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The Canephora Flavour Wheel | Mocca d’Or contributes to globally recognized flavour wheel for Robusta coffee

4-8-2026

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Mocca d’Or, based in Zwolle, in the eastern parts of the Netherlands, has played a notable role in the development of the Canephora Flavour Wheel, the first scientifically grounded flavour wheel for Robusta coffee (Coffea canephora), published in the scientific journal Scientific Reports. Of the only three Dutch cuppers invited to take part in the research, two, Judith Konsten and Niels te Vaanhold, are quality staff at Mocca d’Or. They were among 49 professional tasters who evaluated 67 high-quality Canephora coffees from 13 countries in Switzerland and Brazil. For the first time, the flavour wheel gives the coffee variety, long associated mainly with bulk and instant coffee, its own flavour language, featuring notes such as cocoa, spices, and tropical fruit.

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Snackification | Small bites, big impact

3-8-2026

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Snackification is one of the most talked-about trends in the food industry right now, and it’s all about eating smaller portions more frequently. With increasingly busy schedules and the rise of weight loss medicines, more and more people are swapping three square meals for smaller, more intentional bites. This shift is fundamentally changing how brands, chefs and restaurants approach food.

On the consumer side, it’s about smaller, flexible and nutrient-dense snacks on the go — think individual packaging, added vitamins, gut health support and high protein. On the industry side, fine-dining chefs are increasingly embracing casual street food concepts, food trucks and upscale finger foods. This trend even found its way into my kitchen, last weekend I served a lunch with many small, delicious and healthy snack bites portions. ^Marjolein van Spronsen

Many examples in this article!

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Lay’s Potato Restaurant in Shanghai | Here, the potato takes centre stage

31-7-2026

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Back in April 2026, PepsiCo’s potato chip brand Lay’s officially opened China’s first Lay’s Potato Restaurant in Shanghai’s Xintiandi district. This immersive, limited-time brand experience reimagines the potato and the Lay’s chip through menu innovation, design, and collaborations. The restaurant is the latest example of how PepsiCo is working to grow in the away-from-home channel and create new meal occasions associated with its brands.

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Striktly Summer | Striktly, Coconuts and Café ‘t Fust bring the tropics to Rotterdam

30-7-2026

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It’s as if you’re on vacation, right in the center of Rotterdam. This summer, Stadhuisplein turns into an atmospheric open-air dance floor on Tuesday evenings during Striktly Summer. After the outdoor event, the party continues from 11:00 PM during the official afterparties at Coconuts & café ‘t Fust.

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BlueBlood Bubbles | A monthly Champagne & Oyster celebration in Hilton The Hague

24-7-2026

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Restaurant BlueBlood at Hilton The Hague introduces BlueBlood Bubbles, a new monthly Champagne & Oyster celebration taking place on the last Friday of every month. With free entry, guests are invited to enjoy premium Pommery champagne, freshly shucked oysters, live DJ music, and a vibrant social atmosphere; the perfect way to welcome the weekend in style..

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Trends we spotted | Week 30

24-7-2026

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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:

• American Express and ALL Accor expand the power of membership with new global partnership.
• Eberhardjes and Dolly Bellefleur launch limited edition ‘Liefde (love) NOW’, available at all STACH stores in Amsterdam.
• Registration for the Horecava Awards 2027 is now open. Since July 23rd, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs in the foodservice industry are able to submit their most innovative product or concept.
• Claridge’s has announced the publication of its first-ever book, Claridge’s: Queen of Hotels, Hotel of Kings.
• POP+BARK and Rooftop Cinema Club UK are bringing dogs to the movies for a full day of dog-friendly rooftop cinema action on Sunday, August 16.
• The McDonald’s restaurant in Breukelen, operated by the new franchisee Ronen van ’t Hoog, is the Dutch flagship location for the international ‘World Menu Heist’-campaign.
• Are you already thinking about how to create a festive Christmas atmosphere in your hotel? The Immersive Christmas Experience, ice!™ at the Gaylord Hotels has already been announced!

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This summer, the Horta x Veuve Clicquot Rooftop Terrace is open in Antwerp

9-7-2026

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This summer, Antwerp gains a truly special terrace. Grand Café Horta is teaming up with Veuve Clicquot to open a temporary rooftop terrace above one of the city’s most iconic hospitality venues. Throughout July and August, the rooftop of Horta is open to the general public, with champagne, bites, cocktails and DJ sets under the banner of beats, bites & bubbles. On the line-up: Buscemi, Phill Da Cunha, Sven Van Hees, Cherokee, Tony Talboom and Stefan Vranckx. Enjoy the summer at the Horta x Veuve Clicquot Rooftop Terrace, all through July and August.

The design of the Horta x Veuve Clicquot Rooftop Terrace is reminiscent of the beach clubs along the Côte d’Azur and other parts of southern Europe that are getting a summery takeover by well-known designers this year.

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Trends we spotted | Week 26

30-6-2026

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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:

• Two acquisitions in a single week underscore Fletcher Hotels’ pace of growth in Germany, Berghotel Astenkrone in Winterberg-Altastenberg and Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Sundern-Sorpesee.
• Restaurant Jondani has been honoured with a Best of Award of Excellence from the Wine Spectator, the leading international American wine magazine.
• Restaurant SMAEK in Geldrop has recruited Rowin Geurts and Marcia de Bruijn. The couple will take up their posts as respectively head chef and maître d’ in September 2026.
• New strategic initiative ‘Buurthotel’ connects Amsterdam hotels, the local council and residents through a new concept: ‘co-tourism’.
• Restaurant Noor in Groningen has opted for a proactive solution to a commercial dispute by applying for a suspension of payments and will remain open till the end of 2026.
• The Berkeley and Summerill & Bischop announced a collaboration celebrating the art of entertaining in your suite.
• Duke of Tokyo De Pijp opens its doors this week (July 2) on Ferdinand Bolstraat in Amsterdam.
• Spotted on the Instagram account of We Like Côte d’Azur – When designers take over the Riviera.
• Inspiration for ice cream parlours: Leiden welcomed ice cream parlour and chocolatier Madaq, where visitors can pull up by boat for an ice cream, an actual ‘ice cream float-through’! And a great, luxury gelato gift box by Zona.

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NYX Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandt Square opens as a cultural meeting place in the city

26-6-2026

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With the opening of NYX Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandt Square on June 25, Amsterdam is gaining more than just a new hotel. The first NYX Hotel in the Benelux combines hospitality, art and culture in a destination designed to bring people together. Located near Rembrandt Square, the hotel embraces a role that extends beyond accommodation. Through a dedicated cultural programme, a permanent art collection and hospitality concepts focused on connection and experience, the hotel aims to contribute to the city’s creative energy. The concept reflects a broader hospitality trend in which hotels are increasingly evolving into destinations, community hubs and platforms for local talent.

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Île de Bisous brings Mediterranean summer evenings to Amsterdam South

23-6-2026

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This summer, Amsterdam South is gaining a temporary Mediterranean hotspot. With the launch of Île de Bisous, Bisous and Strandzuid are joining forces for a two-day waterfront event. On July 10 and 11, Strandzuid will transform into an atmospheric open-air destination inspired by the Côte d’Azur, where gastronomy, entertainment, and togetherness take center stage.

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