Sophie Weir - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 15

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RG2 COMMUNICATIONS NAMED AGENCY OF RECORD FOR COLLECTION MAISONS PARTICULIÈRES

🏨 Maison Souquet, Hôtel & Spa, located in Montmartre, Paris, celebrates its 10th anniversary with RG2 Communications leading its media strategy. Maison Proust, Hôtel & Spa La Mer, inspired by Marcel Proust, offers 23 rooms with Belle Époque elegance in Le Marais. Both five-star hotels, designed by Jacques Garcia, boast luxurious, immersive experiences. Maison Souquet features a 10m x 3m pool and has been voted France’s 'most romantic hotel.' Both properties emphasize Parisian heritage and intimate luxury.

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Rediscovering Luxury Through Circular Design in Verbier

🏠 Interior designer Marianne Tiegen completed a renovation project in Verbier, Switzerland, turning an old hotel into a 1,000-square-meter private residence for a London-based family. The "1936" project emphasized reclaimed materials, including 18th and 19th-century French antiques and regional alpine objects. Custom-made Belgian linen sofas, fireplaces, and mineral-based limestone paint were used. This seasonal retreat mirrors Tiegen's commitment to sustainable, circular design, evident in similar projects across Europe and North America.

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THE DONOVAN BAR PRESENTS: “OUR WAY” – A CELEBRATION OF CRAFT, CHARACTER AND CONTINUITY

🍺 The Donovan Bar at Brown’s Hotel, Mayfair, introduces "Our Way" menu. Crafted by Salvatore Calabrese and Mixology Director Federico Pavan, it offers 13 reimagined classic cocktails. Highlights include the Marimo Martini with seaweed infusion, and the Bellini Colada with frozen cucumber. The Eau de Martinez features Seventy One Gin and Don Julio 1942 Tequila. The Margarita Blush combines mezcal and purple carrot. This menu emphasizes elegance, consistency, and substance over extravagance.

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LONDON’S ICONIC CHINA TANG OPENS AT THE LANA PROMENADE, DORCHESTER COLLECTION

🍴 China Tang, founded by the late Sir David Tang, is opening its Dubai location this weekend at The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection. With interiors inspired by 1930s Shanghai, it features 180 seats and two private dining rooms. Chef Li Zhenjun, with 25 years of experience, leads the kitchen. Signature dishes include Beijing Duck, prepared in a custom-built oven, and new creations like Foie Gras Cherries. Open daily from 12 PM to 11 PM, it aims to redefine dining in Dubai.

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WE ARE INDIGO ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW CLIENT WIN: CLAP HOUSE IBIZA JOINS GLOBAL LUXURY ROSTER

🗺 CLAP HOUSE Ibiza, developed by S15 Group and AlphaMind, is set to open in Talamanca, Ibiza in 2025. Spanning 16,000 square meters, it combines holistic fitness, luxury hospitality, and al fresco dining. We Are Indigo, a global PR agency, is partnering to launch this wellness hub. Key features include a Japanese restaurant, pool club, and a wellness club. This partnership highlights We Are Indigo's expertise in luxury lifestyle and hospitality PR.

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Trinity restaurant team to open Sandwich Truck adjacent to the Michelin – Starred restaurant in Clapham Common

🍕 2025, London: Trinity's outside space transforms into "Outside 2025," offering al fresco dining. Led by Chef India, the menu features five staple sandwiches, weekly specials, fresh ciabatta, chips, and soft-serve ice cream. Guests can opt for takeaway or dine in, with a beverage menu including Trinity's beer, wine, gin, and cocktails. This innovative venture, spearheaded by Adam Byatt, marks a shift towards accessible and high-quality dining in the city.

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ALDAR UNVEILS AN OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE IN TIMELESS ELEGANCE AT WALDORF ASTORIA RESIDENCES YAS

🏡 Aldar launches Waldorf Astoria Residences Yas on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, with 133 luxury furnished residences offering stunning views and amenities. Launching for sale on May 22, 2025, the development features one-to-three-bedroom apartments, duplexes, and penthouses. Residents enjoy 24/7 concierge services, wellness facilities, and entertainment areas. Designed by Nordic Office Architects and KZ Design Services, it targets sustainability with 3 Pearl Estidama and 2 Star Fitwel ratings, aiming for 25% lower emissions, and increased energy and water efficiency.

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CHEF MAURILIO’S GUIDE TO SEASONAL ASPARAGUS

🌶 In spring 2023, Chef Maurilio Molteni of TOZI Victoria, London, highlights British asparagus, crafting it into stocks, pastas, and dishes to reduce waste. Techniques include blanching in salted water and refreshing in ice water. Popular asparagus recipes feature salads with quail eggs and truffle, tagliolini, and deep-fried with truffle mayo. Located at 8 Gillingham Street, Pimlico, TOZI maintains its original team since opening over a decade ago.

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Glastonbury 2025: The Pop-Up Hotel’s latest guest experiences

🎭 Glastonbury 2025 unfolds from June 25th, spotlighting The Pop-Up Hotel’s luxurious upgrades. Key features include Papa Salt gin (founded by Margot Robbie and others) hosting a pool party, Wild providing sustainable toiletries and Pilates sessions, BrewDog offering Punk IPA and Lost Lager, Wonderland Cocktails serving carbon-neutral canned drinks, and Beauty of Joseon gifting SPF skincare. These partners enhance festival experiences with refreshing beverages, eco-friendly wellness, and sun protection.

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A furniture icon meets a coffee cult: Grind heads north in exclusive partnership with Arighi Bianchi

☕️ Arighi Bianchi partners with Grind coffee in May 2025 in Macclesfield, Cheshire, marking the first time Grind coffee is served outside London. Grind, known for its ethically sourced and sustainable coffee, becomes available at Caffè AB. Arighi Bianchi, a 170-year-old furniture store, embraces this partnership to enrich its in-store experience. Previously, Grind had cafés in London, Soho House, and plans to open in Manchester. Grind is also available on British Airways and online.

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