Sophie Weir - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 27

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Steelite International’s ‘chef’s dream’ wins Fine Dinnerware award at Ambiente 2025

🏡 Steelite International's Alina collection won the Fine Dinnerware category at the Tableware Awards 2025, announced at Ambiente. The Alina collection, recognized for its Japanese and Scandi-inspired aesthetics, consists of 36 pieces, including 15 plates and 11 bowls. The collection is part of the Steelite Distinction range, offering elegance and durability. Judges such as Wiebke Lehman and Nick Holland praised Alina for its design and functionality.

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The Maybourne Saint-Germain: Maybourne to bring palace-style hotel and ultra-luxury branded residences to a historic landmark in Paris

🏠 Maybourne announced the 2027 opening of "The Maybourne Saint-Germain" in Paris's Saint-Germain-des-Prés, featuring 101 hotel keys and 23 branded residences, marking the company's first property in Paris and second in France. The development includes a palace-style hotel and Paris's first ultra-luxury branded residences, designed by French interior designers Pierre-Yves Rochon (7 residences) and Laura Gonzalez (16 residences). The historic 17th-century Îlot Saint-Germain building will feature 50 suites, 51 rooms, a serene courtyard, six food and beverage outlets, and the new wellness brand Surrenne with one of Paris' largest luxury spas and health clubs, including three pools—one 25-metre pool exclusive to residents and a 30-metre rooftop pool. Co-CEO Gianluca Muzzi highlights Maybourne's vision of luxury hospitality and its commitment to creating exceptional experiences.

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Glastonbury 2025: The Pop-Up Hotel’s wellness experiences

🎨 Glastonbury Festival is set for 25th to 29th June 2025 with luxury glamping at The Pop-Up Hotel. New wellness experts Richie Norton, Rob & Josie Da Bank offer programs extending to spa services, therapies, and more. Body Brilliant provides IV infusions and Pressotherapy for guests. Free People curates festival fashion with a pop-up store and exclusive event. Devonia Water introduces a sustainable practice, saving 94% energy and reducing 3 tonnes of glass waste. Vino Zero caters to non-alcoholic preferences with a premium selection. Rooms range from £2,999 to £27,999 for the Tipi Tenthouse Suite.

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Interview with biophilic designer, Oliver Heath

🌳 Oliver Heath collaborated with Forest Holidays, applying biophilic design at Glentress Forest to enhance the guest experience through a connection to nature. The Unfurl Collection features natural materials and layouts to promote well-being. Biophilic design, reflecting a location's ecological identity, aligns with the wellness trend in hospitality, a $651 billion market. This project, unique for its reflection of local ecology and B-Corp alignment, offers luxury hospitality insights on creating immersive nature-connected experiences.

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A New Initiative To Support The Next Generation of Chefs Has Been Launched

🍴 Goodfellow & Goodfellow and TRUEfoods launched the Plated competition for UK chefs aged 30 or under, featuring a £10K prize and Michelin-starred judges like Jason Atherton. Submissions are due by March 10th, with a live final on April 26th at TRUEfoods Development Kitchen in Ripon, North Yorkshire. The winner receives £7,500, a trip to Costa Nova in Portugal, a Michelin-starred dining experience, a feature in Portfolio, and a Trophy Plate. Chefs can enter up to three times, with three images or videos each.

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Casa Cruz London Welcomes Award-Winning Chef Jacob Rowley to Helm Kitchen

🍴 Casa Cruz, a distinguished restaurant in Notting Hill, celebrates its 10-year milestone with newly appointed Head Chef Jacob Rowley. Rowley, who has won multiple "Restaurant of the Year" awards and has experience in two Michelin-starred restaurants, introduces a new menu focused on sustainable, seasonal sourcing from local producers. His signature dishes include hand-picked day boat crab, vadouvan spiced lamb belly, and beer molasses glazed salt-baked celeriac. Casa Cruz remains a top destination for fine dining in West London.

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Luxury Spa Hotel Galgorm Resort Joins Elegant Hotel Collection as First Northern Ireland Member

🏛 Galgorm Resort, a luxury resort and spa in Northern Ireland, joins the Elegant Hotel Collection, increasing the exclusive membership to 32 in celebration of the brand's first anniversary. Set within 500 acres on the North Antrim Coast, Galgorm Resort offers 201 accommodations, including suites, cabins, and residences. The resort is positioned near Belfast airports and features award-winning restaurants, bars, conference facilities, and is part of the Galgorm Collection, which includes Roe Park Resort, Galgorm Castle Estate, The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat, The Old Inn, and two restaurants in Belfast. The partnership aims to expand market reach to luxury travelers in the UK and USA, targeting MICE and Group bookings.

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Uga Ulagalla, Sri Lanka, Serves Memorable Outdoor Dining Experience, ‘Kamatha at Uga Ulagalla’

🍴 Uga, a Sri Lankan hotel group, offers Kamatha at Uga Ulagalla, a year-round traditional dining experience on a 58-acre estate near Anuradhapura. The event, serving 25 local dishes, is held at a traditional Kamatha pavilion and costs $55 per person for half-board guests, $110 for bed and breakfast guests, with a 15-diner capacity. Uga Ulagalla is a 25-villa five-star resort, where rates start from $481 per night for two adults in an Ulagalla Pool Villa on a bed and breakfast basis.

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First look at The Reserve: Luxury accommodation at Chester Zoo, with conservation at its heart

🦒 Chester Zoo's new luxury lodge, The Reserve, opens August 2025, welcoming guests starting mid-August with bookings from 29 January. The UK destination features safari-style accommodation, exclusive animal encounters, and supports conservation efforts for endangered species. The Reserve offers 51 sustainable lodges, variously accommodating 2-6 people, with lakeside and savannah views, and includes a restaurant, bar, and private zoo access. TROO Hospitality manages the guest experience. Contact reservations@thereservechesterzoo.com for booking.

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Interview with Norton Park Hotel, Spa and Manor House’s General Manager, Paul Russel

🏨 Paul Russel, General Manager at the Norton Park Hotel, emphasizes sustainability and modernization in his leadership. The hotel, located between Winchester and Basingstoke, features a refurbished 300-year-old Manor House with 13 bedrooms, a full-service hotel, spa, leisure facilities, large conference rooms, and a Tithe Barn. Facing rising costs, Norton Park implemented energy-efficient systems and smarter BMS solutions. Shorter lead times for event bookings have prompted more agility in service. Refurbishments have increased operational capacity and guest accommodation, especially during peak times. Diversification in offerings ensures resilience against market fluctuations. In 2025, Norton Park aims to focus on team well-being, recruitment, and facility upgrades to enhance guest experiences. The hotel caters to a variety of needs, including weddings, corporate events, park-and-sail packages, and regional attractions.

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