Jade - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 16

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Jennings Brewery Reopens with Two New Beers, Traditional Favourites, and a New Taproom

🍺 Jennings Brewery reopened on July 4th, reintroducing historic beers and two new ones in Cockermouth, Cumbria. Originally closed in 2022, it returned to family ownership in February 2023. The brewery launched a new taproom, offering beer in casks and bottles, with local pubs prioritized for supply. Future plans include expanded facilities and events. Head Brewer Buster Grant uses traditional methods and ingredients, reviving local favorites. Orders are now being taken, with ongoing site development.

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Hilton to open tenth Curio Collection by Hilton in the UK with new signing in London’s Square Mile

🏨 Hilton announced The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton, in partnership with Dominus. Opening early 2026, this will be the tenth UK property in the Curio Collection. Located on Great Tower Street, the hotel features 237 rooms, including 10 suites, a restaurant, a gym, and meeting spaces. The project supports the City of London's "Destination City" strategy, aiming to enhance the business and leisure appeal of the Square Mile. Hilton Honors members can earn points and enjoy exclusive benefits.

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Astet Studio’s “Smoked Room” in Dubai Named Most Beautiful Restaurant in the World by the Prix Versailles

🍴 Astet Studio's "Smoked Room" at The St. Regis Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, wins the 2025 Prix Versailles for "Most Beautiful Restaurant in the World." Selected from 16 global finalists, this 14-seat omakase restaurant, led by Spanish chef Dani García, is praised for its bold design and live fire kitchen. The space offers an immersive dining experience with dramatic lighting and metallic accents, highlighting the studio's expertise in blending architectural precision with storytelling.

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Chef Badara Gueye at Purple Summer’s Château de Candi

🍳 Badara Gueye, a 40-year-old chef and painter from Senegal, marks nearly five years at Château de Candie in the French Alps. Starting as a dishwasher in Dakar, his persistence led him to roles in esteemed restaurants and advanced training in France. La Cantine de Candie attracts visitors with its locally sourced, seasonally evolving menu. A standout dish, veal rump with blackcurrant and beetroot jus, highlights his culinary artistry. His evocative paintings enhance the ambiance, drawing international attention.

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Where design meets the skies of Milan

🍴 Pedrali transforms Milan's 13th floor Uptown Palace into "Orizzonti," a panoramic restaurant offering 360° city views, including the Duomo and Velasca Tower. Chef Luca Pedata leads the kitchen, blending Mediterranean traditions with contemporary techniques. Pedata, born in 1989, is supported by sous-chef Giuseppe Robustella. Designed by Patrick Jouin, Ester armchairs and Filicudi lamps enhance the space. Stiel armchairs by Sebastian Herkner and Ester barstools in the bar area add sophistication and comfort.

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Bathe in Style and Comfort: Introducing the Kaldewei Puro Next

🛀 Kaldewei unveils the Puro Next bathtub series, a modern redesign offering three variants: single-seater, Duo with ergonomic backrests, and Combi for bath and shower. Sizes range from 160x70 cm to 190x90 cm. Crafted from glazed steel, its features include impact resistance and a sleek 10 mm tub edge. Optional safety finishes like Invisible Grip enhance slip resistance. The series offers luxury and practicality, catering to young couples, families, and mature homeowners.

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From Mayfair to Marrakech: Battuta by Yannick Alléno Pops Up This Summer

🍴 Chef Yannick Alléno, with 17 Michelin stars, introduces Battuta at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, Mayfair, from July 1 to September 30, 2025. Inspired by explorer Ibn Battuta, the menu features Middle Eastern, Asian, and North African flavors. Highlights include grilled meats, seafood, samosas, and kadaifi dessert. Open noon to midnight daily, the pop-up is a culinary journey celebrating sustainability and cultural fusion. Bookings via OpenTable.

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DropWorks is Back Where it all Began with Summer Menu Listing

🍷 DropWorks, a British rum distillery, launched in 2023, debuted its Clear Drop Rum in Mildreds and mallow restaurants across seven London locations. In 2025, they introduced a Coconut Daiquiri cocktail at mallow, featuring Clear Drop Rum, falernum, coconut, pandan, and citrus. Founder Lewis Hayes, with 20 years in the industry, praised the partnership. Based in Sherwood Forest, DropWorks is expanding across the UK, including Manchester and Liverpool, and aims to enhance the British rum industry.

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Verita Health Expands into Vietnam with Hospitality Partnership

🏥 Verita Healthcare Group launched Verita Health Hoi An at Wafaifo Resort, Hoi An, Vietnam, focusing on longevity and preventative healthcare. With Vietnam's competitive healthcare and booming tourism, this facility aims to merge resort comfort with advanced medical care. It offers treatments such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, NAD+ infusions, and stem cell therapies. This marks Verita's expansion in Asia, highlighting Vietnam's rising role in wellness tourism.

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fidelis hospitality enhances guest experience and operational efficiencies with SIHOT solutions

💻 fidelis hospitality has implemented SIHOT’s digital infrastructure across its branded properties in Germany, including THE Hotels, Felix Hotels, and Ibis. The integration of self-service check-in kiosks, online bookings, EV charging payments, and centralized guest billing significantly reduced administrative errors and saved staff hours. SIHOT’s platform, including SIHOT.PMS and SIHOT.POS, streamlined operations with advanced integrations like Adyen for payments. This transformation positioned fidelis as a leader in digital hospitality, enhancing operational and commercial efficiency.

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