Miscellaneous - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 44

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Sweet Chick teams up with David Beckham’s son for limited-time sandwich

🍴 Bret Thorn, senior food & beverage editor at Nation’s Restaurant News since 1999, resides in Brooklyn, NY. He hosts "In the Kitchen with Bret Thorn" podcast and won the 2006 Jesse H. Neal Award. Educated at Tufts University, Le Cordon Bleu, and studied in China in 1988-89. Thorn wrote for the New York Sun (2005-2008) and Asia Times (1995-1997). He was IFEC president in 2005 and joined Restaurant Hospitality in 2016. Thorn's expertise spans global cuisines and restaurant trends.

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Omaha restaurateur David Utterback offers his take on Japanese food without a proper kitchen

🍽 Bret Thorn, senior food & beverage editor at Nation's Restaurant News since 1999, is a key figure in spotting food trends. Thorn, a magna cum laude from Tufts University, studied French cooking at Le Cordon Bleu and spent time in China in 1989. He wrote for The New York Sun from 2005-2008 and won a Jesse H. Neal Award in 2006. Thorn authored works in the Oxford Encyclopedia and Oxford Companion, and was inducted into Disciples d'Escoffier in 2014.

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José Andrés partners with Delta Air Lines for onboard Spanish menu

📖 Joanna Fantozzi, a Senior Editor at Nation’s Restaurant News, has over seven years in restaurant and hospitality journalism. From August 2021, she has held her current role at Informa’s Restaurant & Food Group. Joanna’s past roles include Associate Editor (July 2019-August 2021) and Assistant Editor (October 2018-July 2019). She holds a bachelor’s from The College of New Jersey and a master’s from CUNY. Her work appears in The New York Times, Forbes, and more.

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Airport lounges: From exclusive to crowded and commercial | Ruyman Gallardo Armas posted on the topic | LinkedIn

🛫 In 2025, 57% of frequent travelers reported using airport lounges and 42% visited one in the past year. Despite high demand, 62% would pay more for less crowded spaces, indicating dissatisfaction with current offerings. Access via credit cards, memberships, and pay-per-entry has expanded, diluting exclusivity. Lounges have shifted from loyalty assets to revenue generators. To restore premium value, strategies should include segmented access, capacity planning, and enhanced digital experiences.

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Bienvenue Bistro Sablé: A new French bistro arrives in Islington

🍴 Bistro Sablé opens on November 3rd at 63-69 Canonbury Rd, London, N1 2DG, replacing The Smokehouse. This 65-seater restaurant, part of the Noble Inns collection, offers classic French bistro cuisine in a relaxed setting. Key features include an intimate dining area, open kitchen, and a garden space. With a wine list curated by Alex Froslet, 95% of wines are available flexibly. Bistro Sablé serves French classics, including Sunday roasts of Pork, Lamb, Beef, or Chicken.

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European outdoor hospitality in transformation

🏖 European Camping Group (ECG) has rebranded, two years into its transformation plan, to unify corporate and operational brands. Following Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund investment, ECG aims for a cohesive identity. From 2026, all French operations will consolidate under the Homair brand, which holds a 43% brand awareness. Alannia Resorts, acquired in July 2025, will also adopt the ECG identity. A new Homair website and a Europe-wide campaign are set to launch in December.

Airline chiefs warn shutdown is pushing U.S. aviation to the brink

🛫 Nov 3, 2025, airline executives from United, American, and Airlines for America urged Congress to resolve the government shutdown. Unpaid air traffic controllers and TSA officers continue working, ensuring safety amid rising financial stress. The U.S. Travel Association reported $4.3 billion in lost travel spending since the shutdown began on October 1. Currently, under 2% of flights are delayed, but prolonged disruptions threaten holiday travel. Airlines demand a clean continuing resolution to restore operations.

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Ivy Studio designs “bold and glamorous” Montreal restaurant

🎣 Ivy Studio designed the "Limousine" bar and restaurant, which opened in 2025 in Montreal's Saint-Lambert suburb. Located on Victoria Avenue, it features red velvet, dark wood paneling, and a central diamond-shaped bar with a green marble countertop. The design reflects vintage luxury limousine interiors. Velvet curtains create a theatrical entrance, and the space includes tubular tan leather banquettes and black mosaic tiles. The venue caters to a younger demographic, offering a bold new dining experience.

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Ambiente Projects

📚 Interior Looks expands its range in the Living area, offering top-quality furniture and furnishings. Manufacturer brands exhibit their products, catering to design-focused retailers, interior architects, planners, and designers in hospitality and international contract business. Located in Frankfurt, the event is part of the Ambiente fair, showcasing innovations in interior design to a diverse audience seeking inspiration and high-quality products for various projects.

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New on the Menu: An Italian grilled cheese sandwich and a kosher Tarte Tatin

🍳 Bret Thorn, Senior Food & Beverage Editor, is known for his expertise in food trends and French cuisine. Since 1999, he's been with Nation’s Restaurant News and joined Restaurant Hospitality in 2016. He studied at Le Cordon Bleu in 1986 and graduated from Tufts University in 1990. Notably, he worked for ABC News during the Tiananmen protests in 1989. Thorn received the 2006 Jesse H. Neal Award and was inducted into Disciples d'Escoffier in 2014.

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