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Cuerno, a new steakhouse in New York City, pays homage to northern Mexico’s culinary traditions

🍗 Founded by Alberto Martínez and Victor Setién in 2006, the Costeño Group operates 11 concepts across Mexico and Spain. On June 19, Cuerno opened at Rockefeller Center in New York City, marking their U.S. debut. Cuerno spans 7,700 square feet with 220 seats, designed by A de Arquitectos. The menu features dishes cooked in a Josper charcoal oven, offering a rich taste of northern Mexican culture, with key dishes like rib eye steak and grilled Mayan octopus.

Graduate Dallas opens at SMU

🏨 Graduate by Hilton launched its first Texas hotel, a 93-room site, in July 2025, across from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. The hotel introduces mid-century modern Texas ranch interiors and is part of Hilton Honors. AJ Capital Partners redesigned the original Lumen Hotel building, incorporating local design elements. It features Los Charros Tex-Mex Smokehouse and emphasizes community connection. The Graduate brand plans further expansion in Texas, with Austin next in line.

Accor’s Emblems Collection adds three hotels in Italy

🏨 Accor will expand the Emblems Collection in Italy with three new hotels opening in 2026. Locations include Siena, Umbria, and Apulia. The Siena hotel will feature 38 rooms, the Umbria location 51 keys, and the Apulia site 60 suites. The partnership is with Rome-based AG Group. Hotel Bellevue in Cortina d’Ampezzo is also in the collection. Other projects are planned in the UK, Greece, and Canada. Emblems Collection targets luxury via unique, culturally rich properties.

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Novum Hospitality expands in Berlin with dual-brand hotel concept

📍 Holiday Inn – the niu Pax and Candlewood Suites will form a dual-brand hotel near Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), enhancing flexibility for short and long stays. Located at Mizarstrasse and Hans-Grade-Allee, it offers 158 rooms with aviation-themed decor and excellent transport links. Managed by Novum Hospitality, the hotel aims for Green Key certification, showcasing sustainability. CEO David Etmenan emphasizes value for travelers and market strength in Berlin.

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Scandic expands its presence in Norway through franchise

🏠 Scandic Hotels Group is expanding its franchise model, aiming for 40-50 new hotels and 10,000 rooms by 2030, primarily in the Nordic countries. The Scandic Victoria Florø is its 19th franchise hotel, located in Florø, western Norway, known for its beauty and business community. The hotel, with 97 rooms and meeting space for 150, joins Scandic's portfolio through a partnership with the Helle family, enhancing local presence and expertise.

McKibbon Hospitality Selected to Manage Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District

🏨 July 29, 2025, Savannah, Georgia: McKibbon Hospitality has been awarded the management contract for the Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District, set to open in 2025. Originally breaking ground in November 2023, this will be McKibbon's second Tempo by Hilton property, among five managed in Savannah. The LEED-certified hotel will feature tech-enabled guestrooms, Peloton suites, a Bluestone Lane Café, and a rooftop bar. The design collaborates with the Savannah Historic District Board, reflecting local heritage.

Mexico Grand Hotels Debuts Kadún in Los Cabos

🏨 July 29, 2025, Cabo San Lucas: Mexico Grand Hotels announces Kadún, a new 110-room boutique hotel opening this fall near El Médano Beach. Kadún, inspired by the Baja California Sur's natural beauty and cultural history, features rooms with kitchenettes, terraces, and jacuzzis. Amenities include a rooftop pool, restaurant, café, spa, and meeting spaces. Guests have access to sister properties, enhancing their Cabo experience during the 2025 high season.

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Cane Pazzo in Hanahan, S.C., blends Low Country ingredients with Italian flavors

🍴 Mark Bolchoz opened Cane Pazzo in Hanahan, near Charleston, on June 14. The restaurant, at 2,100 sq. ft., seats 72 inside and 40 on the patio. The menu blends Southern and Italian influences, featuring local and seasonal ingredients. Unique features include handmade plates and an all-Italian wine list. The name, "Cane Pazzo," means "mad dog," a nickname from Bolchoz's grandfather, and honors their service in the U.S. Marine Corps.

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Bristol hoteliers back plans to expand YTL Arena capacity

📍 Bristol hoteliers have shown support for plans to expand the capacity of the YTL Arena, which is currently being built at the former Filton Airfield site.

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UK is the new playground for Adina Apartment Hotels

🏠 Adina Apartment Hotels will enter the UK market in Q3 2025, opening The Hobson Cambridge and The Wellington Glasgow. The Hobson will offer 56 rooms; The Wellington, 98 studio apartments. By July 2025, all 18 European Adina properties achieved Green Key certification for sustainability, including renewable energy and eco-friendly practices. Beyond certification, Adina's efforts include recognition by Sustainable Berlin and the Swisstainable Level III label for Geneva.

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