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September 27, 2023

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.

James Beard Foundation® (JBF)

September 15, 2023

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.

Houston Hospitality

Los Angeles, California, United States

Opinion Article

May 4, 2023

Florida Jury Awards $5.6 MM For Alcohol-Fueled Pool Party Injury

A Florida jury awards $5.6 million for a spinal cord injury sustained during an alcohol-fueled pool party at the Retreat in Gainesville. According to the Complaint, the Defendant, Retreat at Gainesville, LLC, hosted a St. Patrick’s Day event and provided free beer at the Retreat on March 17, 2017. Promotional materials for the event encouraged attendees to bring their beer and did not mention any age restrictions.

By Preston Rideout, CEO of Rideout Hospitality, Founder of The Dram Shop Experts and Nightclub and Bar Consultant, Cayuga Hospitality Consultants

Opinion Article

March 9, 2023

The Value of Great Servers Straight from a Michelin Server Captain

The onsite restaurant is a hallmark of nearly any great hotel, with customer sentiments towards the former entity reflecting back onto property reviews and, ultimately, guestroom bookings. Within the F&B silo, we glorify the cuisine, the beverage selection, the wine cellar, the décor, the location and the executive chef, but rarely do the servers get their moment in the spotlight. And yet, like a triage nurse who first attends to a desperately ill patient entering the emergency room and is the lifesaving determinant ahead of any doctor’s intervention, server teams are the frontline for success in any hotel’s F&B operation.

By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky

March 2, 2023

Wyndham Rewards Unveils Limited-Edition Minibar Stocked with Over a Month of Free Stays (and Snacks too!)

Wyndham Rewards® is on track to welcome its 100 millionth enrolled member this month and in celebration, the award-winning rewards program is giving away the hotel minibar—literally. That’s right: from free snacks to over a month of free vacations, this is one hotel minibar you needn’t be afraid to touch.

February 23, 2023

Ennismore's Brand Partnerships Studio Announces New Collaboration with The Kraft Heinz Company

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, today announces a new collaboration with the Kraft Heinz Company. The Ennismore Partnership Studio will collaborate with the HEINZ® brand on a global program inclusive of on-property experiences, activations and digital content in the luxe lifestyle space that highlight the iconic brand's latest and greatest innovations, including the chef-inspired HEINZ 57 Collection® line.

February 3, 2023

Hilton Chefs Across North America Share Their Favorite Winter Comfort Foods

Those are just a few of the words that Hilton property chefs use to describe their favorite winter comfort foods. When Stories From Hilton put a call out to Hilton property chefs to submit their favorite dishes to warm up to this winter, we were overwhelmed with a range of delectable recipes—from soups, stews and chowders, to short ribs, dressings and even desserts.

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December 7, 2022

Baking Spirits Bright: Hilton Gingerbread Houses That Wow

One of the most timeless traditions around the holidays—dating back centuries—is the baking and decorating of gingerbread houses. Covered in candy and icing, gingerbread designs have evolved from delicious treats to decorative, life-size works of art. In fact, the largest gingerbread house ever created was 21 feet tall, nearly the size of a tennis court and contained 35.8 million calories, entering the Guinness World Records in 2013. Hilton pastry chefs love to get in on the fun, revealing fantastical creations during the holiday season. Here’s a sampling of the gingerbread houses you may find when you enter a Hilton hotel or resort.

December 6, 2022

New restaurant guide features the best of Chicago dining

Airbnb and the Illinois Restaurant Association, with the support of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, announced the launch of Airbnb’s Chicago Restaurant Guide, an online hub for locals and visitors that highlights stays nearby some of the best food that Chicago has to offer. The guide features restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, bars, and more, all recommended by local Chicago Hosts who open up their homes in some of the city’s most unique and vibrant neighborhoods.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

November 24, 2022

National Restaurant Association Statement on the Release of $83 Million in Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grants

Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the release of $83 million dollars in unobligated Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) grants to 169 operators with pending applications.

National Restaurant Association

November 23, 2022

The Omni Grove Park Inn Announces Winners for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition

The nation’s largest Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ returned for the 30th year to The Omni Grove Park Inn after introducing new specialty awards, a new judge, increased prizes, and more. Two hundred and nineteen gingerbread house entrants across Adult, Teen, Youth and Child categories were submitted for a chance to win a piece of more than $40,000 in cash and prizes, a 60 percent increase to years past.

November 9, 2022

Bacardi U.S.A. and FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management Help FUTURE PROOF the Hospitality Industry

Family-owned Bacardi continues to commit to creating positive impact and opportunities within the hospitality industry through its partnership with the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU). FUTURE PROOF is a Chaplin School certified program, open to U.S.-based applicants, built in collaboration with award-winning members of the bar industry, and supported by Bacardi U.S.A.

October 21, 2022

Better Together: Celebrating International Chefs Day Around the Americas

To commemorate International Chefs Day on Oct. 20, Hilton chefs across the Americas have shared how Hilton inspires creativity, thinking out of the box and collaboration in their jobs.

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October 7, 2022

Four Points by Sheraton Seeks Chief Brew Officer to Take the Next Great “Beercation”

Four Points by Sheraton®, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, is searching for an honorary Chief Brew Officer (C.B.O.) to embark on the ultimate “Beercation” of a lifetime around the United States. One lucky beer enthusiast, plus a companion, will start their journey at the Orlando Beer Festival before heading to two hoppin’ cities to explore local beer-focused attractions. Inspired by Four Points’ Best Brews® program, the trip will give a taste of the brand’s signature guest experience, which offers local craft beers on tap at its hotels worldwide.

September 21, 2022

Charlestowne Hotels Debuts Company’s First Stand-Alone Restaurant, Gingerline

New flavors have come to Charleston’s Historic District in the form of Gingerline, the first stand-alone restaurant concept from acclaimed hospitality group Charlestowne Hotels. With the ambition to create something unique for locals and tourists alike, Gingerline offers vibrant cocktails and coastal-inspired dishes influenced by Latin and South American flavors.

Charlestowne Hotels

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

September 20, 2022

Savor the City that Never Sleeps with Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea’s Delicious Cocktails

As warm days shift into cool evenings, fall is a gorgeous time to visit New York City. When planning a trip to the Big Apple, there are few better places to stay than Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea, which is centrally located in the Chelsea Arts District, within walking distance of popular restaurants, boutiques and art galleries, and close to sites like Madison Square Park and The High Line. Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea offers sleek guest rooms and community-oriented amenities such as Motto Commons, the perfect place to gather and enjoy local craft coffee, a full-service bar, conversation pits, and Bar Cicchetti.

New York, New York, United States

September 19, 2022

Hilton Chefs Share Recipes for Red Velvet Cake Day

To commemorate Red Velvet Cake Day yesterday, Hilton is sharing details on one of the most iconic food and beverage firsts from the global hospitality company – the red velvet cake.

August 24, 2022

‘The Waffle Lady’ at Hampton Inn & Suites Jacksonville Shares Her Favorite Recipes

That heavenly smell, the drizzle of syrup, and the way a waffle cracks when the fork pierces that delicious first bite—there’s simply so much to love about this go-to breakfast treat, especially today, National Waffle Day. And possibly no one is more enthusiastic to celebrate than Regina Triche, a team member at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Jacksonville who’s been dubbed "The Waffle Lady."

August 10, 2022

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Unveils Champagne Sabrage Masterclasses

Honoring St. Regis Hotels & Resorts’ long-standing tradition of sabrage, the brand is delighted to announce the launch of private champagne sabrage masterclasses at all properties across North America. Launching this summer, guests and locals alike will have the opportunity to book a private champagne sabering masterclass led by an expertly trained St. Regis Butler at The St. Regis Atlanta, The St. Regis Aspen Resort, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, The St. Regis Deer Valley, The St. Regis Houston, The St. Regis New York, The St. Regis San Francisco, The St. Regis Toronto, and The St. Regis Washington D.C.

July 19, 2022

Palisociety Debuts New Culinary Ancillary, “Palisociety Dining Group,” With The Addition Of Creative Director Of Food & Beverage, Casey Lane

Los Angeles-based Palisociety, one of the fastest growing independent hotel brands in the country, will usher in a forward-thinking chapter of growth and expansion with the debut of the Palisociety Dining Group this summer.

California, United States

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