Jade - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

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Amamark Producer & New Supplier Showcase Returns to Food, Drink & Hospitality Week for 2026

🍽 Foodservice giant Aramark UK will host the Producer & New Supplier Showcase at Excel London from March 30 to April 1, 2026. This event, part of the Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, will allow suppliers to pitch their products to Aramark's experts. Stephen Brennan, VP of Aramark UK & IRL, highlights its value in forming partnerships with diverse businesses. Shortlisted suppliers will present live to Aramark directors for potential inclusion in their supply chain.

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Mamma Mia! Edinburgh’s Simply Greek Opens Vibrant New Home Near the Playhouse

🍱 Simply Greek, a family-owned restaurant in Edinburgh, has grown from a 16-seat taverna to a 45-seat venue at 8 Union Street, near the Edinburgh Playhouse. Known for authentic Greek cuisine, it offers dishes like moussaka and souvlaki. Owner Dimitris Zarkalis celebrates customer support and invites guests Monday to Friday between 4-5.30 PM for a free mezze with orders. The restaurant embodies Greek hospitality with simple ingredients and big flavors.

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Warm Up this Winter at Hotel Dame Des Arts

🏖️ Hôtel Dame des Arts, Paris, offers an exclusive sauna experience in the Latin Quarter, designed by Raphael Navot. Open daily from 10am to 9pm, it operates on a half-hourly appointment system. Rooms start at £246/night with breakfast included. The hotel hosts a daily Reading Hour from 4pm to 6pm at Pimpan bar, featuring drinks like Chocolat Chaud by Hugo. Enjoy rooftop views of Paris and the Eiffel Tower before the seasonal closure.

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Entries Open for Springboard Awards for Excellence 2026 – Celebrating the Best in Hospitality

🏆 Springboard Awards for Excellence 2026 🎉 When? 30 April 2026. Where? Park Plaza London Riverbank. Who? Hosted by Park Plaza, sponsored by industry leaders like Nestlé, HIT Training, and Sybron. What? Celebrates excellence in hospitality with categories like the new Hospitality Careers Champion Award. How? Free and easy nominations via the Springboard website by 9 January 2026. Why? To recognize and inspire talent, supporting Springboard’s mission to bolster hospitality careers. Goals: Close skills gaps and create one million new skills by 2030.

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Bathtub Gin x Tart London Collaborate on Limited-Edition ‘Folklore’ Bottle Design

🍷 Jemima Jones and Lucy Carr-Ellison's Tart London partners with Bathtub Gin to release a limited edition gin, available from November 13, 2025, at Sainsbury’s, Asda, and Morrisons for £33.50. This UK-wide release features a design inspired by British winter folklore. The collaboration aligns with Bathtub Gin’s campaign as "the gin of hosting." Previously founded in 2012, Tart London is known for its Belgravia restaurant, Wild by Tart, and its vibrant hospitality ethos.

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Iconic Sheffield Hotel Rebrands Following 18-Month Transformation

🏨 Northland Properties rebranded and renovated the Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel, previously Best Western Plus, after 18 months of work. Acquired in June 2022 with renovations starting November 2023, it's set for completion by Summer 2026. The hotel now boasts 128 renovated rooms, a new 5,000 sq ft bar and restaurant, and rebranded leisure facilities. By 2026, 32 more rooms will be added. Tavern on The Quays opened September 22, 2025, seating 90 with a 200-capacity ballroom planned.

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Haute Dolci Unveils ‘Dolci Mono’ – A Bold New Luxury Kiosk Concept Debuting at Birmingham Bullring

🍮 Luxury dessert brand Haute Dolci is launching Dolci Mono kiosks next month at Birmingham's Bullring, then expanding to Brent Cross, O2 Arena, Wembley Park, and Edinburgh St James. The strategy aims for 10 kiosks annually, turning retail spaces into experiential destinations. The concept merges aesthetic appeal with operational efficiency, attracting Gen Z and other demographics. The expansion supports UK high streets with local employment and supplier partnerships, enhancing economic and cultural value.

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Celebrate a Magical Christmas with the Family Santa Sleepover at Lough Erne Resort

🎄 Families, November-December 2025, Lough Erne Resort: Unveiling a winter wonderland, the Family Santa Sleepover invites guests to experience festive joy amidst 600 acres. Key dates include November 15, 21, 28, 29, and December 5, 6, 12, 13. Prices start at £479 for two adults and one child in a room, and £620 for two adults and two children in a lodge. Enjoy lakeside breakfasts, meet Santa, and relax in the Thai Spa. Book at www.lougherneresort.com.

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Imperial Hotel, Kyoto to Open March 5, 2026 in Historic Gion District

🏨 Reservations for the Imperial Hotel, Kyoto, open November 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM JST, with the hotel welcoming guests starting March 5, 2026. Situated in Kyoto's Gion district, the hotel blends historic charm with modern elegance, housed in the 90-year-old Yasaka Kaikan. The hotel features 55 rooms, including Signature Suites ranging from 1,022 to 1,377 sq ft, and introduces tatami flooring in the North Wing. The hotel includes restaurants, a bar, spa, pool, and gym.

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The Glengoyne Wetlands Single Cask Release launches in aid of charity

🥃 Glengoyne Distillery, a sustainable Highland whisky maker, released the Glengoyne Wetlands Single Cask on 28 October 2025, featuring only 500 bottles at £190 each. This 61.1% ABV whisky is made from Sherry Butt No. 190257, filled on 8 June 2009. Proceeds go to the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. The launch follows the 2021 release celebrating the distillery's wetland sustainability efforts. The bottle features art by Elin Manon, and sales support conservation work.

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