San Francisco International Airport Takes Top Honors in Concession Program Awards

SFO recognized for best food & beverage program among large airports SAN FRANCISCO — 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA), the foremost advocate for airport operators in North America, has awarded San Francisco International Airport (SFO) first place honors for the airport’s outstanding concession program. In the Large Airport category, SFO won First… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport and SSP support Children in Need

Bristol Airport and SSP support Children in Need

2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport and its catering business partner, SSP, found a tasty way of raising money for charity when pupils from local schools were invited to test their entrepreneurial spirit by selling cookies in the terminal. Students from Blagdon and Castle Batch Primary Schools took part in a Young Apprentice style day in… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport launches new service for group travellers

Bristol Airport launches new service for group travellers

2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Bristol Airport is launching a personalised service for group travellers, aimed at getting their journeys off to a great start. Occasions will cater for couples and groups looking to relax and enjoy refreshments in the terminal before boarding their flight. Whether travelling as part of a business delegation, school trip, stag or hen party,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole Unveils The Handle Bar, Opening December 2012

Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole Unveils The Handle Bar, Opening December 2012

Lively American pub and beer hall by the Mina Group to offer year-round “all night” après ski, wood-grilled burgers and sweeping mountain views Jackson Hole, U.S.A. – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Introducing The Handle Bar at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole – the newest concept by Mina Group – set to open December 2012 at the Resort in the heart of Jackson… Read the full press release

The Next Big Thing in World Coffee Culture is Brewing at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

The Next Big Thing in World Coffee Culture is Brewing at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

Re-imagined Café Britt coffee house featuring the finest Costa Rican coffee, light fare and outdoor seating is now open Costa Rica – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coffee aficionados can put another hot destination on their map of places around the world to enjoy a fantastic cup of coffee and warm and friendly atmosphere to socialize with… Read the full press release

Choose From A Cornucopia Of Thanksgiving Feasts At Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District invites guests to get in the holiday spirit, and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast in 750 Restaurant & Bar. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

SAN FRANCISCO – 2012-11-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton San Francisco Financial District invites guests to get in the holiday spirit, and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast in 750 Restaurant & Bar. Savory dishes include Sage Garlic Roasted Turkey, Apple Cranberry Stuffing, Roasted Garlic Rosemary Whipped Potatoes, Giblet Gravy, and Orange Cranberry Relish. Guests are welcome to book… Read the full press release

Marriott’s Chef Brad Nelson Wins Food Arts Silver Spoon Award

Marriott’s Chef Brad Nelson Wins Food Arts Silver Spoon Award

2012-11-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Food Arts magazine has named Brad Nelson, Marriott’s corporate chef and vice president of culinary, the winner of its prestigious Silver Spoon Award for sterling performance.  The Silver Spoon Award has been given to some of the culinary world’s brightest stars including as Nancy Silverton, Jose Andres and Tom Colicchio. Nelson oversees Marriott’s… Read the full press release

Travel in style at Capella Singapore

Capella Singapore invites guests to explore the beauty of Singapore through the lens of luxury SINGAPORE, 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Setting the benchmark for true luxury, Capella Singapore presents a holiday experience like no other. Guests can now travel in true style and comfort and explore all that Singapore has to offer with the Travel in… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport, New Beaujolais Arrives With Air France

New Beaujolais Arrives With Air France

2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The legendary Beaujolais Nouveau, this year’s first new French wine arrived to Hungary not on stage-coach or riverboat but on board of an Air France flight completed by a CRJ-1000 aircraft. The world famous French new wine is traditionally opened and marketed on the third Thursday of November each year. Wine experts… Read the full press release

Marriott Deals of the Week

Adopt a Penguin at Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa 2012-11-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa and Mystic Aquarium are giving guests the ultimate opportunity to adopt… a penguin.  Upon booking, guests will receive an adoption kit that includes a personalized adoption certificate complete with a photo of their African Penguin.  Perfect for the… Read the full press release

DINE OUT VANCOUVER FESTIVAL: THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS

Vancouver, BC, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dine Out Vancouver Festival is just a few months away, and the kitchen’s already cookin’. Local chefs are dreaming up tantalizing prix fixe menus, hotels are crafting culinary-themed packages and festival organizers are working madly on an events roster that’s guaranteed to be the best in Dine Out history. Info to whet your… Read the full press release

A French affair at Capella Singapore

SINGAPORE, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of the series of exciting epicurean adventures taking place during The Vintners’ Tour from 23 to 25 November 2012, The Knolls at Capella Singapore is delighted to bring to local food connoisseurs a culinary treat with Two-Michelin- Starred French celebrity chef Jean-André Charial from the world renowned l’Oustau de… Read the full press release

Hilton, table 9 By Nick And Scott Wins What’s On: Restaurant Of The Year 2012

Dubai restaurant; table 9 by Nick and Scott located at Hilton Dubai Creek won both 'Best Modern European' and 'Restaurant of the Year' at the tenth annual What's On Awards Dubai. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Hilton Dubai Creek Restaurant Picks Up Awards for Best Modern European & Restaurant of the Year Dubai, UAE – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai restaurant; table 9 by Nick and Scott located at Hilton Dubai Creek won both ‘Best Modern European’ and ‘Restaurant of the Year’ at the tenth annual What’s On Awards Dubai. Relatively new… Read the full press release

Capella Under the Stars

Welcome the New Year in style at Singapore’s most luxurious New Year’s Eve Party SINGAPORE, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Count down to the New Year in a white wonderland. Singapore’s most sophisticated New Year revelers will be able to dance the night away on a luminous glass dance floor at  Singapore’s most exclusive and exquisite New… Read the full press release

Hilton Chongqing To Share The Wine Feast With Chongqing, Beaujolais Nouveau 2012 Wine Tasting

The traditional slogan “Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé!” is gradually becoming popular all over the world, in order to bring the brand new wine experience to Chongqing, Hilton Chongqing will hold Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting & evening party on the 16th of November 2012. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

CHONGQING, China – 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The traditional slogan “Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé!” is gradually becoming popular all over the world, in order to bring the brand new wine experience to Chongqing, Hilton Chongqing will hold Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting & evening party on the 16th of November 2012. Mr. Jean-Philippe Jacopin, general manager,… Read the full press release

Tamales! Holiday Festival Celebrates a Tasty San Antonio Tradition

Tamales! Holiday Festival Celebrates a Tasty San Antonio Tradition

2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The third annual Tamales! Holiday Festival celebrates San Antonio’s beloved holiday staple, the tamale. Tamales! will be held at the Pearl Brewery on Saturday, December 1, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. More than 35 tamale vendors will feature tamales ranging from traditional San Antonio classics to unusual Latin American to sweet,… Read the full press release

O’Hare, Midway Concessions Awarded by ACI-NA

CHICAGO, 2012-11-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Several restaurants at O’Hare and Midway International Airports received awards yesterday from Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) at its annual Airport Concessions Conference in Denver, Colorado. The award-winning restaurants and concepts featured at Chicago’s airports include: Barista at Midway — Best New Food and Beverage (3rd Place) Beaudevin Wine Bar, Bubbles Wine Bar, Tortas Frontera… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu Introduces ‘ULU Ocean Grill & Sushi Lounge

'ULU exterior

Oceanfront restaurant latest offering in Resort’s enhanced culinary experiences Hawaii, Hualalai, U.S.A. – 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upuehu, the first and only Forbes Five-Star resort on Hawaii Island, introduces ‘ULU Ocean Grill & Sushi Lounge, a breathtaking new oceanfront fish and seafood restaurant, the latest enhancement to the Resort’s dining experiences. The culinary team presents Executive… Read the full press release

Holidays Are Sweeter In Hershey

The Sweetest Place on Earth Celebrates the Most Wonderful Time of the Year  Hershey, Pa. – 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Everything’s sweeter in Hershey – even the holidays – and in November and December, visitors to Hershey will enjoy holiday fun and surprises during Christmas In Hershey. The town-wide celebration lasts throughout the holiday season and… Read the full press release

Go Down to The Woods and Discover the New Dining Destination at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

The Woods Executive Chef Hamish Ingham

Preparations are in full swing for the restaurant’s grand opening on December 3, 2012 Sydney, Australia – 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Woods, an adventurous new dining destination, spectacularly located on the ground floor of Four Seasons is preparing to open its doors on December 3, 2012. An All-Star Restaurateur Cast With the restaurant’s ethos set to revolve around wood-fired… Read the full press release

Hilton Garden Inn lends a hand to Second Harvest Food Bank of Jacksonville

Team members from the Hilton Garden Inns Ponte Vedra, Orange Park, and Deerwood Park kicked off Hilton Worldwide's first ever Global Week of Service on Saturday, November 10 at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Jacksonville. Credit: Hilton Garden Inn

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – 2012-11-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Team members from the Hilton Garden Inns Ponte Vedra, Orange Park, and Deerwood Park kicked off Hilton Worldwide’s first ever Global Week of Service on Saturday, November 10.  The three Hilton Garden Inns partnered with members from the Ponte Vedra Beach Sunset Rotary Club and the Ponte Vedra High… Read the full press release

Celebrate Thanksgiving Day in Tokyo at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi

Celebrate Thanksgiving Day in Tokyo at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi

ekki BAR & GRILL offers a special Thanksgiving menu for four festive days Tokyo at Marunouchi, Japan – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — ekki BAR & GRILL offers a special Thanksgiving menu with one glass of sparkling wine for those who want to celebrate and enjoy Thanksgiving Day in Tokyo. From November 22 to 25, 2012, ekki’s chef will showcase wonderful… Read the full press release

Hilton Mumbai International Airport Announces The Reopening Of Flames Restaurant Offering An Innovative Approach To Indian Cuisine

Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the reopening of its popular seasonal restaurant, Flames. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

MUMBAI – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the reopening of its popular seasonal restaurant, Flames. Located at the poolside, the restaurant offers the best of al fresco dining and an extensive menu of innovative Indian preparations like Chapli Kebab, lamb mince kebabs flavoured with dried pomegranate, and Malmali Vegetable Galouti Kebab,… Read the full press release

Härth Warms Up Guests With New Fall Menu At Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

Härth restaurant is excited to launch their new menu with dishes and specialty drinks that showcase farm fresh ingredients from Virginia. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Local Dishes and Drinks Sure to Heat Up Appetites MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Härth restaurant is excited to launch their new menu with dishes and specialty drinks that showcase farm fresh ingredients from Virginia. Executive Chef Thomas Elder continues to emphasize the utilization of sustainable ingredients, putting quality and freshness at the forefront…. Read the full press release

JAL to Serve San Diego Daily from March 1, 2013 ; Commemorates Inaugural Launch with Exclusive In-Flight Menu

JAL to Serve San Diego Daily from March 1, 2013 ; Commemorates Inaugural Launch with Exclusive In-Flight Menu

TOKYO,  2012-11-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) is launching the first-ever nonstop service between San Diego and Asia on December 2, 2012 with the 787 Dreamliner aircraft, starting with four weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays initially. From March 1, 2013, JAL will increase the frequency to once daily and customers can make… Read the full press release

Un soggiorno gustoso All’Hilton Sorrento Palace

In vista delle festività natalizie, l'Hilton Sorrento Palace, il meraviglioso Hotel del Gruppo Hilton affacciato sull'incantevole sul Golfo di Napoli e il Vesuvio, propone un pacchetto speciale che unisce il relax alla buona cucina, includendo nell'offerta una speciale cooking class tenuta dal famoso Chef Patron Giuseppe Aversa del ristorante sorrentino Il Buco. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Un soggiorno all’insegna del relax e della buona cucina MILANO – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — In vista delle festività natalizie, l’Hilton Sorrento Palace, il meraviglioso Hotel del Gruppo Hilton affacciato sull’incantevole sul Golfo di Napoli e il Vesuvio, propone un pacchetto speciale che unisce il relax alla buona cucina, includendo nell’offerta una speciale cooking class tenuta… Read the full press release

SSP wins new contracts in France worth £450m

2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — SSP, the leading dedicated operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations, has secured £450m (€560m) worth of new and extended contracts in two of France’s best known railway stations. The first is an extension to 2020 of an existing contract, to operate outlets at Gare de Lyon in Paris. These… Read the full press release

Sweeten the Season with Holiday Treasures from the Pastry Kitchen at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas

Indulge in delectable made-to-order desserts created by Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas Los Angeles in Beverly Hills (Beverly Wilshire), U.S.A. – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — This season at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas introduces his special Holiday Treasures menu, available to order as a delicious addition to a festive table, or the perfect party gift…. Read the full press release

Celebrate The Holiday Season With Chef Pierre Gagnaire At Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas

Hong Kong, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gourmands can indulge this holiday season and ring in 2013 at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas with a host of deliciously celebratory events. New Year’s Eve With A Gagnaire Twist From December 28, 2012 – January 3, 2013 world renowned Chef Pierre Gagnaire makes a special guest appearance at the Five-Star restaurant… Read the full press release

London Hilton On Park Lane Launches Festive Dining Packages

This year guests are invited to get Christmas all wrapped up with a gourmet dining package at London Hilton on Park Lane. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

LONDON – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year guests are invited to get Christmas all wrapped up with a gourmet dining package at London Hilton on Park Lane. From intimate office socials to large scale exclusive events, guests will experience all the sparkle and enchantment that makes Christmas so magical at the iconic Park Lane hotel…. Read the full press release