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How food entrepreneurs use networks to create innovative business models

When it comes to building impactful yet innovative businesses in the gastronomic industry, partnerships are essential. For food related ventures such as Thought For Food, Gustu, and Comida para Todos collaboration with diverse stakeholders—whether local communities, governments, or international organizations—has been key to their success. These partnerships not only help scale their operations but also amplify their social impact through innovative business models.

Margarita Cruz
By Margarita Cruz, Associate Professor of Corporate Strategy and Entrepreneurship EHL Hospitality Business, EHL
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COMO Group Launches a New Cookbook

When Singaporean entrepreneur Christina Ong launched her first hotel in London in 1993 at The Halkin, it was with a passion for delivering exceptional cuisine inspired by the places she loved most from her travels in the fashion industry. Two years later, The Halkin’s restaurant by Stefano Cavallini received the first ever Michelin star for an Italian chef outside the country’s borders.

COMO Hotels and Resorts
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École Ducasse to Open a New Culinary and Pastry School in Cairo, Egypt

École Ducasse, in collaboration with Reliance Egypt, is proud to announce a strategic partnership to bring the prestigious École Ducasse to Cairo. École Ducasse is a network of schools founded by the world’s most Michelin-starred Chef, Alain Ducasse, dedicated to training future generations of chefs in culinary and pastry arts. As part of the strategic expansion of École Ducasse throughout the world, this partnership will result in the establishment of a new campus under the name of Ecole Ducasse Cairo Studio by end of 2025. This new facility will provide an opportunity for aspiring chefs, culinary & pastry experts and enthusiasts in Egypt and across the region to learn the fundamentals of Alain Ducasse’s culinary savoir-faire and philosophy.

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From Black Limes and Korean Comfort Food to Clarified Citrus Cocktails: Kimpton Unveils 2025 Culinary + Cocktail Trends

Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is returning with its annual Culinary + Cocktail Trend Forecast highlighting predictions from its global team of restaurant and beverage talent. From salted egg yolks and chili crunch fusions to mushroom-infused teas and freeze-dried fruit powder garnishes, Kimpton’s in-house experts share the standout ingredients, menu items and techniques that will come to the table in 2025.

IHG
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Ginori 1735 and St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Announce Luxury Hospitality Partnership on a Worldwide Scale with the Debut of the Innovative Café Ginori Concept

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and iconic porcelain brand Ginori 1735 are excited to announce a worldwide partnership, infusing the best addresses around the world with Italian allegria (joy), bringing creative plating and playfulness to the culinary experience. The first Café Ginori created as part of this partnership officially opens on November 26 at The St. Regis in Florence, birthplace of the Ginori 1735 brand. This groundbreaking collaboration unveils a bold, unexpected dining experience that celebrates the joy of luxury hospitality and artistic expression in every detail. Following the Florence debut, Café Ginori will open at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi at the beginning of 2025 with more global locations to follow.

Marriott
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Institut Lyfe And Yannick Alleno Announce End-2025 Opening Of First Pavyllon Training Restaurant In Lyon, France

Institut Lyfe, a renowned French school recognised globally for excellence in the culinary arts, pastry, hospitality, and restaurant professions, has partnered with Yannick Alléno, a world-class chef who has earned multiple Michelin stars, including two awards of 3 stars. Together, they are proud to present Pavyllon, a training restaurant by Yannick Alléno and Institut Lyfe LYON. This new venture strengthens the longstanding partnership between Yannick Alléno and Institut Lyfe, based on a modern approach to cuisine and the transmission of knowledge to future generations - just as the collaborative establishment of the School of Sauces did in 2021.

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France
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IDS Next Opens Direct Office in Riyadh, KSA

IDS Next is thrilled to share the news of the opening of our latest office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With our established market presence in the Middle East and the expanding Saudi client base, it was a strategic decision to further solidify our presence in the region. The Middle East has witnessed a remarkably strong recovery in its tourism and hospitality sectors in the post-pandemic era. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in particular, has made significant strides by offering a blend of ancient heritage, luxury stays, and modern amenities.

IDS NEXT
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Mercure Hotels Launches 1,000-Hours of Local Flavours

Mercure Hotels is inviting the world to embark on a unique culinary journey with its new concept, 1000-Hours of Local Flavours. In recognition of the brand’s recent milestone of 1,000 addresses worldwide, select Mercure hotels will offer a distinct dish or beverage for 1,000 hours (42 days). This limited-time experience brings Mercure’s dedication to local discovery to life, encouraging guests to indulge in the flavours that make each destination truly special.

Accor
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What is turmeric?

Turmeric is a bright yellow spice obtained from the root of the ‘Curcuma longa’ plant. Originally from South Asia, turmeric has been used in both cooking and traditional medicine for millennia.

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