Boutique hotel The Diamond and Grand Café Heineken Hoek are opening in Amsterdam in August
27-6-2024
In August, boutique hotel The Diamond is opening its doors on Amsterdam’s bustling Leidseplein. This much talked-about hotel, designed by architect Robert Meijer, also brings back Grand Café Heineken Hoek, fully restyled and ready to make new hospitality history. The Diamond will open in phases, with more new concepts being introduced at the hotel after August.
Trends we spotted | Week 25
25-6-2024
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:
- The We’re Smart award ceremony for Best Vegetable Restaurant in 2024 will take place in Valencia on November 12, 2024.
- Restaurant Noor is ranked 155 in the top 555 restaurants in Europe, of Opiniated About Food (AOD). All the Dutch restaurants mentioned on the list in this article!
- Quality Lodges celebrated its 21st anniversary with a 21-year dinner at The Duke Suites in Nistelrode. The ‘QL Hotel of the Year 2024’ award was presented to Châteauhotel & Restaurant de Havixhorst.
- Hilton Amsterdam recently celebrated the arrival of the first keg of ‘Hollandse Nieuwe’ (herring) on their waterside terrace for the 29th time, with an Olympic touch and special preparations.
- Last Friday, June 21st, restaurant Soigné organised an ‘EK 3-course meal‘ and restaurant de Burgemeester (the Mayor) organised an ‘EK dinner for champions‘. A delicious meal and on time for the match of the Netherlands – France! Great idea?
- The Connaught recently unveiled an art installation by Alex Israel in London’s Carlos Place. They also sell ice creams inspired by the artwork.
- Seventh Brunch wins award for best brunch in Lisbon from Tripadvisor.
- Haarlem-based craft brewery Jopen has made an IPA with desalinated North Sea water from SEA Water.
- Reopening of sustainable restaurant Nolla in Helsinki, 2 special nights of cooking without electricity.
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The summer drinks we love to drink on a terrace
25-6-2024
At last we have warm, sunny weather here in the Netherlands! We made a list of the ultimate summer drinks that we love to drink on the terrace. Think of a Tomatini, an old-fashioned Pimm’s Cup, Negroni, Lychee Martini or a cocktail flight! But also the various non-alcoholic drinks – like a Santani organic soda or a small bottle of Crodino for those who love the Aperol taste! The latter is also orange, a great non-alcoholic alternative while watching the Dutch team during the European Championships. 
Marriott Bonvoy points + Starbucks Stars | Free stays and coffee for US royalty members
24-6-2024
By enrolling in both programs and linking accounts, US royalty members can earn Marriott Bonvoy points and Starbucks Stars and be on their way toward free stays and coffee as well as access to curated travel experiences.
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Cocktail machine L’OUI Petit Pro | Handy, easy to use and high-quality cocktails
24-6-2024
Soon to be launched is the L’OUI Petit Pro, an innovative cocktail machine that opens up new possibilities for the hospitality industry in all segments. With this compact machine, L’OUI sets a new standard, based on the knowledge and success of the previously launched L’OUI Grand Pro. The Petit Pro brings the same high-quality technology in a more manageable size, ideal for business owners who want to combine efficiency with quality.
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Restaurant ‘t Slaakhuys | Gastronomy and Rotterdam heritage
17-6-2024
Opening – On a spot where history used to be written, literally – the location served as the editorial office of the daily newspaper ‘Het Vrije Volk’ – the new restaurant ‘t Slaakhuys opens. The historic building on the Slaak, designed by architect Jo Vegter, has undergone a major transformation during reconstruction and comes with an entirely new and almost un-Dutch concept.
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Trends we spotted | Week 24
17-6-2024
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:
- New pizza box bin debuts at Central Park latest attempt in NYC’s fight against rats, an initiative by the Central Park Conservancy.
- A sunscreen smoothie by Vacation ® x Erewhon, if you see the ingredients it makes sense!
- Have a Roll is a concept from Belgium selling all kinds of vegan cinnamon rolls, they now have 2 locations in Amsterdam and Utrecht!
- Recently opened: Holy Macaroni, serving Mac & Cheese bowls in Utrecht, The Netherlands.
- In Paris, Cala opens 4th location of their robotic pasta restaurant at Place de la Madeleine.
- Link to an interesting article about ‘sleeptech’ and ‘welltech’ on eHotelier by Adam and Larry Mogelonsky. With the title: ‘Why focus on sleep amenities to grow a hotel’s wellness’.
- Ruby Hotels unveils project in Rotterdam, a conversion of office space into a 225-room hotel.
- Leonardo Hotels enters into an agreement to acquire the Zien Group and its 12 hotels in the Netherlands.
- Celest, the new premium restaurant and cocktai lbar of Magnicity in the Zalmhaven in Rotterdam is going to offer an unique experience based on the novel ‘The Unparalleled Adventure of One Hans Pfaall’ (1835) by Edgar Allan Poe.
- Restaurant De Beren in Den Haag – Ypenburg is now open. Located in the building of Pathé Ypenburg.
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Taco and PATRÓN Tequila cocktail summer menu at the Berkeley rooftop bar
17-6-2024
The Berkeley hotel, perfectly nestled between bustling Knightsbridge and leafy Belgravia, will open its rooftop – usually reserved for staying guests – to all for summer 2024. The Berkeley Rooftop Bar will be open for the season from the evening of 11th July, offering the ultimate alfresco destination for Londoners to soak up sweeping sunset views over Hyde Park, whilst sitting by the glistening swimming pool. Unrivalled views of London’s skyline will be complemented with a brand-new Mexican-inspired menu of PATRÓN Tequila cocktails and tacos.
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Janu Tokyo | The first location of a new hotel brand
14-6-2024
Opening – Hotel Janu Tokyo, has opened, signalling the start of a strong and growing pipeline consisting of 12 properties. While reshaping the world of luxury hospitality, Janu follows in the footsteps of its esteemed sibling, Aman, and forges its own path with a vision that is both inventive and inspirational. Unlike the quiet serenity and peaceful zen that Aman is known for, Janu exudes an optimistic energy and a whimsical design story.
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Ritz-Carlton Reserve Nujuma makes grand entrance in the Middle East
14-6-2024
Opening – Ritz-Carlton Reserve Nujuma, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East was recently unveiled on Ummahat Island in the tranquil waters of The Red Sea. The private island retreat is nestled within the captivating Blue Hole cluster of islands, where pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the surface and the celestial canopy above paints an endless tapestry of stars.
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