Independent Hotel Show | Boutique hotels more popular than ever

11-3-2024

  • Independent Hotel ShowIndependent Hotel Show | Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam, de boutique collection van IHG
  • Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam, de boutique collection van IHG. Bill Kimpton wordt met Ian Schrager gezien als 'uitvinder' van het boetiek-hotel.Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam, de boutique collection van IHG.

We’re seeing a big increase in the number of boutique hotels globally. Not only are more ‘independent’ hotels emerging, but large hotel chains are also investing in these luxury lifestyle hotels. Coming Tuesday, March 12 and 13, the Independent Hotel Show is taking place in the RAI in Amsterdam. A ’boutique fair’ for owners and managers of this type of hotel.

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Trends we spotted | Week 8

27-2-2024

  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • De Kunstfabriek Unit 699 Rotterdam - credits Photography by SegraphyDe Kunstfabriek Unit 699 Rotterdam - credits Photography by Segraphy
  • Growing animal muscle and fat cells inside rice grains credits Yonsei UniversityGrowing animal muscle and fat cells inside rice grains credits Yonsei University
  • Opening of the second Panda Express at the army base GrafenwöhrOpening of the second Panda Express at the army base Grafenwöhr
  • Starbucks debuts inclusive spaces framework - first store in Whashington DCStarbucks debuts inclusive spaces framework - first store in Whashington DC
  • The cocktail book by The Connaught Bar - Recipes and iconic creationsThe cocktail book by The Connaught Bar - Recipes and iconic creations
  • The purple lady for International Women's Day at THE DUCHESSThe purple lady for International Women's Day at THE DUCHESS

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 ‘inclusive spaces framework’ by Starbucks, their concept opened in Washington D.C.
  • Korean scientists created cultured beef rice.
  • Second store for Panda Express in Europe. They have over 2,400 stores worldwide with over 90 stores outside the USA.
  • Have you ever heard of Coffee Omakase?
  • A pop-up Pokémon Center is opening at the ExCel London International Exhibition Centre this spring.
  • Enjoy your weekend treat for breakfast at Brioche Amsterdam – they sell brioche croissants.
  • The legendary Connaught Bar of the Connaught hotel is publishing a cocktail book this April, you can pre order the book with 100 elegant signature cocktails.
  • The restaurants of THE ENTOURAGE GROUP of Amsterdam celebrate International Women’s Day.
  • De Kunstfabriek | Unit 699 recently opened in Rotterdam, it’s an art gallery with a natural wine bar.

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New culinary addition to Amsterdam North | Café Cress

26-2-2024

  • Café Cress - interieur - credits Nina BalkCafé Cress - interieur - credits Nina Balk
  • Café Cress - interieur & nagelkaas broodje - credits Nina BalkCafé Cress - interieur & nagelkaas broodje - credits Nina Balk
  • Café Cress - interieur en broodje buikspek - credits Nina BalkCafé Cress - interieur en broodje buikspek - credits Nina Balk
  • Café Cress - het team & hun appeltaart - credits Nina BalkCafé Cress - het team & hun appeltaart - credits Nina Balk
  • Café Cress - interieur - credits Nina BalkCafé Cress - interieur - credits Nina Balk

Opening – Café Cress is a new culinary addition to Amsterdam-Noord. Behind this concept are Jeffrey Klepper, Niamh Groentjes and Cyril Martineau. Klepper runs the front and Groentjes and Martineau are responsible for the kitchen. With Café Cress, the three want to create an approachable place where everyone feels at home. Like sitting with family or friends in your living room, but with good service and food at an affordable price. Cress maintains a small menu that changes every week with fresh products from the market. You can go to Cress for lunch, drinks and dinner.

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Welcome to WcDonald’s!

23-2-2024

  • WcDonald's - McDonald's brings anime fans' favorite fictional restaurant to lifeWcDonald's - McDonald's brings anime fans' favorite fictional restaurant to life
  • WcDonald's - McDonald's brings anime fans' favorite fictional restaurant to lifeWcDonald's - McDonald's brings anime fans' favorite fictional restaurant to life
  • WcDonald's - McDonald's brings anime fans' favorite fictional restaurant to lifeWcDonald's - McDonald's brings anime fans' favorite fictional restaurant to life

For years, anime fans have been making McDonald’s-inspired ‘WcDonald’s’ restaurants a part of anime’s most memorable movies and shows. Now, in collaboration with some of the biggest names in anime, WcDonald’s will make the move from fiction to real life. Beginning Feb. 26 in more than 30 global markets, they’re building on their fans’ vision and imagination by unleashing this universe in their restaurants and beyond, with a new sauce, manga-inspired packaging, episodic shorts and so much more.

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Glass of ‘Zeeschuim’ anyone?

23-2-2024

  • Brouwerij Homeland introduceert het huisbier Zeeschuim voor Het ScheepvaartmuseumBrouwerij Homeland introduceert het huisbier Zeeschuim voor Het Scheepvaartmuseum
  • Brouwerij Homeland introduceert Misthoorn Brett BierBrouwerij Homeland introduceert Misthoorn Brett Bier

Homeland Brewery and The National Maritime Museum (Het Scheepvaartmuseum) in Amsterdam are pleased to announce an unique collaboration. During the Homeland Special Beer Festival taking place on March 8th and 9th at The National Maritime Museum, the house beer named Zeeschuim (Sea Foam) will also be launched. This “good neighbour” collaboration brings together two neighbours in Amsterdam who share their passion for craft and history.

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KFC USA | It’s not Pizza it’s Chizza!

23-2-2024

  • The Chizza - limited available at KFC USAThe Chizza - limited available at KFC USA
  • The Chizzeria exterior at the pop-up in NYC - credits KFCThe Chizzeria exterior at the pop-up in NYC - credits KFC

Kentucky Fried Chicken keeps pairing the unexpected to create another mouthwatering meal. Starting Feb. 26 for a limited time, KFC is introducing the international smash hit, Chizza (“cheet-za”), to KFC menus in the U.S.* It’s not pizza: two 100% white meat Extra Crispy™ fried chicken filets topped with zesty marinara sauce, melty mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni.

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Germany’s restaurant-discovery-app, NeoTaste expands to Amsterdam

23-2-2024

  • Germany’s restaurant-discovery-app NeoTaste expands to AmsterdamGermany’s restaurant-discovery-app NeoTaste expands to Amsterdam
  • Germany’s restaurant-discovery-app NeoTaste expands to AmsterdamGermany’s restaurant-discovery-app NeoTaste expands to Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s gastronomic landscape is on the brink of a revolution as NeoTaste, Germany’s leading app for restaurant lovers and gastronomes, is expanding to the capital as of February. With a list of over 200 partner restaurants in Amsterdam, including the renowned Bar Kosta, restaurant Café Celia and caterers like Raïnaraï and Mezzave. NeoTaste promises unique culinary experiences for Amsterdam’s foodies. After Amsterdam, NeoTaste will expand further to The Hague, Rotterdam, Utrecht and Haarlem this spring.

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Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment

22-2-2024

  • Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortmentVegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment
  • Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortmentVegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment
  • Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortmentVegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment
  • Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortmentVegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment
  • Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment - PastramiVegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder launches innovative plant-based assortment - Pastrami

Vegetable & Fruit supplier Van Gelder is really Dutch and at the same time hypermodern. The company delivers fresh fruit and vegetables to hotels and restaurants, hospitals and government agencies throughout the country every day. In addition, consumers can go to the Versmarkt and the Experience Center in Ridderkerk to pick up fresh products and a healthy lunch. The new plant-based assortment is launching this spring. Sustainable and progressive meat and fish substitutes will be produced in-house. From burgers, meatballs, soup balls and lamb to sandwich fillings such as roast beef and smoked salmon, made from vegetables, fermented fava beans, mushrooms and legumes.

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‘Tablebooker’ from Belgium joins Zenchef

22-2-2024

  • Tablebooker joins ZenchefTablebooker joins Zenchef

Zenchef, European leader in restaurant reservation technology, is proud to welcome Tablebooker, a major player in the Belgian restaurant reservation sector, to its group. This addition marks a significant step in reshaping the European restaurant technology landscape, following its merger with Formitable in early 2023 and welcoming Resengo later that year.

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Trends we spotted | Week 07

19-2-2024

  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • Basecamp Eco-resorts acquired Boutique hotel The Unbound in AmsterdamBasecamp Eco-resorts acquired Boutique hotel The Unbound in Amsterdam
  • Citadines Canal Amsterdam opens its doors soonCitadines Canal Amsterdam opens its doors soon
  • Citadines Canal Amsterdam opens its doors soonCitadines Canal Amsterdam opens its doors soon
  • een duurzame Dripdrop paraplu bij DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Stationeen duurzame Dripdrop paraplu bij DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
  • Freed Developments announced a 5-star luxury hotel and residences project in TorontoFreed Developments announced a 5-star luxury hotel and residences project in Toronto
  • Snack Bases by Santa MariaSnack Bases by Santa Maria
  • Subway® Canada played cupidSubway® Canada played cupid
  • The Goodbye Pies from Pizza HutThe Goodbye Pies from Pizza Hut

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:

  • Citadines Canal Amsterdam opens its doors soon.
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station has recently partnered with Dripdrop, offering its guests sustainable umbrellas on rainy days.
  • Basecamp Eco-resorts acquired Boutique hotel The Unbound in Amsterdam
  • Freed Developments announced a 5-star luxury hotel and residences project, called Freed, in Toronto.
  • Hot Honey Goodbye Pies’, by Pizza Hut USA, helped breaking up relationships for Valentine’s Day.
  • Subway® Canada showed that anything is possible when Canadians say ‘Yesway to new experiences
  • Snack Bases by Santa Maria, this product makes it super easy to make your own signature vegan and gluten-free snacks.
  • Bow tie croissants – on sale at Layla Bakery on Portobello road in London.
  • Another croissant craze – the flat croissants – one influencer compares these croissants from Alexander’s Patisserie to a palmier.
  • Ice cream inspiration from Tokyo, soft-serve ice cream with deep-fried sweet potato!
  • And painting with your food! ‘7 paintings’ by Dinner Tales at the Hyde Hotel in Dubai.

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