Air New Zealand announces award-winning restaurateur Michael Meredith as its new Consultant Chef

Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Award-winning restaurateur Michael Meredith is set to take his culinary expertise to the skies as Air New Zealand’s newest consultant chef. Renowned for his adventurous approach to food and degustation menus at Auckland’s fine dining restaurant Merediths, the Samoan-born chef will work with the airline to design dishes for… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Geneva to host Swiss Michelin-starred Chef, Anton Mosimann for a high-end gastronomy event this autumn

HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — This autumn Mandarin Oriental, Geneva will host acclaimed Swiss Michelin-starred Chef, Anton Mosimann, for two days of high-end gastronomy. The founder of Cuisine Naturelle and chef to British royalty will prepare his signature dishes for guests at the hotel’s La Riviera restaurant on 22 and 23 September… Read the full press release

TownePlace Suites by Marriott® to roll out new high-end Weber stainless steel Summit® Gas Grills its hotels

Bethesda, Maryland, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — TownePlace Suites by Marriott® and Weber-Stephen Products LLC are joining forces to raise the stakes on year-round BBQ experiences for travelers. Starting today, the extended-stay hotel brand will roll out new high-end Weber stainless steel Summit® Gas Grills at more than 100 hotels across the U.S. and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip announces spa treatments, special yoga classes, and afternoon tea — all created just for kids

In July and August 2016, young guests can indulge in spa treatments, yoga classes and afternoon tea – all created just for kids Macau, China, 2016-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip has launched a special summer program for children. During July and August 2016, the activities will enliven their holidays… Read the full press release

San Francisco International Airport announes concession opportunity for the Snack and Beverage Vending Lease

SAN FRANCISCO, 2016-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — San Francisco International Airport is accepting bids for the Snack and Beverage Vending Lease.  The Lessee is intended to operate, on a non-exclusive basis, vending machines with hot and cold food and drinks throughout San Francisco International Airport.  The proposed minimum acceptable bid amount is $75,000.  The… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental partners with Hakkasan Group to open new dining concept, Ling Ling at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech

HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental has announced a partnership with Hakkasan Group to open a new dining concept,  Ling Ling, at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech on 22nd of August 2016. Offering a vibrant, social experience that fits well with the Marrakech lifestyle, Ling Ling provides a creative twist to the renowned… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia flew the country’s top chefs to New York to celebrate Australia’s hosting of the 2017 edition of the World’s 50 Best Restaurant awards

NEW YORK 2016-Jun-20 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate Australia’s hosting of the 2017 edition of the World’s 50 Best Restaurant awards, Tourism Australia flew four of the country’s top chefs to New York to provide a taste of what the world’s finest chefs and food and wine media can expect when they come to Australia… Read the full press release

Savour authentic Italian baked delights at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou’s Dolcetto by Caffe Mondo

A brand new gathering place with authentic Italian baked delights and perfectly brewed coffee Guangzhou, China, 2016-Jun-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Located on the 1st floor of Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, Dolcetto by Caffe Mondo is now open. Regional Vice President and General Manager Bahram Sepahi cut the ribbons for the celebration of Dolcetto’s opening… Read the full press release

South African Airways catering arm AirChefs open catering facility at the King Shaka International Airport

DURBAN, 2016-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — AirChefs, the catering arm of South African Airways, today opened a new state-of-the art catering facility at the King Shaka International Airport which promises growth opportunities in the province. “The KwaZulu-Natal region is ideally placed for expansion and growth, with a number of international airlines now flying from Durban,… Read the full press release

Dragonair to offer Hyatt-specialty restaurant inspired inflight menus

HONG KONG, 2016-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Dragonair today announced that it will join hands with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts to launch a regional collaboration, offering Hyatt-specialty restaurant inspired inflight menus by star chefs to Dragonair’s passengers. This is the first time Dragonair and Hyatt Hotels and Resorts have forged such an extensive collaboration across… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to manage new luxury lifestyle boutique hotel in Tampa, Florida slated to open in early 2018

Seventh Florida hotel for boutique leader to incorporate restaurant from Italian Michelin-starred chef Silvia Baracchi, slated for early 2018 opening SAN FRANCISCO, 2016-Jun-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced today it will manage a new, luxury lifestyle boutique hotel in Tampa, Florida, that will incorporate a restaurant from Michelin-starred Tuscan chef Silvia… Read the full press release

Middle East Hotel Awards 2016: Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay honoured as the Best Hotel Lobby and Best Fine Dining Restaurant for CUT by Wolfgang Puck

The landmark property also awarded as Best Hotel Lobby in the Middle East Bahrain Bay, Bahrain, 2016-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay extends its list of prestigious awards in 2016, being honoured as the Best Hotel Lobby and Best Fine Dining Restaurant for CUT by Wolfgang Puck. These new awards add… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines to provide Chef Kurogi’s new Japanese menu on more international routes starting June 1

TOKYO, 2016-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) is striving to serve the finest in-flight meals exceeding customer expectations on North America, Europe, Oceania and Southeast Asia routes under the meal service concept of “JAL’s exclusive restaurant in the sky.” Chef Jun Kurogi, new member of JAL’s dream team of star chefs, has introduced… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines to provide Halal certified Muslim meals starting June 1, 2016

Muslim meals with Halal Certification to be served on flights departing from Japan TOKYO, 2016-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) will provide Halal certified Muslim meals on all outbound international flights from Japan, starting June 1, 2016. JAL has been serving Muslim meal as a special meal for Muslim customers. Recently the airline… Read the full press release

HMSHost awarded 10-year contract to continue serving Starbucks® coffee to travelers in Portland International Airport

HMSHost to continue delivering Starbucks® beverages and food to Portland travelers PORTLAND, OR, 2016-May-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost, in partnership with JV Ventures, has been awarded a 10-year contract by the Port of Portland to continue serving Starbucks® coffee to the millions of travelers making their way through Portland International Airport each… Read the full press release

HMSHost opens Berry Field Bistro at Nashville International Airport

NASHVILLE, TN, 2016-May-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Fresh, local, sustainable food was celebrated today at Nashville International Airport at the grand opening of Berry Field Bistro, a new restaurant by global restaurateur HMSHost. This new restaurant brings a unique opportunity for travelers  to enjoy the wholesome quality of Tennessee products, right in the airport’s Concourse C… Read the full press release

Silversea launches three new Culinary Expedition Voyages for 2016 and 2017

Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2016-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea has set three new Culinary Expedition Voyages for 2016 and 2017. Designed for the adventurous traveller who is also a culinary explorer at heart, these theme-focused expedition cruises aboard the all-suite, 132-guest Silver Explorer offer an array of complimentary culinary and wine events on board and… Read the full press release

Subway sandwiches and Krispy Kreme doughnuts now available onboard Jet Airways

MUMBAI, 2016-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, will offer sandwiches and doughnuts from internationally renowned food brands Subway and Krispy Kreme onboard select flights, adding a new dimension to the airline’s already delectable menu of in-flight delicacies. Subway’s trademark submarine sandwiches, available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, and Krispy… Read the full press release

itsu returns to Heathrow T5 with new store and exciting range of ‘ready to fly’ bespoke products

LONDON, 2016-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — This Summer, itsu will make a welcome return to Heathrow T5 with a beautifully designed new store and an exciting range of ‘ready to fly’ bespoke products. itsu’s first site at Heathrow T5 became a firm favourite with both passengers and ground staff alike who loved the Asian-inspired chain’s… Read the full press release

English Heritage: Food writer Elizabeth David honoured with blue plaque at her home in Chelsea

Elizabeth David becomes the first food writer to be honoured with a blue plaque at her home in Chelsea. LONDON, 2016-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Elizabeth David changed Britain’s tastes forever, and is largely credited with introducing Mediterranean food to the UK. Today she is being honoured with a blue plaque at her home in… Read the full press release

HMSHost recalls multiple brands of trail mix due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes

Bethesda, MD, 2016-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — HMSHost of Bethesda, Maryland is recalling multiple brands of trail mix, because they have the potential to be contaminated withListeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may… Read the full press release

Maria McGinity appointed Director of Catering Four Seasons Hotel Houston

Houston, TX, 2016-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Houston has announced the appointment of industry expert Maria McGinity as Director of Catering. McGinity will oversee catering sales and events operations for the luxury hotel located in the heart of downtown Houston. McGinity joins the sales and marketing team with diverse background in the… Read the full press release

Amanda Pallagi Naim is the new Executive Pastry Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Eight-year Four Seasons veteran promoted to top chef position Austin, TX, 2016-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — For Amanda Pallagi Naim, saying she belongs in the kitchen isn’t an insult, it’s simply the truth. Indeed, the new Executive Pastry Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Austin can trace her culinary roots back to her childhood in McAllen,… Read the full press release

HMSHost took over operations of six restaurants at Piedmont Triad International Airport

BETHESDA, MD, 2016-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Overnight, global restaurateur HMSHost has successfully taken over operations of six restaurants at Piedmont Triad International Airport. This past weekend’s transition of restaurant operations from SSP is the first step towards transforming the dining experience at Greensboro’s airport. HMSHost will continue to operate existing brands while renovating and rotating in… Read the full press release

Global restaurateur HMSHost to sponsor the James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago for 2016

CHICAGO, 2016-May-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost, in celebration of culinary excellence and innovation, is again a proud sponsor of the James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago for 2016. 2015 marked the launch of an exciting partnership with the Awards as they made their way to Chicago for the first time, with HMSHost… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation welcomes confectionery concessionaire Sarah’s Candies at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

CHICAGO, 2016-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Something sweet has arrived at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Sarah’s Candies, a confectionery concessionaire with homemade local delights, celebrated its official grand opening today.​ The new store, located in Terminal 2, Concourse F, near Gate F8, features handmade chocolate candies. Sarah’s Candies is unique in that all the locally… Read the full press release

British Airways celebrates launch of its new route from Gatwick to Peru with special menu by Peruvian chef Martin Morales

LONDON, 2016-Apr-29 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is popping open the pisco ahead of the launch of its new route from Gatwick to Peru which takes off on May 4. The three-times a week service puts the South American country firmly back on the route map and offers holiday-makers and business travellers the only… Read the full press release

KOJAWAN brings the soul food of Korea, Japan and Taiwan at Hilton London Metropole

23rd Floor Izakaya Offers Innovative Menu and 21st Century Design LONDON, 2016-Apr-27 — /Travel PR News/ — KOJAWAN has opened at Hilton London Metropole, bringing the soul food of Korea, Japan and Taiwan, the countries after which it is named, to this stylish central London hotel. With unrivalled views of the capital from the hotel’s 23rd… Read the full press release

Nobu Doha at Four Seasons Hotel Doha celebrates its first anniversary with special omakase menu throughout May 2016

Sip and savour throughout the month of May with a commemorative omakase menu Doha, Qatar, 2016-Apr-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Nobu Doha, the city’s premier award-winning restaurant by renowned chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa located at Four Seasons Hotel Doha, is celebrating the restaurant’s first anniversary.  Recognised throughout the region as “the” place to sip and… Read the full press release

airberlin now offers Premium Häagen-Dazs ice cream and BRLO Pale Ale on board

BERLIN, Germany, 2016-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — In time for the start of the summer timetable, airberlin has revised its onboard menu to offer new refreshments in co-operation with new premium partners such as Häagen-Dazs and Berlin-based brewery start-up BRLO. The superior ice cream from Häagen-Dazs is now available in vanilla and Belgian chocolate flavours… Read the full press release