Silent Night 2024 | Mandarin Oriental celebrates ten years of ‘the Art of Stillness’

3-12-2024

  • Silent Night - Celebrate 'The Art of Stillness' at the Mandarin Oriental HotelsSilent Night - Celebrate 'The Art of Stillness' at the Mandarin Oriental Hotels
  • Silent Night - Celebrate 'The Art of Stillness' at the Mandarin Oriental HotelsSilent Night - Celebrate 'The Art of Stillness' at the Mandarin Oriental Hotels

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group recently announced their 10th annual Silent Night, which will be hosted on December 8th, 2024. They will celebrate ‘the Art of Stillness’, the global tradition invites guests to immerse themselves in a night of mindfulness and disconnection and dedicate a break from the busy holiday season. In commemoration of this milestone year, The spas at Mandarin Oriental have elevated annual activations to include the Silent Retreat, an immersive, sensory journey designed to foster self-discovery and peace.

We love their Silent Night initiatives, we wrote about them last year in our ‘Trends we spotted, week 47’. More time for stillness and reflection is very now! Last week we wrote about the Zencember© initiative of Bagels & Beans. 

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Trends we spotted | Week 48

2-12-2024

  • Chocolate letters by the Entourage Group
  • SOUS
  • Parkcafé Parqiet x Restaurant ParkheuvelParkcafé Parqiet x Restaurant Parkheuvel
  • Co-founders Alexandre Haggai & Clément Benoît of CloneCo-founders Alexandre Haggai & Clément Benoît of Clone
  • Cake of the Notre Dame by NACARINACake of the Notre Dame by NACARINA
  • Build-A-Bear X KFCBuild-A-Bear X KFC
  • ZaCaffé in the Zara Man in MadridZaCaffé in the Zara Man in Madrid
  • Zara by Castro in LisbonZara by Castro in Lisbon
  • UNESCO X Relais & Châteaux - credits Villa CrespiUNESCO X Relais & Châteaux - credits Villa Crespi

At horecatrends.com we spot many national and international trends on a daily basis. We pick the most interesting ones to write about, the other trends we use in our weekly column ‘Trends we spotted this week’. With this week links to articles about:

  • Wheat flour brand NACARINA from Costa Rica created a cake replica to celebrate the historic reopening of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris. The official reopening is on December 8th this year.
  • UNESCO and Relais & Châteaux announce a partnership for sustainable development in harmony with all life on earth.
  • CollaBEARation Build-A-Bear & KFC®: Bears in KFC outfits!
  • Zara opened Zacaffé in Madrid, Zara by Castro coffee shop and a coffee shop concept store in Athens.
  • Clone, the European foodtech startup from Paris that has raised €105 million in funding, is officially launching in the Netherlands.
  • Collaboration of restaurant Parkheuvel (**) with Parkcafé Parqiet.
  • SOUS celebrates 2-year anniversary and kicks off Christmas.
  • ‘Wie zoet is krijgt lekkers! (Those who are sweet get treats) – This year MR PORTER Steakhouse, Bar & Lounge, IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar, THE DUCHESS and MOMO Restaurant, Bar & Lounge are offering a unique interpretation of a Sinterklaas classic on Thursday December 5: the chocolate letter.
  • And from Instagram: the Louis Vuitton dog collection. Would fit nicely in luxury hotels that allow dogs!

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Christmas inspiration by the Conservatorium Hotel, Pulitzer Amsterdam, Fauchon l’Hôtel Paris, Great Scotland Yard hotel and Le Meurice

2-12-2024

  • Pulitzer Amsterdam Christmas Tree 2024 - credits Ashkan Mortezapour PhotographyPulitzer Amsterdam Christmas Tree 2024 - credits Ashkan Mortezapour Photography
  • The Conservatorium HotelThe Christmas Tree of the Conservatorium Hotel in collaboration with Cartier Amsterdam
  • Conservatorium HotelHoliday Season decoration of the Conservatorium Hotel
  • Great Scotland Yard HotelChristmas Afternoon Tea at the Great Scotland Yard Hotel
  • Great Scotland Yard HotelNew Year's Eve party at the Great Scotland Yard Hotel

Our second Christmas article includes examples of hotels that invite friends and/or designers to decorate their Christmas tree. In the Netherlands we have some hotels with trees decorated by artists, like the Conservatorium Hotel and the Pulitzer hotel. But we spotted more inspiration like the Wish Tree of Fauchon l’Hôtel Paris, the afternoon tea’s at Le Meurice in Paris and their Bûches de Noël (Yule Logs) by Frederic Grolet. And the Afternoon Tea at the Great Scotland Yard hotel looks very Christmassy! Some great examples by luxury hotels. Who knows some of it might inspire you!

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Young entrepreneurs & new concepts | Don Utrecht, Daruma Crêpe and BunBun Amsterdam

28-11-2024

  • The owners of Don Utrecht | Dish at Don UtrechtThe owners of Don Utrecht | Dish at Don Utrecht
  • Dishes at Don UtrechtDishes at Don Utrecht
  • Don UtrechtDon Utrecht
  • Don UtrechtDon Utrecht
  • BunBun AmsterdamBunBun Amsterdam
  • BunBun AmsterdamBunBun Amsterdam

We spot fun, new concepts every day. This week: Don Utrecht, where you can enjoy coffee made with Neapolitan Kimbo beans and tasty Italian panninis, luxury sandwiches, salads and pastas. Daruma Crêpe where they make the Instagrammable ‘Crème Brûlée Crêpe’ and more; they have opened a shop in the Nishimarket in Rotterdam and have pop-ups in Amsterdam and Leiden. BunBun sells croissant buns in the centre of Amsterdam. They make 7 Bun flavours, 3 savoury and 4 sweet, every day.

We wish all these entrepreneurs and their teams lots of fun and good luck with their new restaurant, pop-ups and bakery, more details below!

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Trends we spotted | Week 47

26-11-2024

  • Trends we spotted
  • Outback Steakhouse launched SteakmasOutback Steakhouse launched Steakmas
  • McDonald's is launching their McValue platform in US Restaurants in 2025McDonald's is launching their McValue platform in US Restaurants in 2025
  • The ‘All I want is Chipotle’ boxThe ‘All I want is Chipotle’ box
  • Drippy's Rotterdam - credits Stacii-Samidin - Kay & Colin - credits Jasper MulderDrippy's Rotterdam - credits Stacii-Samidin - Kaj & Colin - credits Jasper Mulder
  • Restaurant van het Jaar van JRE-Nederland is restaurant Spetters in BreskensRestaurant van het Jaar van JRE-Nederland is restaurant Spetters in Breskens
  • KULT Kefir -an organic, healthy drink based on water kefirKULT Kefir -an organic, healthy drink based on water kefir
  • Ode aan de Amsterdamse bruine kroeg door auteur Jelle Koolschijn en fotograaf David van DartelOde aan de Amsterdamse bruine kroeg door auteur Jelle Koolschijn en fotograaf David van Dartel

At horecatrends.com we spot many national and international trends on a daily basis. We pick the most interesting ones to write about, the other trends we use in our weekly column ‘Trends we spotted this week’. With this week links to articles about:

  • Spotted on Instagram: A Snowglobe Christmas Cocktail! A G&T with edible white glitter and edible crocs and frozen Rudolph cream on hot chocolate!
  • Holiday season inspiration from Australia, Outback Steakhouse launched Steakmas, with a ‘Koala on the Walla’.
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill recently announced it is bringing back three of its best-selling merchandise in their ‘All I want is Chipotle’
  • Restaurant Spetters in Breskens has been named ‘Restaurant of the Year’ by restaurant association JRE-Nederland.
  • KULT Kefir is an innovative Belgian brand which sells an organic, healthy drink based on water kefir. You can order it at different restaurants and bars and it’s now also available in supermarkets in the Netherlands.
  • Youtuber Kaj Gorgels and culinary influencer Colin Knopper are opening burger restaurant Drippy’s in Rotterdam in cooperation with the CEO of the restaurant chain ‘De Beren’.
  • McDonald’s will launch their McValue platform in US Restaurants next year!

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Bagels & Beans celebrates Zencember© | All you need is less

26-11-2024

  • Bagels & Beans celebrated Zencember!Bagels & Beans celebrated Zencember!
  • Bagels & Beans celebrated Zencember!Bagels & Beans celebrated Zencember!

Need to relax and recharge between the festive rush? You can do so at Bagels & Beans throughout December. During Zencember©, you can drop by their locations for a zen moment. They will also help guests with personalised Christmas cards and the most beautiful wrapped gifts. And they also serve stress-relieving drinks and bagels, musical assistance and hand yoga!

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Christmas inspiration | Like an arty Christmas tree, decorations, delicacies and music at luxury hotels

25-11-2024

  • Candlelight concerts at 4 iconic Sofitel hotelsCandlelight concerts at 4 iconic Sofitel hotels
  • Details of the Claridge’s Christmas Tree 2024 by Paul SmithDetails of the Claridge’s Christmas Tree 2024 by Paul Smith
  • Sir Paul Smith has unveiled the Claridge’s Christmas Tree 2024Sir Paul Smith has unveiled the Claridge’s Christmas Tree 2024
  • Four Seasons Prague - Dior Afternoon TeaFour Seasons Prague - Dior Afternoon Tea
  • The Yule Log of Michaël Bartocetti of the Four Seasons Hotel George VThe Yule Log of Michaël Bartocetti of the Four Seasons Hotel George V
  • Stylish decorations at the Four Seasons Hotel George VStylish decorations at the Four Seasons Hotel George V
  • The Connaught Christmas Tree 2024 by Conrad Shawcross RAThe Connaught Christmas Tree 2024 by Conrad Shawcross RA
  • The Connaught Christmas Tree 2024 by Conrad Shawcross RAThe Connaught Christmas Tree 2024 by Conrad Shawcross RA

We love the fact that some hotels invite friends and/or designers to decorate their Christmas tree. We’re always looking forward to the arty Christmas tree of the Claridge’s hotel in Mayfair, this year decorated by designer Sir Paul Smith. The arty Christmas tree just outside the Connaught hotel has been decorated by influential British artist Conrad Shawcross RA. But we also always love the decorations at the Plaza hotel in New York, the Bûches de Noël in France and more. A list of luxury and fancy Christmas trees, decorations and traditional delicacies by luxury hotels. Who knows some of it might inspire you!

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Young entrepreneurs & new concepts | Cheesecake Project, Massalia and Surf & Turf

21-11-2024

  • The Cheesecake Project in Amsterdam - cheesecake Basque styleThe Cheesecake Project in Amsterdam - cheesecake Basque style
  • The Cheesecake Project in Amsterdam - cheesecake Basque styleThe Cheesecake Project in Amsterdam - cheesecake Basque style
  • Restobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menuRestobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menu
  • Restobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menuRestobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menu
  • Restobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menuRestobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menu
  • Restobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menuRestobar Massalia in Amsterdam - French - Greek menu
  • Restaurant Surf & Turf in UtrechtRestaurant Surf & Turf in Utrecht
  • Restaurant Surf & Turf in UtrechtRestaurant Surf & Turf in Utrecht
  • Restaurant Surf & Turf in UtrechtRestaurant Surf & Turf in Utrecht
  • Restaurant Surf & Turf in UtrechtRestaurant Surf & Turf in Utrecht

We spot fun, new concepts every day. This week, the artisan cheesecakes of the Cheesecake Project in Amsterdam, they created their own recipe for Basque style cheesecake. Massalia, a French-Greek restobar, which recently also opened in Amsterdam, where you can enjoy the influences of both French and Greek cuisine. And Surf & Turf, which opened its doors in Utrecht this September, where you can enjoy a refined selection of fish and dry-aged meats.

We wish all these entrepreneurs and their teams lots of fun and success with their concepts. More information below!

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‘Subway’s Fresh Forward 2.0’ positions the chain for the future

19-11-2024

  • Fresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of SubwayFresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of Subway
  • Fresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of SubwayFresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of Subway
  • Fresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of SubwayFresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of Subway
  • Fresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of SubwayFresh Forward 2.0 - the new interior design of Subway

Subway has unveiled their new global restaurant design. Subway®, one of the world’s largest restaurant brands, is introducing ‘Subway’s Fresh Forward 2.0’. Rolling out globally in 2025, the next iteration of its global restaurant image is designed to further enhance the guest experience, improve convenience and help drive franchisee profitability.

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Trends we spotted | Week 46

18-11-2024

  • The NH Collection Anniversary Spritz
  • Cini Tini cocktail of Papa Johns Pizza & American Aviation Gin - credits Hero
  • Penguin Trail in Fleet Street Quarter - credits Jeff Spicer PA Media Assignments
  • Penguin Trail in Fleet Street Quarter - credits Jeff Spicer PA Media Assignments
  • IKEA Hammersmith
  • IKEA Hammersmith

At horecatrends.com we spot many national and international trends on a daily basis. We pick the most interesting ones to write about, the other trends we use in our weekly column ‘Trends we spotted this week’. With this week links to articles about:

  • A cool way to serve a ‘girl dinner’ for 2! Done at Restaurant Villa Orange in Amsterdam.
  • NH Collection celebrates its 10th anniversary across Europe with an Anniversary Spritz, as cocktail and mocktail.
  • Papa Johns Pizza and Aviation American Gin are spicing up the cocktail scene with the ‘Cini Tini’.
  • The Ron Gastro Bowls are back at Poké Perfect! This winter Ron Blaauw created the Beef Rendang bowl and a Tempura Shrimp bowl.
  • Dave’s Hot Chicken chain is giving away hundreds of free sandos in East London on November 20th.
  • A great NYC tradition: the adult happy meal. Now also available at the Conversatorium Hotel in Amsterdam.
  • Waddle into wonder, the Penguin Parade Sculpture Trail in Fleet Street Quarter is now open!
  • IKEA has opened its first Swedish restaurant on a UK high street.
  • Cahoots Postal Office has officially landed in Borough Yards, London. Through a life-size postbox you step into a 1940s-inspired cocktail den.
  • An snow or ice maze in Poland: Snowlandia in Zakopane!

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Dive into Christmas | At the HUMBUG immersive Christmas Dive Bar

15-11-2024

  • HUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant WalkerHUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant Walker
  • HUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant WalkerHUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant Walker
  • HUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant WalkerHUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant Walker
  • HUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant WalkerHUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant Walker
  • HUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant WalkerHUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant Walker
  • HUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant WalkerHUMBUG Christmas Dive Bar - credits Grant Walker

Dive into Christmas, to cheer up Santa! This November, London’s magical immersive Christmas dive bar, HUMBUG, is back in town and, this time it promises to be even bigger, even better and even more raucous than before. Shaking things up for the festive season, the team at HUMBUG will be firing up the snow machines and sprinkling a little mischief into the magic at the Old Truman Brewery in Brick Lane from November 14th – December 31st, after a fully sold-out season last year.

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Young entrepreneurs & new concepts | Café Paloma, Bistrot Le Béret and Café Toulouse

14-11-2024

  • Café Paloma in The HagueCafé Paloma in The Hague
  • Café Paloma in The HagueCafé Paloma in The Hague
  • Café Paloma in The HagueCafé Paloma in The Hague
  • Bistrot Le Béret in Medemblik
  • Bistrot Le Béret in Medemblik
  • Bistrot Le Béret in Medemblik
  • Café Toulouse in Leiden
  • Café Toulouse in Leiden
  • Café Toulouse in Leiden

We spot fun, new concepts every day. This week: Café Paloma which opened in September and features South American cuisine and Paloma cocktails. Bistrot Le Béret recently opened in Medemblik, a real French bistro with mostly classics on the menu. And Café Toulouse opened recently in Leiden, also serving French cuisine but with a Sicilian touch! Three concepts with intriguing details.

We wish all these entrepreneurs and their teams lots of fun and success with their new restaurants, more details below!

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Hotel The Diamond opens in the center of Amsterdam

12-11-2024

  • Hotel The Diamond - credits Nina SlagmolenHotel The Diamond - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • Hotel The Diamond - credits Nina SlagmolenHotel The Diamond - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • Hotel The Diamond - credits Nina SlagmolenHotel The Diamond - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • Grand Café Heineken Hoek - credits Nina SlagmolenGrand Café Heineken Hoek - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • Grand Café Heineken Hoek - credits Nina SlagmolenGrand Café Heineken Hoek - credits Nina Slagmolen
  • Grand Café Heineken Hoek - credits Nina SlagmolenGrand Café Heineken Hoek - credits Nina Slagmolen

Opening – Every diamond is created under extreme pressure, resulting in a unique and enduring final product. Such is the case with Hotel The Diamond, located in the impressive building of the same name on the Leidseplein in Amsterdam. This long-awaited five-star boutique hotel with 36 luxurious rooms will open its doors on November 15th, right in the bustling heart of the capital.

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An immersive Christmas Light Maze with a shopping village and Christmas magic

11-11-2024

  • An immersive Christmas Lights Maze by Enchant ChristmasAn immersive Christmas Lights Maze by Enchant Christmas

We couldn’t find an immersive Christmas Light Maze in Europe yet, howevere correct us if we are wrong. But we love the idea, another fun event to visit with the family instead of just meeting each other for Christmas dinner. Inspiration for Holiday Season events!

Enchant Christmas, creates the beloved holiday event known for its World’s Largest immersive Christmas Light Maze, shopping Village, and magical atmosphere, and its newest creation, Classic Christmas. This year they are also launching ‘Kids Light Up The Night’ during select event dates this season.

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Trends we spotted | Week 45

11-11-2024

  • Trends we spotted
  • Cocktails at the brasserie Appelmans & Absinthbar in AntwerpCocktails at the brasserie Appelmans & Absinthbar in Antwerp
  • Four Seasons celebrates ‘World Kindness Day’ with food at the heartFour Seasons celebrates ‘World Kindness Day’ with food at the heart
  • Hilton Travel with Purpose Week in Dallas TexasHilton Travel with Purpose Week in Dallas Texas
  • House sit for Paddington and The Browns in their London home - AirbnbHouse sit for Paddington and The Browns in their London home - Airbnb
  • McDonald's in the Netherlands X Old Amsterdam cheeseMcDonald's in the Netherlands X Old Amsterdam cheese
  • Minibar for the 20th anniversary by brasserie Appelmans & AbsinthbarMinibar for the 20th anniversary by brasserie Appelmans & Absinthbar
  • Sardineshop.be - the perfect apero bites for the Holiday SeasonSardineshop.be - the perfect apero bites for the Holiday Season
  • Sardineshop.be - the perfect apero bites for the Holiday SeasonSardineshop.be - the perfect apero bites for the Holiday Season

At horecatrends.com we spot many national and international trends on a daily basis. We pick the most interesting ones to write about, the other trends we use in our weekly column ‘Trends we spotted this week’. With this week links to articles about:

  • Horecava 2025: this is how top chefs see the future of the hospitality industry: socially engaged, innovative and exceptionally delicious.
  • Thomas Baeyens, the chef of restaurant L’Amitié in Antwerp, recently launched his new project: Sardineshop.be. Tinned fish as the perfect apero during the holiday season.
  • Brasserie Appelmans & the Absinth Bar in Antwerp exists 20 years, keep reading to find out how they celebrate. We love the idea of the mini-bar offer!
  • On the menu of the Dutch McDonald’s, a McDonald’s X Old Amsterdam burger, their ‘year-end-burger’!
  • Another Airbnb icon: House sit for Paddington and The Browns in their London home.
  • Spotted on Instagram: a great way to make cheesecake lollies, done by Lolly Bakery!
  • Four Seasons celebrates ‘World Kindness Day’ with food at the heart.
  • Hilton celebrates their ‘Global Week of Engagement’ and partners with Keep America Beautiful.

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