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Food lovers: The Great Bath Feast 2014 to feature supper clubs, cooking classes, workshops and more between 1st October and 31st October

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MASTERCHEF 2014 CHAMPION CREATES A STIR IN THE CITY BATH, UK, 2014-7-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The Great Bath Feast is the biggest and most diverse food festival in the South West. Not only is it an incredible experience for food lovers, it brings Bath’s fiercely independent restaurants together to create an atmosphere of sharing, caring… Read the full press release

Leeds Bradford International Airport: Children from Yorkshire to join national tasting panel to help design Monarch Airlines’ new range of children’s on-board meals

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Airline launches junior panel to create new children’s on-board menu LEEDS, 2014-7-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Children from Yorkshire are being given the chance to join a national tasting panel to help design Monarch Airlines’ new range of children’s on-board meals. Monarch, which flies out of Leeds Bradford airport, and its on-board partner Alpha LSG are… Read the full press release

Iberia renovated its meal service offering for Business travellers on flights to Europe and North Africa with Ramón Freixa-designed gourmet meals

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The chef headed a multidisciplinary team with Iberia and its main catering supplier to come up with original, healthy, gourmet meals based on the Mediterranean diet. The new dishes reflect the new Iberia brand value with their Spanish roots and the simplicity that is the hallmark of master chef Ramón Freixa. More complete offerings with… Read the full press release

Hilton Brisbane’s Vintaged Bar + Grill awarded Chef’s Hat at the 2014/2015 brisbanetimes.com.au Queensland Good Food Guide Awards for the third consecutive year

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BRISBANE, Australia, 2014-7-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Brisbane‘s Vintaged Bar + Grill has been awarded a prestigious Chef’s Hat at the 2014/2015 brisbanetimes.com.au Queensland Good Food Guide (GFG) Awards for the third consecutive year. Vintaged Bar + Grill scored 15 out of 20 to claim a sought-after Chef’s Hat – an extraordinary achievement given the… Read the full press release

The 34th Annual Taste of Chicago, July 9-13 in Grant Park, continues to be a free admission festival thanks to its sponsors

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CHICAGO, 2014-7-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The 34th Annual Taste of Chicago, July 9-13 in Grant Park, continues to be a free admission festival, made possible by the generous support of its sponsors, who also play a big part in making the event an enjoyable experience for people of all ages and interests. New Taste of… Read the full press release

Dorchester Collection’s Hotel Bel-Air launches Junior Chef Cooking Classes

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Los Angeles, Calif., 2014-7-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Dorchester Collection’s Hotel Bel-Air announces the launch of Junior Chef Cooking Classes, just in time for summer break.  Executive chef Hugo Bolanos and his expert team will instruct children ages 4 and up in the kitchens of Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air in the basics of culinary arts at… Read the full press release

Finnish airport operator Finavia launched major service improvement at Helsinki Airport

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Helsinki, Finland, 2014-7-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The Finnish airport operator Finavia has launched a major service improvement at Helsinki Airport. The current development programme involves the most extensive changes carried out at the airport during any single period of its history. Helsinki Airport now introduces international top brands and adds new variety to its restaurant… Read the full press release

Bahrain Airport Company starts its annual Ramadan tent with light iftar snacks for passengers during the holy month of Ramadan

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2014-7-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) has placed its annual Ramadan tent in the terminal building at Bahrain International Airport (BIA), providing passengers with light iftar snacks during the holy month of Ramadan. Traditional Ramadan food and beverages are being offered everyday for free, allowing the fasting passengers to have their… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona announce partnership with celebrated Spanish Chef Ángel León

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Hong Kong, 2014-6-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is delighted to announce its partnership with celebrated Spanish Chef Ángel León who brings a new concept to the hotel’s Blanc Brasserie & Gastrobar from this autumn. Chef León will also be responsible for all of the culinary operations of the hotel, with the exception of Moments restaurant by Carme… Read the full press release

Emirates introduces Iftar service during the holy month of Ramadan

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has introduced several initiatives to ensure the well-being and comfort of its customers observing the fast during the holy month of Ramadan. In keeping with traditions and values of this important religious occasion, Emirates has developed a special Iftar meal service. For flights departing close to Iftar,… Read the full press release

easyJet awarded Best Airline for Inflight Retail and Best Airline for Inflight Food and Beverage at the Airline Retail Conference 2014

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LONDON, 2014-6-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, is celebrating for the second year running following one of the industry’s prestigious events, the Airline Retail Conference 2014 (ARC). The airline picked up accolades for both the Best Airline for Inflight Retail and Best Airline for Inflight Food and Beverage. The conference and awards… Read the full press release

Qatar Duty Free unveiled unique selection of food and beverage outlets to please the palates of every passenger travelling through Qatar’s Hamad International Airport

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DOHA, QATAR, 2014-6-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has unveiled a unique selection of food and beverage outlets to please the palates of every passenger travelling through Hamad International Airport (HIA), Qatar’s new state-of-the-art international hub. With more than 30 cafés and restaurants spread across 15,000 square meters, passengers can now enjoy a… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Tokyo opens online reservations for Noma at Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

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Hong Kong, 2014-6-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is delighted to announce that online reservations for Noma at Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo will commence at 1pm Japan time on 23 June 2014. Noma is ranked #1 restaurant on The World’s ‘50 Best Restaurants’ list, and Chef René Redzepi and his culinary team will relocate to… Read the full press release

More Lufthansa Flight Training and LSG Sky Chefs canteens at Frankfurt Airport to receive the reputed Ökoprofit Seal

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Frankfurt, Germany, 2014-6-20 — /Travel PR News/ — This summer, the Lufthansa Flight Training and LSG Sky Chefs canteens at Frankfurt Airport will receive the reputed Ökoprofit Seal. This will bring the number of works canteens, which have achieved this certification and are operated by LZ-Catering, a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, to seven. Ökoprofit stands for… Read the full press release

Special Taste of Chicago Preview event to feature eight Taste of Chicago restaurants and food trucks on June 25

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CHICAGO, 2014-6-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The Taste of Chicago is July 9-13 in Grant Park. Enjoy a “taste” of Chicago’s favorite food and music festival at a special Taste of Chicago Preview event on Wednesday, June 25 at Daley Plaza (50 W. Washington) from 11am to 2pm featuring eight Taste of Chicago restaurants and food trucks – plus two In the Kitchen with Mariano’s chefs. The new and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills announces partnership with organic vegan cooking school and food company Spork Foods

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New vegan, gluten-free menu items created by Spork Foods will be available at the Hotel’s poolside Cabana Restaurant Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, U.S.A., 2014-6-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills announces a partnership with Spork Foods, an organic vegan cooking school and food company, owned and operated by sisters Jenny Engel and… Read the full press release

Emirates introduced new menus across 10 destinations in India that reflect regional tastes and customer preferences

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DUBAI, U.A.E., 2014-6-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the global connector of people and places, has introduced enhanced menus across 10 destinations in India that reflect regional tastes and customer preferences. Now on board, customers travelling on Emirates flights to and from India can look forward to a culinary offering that has been designed to mirror… Read the full press release

EVEN™ Hotels introduces the Cork & Kale™ F&B platform focused on simple, natural and good ingredients

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IHG’s Newest Brand Works with Vucurevich Simons Advisory Group and SPE® Certified to Develop Branded F&B Platform Made with Simple.Natural.Good. Ingredients ATLANTA, 2014-6-10 — /Travel PR News/ — EVEN™ Hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG)[LON: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] newest brand, created to meet the needs of wellness-minded travelers, today introduces the Cork & Kale™ food and beverage platform focused on simple,… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport awards second licence for catering transport to Newrest-Servair joint venture

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Brussels, 2014-6-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport has completed its selection procedure to award the second licence for catering transport. The Newrest-Servair joint venture meets the set criteria and will be granted a licence to operate on the airport tarmac. The selection procedure was started at the end of 2013 as a consequence of the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North to celebrate Father’s Day with a weekend of foodie fun

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Specialty golf-themed brunch, three-course dinner highlight weekend celebration Scottsdale, U.S.A., 2014-6-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Celebrate Dad with a weekend of foodie fun this Father’s Day at Proof, an American canteen, and Onyx Bar & Lounge at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North.   Special happenings include everything from a three-course dinner to a golf-themed brunch and ice… Read the full press release

Italian food guru Emanuele Cappellini brings his worldly experience to Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

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Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2014-6-6 — /Travel PR News/ — As one of the first authentic Italian restaurants to make Cairenes cry “Mama mia!” Bella at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza is getting revamped. Not only will the restaurant itself look and feel different upon its impending re-launch but the menu too will get a whole new taste as… Read the full press release

Mali Carow named Food and Beverage Director at Four Seasons Hotel Amman

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Amman, Jordan, 2014-6-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Mali Carow has been named Food and Beverage Director at Four Seasons Hotel Amman, overseeing all kitchens, in-room dining, banquet events, in addition to food and beverage operations for the six diverse outlets that include Olea, Asia, Vivace, FIVE Grill & Lounge, The Foyer Lounge and The Square Bar. Commenting on her appointment, Livio Faverio, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Amman, states,… Read the full press release

HMSHost, AIRMALL and Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar open Sammy’s Beach Bar & Grill at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

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Fans join in grand opening celebration; HMSHost’s fourth Sammy’s location CLEVELAND, OH, 2014-5-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport will now be able to experience the city’s rock and roll culture without ever leaving the airport, at Sammy’s Beach Bar & Grill, a new restaurant opened by HMSHost, AIRMALL and Rock ‘n’ Roll… Read the full press release

Florida’s newest wedding destination Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort opens on August 3, 2014

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Florida’s newest wedding destination combines an extraordinary setting with flawless service Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, 2014-5-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort, opening August 3, 2014, is Central Florida’s newest wedding destination extraordinaire. With its exclusive lakeside setting and serene, lushly landscaped location, guests will be wowed… Read the full press release

Joe Palma joins BOURBON STEAK at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC as Executive Chef

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Washington, DC, 2014-5-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Chef Michael Mina is pleased to announce Joe Palma as the new Executive Chef of BOURBON STEAK, the modern American steakhouse located in Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC. Palma will assume his new position in mid-June. “I’m very pleased to have Joe leading the kitchen at BOURBON STEAK…. Read the full press release

George Best Belfast City Airport opens new and luxury lounge

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Belfast, 2014-5-23 — /Travel PR News/ — All passengers travelling from George Best Belfast City Airport are invited to enjoy the comfort and luxury of the new ‘Aspire Lounge’, opened today by Dame Mary Peters. The lounge, which is operated by Swissport, formerly known as Servisair, further enhances the facilities at Belfast City Airport, which transports over… Read the full press release

LondonTown.com: New seven-day wine festival London Wine Week launches

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LONDON, 2014-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Organised by the team behind the hugely successful London Cocktail Week, London Wine Week is a new seven-day festival that recognises the emerging vibrant wine scene in the capital. Running from 2nd till 8th June 2014, the festival coincides with the London Wine Fair and will give Londoners the… Read the full press release

Bangkok named “Foodiest City” at the “Tastiest Fast Feasts” Awards by the British culinary website Chowzter

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Bangkok, 2014-5-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangkok has been declared the world’s “Foodiest City” and two of its prominent restaurants have been recognised for their signature dishes, according to the “Tastiest Fast Feasts” Awards recently conferred by the British culinary website Chowzter. The Awards, which aim to uncover the most delicious fast food served by… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia launches ‘There’s nothing like Australia’ campaign focusing on food and wine experiences

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia has unveiled the latest evolution of its global campaign – ‘There’s nothing like Australia’ – with exceptional food and wine experiences from around the country playing a starring role in an effort to convert the global appetite for Australia as a travel destination into more visits. Launched… Read the full press release

The Market in Hotel ICON named Best Buffet in Hong Kong for the third time at OpenRice Best Restaurant Awards

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Hong Kong, 2014-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Offering a wide range of top-quality Asian and international delicacies with freshest ingredients, The Market in Hotel ICON was chosen as the Best Buffet in an annual poll of Hong Kong diners for the third time at OpenRice Best Restaurant Awards. This year, the restaurant has also been… Read the full press release