Press Releases

MERCURE HOTELS' 50th Anniversary: 'Discover Local: The Bucket List Edition' Celebrates Local Culinary Adventures

To mark its 50th anniversary, Mercure is pleased to announce the launch of its very own 'Bucket List' designed to inspire guests, travelers and passionate foodies to embark on a journey of local discovery. Mercure's Bucket List (live on December 1st) is a selection of 50 handpicked food and drink experiences from around the world, representing some of the best and most unique places to eat and drink, whilst staying at a Mercure property. The curated list is set to be revealed at a celebratory event on December 5th at Mercure Porto Centro Aliados in Portugal.

École Ducasse recognized World’s Best Culinary Institution

École Ducasse is thrilled to announce that its iconic campus, Paris Campus, has been awarded World's Best Culinary Training Institution 2023 and Europe's Best Culinary Training Institution 2023 by World Culinary Awards. Voted for by culinary professionals, media, and consumers worldwide, this honour recognises École Ducasse’s commitment to excellence and the unique training standards provided at Paris Campus.

Cà d'Oro at Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski St. Moritz Awarded One Michelin Star for Culinary Excellence

The renowned Michelin Guide Switzerland 2023 has awarded one Michelin Star to the fine dining restaurant Cà d'Oro, located at the Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski St. Moritz in recognition of its unparalleled culinary excellence and innovative dining experience. This prestigious accolade is a remarkable milestone for Cà d'Oro, now in its second season under the guidance of Head Chef Leopold Ott, as it attains even greater culinary mastery.

James Beard Foundation® Announces Policy Advocacy Priorities For The Next Five Years

The James Beard Foundation® (JBF) announced today the priorities that will guide its advocacy work through 2028. Championing the needs of independent restaurant chefs and operators, the Foundation will advocate directly for policies that make possible a more equitable and sustainable food system for those in the food and beverage industry and beyond across three pillars: racial and gender equity; sustainability; and industry culture and practices.

Level 8, A First-of-Its-Kind Multidimensional Showcase for Culinary Exploration, Extravagant Entertainment, and Immersive Discovery Launches in Downtown Los Angeles

Immersive hospitality visionaries Mark and Jonnie Houston, in collaboration with Mitchell Hochberg of Lightstone, have launched a first-of-its-kind multilayered concept, Level 8. Revolutionizing Los Angeles' dining and social landscape, this dining, drinking, and entertainment experience features eight distinct and mesmerizing destinations, occupying the entirety of the eighth floor of the recently launched Moxy & AC Hotel Downtown LA, located directly across the street from Crypto.com Arena and the Los Angeles Convention Center.