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JUNE 28, 2024

Approximately 65% of the Centre’s food and beverage items are sourced from local suppliers and farms, promoting a more sustainable food system by reducing the carbon footprint associated with long-distance food transportation. Destination Toronto is offering assistance with a new I.D.E.A.S.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Some familiar names and kitchen-tested ideas are behind the launch of Appellation , a new hospitality company planning to open boutique properties with a local edge in popular luxury tourist destinations in the West. His philosophy is that “Genuine hospitality is the way a restaurant makes you feel before you even take a bite of food.

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MARCH 26, 2025

Spatial design is not a buzzword; its already transforming industries outside hospitality, including real estate, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. The hospitality and events industries are labour-intensive, with high capital expenditures on food and beverages, so streamlining operations without sacrificing quality is essential.

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MAY 17, 2024

Migliorini will serve as director of food and beverage, bringing an extensive hospitality background with a career that began with Walt Disney World in Orlando, rising through the ranks to become assistant director of food and beverage at Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort.

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JANUARY 22, 2025

The property is also committed to environmental sustainability, and throughout the entire renovation incorporated sustainable practices, materials and initiatives to preserve and nurture the natural surroundings of the island. Chi, The Spa offers a range of wellness experiences, including Reiki sessions and Icoone treatments.

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JUNE 13, 2024

While we often meticulously plan the culinary experiences at our events, beverages, particularly wine, are frequently chosen from a generic banquet menu. The wine industry itself leads in many areas crucial to us as event professionals, including hospitality, sustainability , and fostering diversity and belonging.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

With over 15 years of diverse experience in the hospitality industry, Jo brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the Company of Cooks team based at the Royal College of Physicians venues, having worked in boutique hotels in Dublin to large chains in Scotland.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

FR The action of going to a movie theater is always a treat in itself, and our team prides themselves on combining the magic of the movie experience and hospitality with meetings and events. A full bar and diverse menu of food and beverage items offer plenty of options outside of the traditional popcorn and candy.

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MAY 3, 2024

He brings 52 years of experience, beginning in the hospitality industry as a dishwasher and moving through the roles of executive chef, food and beverage manager and finally general manager, and has worked with the Marriott brand for 16 years at various locations.

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AUGUST 4, 2022

Visit Greater Palm Springs in Rancho Mirage, California, appointed Bruggemans director of sustainability and community engagement. Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. Chris Rynkiewicz. Suzanne Bajek. Will Trokey.

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JUNE 21, 2024

He brings nearly 40 years of hospitality experience across numerous leading hospitality companies, including 20 years with Starwood Hotels & Resorts. In 2018, he was named Manager of the Year at WRMC and in 2022 received Visit Fort Worth’s Beyond Award, which recognizes excellence in hospitality service.

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OCTOBER 2, 2024

After spending quality time at LEED Platinum-certified Bardessono Hotel & Spa (one of only three in California that meet that sustainability standard), we were curious about what elements could be adopted from the organic feel of the historic boutique property.

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JUNE 7, 2024

How planners can take part culture of conservation, environmental sustainability and positive impact at a sought-after destination June 8 is World Ocean Day. Atlantis Bahamas stands out as not only an esteemed hospitality destination, but a pioneer in environmental and ocean conservation—and its example is one that can inspire us all.

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APRIL 5, 2023

Annual conference center gathering in Durham addressed staffing, sustainability and collaboration A nine-year average drop in the age of the meeting/hospitality professional since the start of the pandemic translates into a loss of nine years of collective knowledge. I didn’t pick hospitality; it picked me,” said Candace Hemingway. “I

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DECEMBER 3, 2021

Maeder brings 20 years of hospitality experience to the position, most recently serving as director of food and beverage at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. Among other properties he has worked for are Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and The Setai, Miami Beach, as director of food and beverage at both.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Activating both on- and off-site, brands are vying for fans’ attention with technology, art, lounge spaces, immersive photo ops, hospitality plays and more. In addition to the courts, the brand provided an open-air lounge offering food and drinks. Let’s take a look at the brands making a racket.

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JULY 26, 2024

She brings extensive experience in live event production, finance, operations and sustainability. Throughout his over three decades in luxury hospitality, he has managed a number of prestigious properties. Justin Deyo Justin Deyo, Hospitality America Hospitality America promotes Deyo to corporate director of operations.

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Attendease

JANUARY 21, 2021

Food and beverage service will evolve from lines and buffets to service in individual containers or plates and offered with minimal contact points. We are gifting with items ranging from a new mug with a favorite beverage and snack to celebration boxes including everything from champagne to streamers and whatever else can be imagined.

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APRIL 23, 2024

All presentations were focused on new and inventive ideas that would attract meeting professionals and attendees to ideas centered around trends such as sustainability, food and beverage diversity, networking and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The post Lessons Learned at IACC 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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AUGUST 1, 2020

While meetings professionals and the hospitality partners they work with have been understandably focused on the health and safety of event attendees since the appearance of the COVID-19 pandemic, both groups realize the continued importance of incorporating sustainability measures into those events, as well. Food & Beverage.

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MAY 12, 2023

The foundation for providing top-shelf catering was laid by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, who believed that catering services shouldn’t be mired in mass-produced batches of food in hot boxes and served in chafing dishes. that’s what we focus on, making sure that welcoming hospitality and personalization still comes through.”

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 27, 2024

This year’s report is further funded by Aramark Destinations , Pyramid Global Hospitality , Encore and Flik Hospitality Group & Rapport. However, a significant proportion of venues (around 35%) are considering expanding their use of AI to include menu planning, food waste management and guest services and food ordering.

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OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces.

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Attendees joined a sustainability 101 workshop and enjoyed an overnight stay at The Celtic Manor Resort, which is just a short walk away from the conference centre. Caleno Drinks, who specialise in alcohol-free alternative beverages, provided drinks samples during the FAM trip.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2023

As a result, the hospitality industry finds itself in the crux of an economic crisis and the need to offer guests truly incredible experiences that are supported by ever-evolving best practices has never been more essential. Energy costs and adopting more sustainable buildings is a huge challenge for the industry.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Trend #1: Cross-Cultural Dishes & Menus Food and beverage selections at events are becoming more cross-cultural. Trend #2: The Art of Food Plating Attendees expect more than good food from event dining experiences in 2024—they are also looking for how dishes and beverages are presented to them.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

This spirit is an indelible part of the city’s identity as it influences forward-thinking approaches to hospitality, technology, and sustainability. As the fifth-largest city in the country, Phoenix is leading the way in finding sustainable solutions for all industries. Footprint Center.

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DECEMBER 30, 2023

A quest to find sustainable event experts leads to an emerging wine region in California’s Central Coast It’s not your imagination. This is more than a sustainability moment for meetings. Food & Wine called the region the “Wild West” when it comes to wine production because of the creative approach to growing and blending.

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MAY 1, 2023

km downtown Toronto research park and health innovation hub, comprises 7 million square feet of facilities representing Canada’s largest concentration of hospitals, research institutes, business incubators, and venture capital organizations, along with the University of Toronto. The Discovery District , a 2.5

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

This recognition underscores the Club’s commitment to sustainability, environmental responsibility, and excellence in hospitality. The Gold award acknowledges the VSC’s efforts in various sustainability aspects, including waste reduction, energy conservation, water efficiency, and eco-friendly practices throughout its operations.

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JULY 5, 2023

The report surveys meeting planners from all over the world on their priorities for venue selection in a wealth of categories, including meeting space design, technology, food and beverage and social impact at small to midsize business events—the largest part of the industry overall, but also the most underreported.

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DECEMBER 22, 2023

Element Albuquerque Uptown While admiring the picturesque Sandia Mountains, guests at the new Element Albuquerque Uptown will enjoy the endless inspiration of the property’s nature-inspired, sustainable design. In partnership with Montclair Hospitality Group, the property will offer international dining concepts and a signature bar.

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AUGUST 16, 2018

You can conserve your energy and resources with these tips: Use napkins instead of disposable plates for “finger foods”. Donate floral arrangements and decorations to group homes, shelters, hospitals and schools after your event. Get in touch with a compostable food service for your food waste reduction. Food service.

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APRIL 22, 2024

Sustainable Luxury Sustainability is a topic constantly at the center of meetings and events industry conversation and it’s evolving as more than a trend to become a revolution of eco-friendly awareness in business standards of practice.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2019

It’s clear that our food systems will need to change — and change radically — if we are to safeguard the planet and feed a growing population. The good news is that new approaches, new partnerships, and new resolve — spurred on by the urgent threat food waste poses to the planet — are changing that. (Painting by Dennis Wojtkiewicz).

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EventMB

AUGUST 20, 2024

Put a Fine Point on Dining Few aspects of a meeting are as personal as the food and beverage experience. Local produce and reduced waste are key ingredients to a sustainable kitchen, but the most important aspect is the ability to cater to everyone’s needs.

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MAY 17, 2024

With unparalleled locations and amenities, outstanding perks for event planners and a focus on sustainability through Meet with Purpose, Hilton’s All-Inclusive resorts offer comprehensive packages catering to every event planner’s needs. When it comes to hosting successful events, Hilton All-Inclusive stands out as a premier choice.

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