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fromFood & Beverage Magazine
9 hours ago

The Fall of Vegas: How the Hospitality Capital Faces Its Biggest Challenge Yet - Food & Beverage Magazine

Las Vegas has always been synonymous with excess, entertainment, and endless opportunities. But in 2025, the city that never sleeps is experiencing what many industry experts are calling its most significant downturn since the 2008 financial crisis. The numbers don't lie: visitor counts are plummeting, restaurants are closing, and the hospitality industry that built this desert oasis is fighting for survival.
US news
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 days ago

Rosewood Foundation Launches 'Rise to the Table': Empowering Women Leaders in Food & Beverage - Food & Beverage Magazine

The food and beverage industry has a problem. Despite women making up a significant portion of the workforce in restaurants, bars, and hospitality venues worldwide, fewer than 7% of the world's top restaurants are led by women. It's a staggering statistic that reveals just how much untapped leadership potential exists in our industry. But here's the good news: Rosewood Foundation is doing something about it.
Food & drink
Europe politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

'Hotels are robbing people up to their eyeballs,' says minister Patrick O'Donovan ahead of planned Vat cut in Budget

The promised 9% VAT cut for Budget 2026 is not guaranteed as ministers warn hoteliers over alleged price gouging and excessive charges.
#texas-cocktail-week
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The plant-based problem: why vegan restaurants are closing or adding meat to the menu

When London's Unity Diner wrapped up 2024 with the announcement that it would soon be shutting its doors for good, it expected some sadness from its customers. After all, the not-for-profit restaurant had been an innovator in the city's vegan scene, serving up 3D-printed vegan steak (made of plant protein with the fibrous feel of the real thing) and disarmingly realistic tofish (tofu fish) alongside the classic burgers and chips.
Food & drink
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Outdoor dining 'must become the norm' in London

This is about reimagining London's streets, going al fresco, and making it the norm rather than the exception. If we go to cities like Barcelona or Paris, it's much more part of everyday life, isn't it? So we want that in London. This is really the start of it. It's starting to create a kind of sea change to imagine our city as an outdoor kind of urban environment.
London politics
fromThe Drum
1 week ago

Club Med's Richard De Villa on why customer experience should drive AI in marketing

I started my career working for the Philippines tourism board. At that time, the Philippines - and its 7,000 islands - as a destination was relatively unknown in UK and Europe. In my 10 and a half years there, I had all sorts of roles learning about the industry and learning about marketing in general. My first task was to build the website, at a time when online travel portals were pretty much in their infancy.
Marketing
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Inside the history of Soho House, the members-only club that bans photos and is going private once again

Soho House, a self-described members-only club for "creatives," announced in August that it's ending its yearslong stint as a publicly traded company. The London-based company has helped sparked a private club boom and has more than 40 houses across the globe, which have been the site of pivotal networking connections. While the company caters to the wealthy, its own finances have faltered.
London
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 weeks ago

How AI-Powered Solutions Are Transforming Restaurant Operations and ROI - Food & Beverage Magazine

Chipotle's use of AI for smarter scheduling has led to labor costs dropping significantly, adapting staff schedules to meet real demand and improving operational efficiency.
E-Commerce
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

New restaurant at Kensington Roof Gardens as it records 26m loss

The Roof Gardens restaurant in Kensington faced significant losses but is expanding with new investments and high subscription interest.
#al-fresco-dining
Travel
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

'If you ask me any day, were we busy? I would say no' - tourism sector walks a tightrope between gloom and optimism

Industry leaders are experiencing pressure due to inconsistent summer tourism and tariff-related uncertainties affecting US visitors.
SOMA, SF
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Sustainable Sourcing: Imperatives for the Hospitality Sector - Food & Beverage Magazine

Sustainable sourcing is essential for hospitality leaders, impacting environmental footprint, brand reputation, customer loyalty, and profitability.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Crisis Planning Lessons from Chipotle's Resiliency Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Chipotle's food safety crisis in 2015 demonstrated that the commitment to quality can create vulnerabilities in maintaining high-integrity supply chains at scale.
Food & drink
Berlin
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Berkeley keeps losing hotels, but industry is faring better than in SF or Oakland

Berkeley's hospitality industry is facing significant challenges, with major hotels defaulting on loans and others struggling financially.
fromConde Nast Traveler
7 years ago

The Best Hotel Rewards Programs in the World

Hotel rewards programs allow members to earn points or credits during eligible stays and while spending at participating hotels. These points can typically be redeemed for free nights, room upgrades, dining, and experiences, or transferred to airline miles.
Travel
E-Commerce
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

What's Behind the Boom in Extended Stay Hotels' Business?

The extended stay hotel sector is experiencing notable growth, outperforming the overall hospitality market.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Pubs and venues to be protected from noise complaints

Developers building near music venues will be required to soundproof their buildings under planned changes to licensing rules, aimed at reducing noise complaints.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

BrewDog to close 10 bars amid extremely difficult' time for hospitality industry

James Taylor, chief executive of BrewDog, announced the closure of 10 bars, including the flagship location in Aberdeen, due to viability issues related to size and location.
Food & drink
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Savor Talk by AUTEC Returns to NYC on July 23 with Sushi & Strategy - Food & Beverage Magazine

Savor Talk offers hands-on sushi-making, expert insights, and networking for culinary professionals on July 23 at Technica House NYC.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Summer turnover is steepest in these industries

According to the ADP Research Institute, job turnover during the summer months from June to September increases compared to the non-summer months, with rates 0.42 percentage points higher overall in the US.
Education
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Dine big, spend small: NYC Restaurant Week is back | amNewYork

NYC Restaurant Week returns from July 21 to August 17, featuring fixed-price dining at nearly 600 restaurants across all boroughs.
#restaurant-closure
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
Portland food

Financial strains force Michelin-starred SF restaurant to close

Osito, a Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco, will close due to high operational costs and financial challenges.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
East Bay food

Shrinking sales and rising costs sink a beloved Oakland restaurant

Pomella, a California-Israeli restaurant in Oakland, is closing due to declining sales and increasing operational costs.
Portland food
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Financial strains force Michelin-starred SF restaurant to close

Osito, a Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco, will close due to high operational costs and financial challenges.
Chicago
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

The Bear': Realistic or over the top? Real chefs weigh in

The Bear season four captures the intense pressure and reality of the restaurant industry through a countdown to the restaurant's potential closure.
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

These London Restaurants Have Closed This Year

Chick 'n' Sours' co-founder, David Wolanksi, expressed the struggle of independent operators, stating, 'It feels like the whole system is stacked against independent operators as we are being squeezed from every angle - food inflation, rising wages, relentless rent increases, service charges, and soaring utilities without the deep pockets to ride it out. It's an exhausting, never-ending battle to keep the lights on.'
London food
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Clean Bathrooms and Small Menus: Here's How to Run A Successful Restaurant, According to An Industry Insider | Entrepreneur

Successful restaurants combine great food with attention to menu size, technology, and cooking methods. Owners must understand costs and profitability takes time.
#james-beard-awards
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Agriculture, hospitality industries unclear on Trump's deportation plan - San Jose Spotlight

President Trump acknowledged last Thursday that his immigration policies were 'taking very good, longtime workers away' from farms, hotels and other leisure businesses.
US news
Food & drink
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Ramdon Transforms HORECA with Specialized Gas Solutions

Ramdon provides innovative food-grade gas solutions for the HORECA industry to enhance kitchen operations and service quality.
Privacy professionals
fromEater NY
2 months ago

Dine and Dash Is Back - But It's Way Worse Than You Think

Michelin-starred restaurants face severe financial losses due to rampant chargeback fraud from stolen credit card reservations.
Marketing tech
fromSkift
2 months ago

Marriott Turns App and Hotel TVs Into Revenue Stream With New Ad Network

Marriott is launching a commerce media network to monetize ad space across various digital platforms targeting hotel guests.
Agriculture
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Trump may shield undocumented farm workers from deportation - San Jose Spotlight

Trump may exempt hospitality and farm workers from immigration raids due to their long-term employment.
US Elections
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Trump says 'changes' are coming to immigration enforcement after complaints from farmers and the hospitality industry

Trump plans to adjust immigration enforcement due to labor shortages in key sectors.
Upcoming changes to immigration policy will focus on protecting jobs for legitimate workers.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Iconic London pub loved by Oasis announces 'disappointing' closure after 25 years of business

In a statement posted to Instagram, the pub expressed sadness over the closure, noting, "We are disappointed that after 25 wonderful years, we are sadly saying goodbye to The Shaston Arms in Carnaby."
London politics
fromCaribbean Life
2 months ago

Continent Brooklyn: A culinary landmark of Caribbean culture and hospitality in New York - Caribbean Life

There aren't many women with a Caribbean background thriving in hotel hospitality, so every breakthrough - a magazine mention, an influencer visit - we cherish.
Brooklyn
NYC startup
fromEater Dallas
3 months ago

How Chad Houser's Cafe Momentum Changed Lives - And Broke Dallas's 31-Year James Beard Award Losing Streak

Cafe Momentum employs formerly incarcerated youth, providing them with life skills and career opportunities while being recognized for its impactful humanitarian efforts.
fromVuejobs
3 months ago

Full Stack Development (Python, Vue.js) - Long term, CTO at Bulba

Bulba is seeking a senior full stack developer to lead the technical direction of its influencer collaboration platform, emphasizing ownership of the web app.
London startup
Atlanta Braves
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Want to see where Trump's tariffs are leading US business? Look at Georgia

Trump's tariffs are creating significant uncertainty in Georgia's economy, impacting industries like hospitality and wine distribution.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Tell us what you think of France's plan to ban adult-only hospitality facilities

Adult-only venues in France may face legal action for excluding children, as government officials view this practice as harmful to child inclusion.
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

Los Angeles hotel executives warn distress to follow wage hike

If it passes, which most expect it will, and Mayor Karen Bass signs it, distressed hotel sales and skittish investors and developers could follow.
Los Angeles
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Lawsuit: Closure of San Mateo's Par 3 restaurant completely avoidable'

The city of San Mateo is facing a lawsuit from a restaurateur over alleged negligence related to a leaky and moldy building.
A sudden red-tagging of the restaurant led to closure and significant job losses.
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

Retail smiles through headache of macro uncertainties

Sigal expressed, "Forget all the statistics and everything else. People are out to have fun and loosen up because it was a stressful year last year, and this year is stressful."
SF real estate
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Third ex-worker of Karen's Diner wins claim over unpaid tips as company admits money is 'owed' to employees

Carenin Rosa De Oliveira, an ex-employee of Karen's Diner, won a WRC ruling for unpaid tips, marking the third claim against the restaurant chain.
Dining
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

I'm a Tokyo Local and This Is the Most Important Etiquette Tip to Know When Visiting Japan

Punctuality is crucial in Japan as it reflects respect for others' time.
LA food
fromEater
3 months ago

The Unlikely Perks of a Larger Restaurant Space

Kato restaurant in Los Angeles expanded significantly, evolving its offerings and accommodating guest preferences post-pandemic.
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

You can book private chefs and personal trainers on Airbnb now

Airbnb is expanding its services to include personal trainers, chefs, and photographers in an effort to compete with hotels.
#bartending
Cocktails
fromPUNCH
3 months ago

Introducing the Finalists for Best New Bartenders 2025

The Best New Bartenders program recognizes emerging talent in the bartending community with an emphasis on sustainability.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

Cisgender woman says her gender was questioned in a Boston hotel restroom

A cisgender woman faced gender questioning by a security guard in a Boston hotel restroom, sparking a heated response and eventual suspension of the guard.
Graphic design
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 months ago

GEORGIA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STREET STUDIO CREATIVE

The Georgia Restaurant Association is rebranding to better reflect its mission and enhance its support for the state's hospitality industry.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Well-known businessman David Doyle has died

David Doyle, a notable Irish businessman, has passed away due to motor neuron disease, leaving behind a complicated legacy in the hospitality sector.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Vegas Strip hotel giant reportedly cuts concierge at most of its resorts

MGM Resorts confirmed the end of the concierge desk at several of its hotels, citing 'evolving' guest needs as the reason for the layoffs.
Retirement
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

Raffles Just Opened a Second Location in Singapore-and It Has Rolls-Royce Tours, Garden-like Grounds, and a Villa-only Layout

Raffles Sentosa Singapore offers a luxurious escape with a focus on relaxation and private amenities.
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

This New Florentine Hotel Is One of the Most Expensive in Europe-and It Has a Luxurious Spa, Gorgeous Design, and One of the Best Locations in the City

Auberge Resorts' Collegio alla Querce offers a unique luxury hotel experience in Florence, integrating abundant natural beauty with historical charm.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

This Hyatt All-inclusive in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Just Got a Massive $20-million Upgrade

"Delivering exceptional hospitality requires ongoing innovation, and we are excited to unveil these revitalized spaces at Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta," said Fernando Mulet, executive vice president and chief investment officer of Playa Hotels & Resorts.
Renovation
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Hotel guest balks at request for 'appreciation' tip during stay: 'Abso-f-king-lutely NOT'

One Reddit user expressed frustration, questioning why they should tip hotel employees when they were already paying high rates for their stay, highlighting a common concern about tipping culture.
Dining
London food
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

Soho could bring back its pedestrianised street dining zones this summer

Alfresco dining in London's West End might return, backed by City Hall to support local restaurants and boost the hospitality industry post-pandemic.
Beer
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 months ago

Why some outdoor bars in Sweden can no longer serve alcohol

Sweden has not banned outdoor pubs from serving alcohol, but strict interpretations of licensing laws are affecting venue operations for summer 2025.
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