Qmin, the food delivery platform by Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), which was launched in 2020, has won over hearts as it brought popular dishes from IHCL’s signature restaurants to the safety of guests’ homes.
All - Accor Live Limitless Partners With Zrou To Bring Palate Innovation To Members And Guests Across Greater China
ALL – Accor Live Limitless and Zrou have announced their partnership to bring innovation to the dining arena in hospitality. This first-of-its-kind cooperation aims to launch a plant-based creative menu concept across Accor branded hotels as part of a substantial step toward the two parties’ commitment to bringing gastronomic modernization to the culinary scene across Greater China.
Global Culinary Icon Gordon Ramsay Partners Sunway Resort To Launch First Restaurant In Malaysia
Sunway Resort, the spectacular flagship of Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, has announced a ground-breaking partnership with Gordon Ramsay Restaurants to open the world-renowned, multi-Michelin starred chef's first-ever restaurant in Malaysia, marking the start of an exciting new era of international gastronomy for the country. Under the historic collaboration, guests at Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, the iconic lifestyle destination, will be treated to a blend of culinary brilliance and electric entertainment at Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill - the concept's first location outside of London. S
IHCL And AB InBev Launch 7Rivers Brewpub At Taj MG Road, Bengaluru
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), South Asia's largest hospitality company, in partnership with AB InBev, the world's largest brewer, today announced the opening of India's first 7Rivers Brewpub at Taj MG Road, Bengaluru. This first-of-its-kind brewpub with an on-site microbrewery at the hotel, is the first of 15 locations to be launched across IHCL hotels over the next five years.
Shougang Group and Shangri-La Group Project Reaches Milestone New Standalone Restaurant - Shang Brew to Debut in Shougang Park, Beijing
Shang Brew, an exciting collaboration between Shougang Group and Shangri-La Group, will soon open its doors to diners from 1 October 2020. Located at the new Beijing landmark - Shougang Park, Shang Brew is Shangri-La's first standalone food and beverage establishment in Mainland China. With an array of craft beers expertly brewed in-house and exquisite culinary innovations all complemented by the relaxing atmosphere and a variety of vibrant social programmes, Shang Brew is set to create an unparalleled gastronomical and social experience for guests.
Radisson Hotel Group South Asia Enters Into Strategic Tie-up With Eazydiner
New Delhi - Radisson Hotel Group South Asia today announced its partnership with EazyDiner - India's leading table reservation and food discovery platform. The partnership is a significant step to strengthen the Group's Food and Beverage (F&B) capabilities in the region. The collaboration will serve all 94 operating hotels of the Group's portfolio in India and will include table booking and home delivery services.
How COVID-19 Is Inspiring New Ideas In Food Retail
With social distancing rules in place, and restrictions on eating out to stop the spread of COVID-19, food retailers have been forced to reinvent their business models to maintain cash flow.