5 Refreshing Margarita Recipes
Hilton mixologists are sharing delicious margarita recipes you can make at home.
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Accor Podcast Local Voices - EPISODE5: Creating the Culinary Experiences of Tomorrow
Accor launches a podcast diving into the stories of the people, places and initiatives from around the world that are shaping the hospitality of tomorrow, creating new innovative and meaningful experiences. Discover the voices of the passionate and dedicated people who bring it all to life.
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.
Will Travel for Pancakes: Complimentary Breakfast Tops List as Most Sought-After Value Travel Amenity
Breakfast reigns supreme when it comes to travel, according to a recent consumer survey conducted by Hilton*, which found that complimentary breakfast is the No. 1 value amenity guests look for when booking a hotel. The survey revealed 73% cite unexpected food costs as a major pain point when on the road, and 40% of Americans have stayed at a hotel just to avoid cooking breakfast altogether.
C3—Fastest-Growing Food Tech Platform— Launches Culinary Partnership with The Westin Las Vegas Hotel and Highgate
Sam Nazarian’s C3 (Creating Culinary Communities), the fastest-growing global food tech platform, today announced a partnership with The Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa. As part of the deal, C3 will assume daily operations of in-room dining and local deliveries. Adding to C3s current operations at the highly-acclaimed Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, the partnership will service nearly 75,000 hotel rooms around the world, signifying C3’s work with two of the most prominent hotel properties on the Las Vegas strip. The partnership with The Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa, which is managed by premier hospitality investment and management company, Highgate, adds to C3’s successful ventures in 2022, including, but not limited to, Graduate Hotels and expanded operations at Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay, SLS Baha Mar, and SLS Dubai.
5 Delicious Zero-Proof Cocktails to Enjoy Beyond Dry January
After indulging in all the drinks, desserts and festivities during the holiday season, Dry January has become a popular way to kick off the new year. Luckily for those who are interested in cutting back beyond January, zero-proof cocktails and spirit-free menus are becoming increasingly popular at bars and restaurants across the U.S. and other parts of the world so everyone can raise a glass, no matter their preferences. Additionally, Hilton has found that travelers also want to keep up their wellness routines on the road. This gives guests the opportunity to make healthy choices in every aspect of their stay, which is why many on-property restaurants and bars offer delicious alcohol-free beverages.
École Ducasse New Programs 2022 Intake
École Ducasse, the reference in culinary and pastry arts education, is committed to providing quality training, taught by recognized professionals including Meilleurs Ouvriers de France (MOF), World Champions, Artisans... Each year, the schools in the École Ducasse network welcome a wide variety of profiles, from young students to experienced experts, and lovers of fine food, united around a common passion for taste. In 2022, the school lives up to its reputation and unveils the new names and prestigious programs awaiting future students and trainees.
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.
Swiss Chocolate and Culture Tours Give Families and Youth a Sweet Taste of Switzerland in 2022
Swiss Education Academy has curated a set of unique travel and hands-on learning experiences for families and youth this January, July and August with programs showcasing some of Switzerland’s most famous cities, landmarks and culinary traditions—including Switzerland’s world-renown chocolate.
Hard Rock Cafe Launches Pilot Program for New Burger in Partnership with Lionel Messi
Hard Rock Cafe announces the launch of the pilot program for the brand-new Messi Burger, the latest innovation in Hard Rock International's "LIVE GREATNESS" campaign in partnership with Lionel Messi. Starting today, the burger will be exclusively available at the Hard Rock Cafe Miami, FL and Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood, FL before its global release on March 1.
Your Restaurant’s Digital Front Door: Leveraging Digital Marketing for Success - Cornell Keynote Webinar
Today, digital marketing for restaurants is perhaps more important than ever before, with advances in technology and pandemic-related changes driving its growth. On May 25, Associate Professor Asís Martínez-Jerez of the Cornell Nolan School of Hotel Administration joined three experts on the topic to discuss recent trends. The keynote webinar, titled “Your Restaurant’s Digital Front Door: Leveraging Digital Marketing for Success,” was produced by the Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship in collaboration with eCornell.
Worried About Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution While Traveling? Hilton Honors is Here to Help
As we look ahead to early 2022, healthy eating — the No. 1 New Year’s resolution year after year — will be top of mind and a priority for many. Even while traveling, people expect restaurant menus to offer items that fit into their dietary needs and preferences.
A Toast to Tequila in 2022
Tequila is trending, and it’s time to raise the bar on your knowledge of 2022’s hottest spirit. Sales of the agave spirit in the U.S. are dramatically outpacing the pre-pandemic bar shelf leader, bourbon. And according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), a growing number of Americans are becoming big fans of Mexico’s native spirit. As seen in The 2022 Traveler: Emerging Trends and the Redefined Traveler, a Study from Hilton, tequila volumes have grown 209% with an average rate of 6.5% per year since 2002. That’s a lot of margaritas and palomas.
Top 7 drink trends in 2022
After years marred by a global public health crisis, many of us are lapping up in-person social gatherings with friends, family and colleagues. Morning catch-ups over coffee, afterwork happy hour at the favorite waterhole or weekend drinks in town had mostly been replaced with coffees-to-go, virtual apéros, or alfresco drinking in winter like in summer. Consumers have become today their own baristas and bartenders, imbibing alone at home or at a distance outside.
Stir Up Some Fun This Season with Festive Cocktail Recipes from Hilton
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party with friends and family, gathering for a New Year’s Eve celebration, or simply relaxing by the fireplace this winter, we’ve got a variety of cocktail recipes from Hilton mixologists that are sure to add a little extra fun to the festivities. Check out these recipes and get tips for the flavors and garnishes you can add to turn your favorite drink into a holiday drink.
James Beard Foundation Releases Winter 2021 Survey Results on Health of the Restaurant Industry This Season
The James Beard Foundation unveils results from its Winter 2021 Survey, which polled their network of chefs and restaurant owners on the health of their business and the top challenges the restaurant industry is facing this winter. The survey also explores chefs and restaurateurs’ thoughts regarding how their businesses could survive the winter season amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Ultimate findings show that restaurants face a precarious future heading into the winter season. While many restaurants are more confident in their business’s survivability than they were in 2020, independent restaurants nationwide are still at risk of closing.
The 2021 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Gingerbread Displays List Announced
Historic Hotels of America® offer travelers many memorable ways to experience holiday traditions, many dating back decades if not centuries. 25 of these legendary hotels, resorts, and inns have created magnificent gingerbread displays to delight and inspire guests. The tradition of gingerbread cookies in the United States of America dates to the late 18th century and the tradition of gingerbread houses in the U.S. dates to the early 19th century. From life-size gingerbread cottages to a letter-writing station at a gingerbread house for kids to write a letter to Santa and receive a personal reply before Christmas, these iconic historic hotels are the place for families to discover and experience wonderful holiday traditions and spirit.
Hyatt Introduces New Zero Proof Beverage Program in Response to Travelers’ Increased Focus on Wellbeing and Growing Interest in Alcohol Alternatives
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces today the introduction of Zero Proof, Zero Judgment – a beverage program that will bring dedicated zero proof beverage options to several U.S. hotels across Hyatt’s Alila, Andaz, Destination by Hyatt, Hyatt Centric, JdV by Hyatt, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and Thompson Hotels brands. In response to travelers’ changing alcohol consumption habits and increased focus on their wellbeing, Zero Proof, Zero Judgment launched in August 2021 with many beverages featuring products from leading liquor replacement Ritual Zero Proof and carbonated mixer supplier Fever-Tree. Hyatt’s creative beverage approach comes as 52% of Americans are actively trying to drink less alcohol (Source: Beverage Daily, Circle Up Growth Partners, Oct. 2020) and nearly 50% of travelers surveyed in October 2021 said they’re likely to choose a non-alcoholic beverage over a beer or cocktail (Source: Hyatt Travel Pulse). Zero Proof, Zero Judgment aims to meet a growing demand from consumers to enjoy imbibing regardless of alcohol consumption preference.
DoubleTree by Hilton Celebrated National Cookie Day
National Cookie Day, celebrated on December 4, is an especially sweet holiday for DoubleTree by Hilton. The brand is famous for its proud tradition of greeting guests with its signature, warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie at check-in, symbolizing a warm welcome and comfortable stay.
Chef Stéphane Décotterd at Glion Institute of Higher Education awarded 18 by Gault et Millau
Gault et Millau, the worldwide-recognized gastronomic guide founded in 1972, awards 18 points to Stéphane Décotterd’s gastronomic restaurant. This recognition confirms the great talent of Stéphane Décotterd who recently relocated his operation in Glion, the hospitality higher education institute.