This Weekend Foodlab 2020 in Rotterdam

23-9-2011

Curious what will be on the menu in 2020. The weekend of the 24th and 25th of September is the Foodlab at the Schouwburgplein in Rotterdam. There will be all kinds of extraordinarily foods. You can expect things like ragout and croquettes from wild goose, protein-rich insects, bites that taste like fish but are made from seaweed and much more. Definitely worth a look, let it inspire you.

Floating wellness center in Rotterdam

19-7-2011

GO Marketing is designing and developing a floating island in the harbour of Rotterdam in corporation with IOU Architecture. The island features two floors that measure a total of 1.700m2. It will offer visitors a swimming pool, whirlpool, park, restaurant, sauna, Turkish steambath and more. The island is mobile, made of recycled materials and provided with the latest energy saving technologies.

Trends we spotted | Week 17

29-4-2024

  • Trends we spotted
  • House of Inclusion met o.a.De Verspillingsfabriek en Sign Language Coffee BarHouse of Inclusion met o.a.De Verspillingsfabriek en Sign Language Coffee Bar
  • ibis London Sutton Point Hotelibis London Sutton Point Hotel
  • NH Collection Dubai The Palm Exterior - Dillip Rajakarier CEO Minor HotelsNH Collection Dubai The Palm Exterior - Dillip Rajakarier CEO Minor Hotels
  • Nonius Mobile Web AppNonius Mobile Web App

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:

  • Minor Hotels unifies global corporate identity with NH Hotel Group rebranded to Minor Hotels Europe & Americas.
  • Nonius Mobile is offering a seamless guest journey from pre-stay to post-stay, now also as web app experience.
  • This year, ibis, celebrates its 50th anniversary. Ibis was established in 1974 on three core promises: affordability, innovation and quality. They now have 2,500 locations in 79 countries!
  • Original Bored Ape-themed restaurant Bored & Hungry in Long Beach, California has closed. More NFT ventures have either closed or scaled down.
  • Authentically Britalian café Britaly is opening May 8 in London, and to indicate what will be served, their bio on Instagram says: Serving carbonara with cream since 2024’.
  • There is a new drink on the block: NON. Verjus as base and a variety of fruits and vegetables that may change over the seasons.
  • Jumping into a dive pool from the top of a 5 meter climb wall is a thrill. #AquaClimb!
  • Rotterdam gets a Bentō Café! We’re very curious, there isn’t much information yet.

Enjoy reading!

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Magnicity will develop the top of Varso Tower in Warsaw

12-4-2024

  • Magnicity Logo
  • Magnicity Varso Tower sunset
  • Magnicity Varso TowerMagnicity Varso Tower

Magnicity will operate the top three floors of the tallest tower in the European Union, the Varso Tower, located in Warsaw, Poland. The company was selected by HB Reavis, the owner of the Varso Place project, marking the sixth location worldwide under Magnicity’s management.

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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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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 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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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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Crowdfunding campaign for the first halal Japanese restaurant | Maruki

19-2-2024

  • Xu Dong Sun for his halal Japanese restaurant MarukiXu Dong Sun for his halal Japanese restaurant Maruki
  • Logo restaurant Maruki RotterdamLogo restaurant Maruki Rotterdam

Maruki, an innovative concept that combines Japanese cuisine with halal principles, will soon open its doors as the very first fully halal Japanese restaurant in the Netherlands. Led by Xu Dong Sun, a driven hospitality entrepreneur with a profound passion for both the hospitality industry and his faith, Maruki promises to offer a unique and carefree culinary experience to Rotterdam and the rest of the Netherlands. For the first halal Japanese restaurant in the Netherlands, he has launched a unique crowdfunding campaign for funding. More than half of the €40,000 target amount has already been raised by 79 committed investors.

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100% Sustainable JIMMY’s Pale Ale Popcorn Beer

12-2-2024

  • Jimmy's 100% Popcorn BeerJimmy's 100% Popcorn Beer

At the Dutch exhibition for the hospitality industry, the Horecava, the innovative JIMMY’s Pale Ale Popcorn Beer has been introduced. The main ingredient of the beer consists of the by-products of the Dutch popcorn producer JIMMY Products in Oud-Beijerland. The high-quality use of these popcorn by-products, combined with the already sustainable brewing methods of Brewery ‘Vet & Lazy’, it guarantees a unique and 100% sustainably brewed beer. Which is an important milestone.

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