KETEL 1 SHAKE OFF | Competition inspires bartenders and cocktail shakers

21-2-2023

  • Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2023Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2023
  • Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2023Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2023
  • Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2023Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2023
  • Winner Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2022Winner Ketel 1 SHAKE OFF 2022

KETEL 1 jenever (Dutch gin) mixes well and is gaining ground in the cocktail scene, according to distiller Nolet. To support establishments in the hospitality industry in their search for the perfect mix, the family business, which has existed since 1691, organizes a mixing competition, the KETEL 1 SHAKE OFF. In this annual competition, hospitality teams compete for the best hard lemonade based on KETEL 1 Jenever and sparkling water.

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Trends we spotted | Week 7

21-2-2023

  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • KFC Court by KFC Canada
  • McDonald's Germany introduced the McPlant NuggetsMcDonald's Germany introduced the McPlant Nuggets
  • MGallery Hotel Collection delivers style and substance with ‘Stories That Stay’MGallery Hotel Collection delivers style and substance with ‘Stories That Stay’
  • Opera Airbnb stay at the Palais Garnier in Paris - credits Blue Max MediaOpera Airbnb stay at the Palais Garnier in Paris - credits Blue Max Media

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 week 7 2023’.

With this week links to articles about amongst others a dipping-friendly bacon milkshake at Domino’s Japan and Burger King Thailand comes with a ‘Chocolate King Hamburger menu’ in a collab with Hershey’s.

Amazon is expanding its payment method with the palm of your hand, introduced by Amazon One at Whole Foods Markets. And a Kickstarter project by Big Eddy Glass Works, The Colour Bomb Cup. Great water glasses for restaurants.

McDonald’s Germany introduces McPlant® Nuggets developed by Beyond Meat® and KFC Canada introduced the first winterized basketball court.

The Palais Garnier, home to the Phantom of the Opera and one of the world’s most famous opera houses, is now available for a one-night stay on Airbnb. And MGallery Hotel Collection delivers style and substance with ‘Stories That Stay’.

The Finnish food technology startup The Nordic Umami Company has developed sustainable umami flavors from plant-based circular ingredients. Available in bouillons, sauces, and salts.

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Virgin Hotel New York City | Rooms with great views

17-2-2023

  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City
  • Virgin Hotel New York CityVirgin Hotel New York City

Virgin Hotel New York City has opened its doors to guests beginning February 2023, with an official grand opening in spring 2023. Located at 1227 Broadway, and taking up the entire block between 29th Street and 30th Street, the newest addition to the Virgin Hotels collection sits at the heart of the booming NoMad neighborhood and delivers a vibrant yet sophisticated hospitality experience in one of the world’s most exciting cities. This is the sixth Virgin Hotels in the United States and the seventh in the brand portfolio.  

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Larens Blanje Bleu | Wine with Dutch roots and a musical twist

16-2-2023

  • Larens Blanje Bleu - Design & Wijn - credits Rose GrootLarens Blanje Bleu - Design & Wijn - credits Rose Groot
  • Larens Blanje Bleu - Design & Wijn - credits Rose GrootLarens Blanje Bleu - Design & Wijn - credits Rose Groot

On Saturday the 18th of February, Design & Wine are launching a new wine called Larens Blanje Bleu. This white wine, made from blue grapes also known as Blanc de Noir, is made by Wijngoed Gelders Laren and is being sold exclusively by Design & Wine. The wine is made from the blue wine grape Cabertin, from the 2021 harvest. 700 bottles of this characterful wine have been produced.  

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Domino’s Loaded Tots | New menu item from Domino’s Pizza

14-2-2023

  • Domino's Pizza USA introduces Loaded TotsDomino's Pizza USA introduces Loaded Tots

What happens when you take all the best parts of pizza and put them on tots? A delicious new menu item from Domino’s Pizza Inc., the largest pizza company in the world, is born. Introducing Domino’s Loaded Tots – crispy tots loaded with melty cheese and mouthwatering toppings, which come in the following three varieties: Philly Cheese Steak, Melty 3-Cheese and Cheddar Bacon. Each order comes with golden brown potato tots which are topped to perfection and oven baked.

We think lots of Domino’s Pizza fans in Europe would love to try them as well!

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Trends we spotted | Week 6

13-2-2023

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  • Cauliflower Sandwich at Chick-fil-A®Cauliflower Sandwich at Chick-fil-A®
  • Legoland North America - Certified Autism CentersLegoland North America - Certified Autism Centers
  • Legoland North America - Certified Autism CentersLegoland North America - Certified Autism Centers
  • McDonald’s USA ® joins forces with Keke Palmer to shine a light on ten black visionariesMcDonald’s USA ® joins forces with Keke Palmer to shine a light on ten black visionaries
  • Two unforgettable 'Four Seasons Drive Experience' itineraries unveiled for 2023Two unforgettable 'Four Seasons Drive Experience' itineraries unveiled for 2023

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 amongst others the Legoland Resorts in North America, they will become ‘Certified Autism Centers’ by Spring 2023. And Germany’s Coffee Fellows will make their US debut with 3 Texas stores, including the company’s first drive-thru outlet.

We also read about natural food colorants made from fungi! Biotechnology company Michroma’s ingredients are vegan, non-GMO, halal, and kosher, making them ideal for a diversity of uses.

McDonald’s USA® joins forces with Keke Palmer to shine a light on ten black visionaries, they will each receive $20.000 to help them reach their individual goals. And Chick-fil-A® is testing a cauliflower burger on their menu.

Two unforgettable ‘Four Seasons Drive Experience’ itineraries unveiled for 2023, a great idea for other hotel chains? And London is experiencing a round and square croissants hype. The round ‘supreme croissant’ is sold at  Philippe Conticini. lees verder

Takumi opens 2nd location in Eindhoven on Valentine’s Day

10-2-2023

  • Takumi Ramen opens second restaurant in EindhovenTakumi Ramen opens second restaurant in Eindhoven
  • Takumi Ramen opens second restaurant in EindhovenTakumi Ramen opens second restaurant in Eindhoven
  • Takumi Ramen opens second restaurant in EindhovenTakumi Ramen opens second restaurant in Eindhoven
  • Takumi Ramen opens second restaurant in EindhovenTakumi Ramen opens second restaurant in Eindhoven
  • Takumi Ramen opens second restaurant in EindhovenTakumi Ramen opens second restaurant in Eindhoven
  • Takumi Ramen opens second restaurant in EindhovenTakumi Ramen opens second restaurant in Eindhoven

Opening – Ramen lovers are in for a treat, as Takumi is opening a new restaurant in the city of Eindhoven in the south of the Netherlands this month. Besides their existing location on Kerkstraat, Eindhoven residents will soon be able to visit the brand-new location on Nieuwstraat for authentic Japanese noodle soup. With this, the Ramen chain now has 10 locations in the Netherlands.

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Macaron ice cream | Häagen-Dazs X Pierre Hermé

9-2-2023

  • Häagen Dazs X Pierre Hermé - Macaron ice creamHäagen Dazs X Pierre Hermé - Macaron ice cream
  • Häagen Dazs X Pierre Hermé - Macaron ice creamHäagen Dazs X Pierre Hermé - Macaron ice cream

An unique collaboration between luxury ice cream maker Häagen-Dazs and world-renowned pastry chef Pierre Hermé. They created a new macaron ice cream range and it’s hitting the shelves now starting with UK & France. Pierre Hermé is celebrated for his exquisite macarons and together with the iconic ice cream of Häagen-Dazs, a new era of magical indulgence is here.

We tasted Pierre Hermé’s delicious ‘macaron framboise, imagine a taste like that in ice cream, mouthwatering!  

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Friesdrank | the creamiest drink of the Dutch region Friesland

31-1-2023

  • Friesdrank - de romigste frisdrank van FrieslandFriesdrank - de romigste frisdrank van Friesland
  • Friesdrank - de romigste frisdrank van FrieslandFriesdrank - de romigste frisdrank van Friesland

Friesdrank is the tasty result of the collaboration between a Frisian wine specialist, a Frisian cheese maker and a Frisian beer brewer. This new Frisian soft drink is made partly from whey, a residual product from cheese-making. The whey gives Friesdrank a sustainable touch as well as a special flavour. The introduction will take place at the upcoming HorecaEvenTT in Leeuwarden.

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Johnny’s Burger Company X O’Tacos

31-1-2023

  • Johnny's Burger Company X O'TacosJohnny's Burger Company X O'Tacos

A first for the Dutch food industry. Burger take-away and delivery company Johnny’s Burger Company will get exclusive rights to franchise the originally French fast food brand O’Tacos. The agreement between Johnny’s Burger Company and O’Tacos clears a path for a new type of franchise formula. During the pilot, some 30 locations of Johnny’s Burger Company will launch a so-called virtual kitchen for O’Tacos.

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