Trends we spotted | Week 11

18-3-2024

  • Trends we spottedTrends we spotted
  • Bastion Hotels chooses Mews as cloud software for their 30+ hotelsBastion Hotels chooses Mews as cloud software for their 30+ hotels
  • Ruby Hotel in Sweden - credit © Bobakstudio - Karminsky Architecture_Ruby Hotel in Sweden - credit © Bobakstudio - Karminsky Architecture_

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:

  • Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken wants to open restaurants in Germany.
  • Pizza Hut rolls out a pizza-bagel mashup: The Big New Yorker Pizza Bagel, in NYC and Los Angeles.
  • Empanada chain from Spain, Las Muns opens stores in Milan and 2 in Portugal.
  • Inspiration through Instagram:
    • Strawberry Garden Café in Seoul;
    • Strawberry Afternoon Tea at Hotel Naru MGallery in Korea
    • A coffee flight – available at the Junction by Common Ground in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
    • And at the Nuldam Space vegan café you can send a letter to your future self or somebody else.
  • The Ruby Group announced their first hotel in Sweden, located in the heart of the island of Kungsholmen in Stockholm.
  • Bastion Hotels chooses Mews as cloudsoftware for their 30+ hotels.

Enjoy reading!

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abc kitchens by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens at the Emory in London

14-3-2024

  • abc kitchens by Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens in the Emory in London in Aprilabc kitchens by Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens in the Emory in London in April
  • abc kitchens by Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens in the Emory in London in Aprilabc kitchens by Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens in the Emory in London in April
  • abc kitchens by Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens in the Emory in London in Aprilabc kitchens by Jean-Georges Vongerichten opens in the Emory in London in April

The French Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten from NYC, will open his concept abc kitchens on Thursday 4th April 2024 at The Emory in Knightsbridge. A modern architectural masterpiece designed by the late Richard Rogers and Ivan Harbour, The Emory is London’s first all-suite hotel and the latest opening by Maybourne, operator of Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley, and other international, prestigious outposts.

We enjoyed our dinner at abcV in the Tin Building in New York last year and loved their vegan cuisine, the menu of the other concepts of abc kitchens sounds delicious as well! ^Robin

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Focus on ingredients at the new menu of the Bunk restaurants

14-3-2024

  • New menu at the Bunk restaurants based on ingredientsNew menu at the Bunk restaurants based on ingredients
  • New menu at the Bunk restaurants based on ingredientsNew menu at the Bunk restaurants based on ingredients
  • New menu at the Bunk restaurants based on ingredientsNew menu at the Bunk restaurants based on ingredients

Bunk hotels in churches in Amsterdam and Utrecht likes to keep surprising guests. This spring, the restaurants in both cities will launch their new restaurant concept. The menu of Bunk restaurants has undergone a major overhaul with the new menu focusing mainly on traditional Dutch preparations presented in a special way. The drink menu has been expanded and guests are advised which drink best matches the dish for optimal pairing.

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Café Van Zanten introduces culinary frikandel at ‘Frikandellenfeest’

12-3-2024

  • Haute Frikandel bij Cafe Van Zanten in RotterdamHaute Frikandel bij Cafe Van Zanten in Rotterdam
  • Haute Frikandel bij Cafe Van Zanten in RotterdamHaute Frikandel bij Cafe Van Zanten in Rotterdam
  • Haute Frikandel bij Cafe Van Zanten in RotterdamHaute Frikandel bij Cafe Van Zanten in Rotterdam
  • Fijn Dining bij Cafe Van Zanten in RotterdamFijn Dining bij Cafe Van Zanten in Rotterdam

The frikandel does not exactly radiate haute cuisine or fine dining. Yet on March 15, Café Van Zanten (in Rotterdam) is going to change this: during the Frikandellenfeest (frikandel party) guests will have the opportunity to taste the frikandel in all its culinary glory. Thus no blob of curry, mayo and some shredded raw onion, but tantalizing taste sensations that will take the deep-fried meat stick to a new level.

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Exclusive pop-up of MR PORTER Steakhouse, Bar & Lounge in Ibiza

12-3-2024

  • MR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17thMR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17th
  • MR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17thMR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17th
  • MR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17thMR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17th
  • MR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17thMR PORTER Ibiza opens May 17th

THE ENTOURAGE GROUP brings the renowned MR PORTER Steakhouse, Bar & Lounge as a pop-up to Ibiza. They will welcome guests starting May 17 for an unforgettable summer. Housed in the former setting of sister brand IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar, MR PORTER introduces a modern steakhouse. Already enjoying triumphs in Amsterdam and Barcelona and with an opening planned in London later this year, MR PORTER promises to bring an unparalleled fine dining experience to the enchanting island.

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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.

Enjoy reading!

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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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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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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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