Press Releases

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.

UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism Returns to Donostia – San Sebastián

Held under the theme 'Gastronomy Tourism: Back to the roots', the Forum will put the spotlight on the connections between product, gastronomy and tourism. Over three days, industry professionals, leading experts, and institutional representatives will engage in live debates, keynote speeches, hands-on workshops and live cooking demonstrations with local and international chefs and producers.

Discovering Local Flavors, from Cape Town to Crete

Culinary masterclasses in Austria. Organic gardens in Crete. A Michelin-starred restaurant in Germany. Contemporary takes on the traditional cuisines of Cape Town and Nairobi. At these 10 hotels, located around the world, the flavorful experiences on offer create destinations in and of themselves.

Waffle Enthusiasts Rejoice: Hampton by Hilton Unveils the Irresistible ‘Hampton Waffle Collection’ on National Waffle Day

In honor of National Waffle Day, Hampton by Hilton is heating things up by giving breakfast enthusiasts a deliciously fun way to show off their love of waffles with its all-new Hampton Waffle Collection. Available online, beginning Aug. 24 and while supplies last, this exclusive limited-edition collection features playful waffle-inspired items, including a first-of-its-kind insulated waffle fanny pack with an integrated syrup holder, created to celebrate the centerpiece of Hampton by Hilton’s free hot breakfast. 

Untapped Potential: The Impact of Local Community Engagement on Hotel Food & Beverage Revenue and Diversification Strategy

A priority of hotels worldwide is, quite naturally, attracting and catering to the needs of guests. Seldom do hotels invest heavily in strategies to cater to non-guests. However, according to Dr Sung Gyun Mun, Dr Linda Woo of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and a co-author, hotels’ food and beverage (F&B) departments can bring in big money by attracting customers from local communities – not just tourists. With important implications for businesses in the post-COVID-19 era of tourism recovery, the authors suggest that hotels may be able to use their F&B offerings to reach new customers and create competitive advantages.

Meyer Jabara Hotels Partners with IMI Agency to Offer Expanded Beverage Program

A proven industry leader in hotel food and beverage operations for more than 45 years, Meyer Jabara Hotels announced a new partnership with IMI Agency to roll out a cutting-edge beverage program at every one of the company’s full-service hotels, and every property equipped with a restaurant, lounge, or banquet hall. Through the agreement, which went into effect at the beginning of June 2023, IMI Agency will provide Meyer Jabara Hotels with expanded access to vendor partnerships, training tools, and marketing initiatives.