Enjoy authentic, lavish Cantonese cuisine at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta’s Li Feng

HONG KONG, 2016-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta proudly announces the opening of Li Feng, Jakarta’s newest dining destination, serving authentic, lavish Cantonese cuisine in an ethereal, classic and culturally rich space. The restaurant offers exquisite culinary delights where every dish is masterfully crafted to bring guests warm and visually stunning delicacies… Read the full news article

HMSHost to enhance dining options at El Paso International Airport following five-year lease extension

Golf lovers rejoice with addition of PGA TOUR Grill to airport dining options EL PASO, TX, 2016-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Enhanced dining options will soon welcome travelers at El Paso International Airport. Global restaurateur HMSHost was recently awarded a five-year lease extension valued at more than $47 million to continue operating the airport’s dining… Read the full news article

easyJet reveals passengers’ choice of buys onboard its flights

Sales of paprika flavoured Pringles soar 30% following viral video of key public figure devouring the snack last summer Cheese and ham croque monsieur overtakes the classic bacon sarnie Northern passengers more likely to settle down with a cuppa than the south – and the brew is around 9% more popular with Britons than anywhere… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou welcomes Michelin-Star French Chef Nicolas Isnard to Ebony from 8 to 13 September 2016

HONG KONG, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou welcomes acclaimed French Chef Nicolas Isnard to Ebony from 8 to 13 September 2016.  Residents of Guangzhou can take this opportunity to embark on an exciting culinary journey with Chef Nicolas as he acquaints the palate his refined and ingenious creations. Chef Nicolas’ signature… Read the full news article

TAP’s Portuguese wines among the best served on the world’s leading airlines according to Global Traveler

TAP serves the best white and second-best red wine in its Executive Class, according to Global Traveler Lisbon, Portugal, 2016-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The US magazine Global Traveler has classed two of the wines served in TAP Executive Class – Paulo Laureano Reserva 2014 and Churchill’s Estates Grande Reserva 2011 – as among the best… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver welcomes Chef Weimar Gomez as new executive chef at YEW seafood + bar

Global culinary talent Weimar Gomez touches down in Vancouver Vancouver, Canada, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver has become a major culinary draw for passionate food lovers from across the planet.  Global culinary influences and influencers play key roles in keeping the city’s dining scene fresh and focused. Enter Executive Chef Weimar Gomez, a 16-year… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti announces the appointment of Bir Kumar Yadav as its new Executive Sous Chef

Serengeti, Tanzania, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti has announced Bir Kumar Yadav as its new Executive Sous Chef. Swapping the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean for the greens of the Serengeti, Chef Yadav joins the luxury safari lodge from Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, where he has… Read the full news article

Modernism Week’s 2016 Fall Preview from October 21-23, 2016 at Coachella Valley

Palm Springs, CA, 2016-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Modernism Week’s 2016 Fall Preview will take place from October 21-23, 2016 at various locations in the Coachella Valley. The weekend’s events provide attendees with a sampling of the events and activities that will be offered during the annual 11-day festival in February 2017.  Highlights of the… Read the full news article

Aeroflot held its third InstaMeet with popular Russian Instagrammers at Aeromar

Moscow, 2016-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot has held an InstaMeet with popular Russian Instagrammers at Aeromar, an Aeroflot subsidiary and leader in airline catering. As part of the #trainingAeroflotFood project, Instagrammers had the opportunity to visit an area that is usually closed to the public to taste the top-rated dishes on Aeroflot’s new business-class… Read the full news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article

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 news article