The world of Italian Bread

9-4-2010

In a sleek, trendy store retail is combined with catering. In the store pastries, sandwiches, pizzas, meal components, salads and various Italian breads are made. The fairly low prices, casual atmosphere, reponsible products and a modern Italian flair make this concept appealing for the London audience.

Hidden bars

1-4-2010

Hidden bars, usually cocktail bars. You will find them in all major cities in the world. You need to be a member, have a reservation or you need a password to obtain access. To enter the “Please Do not Tell” bar you have to go through a hidden door in a phone booth near a hot dog stand. The rule that applies: behave as a mature men / women.

Salad & Co

27-3-2010

In this saladbar, based in France, the assortment consists of fruit cocktails, ice cream, salads and fresh juices. The guest makes his own meals from a choice of over 40 ingredients.  

Learn how to grill burgers through a videogame

22-3-2010

McDonald’s is going to use videogames for Nintendo DS to train inexperienced workers on flipping burgers and frying fries. The video game will initially only be released in Japan.

Cigarlunches

21-3-2010

Tobacco stores and gastronomy have joined hands. They offer a lunch as from March 21 for fans of cigars. Subject to the Tobacco Act, as the restorer provides a separate (smoking) room. The content of the menu varies from restaurant. All chefs are genuine cigar lovers. 

Three-star chef Sergio Herman opens Pure C

16-3-2010

Three-star chef Sergio Herman will serve Mediterranean and Oriental dishes at his newest restaurant Pure C resto-bar in Cadzand-Bad, The Netherlands. The restaurant opened on March 15.

Repair café

2-3-2010

In several communitycentres in Amsterdam, Repair Café takes place every month. People can come with their broken furniture, clothing or computers and try to fix it. Tools are provided by the community centre.

Cubin waste container

2-3-2010

Cubin is a disposable waste container that can be placed on the table. If guests leave a table, the container and all its contents can be discarded.

Valentine’s capmaign by Citymarketing Groningen

15-2-2010

Research shows that an overnight stay at a hotel is the most desired Valentine’s gift. The city of Groningen in The Netherlands therefore launched a website where lovers with a webcam can make a message for their partner. After the partner has seen the message, they can book a hotel room in Groningen with one touch on the button.

Fragrances make an experience complete

14-2-2010

Studies have shown that certain aromas can evoke moods. A smell of mowned grass gives an experience of spring and summer. Certain herbs, certainly not too strong, have a calming effect. Coffee aromas are associated with relaxation and fun and will generate more sales in coffee. Fragrances therefore determine the perception of your customer. Studies have shown that people are 15% longer to stay in a room that smells pleasant.

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