Briefing: A new era for hotel F&B?

After 187 years one of the London’s oldest hotel restaurants, Simpsons-in-the-Strand, part of The Savoy, could be closing according to The Londonist. This could indicate a shift in attitudes towards food and beverage in the industry. But while it may be the end for this traditional establishment other hotel brands are taking on more F&B projects and finding new ways to make them stand out. How integral are restaurants to a hotel experience? Our experts discuss the importance of F&B:

The Savoy is managed by Fairmont Hotel and Resorts and has six restaurants and bars. Simpsons-in-the-Strand offers a very traditionally British dining experience but may be bought and rebranded by another operator, according to the report.

On 16 January IHG acquired Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants for $430 million. Kimpton operates 71 hotel-based destination restaurants and bars. This is not the only area where IHG is showing an interest in F&B. IHG’s Hotel Indigo boutique brand has launched a new “food and drink philosophy” focusing on “Locally crafted” products. The brand is running a competition in the UK to find “Britain’s favourite local food artisan” and has celebrity chef Jimmy Doherty on the judging panel.

Finally, DoubleTree by Hilton has pulled in award winning chef Jean-Christophe Novelli for it’s new property in Liverpool, which opens in April this year.

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Briefing: a sustainable future for hospitality

Sustainable innovation is a phenomenon invading the consciousness of the hospitality industry. While it is not always a priority above profit margins and customer satisfaction we are seeing more integration of sustainable thinking within business strategy.

Sustainability includes making environmentally friendly adaptations within hotel design and providing economic sustainability by improving local relationships. Implementation of these ideas will give longevity to the industry. In this briefing we hear from a variety of professionals who are embracing the concept, including:

  • Denis Sorin, CEO of Mangalis Management Group on sustainable development in the hospitality industry

  • Margaret McMahon, Managing Director of Wimberly Interiors on sustainable design in hospitality

  • Amine Moukarzel, President of Golden Tulip Hotels on seeking out profit and sustainability for owners

  • Russel Sharpe, COO in the Hotel Division of Landmark Hospitality on biting the bullet on sustainability

 


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Briefing: the threat and opportunity of Online Travel Agents

Online travel agents have embraced the digital world as a new business platform. They have taken full advantage of the low costings, have shaken up the industry, and have forced prices down.

The efficient booking processes appeal to today’s time-strapped, bargain-hunting customers.  While this is a fantastic way for brands to distribute their product to a large market, there is a risk that appearing on OTA sites will reduce direct engagement with the hotel’s own online presence.

In this briefing we have expert discussion on the changing relationship between OTA’s and hoteliers. Comment from:

  • Amine Moukarzel, President of Golden Tulip Hotels on the vital role of online travel agents
  • Pascal Gauvin COO – India, Middle East & Africa of InterContinental Hotels Group with tips on managing the OTA relationship
  • Russel Sharpe, COO in the Hotel Division of Landmark Hospitality on OTAs being a necessary evil
  • Satyan Joshi, Industry Manager for travel at Google on the way hoteliers view the OTA footprint
 


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