Sophie Weir - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 30

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Christmas Karaage & Champagne in NIJU

🎄 NIJU, a Japanese "home-cooking" restaurant in Mayfair, offers Christmas and New Year’s Eve menus with a Japanese twist. Throughout December, guests get free Japanese fried chicken (karaage) with two glasses of Champagne. The New Year's Eve menu features dishes like A4 Wagyu beef tartare and has two seatings at 5.30pm (£175pp) and 8pm (£225pp). The Christmas menu, available in the private dining room throughout December, costs £200 per person. Offers include live entertainment, DJs, and optional drinks pairings.

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20 Stories Toasts New Winter Partnership with Piper-Heidsieck Champagne

🍾 20 Stories, Manchester's skyline restaurant, partners with Piper-Heidsieck Champagne for a limited-edition menu from November to January. Piper-Heidsieck, established in 1777, has been associated with luxury and fame. The exclusive menu includes Piper-Heidsieck's "Cuvée Brut", "Rosé Sauvage", "Essentiel Blanc de Blancs" 2018, "Brut Vintage", and 2013 Rare Champagne, Brut Millésimé. Innovative cocktails feature Piper-Heidsieck as a key ingredient, such as Kir Royale and French 75. 20 Stories is located at No.1 Spinningfields, on the 19th floor, 92 meters high. Executive Head Chef Daniel Scott and team curated the winter menu. Reservations can be made via https://20stories.co.uk/.

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Rixos to Redefine Luxury All-Inclusive in Southeast Asia with New Signing in Vietnam

🏕 Ennismore and Sun Hospitality Group announced the signing of Rixos Phu Quoc, set to open in mid-2026 as the first all-inclusive Rixos resort in Asia. Located on Hon Thom Island, Vietnam, the resort will boast over 1300 guest rooms with ocean views, 22 dining options, and a range of facilities including a wellness spa, kids club, and water sports. Phu Quoc was recently voted the second-best island in the world by Travel+Leisure's World’s Best Awards 2024. Guests can access the resort via a 15-minute cable car ride from the mainland.

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Award-Winning Innovation: Iglucraft Leads the Future of Sustainable Travel

🏖 Iglucraft, known for unique, handcrafted cabins and saunas blending ancient shingling with modern design, provides immersive nature experiences. Iglupark, a sea-side resort with Igluhuts and Iglusaunas, is typically fully booked, highlighting demand and profitability. Recognized as the Best Tourism Product of 2024, Iglucraft's products are installed in diverse locations like Ree Safari Park, Denmark, and Pfarrwerfen, Austria, enhancing guest engagement and allowing premium pricing. CEO Priit Kallas emphasizes the financial and experiential benefits for business owners and travelers seeking authenticity.

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Editor’s Review – Swiss Line Cell Shock Luxe-Lift Collection: Skincare Redefined

💄 The Swiss Line Cell Shock Luxe-Lift Collection, encompassing Luxe-Lift Rich Cream, Luxe-Lift Eye Cream, and 360° Anti-Wrinkle Serum Triple Collagen Complex, delivers on its luxury promise with visible results. The Rich Cream offers hydration without heaviness, the Eye Cream addresses puffiness and dark circles, enhancing under-eye brightness and firmness, while the 360° Serum softens deeper lines and refines skin texture, thanks to the triple collagen complex. This indulgent and effective skincare line is recommended for those seeking a combination of science and luxury.

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Christmas Arrives at Orelle

🎄 Orelle, Birmingham's skyline restaurant, has collaborated with Laurent-Perrier for the festive season. Offering a limited-edition seasonal menu with a variety of Laurent-Perrier champagnes and new bar snacks, the partnership lasts until January. The rooftop bar area now features 8 new poseur tables and 24 stools, complemented by panoramic city views. A Christmas cocktail menu includes creations like the Golden Bauble by mixologist Tiago Bastos. Senior Marketing Manager Natasha Levy anticipates a magical season with new snacks by Executive Chef Kiran Survana.

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Sleigh the Holiday Season: Maximise Bookings and Prepare for the Christmas Season

🎄 Liam Crooks, MD of EMEA at Lightspeed, emphasizes a customer-first approach for hospitality businesses during the Christmas rush, suggesting the use of ePOS systems with table management like OpenTable for efficient booking optimization. A quarter of people plan to eat in on Christmas Eve, highlighting the importance of integrating with delivery services such as Uber Eats or Deliveroo. Additionally, creating a memorable Christmas experience with loyalty programs, personalized CRM tools, and well-managed staff scheduling via ePOS systems can drive customer loyalty year-round.

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Waterfront Street Kitchen & Bar Brings Flavour and Flair to Excel Waterfront

🍽 Waterfront Street Kitchen & Bar, a new restaurant with a menu inspired by global street food, has opened in London, accommodating 400 guests and offering a space for dining, remote work, and private events. Open daily, the restaurant enhances Excel London's waterfront, serving visitors of Immerse LDN and the local community with options from coffee to after-work drinks. Excel's CCO Simon Mills emphasizes the venue's role in realizing their vision for the world's top event destination.

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Schweizerhof hotel & spa

🏦 Schweizerhof Hotel & Spa in Bern, a UNESCO heritage site, and Swissline both celebrate milestones in 2024: 165th and 35th anniversaries, respectively. The hotel introduces six Swissline treatments and a special spa package. The 500 sqm spa features a heated pool, Finnish sauna, steam room, and three treatment rooms. Treatments range from 30 to 75 minutes, focusing on skin barrier support, collagen production, and addressing inflammation. From October to December 2024, guests can enjoy the "A Moment in Time Ritual" promotional package.

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Northcote Obsession Celebrates 25 Years With A Captivating Chef Line-Up Showcasing The Very Best In Hospitalty

🍴 Northcote's Obsession, a gourmet festival in Europe, marks its 25th year from January 24th to February 9th, 2025. Featuring 21 chefs with a combined 27 Michelin stars, the event will unfold over 17 nights at the luxury Lancashire hotel, Northcote. Chefs from around the world, including Singapore and South Africa, will participate. Obsession began in 2001 and continues to offer guests memorable culinary experiences. Tickets for Obsession25 go on sale on November 13th, priced at £220 per person, with optional wine flights from £70.

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