RICHMOND, 2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — In August, hundreds of breweries, restaurants, hotels, and small businesses across the state will celebrate the second year of Love on Tap: August Virginia Craft Beer Month. The month’s theme, Love on Tap, is a nod to the state’s famous Virginia is for Lovers slogan and will showcase the state’s burgeoning craft beer… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Food & Drinks
Heathrow Airport launched first ever ‘Food on the Fly’ food guide
2013-07-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Heathrow’s first ever food guide, created in conjunction with John Torode and Gregg Wallace – who were appointed as the airport’s official taste buds earlier this year – has been released ahead of the busy summer holiday period. Thousands of copies of Food on the Fly are being handed out to passengers this week… Read the full press release
Sam Sherwood appointed head chef of The Savoy Jersey’s Montana restaurant and Roberto’s jazz bar
2013-07-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Savoy Jersey, is proud to announce Sam Sherwood as the new head chef of Montana restaurant and Roberto’s jazz bar. Mr Sherwood, 45 is highly experienced having worked at establishments internationally for over 28 years. His portfolio includes posts in Thailand, Greece, Sweden, France and Jersey. Since moving to Jersey, Mr… Read the full press release
The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant Chef Mark Jordan to appear BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen Saturday 27th July 2013
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Executive Head Chef of The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant, Mark Jordan, returns to BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen for the fifth time this month, on Saturday 27th July. Mark will join host Chef James Martin, Martin Morales of Ceviche Restaurant and a specially invited celebrity guest live on air from 10am, when he… Read the full press release
New mouth-watering burger flavours at Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
2013-07-24 — /travelprnews.com/ — Each Wednesday night, The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston offers a menu unlike any other for burger and wine lovers: Burgers & Burgundy. This popular Boston event pairs the guest’s selection of one of four burger flavours with two tastings of Burgundian-style wines for just USD 35.00 per person. Executive Chef Brooke Vosika and Sous Chef Robert Angelo… Read the full press release
British Airways produced five exclusive ‘film-flavoured’ popcorn creations for its Silent Picturehouse pop up film event
2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bringing the big screen to the small bucket, British Airways has produced five exclusive ‘film-flavoured’ popcorn creations for its pop up film event – Silent Picturehouse. They include ‘Shaken not Stirred’ Martini popcorn, as well as ‘Suncream’ and ‘Shark bite’ flavours, available at the event. Silent Picturehouse is a pop-up cinema, showing… Read the full press release
The first palace hotel in Paris Hotel Le Meurice invited Alain Ducasse to take over the management of its restaurants
2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hotel Le Meurice, the first palace hotel in Paris, has invited Alain Ducasse to take over the management of its kitchens. He will bring to this landmark his innovative vision, ethos and dinstinctive take on contemporary French haute cuisine. From September, he will start working in the gastronomic restaurant, one of the… Read the full press release
Ramón Freixa diseña los menús para la clase business de Iberia
Junto a los chefs Paco Roncero, Toño Pérez y Dani García integra el comité culinario de elite que, desde 2011, diseña la oferta gastronómica de la Business Plus de la compañía. Cada uno de ellos cuenta con dos Estrellas Michelin y tres Soles de la Guía Repsol. Madrid, 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Desde este mes de julio… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila’s ‘Ramen Rush’ promotion at UMU Japanese Restaurant
2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ramen is a noodle soup that was originally imported to Japan from China in the Meiji Period. In more recent decades, it has become a very popular dish in Japan, adapted to the Japanese taste. Nowadays, Ramen restaurants number in thousands and instant ramen (invented in 1958) is now well known internationally. Ramen’s popularity stems in part… Read the full press release
Bahrain Airport Company offers iftar meals for passengers at Ramadan tent in the terminal building at Bahrain International Airport
2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) has placed a 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 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm, allowing the fasting passengers to have their… Read the full press release
Family of four life-size elephant statues land on Liverpool John Lennon Airport
2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Management at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) had a jumbo sized surprise in store for passengers turning up at the Airport this morning following the arrival overnight of a family of four life-size elephants. The elephants are touring the region as part of a campaign organised by experts from Knowsley Safari and… Read the full press release
LAWA and Job Resources Centers to host job fair for over 280 food service jobs available at LAX
Los Angeles, California, 2013-07-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Business and Job Resources Centers is coordinating a Targeted Recruitment Job Fair for HMS Host restaurants opening at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). HMS Host, a major concession operator at LAX, will interview applicants for more than 280 food service positions on July 20… Read the full press release
World Gourmet Festival Comes to Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui Thailand on September 9, 2013
2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — For one night only on September 9, 2013, the World Gourmet Festival comes to Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. The Resort is delighted to welcome Chef Paco Pérez of Michelin two-star The Mirror in Barcelona for an exclusive one-of-a-kind dinner limited to a maximum of 25 guests. The dinner will feature Chef Pérez’s signature brand of creative Spanish cuisine, paired… Read the full press release
Kiwi celebrity chef Al Brown takes New Zealand viewers to Kangaroo Island’s culinary delights in the Dishing up Australia with Al Brown
2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The natural spoils and local produce unique to Kangaroo Island will feature in a new food travel series currently airing in New Zealand. Kiwi chef Al Brown hosts the new show, ‘Dishing up Australia with Al Brown’, which takes New Zealand viewers on a culinary journey across Australia, with Kangaroo Island and… Read the full press release
‘South African Weekend’at Hilton Pattaya Thailand
PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest promotion – ‘South African Weekend’ – at Horizon and Edge restaurants. The promotion will be held during Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21, 2013 and guests can taste South African delights, selected wines and enjoy a special night with a famous South African DJ…. Read the full press release
Hilton Brisbane chef Jeremy Clark introduced new ‘signature’ breakfast dish at Vintaged Bar + Grill
BRISBANE, Australia, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Brisbane executive chef, Jeremy Clark, is taking on the age old breakfast favourite of baked beans with the introduction of a new ‘signature’ breakfast dish at the award-winning Vintaged Bar + Grill. Introducing Vintaged baked beans with ham hock, Lyonnaise sausage and a choice of eggs. Clark’s authentic, home-style baked… Read the full press release
SpringHill Suites by Marriott introduces fresh approach to complimentary hotel breakfasts in the upper moderate tier
SpringHill Suites’ takes on a new spin to help create distinct experiences Bethesda, MD, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — From picking new and exciting destinations to selecting the right hotels, people today are looking for ways to create their own unique travel experience that is tailored to their distinctive interests and tastes. SpringHill Suites by Marriott understands this need… Read the full press release
Dubai Airports opens Concourse D to food and beverage operators and retail-service providers
Dubai, UAE, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai Airports is inviting bids from food and beverage operators and selective retail-service providers for the award of concessions in Concourse D at Dubai International. Construction of Concourse D is well underway with the facility’s opening slated for 2015. The opportunity is available to food and beverage providers in the… Read the full press release
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Culinary Director Richard Ekkebus Honoured With Highest Chef’s Accolade In Holland
Hong Kong, 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Richard Ekkebus, Culinary Director at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, and Dutch national, who oversees the cuisine and food and beverage operations of the hotel, has been honoured as the first Stichting Vakbekwaamheid Horeca (SVH) certified Master Chef to accomplish his exams in the air. This is the highest level… Read the full press release
Wyndham Vacation Ownership to give 175,000 VIP Members a “Taste of Margaritaville” with an Exclusive Offer
Priority Seating and a complimentary appetizer with purchase of an entrée at Jimmy Buffett-inspired restaurants nationwide Orlando, Fla., 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), recently announced their partnership with Jimmy Buffett and Margaritaville. The company kicked off this newly-created… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways to bring taste of Qatari hospitality to guests who are fasting with a specially designed Iftar box
Five Star Carrier’s Specially Designed Iftar Boxes and Carefully Selected Meal Options Offer Passengers Tailored Cuisine This Ramadan Doha, QATAR, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, Qatar Airways will bring a taste of Qatari hospitality to the skies by offering guests who are fasting with a specially designed Iftar box. The box… Read the full press release
Special Four-Course Pairing Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Denver’s EDGE Restaurant with LPGA Star Cristie Kerr
2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is partnering with Double Cross Vodka to present an intimate dinner event featuring professional golfer Cristie Kerr, who plays on the US Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tour. Kerr is a 16-time LPGA Tour winner and former LPGA World #1 ranked champion. When not on the greens, Kerr… Read the full press release
Restaurant 5 of Discovery Suites Philippines to commemorate International Friendship Day
Philippines, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — July 30 is International Friendship Day. The event is an idea of the World Friendship Crusade which is a foundation that promotes friendship and fellowship among all human beings, regardless of race, colour or religion. To commemorate this world-wide event, Restaurant 5 of Discovery Suites features an eclectic lunch spread featuring… Read the full press release
Ultra-low cost carrier Ryanair unveiled the latest mouth-watering additions to its onboard menu
NEW HOT MEALS, SNACKS & COCKTAILS NOW AVAILABLE 2013-07-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), today (26 June) unveiled the latest mouth-watering additions to its onboard menu, offering delicious new hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks. ‘The Getaway Café’ is even bigger and better with no fewer than a dozen new… Read the full press release
Hilton London Canary Wharf And Hilton London Tower Bridge Celebrate The British Weather With A Seasonal Conferencing Menu
LONDON, 2013-07-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate the characteristically unpredictable British weather, Hilton London Canary Wharf and Hilton London Tower Bridge have created the Conference All Seasons package to reflect the traditional passing of the seasons. Starting in June, with the Summer Time offering, the conference and events menu will change every three months to incorporate favourite ingredients from each… Read the full press release
Hilton Athens’s Galaxy Bar & Restaurant opens the summer season
ATHENS, Greece, 2013-06-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate the sunny days and warm evenings, Galaxy Bar & Restaurant launches the summer season with the opening of the terrace and the outdoor bar. Life seems more beautiful from the top floor of Hilton Athens featuring amazing views, refreshing cocktails, great music and the exciting flavors of the new executive… Read the full press release
Pop-Up Ice Cream Shop opened at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Guests will enjoy a variety of delicious ice cream flavours from local Gifford’s Ice Cream. 2013-06-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Calling all ice cream lovers: Four Seasons Hotel Boston will be the “it” place to grab an ice cream scoop or five this summer! The luxurious Boston hotel will be serving delicious Gifford’s local ice cream all summer long… Read the full press release
Hyatt “For Kids, By Kids Family Cook-Off” recipe contest announced, winner receives trip to any Hyatt hotel in the US
CHICAGO, 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — With its youngest guests in mind and summer travel officially underway, Hyatt announced today the launch of its “For Kids, By Kids Family Cook-Off” recipe contest. The contest, along with the release of new and kid-approved menu items, kicks-off the second year of Hyatt’s For Kids, By Kids initiative and furthers this industry-leading commitment… Read the full press release
Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts to host “Cabineering Cook-off presented by Pepsi” contest July 17 in West Yellowstone, Montana
WEST YELLOWSTONE, Mont., 2013-06-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts will host the “Cabineering Cook-off presented by Pepsi” contest July 17 to celebrate the opening of its new Explorer Cabins (SM) in West Yellowstone, Mont. Contestants may submit an original recipe, which must be created using only the appliances offered at Explorer Cabins and… Read the full press release
£6M transformation at London’s Largest Hotel Hilton London Metropole converted the lobby into Whisky Lounge
LONDON, 2013-06-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The £6 million lobby transformation at Hilton London Metropole has created Whisky Lounge, a new west London destination bar. Open to guests, delegates and outside visitors, the intimate Whisky Lounge offers a wide selection of whiskies from around the world. The 22 cover Whisky Lounge boasts 72 varieties of whisky including the exclusive… Read the full press release