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Cardo, the all-new hospitality brand, debuts in the Eternal City with Cardo Roma, Autograph Collection

Anna Startin — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:35:18 +0000

Opening Q1 2024 The Italian capital welcomes Cardo Roma, Autograph Collection: the inaugural property from a new lifestyle brand that merges business with pleasure. Elevated design, vibrant dining venues and innovative meeting and wellness spaces pay homage to Rome’s rich culture and the hotel’s motto, “A symbol of future nostalgia”. Set to open in early 2024, Cardo Roma, Autograph Collection is the debut property from Cardo Hotels. Joining Autograph Collection Hotels – the diverse and dynamic portfolio of distinctive hotels from Marriott Bonvoy – the resort is situated in Rome’s bustling Esposizione Universale Roma (EUR) district. Originally designed by famed architect Lucio Passarelli, the extensively renovated hotel will feature 324 guestrooms and suites, offering inventive business and leisure facilities. The result is a creative hub for travellers seeking individual, inspiring workspaces as well as meaningful experiences that connect them to the culture of their destination city. Nicolas Romero Oneto, Head of Cardo Hotels, explains the inspiration behind the brand’s name. “The cardo was a north-south oriented street in Roman cities, the central point of economic life, embodying a lively and energetic vision that inspired our new, all-encompassing hospitality concept. Cardo hotels uniquely adapt to the aesthetics and culture of their [...]

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Mimosa to Launch at The Langham, London

Anna Startin — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:02:30 +0000

New Restaurant from Moma Group to Bring the Spirit of the Riviera to the Central London Hotel In early 2024, the famous French restaurant, Mimosa, will open at The Langham, London, with Moma Group bringing the flavours and spirit of the French Riviera to one of the Capital’s finest luxury addresses. Ever since its launch in Paris in 2021, Mimosa has captivated guests by bringing a sense of the nature, pleasure, and sun of the Mediterranean to diners. Mimosa London will be the first international outpost of Mimosa and will be an ode to the produce and heritage of France, and to a joyful, relaxed way of life, with Mediterranean-inspired menus by chef Jean-François Piège, and whimsical interiors. From Paris to London, Mimosa sets its anchor in historical buildings; Hotel de La Marine in Paris and The Langham in London. Stefan Soennichsen, Managing Director of The Langham, London, comments: “With Mimosa London, we have the opportunity to work with one of France’s greatest restaurants, to bring the spirit of the Riviera to our central London hotel, and we can’t wait to introduce both hotel guests and diners from across London to the restaurant.” Benjamin Patou, Founder & CEO Moma Group, [...]

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Indulge In A Royal Breakfast Spread And Dinner At Dubai’s Newest Gourmet Dining Hall, Gastronomy

Jade — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:16:52 +0000

Gastronomy, the latest jewel in Atlantis The Royal’s culinary crown, invites guests to embark on the ultimate journey around the world with its daily breakfast and dinner service set to launch on 28th September. Inspired by the vibrant atmosphere of a bustling food market, Gastronomy at Atlantis The Royal, will set a new standard in culinary excellence, offering an unrivalled journey through global cuisine with its daily breakfast and new dinner service set to launch on 28th September. With 17 live cooking stations, four bars and an enticing array of over 100 delectable dishes, Gastronomy, Dubai’s newest gourmet dining hall, will take diners on a culinary journey like no other. From beloved Western classics to exotic Southeast Asian delicacies and mouthwatering Arabic fare, this extraordinary dining destination caters to diverse palates. Guests will be able to enjoy breakfast at AED 235 per person, while dinner, a true feast for the senses, will be AED 325 per person. Nestled on the first floor of the most ultra-luxury experiential resort in the world, Gastronomy offers panoramic views of the stunning Palm Island and Dubai Marina from the 320-cover terrace. What sets Gastronomy apart is its unique chef’s table concept, wrapping the kitchen and action stations [...]

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Searcys to open a Champagne Bar in Battersea Power Station

Jade — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:44:43 +0000

British restaurateur Searcys is set to open a new champagne bar in the heart of Battersea Power Station this October. Following on from the success of its vintage Rolls Royce Champagne Coupé pop-up, the Searcys Champagne Bar will be located on Level 1 in the Power Station’s Art Deco Turbine Hall A, next to the Food Arcade and Lift 109, serving an extensive list of champagne and English sparkling wine, paired with small bites and seafood platters. Opening on Wednesday 18th October, the 76-cover bar and dining space will feature a mix of plush, deep blue velvet seating with polished brass detailing, a 15-cover marble-topped bar and a semi-private recessed booth, available to book for up to 10 guests. Bright and airy with floor-to-ceiling windows, the Champagne bar walls will be adorned with three bespoke pieces of art by celebrated artist, Kristjana Williams, specially commissioned by Searcys to capture the London landscape with the company’s signature twist. Experts in champagne, the spotlight will be on Searcys’ extensive selection of champagne and English sparkling wine, with brass ‘Press for Champagne’ buzzers at each table – inspired by the original buzzers at sister site, Searcys Champagne Bar at St Pancras [...]

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WALDORF ASTORIA MAKES ITS DEBUT IN EGYPT AND THE AFRICAN CONTINENT

Jade — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 13:27:24 +0000

The opening of Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis brings world-class hospitality and unforgettable experiences to the vibrant city of Cairo Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, one of Hilton’s (NYSE: HLT) iconic luxury hotel brands, today announced its expansion into Egypt and the African continent with the opening of Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis. The elegant hotel brings a welcoming atmosphere, unforgettable experiences, and seamless, personalised service to the Egyptian capital, providing a tranquil oasis, complete with beautiful botanical gardens, for guests to unwind away from the bustling streets of the city. Perfectly located in the ancient city of Heliopolis, Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis is close to Egypt’s main presidential palace, with must-see spots like Downtown Cairo, Khan El Khalili Bazaar and the highly anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum all easily accessible from the hotel. The up-and-coming New Administrative Capital, a new urban community home to government, residential, business and cultural districts, is also within convenient reach from the hotel. A blend of modern elegance and local authenticity, the hotel features 252 luxurious and contemporary deluxe rooms and suites. Four exquisite restaurants and bars invite guests on a journey of discovery, whilst best-in-class facilities include a Waldorf Astoria Spa and stunning event spaces. Simon [...]

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FINE DINING RESTAURANT LONDON STOCK TO OPEN IN MAYFAIR

Jade — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 09:18:08 +0000

Fine dining restaurant London Stock has announced it will be unveiling its new home in the heart of Mayfair, opening on Wednesday 4th October. This is the first restaurant founded by Le Cordon Bleu-trained Assem Abdel Hady and Andres Bernal, which originally opened in Wandsworth in January 2020, with the aim of redefining the traditional fine dining experience. Aside from their stunning seasonal 8-course tasting menu (£85), the restaurant offers an à la carte 3-course lunch (£40), and then a 3-course pre-theatre menu (£50) and 4-course set menu (£60) in the evening, to emphasise the restaurant’s ethos to create an approachable, yet luxurious fine dining atmosphere. Since establishing itself on the South London food scene since its genesis, the kitchen is run by Head Chef Sebastian Rast, previously of Above at HIDE. Rast prides himself on pushing the boundaries of culinary creativity – each dish he creates combines elegant, modern European flavours with avant-garde global cooking techniques which reflect the multicultural melting pot of London as a city. London Stock is committed to cooking sustainably through striving towards a zero-waste kitchen and using only the highest quality, fresh produce which accentuates the team’s passion for excellence. With a flexible, ever-changing [...]

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Joël Robuchon International relaunches Mayfair site as L’Atelier Robuchon with Andrea Cofini at the helm

Jade — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 09:22:32 +0000

The Joël Robuchon International group has announced it will be relaunching its Mayfair restaurant as L’Atelier Robuchon London on Friday 15th September. The restaurant will be a counterpart to the starred international L’Ateliers; Hong Kong***, Miami**, Taipei**, Las Vegas* and Geneva*. The relaunch is spearheaded by Executive Chef Andrea Cofini who joined the Robuchon brand in 2014, serving at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon** in Paris and more recently, Robuchon Shanghai**. Cofini has worked alongside Group Executive Chef David Alves to ensure L’Atelier Robuchon London adheres to the group’s incredibly high standards. On the menu, L’Atelier Robuchon London will celebrate some of the legendary Robuchon classics, from the much-revered Purée de Pomme de Terre (often described as the best mashed potatoes in the world thanks to the 2:1 potato to butter ratio), the Sea Bream Carpaccio – simply dressed with lemon and chive, to Quail with Foie Gras, all made using the incredible supply chain the group gained its initial success with. Cofini’s influence is felt in the regularly-changing modern and elevated additions to the menu, bringing his experience working across the globe to create elegant plates with accents of Asian flavours. For Robuchon, provenance and quality of ingredients is [...]

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LAVO opens at The BoTree in September

Jade — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:24:31 +0000

The coastal Italian eatery will debut along with The BoTree Bar The London incarnation of LAVO, an Italian restaurant from Tao Group Hospitality, will open in September at The BoTree. Serving lunch and dinner, LAVO joins Tao Group Hospitality’s renowned London portfolio, which boasts the prestigious Michelin-starred Hakkasan at Hanway Place and Mayfair, as well as Yauatcha, the acclaimed Cantonese dim-sum tea house with sites in Soho and the City. The menu, created by the group’s Chief Culinary Officer Ralph Scamardella, will be executed by Culinary Director Stefano Lorenzini. Hailing from San Severino Marche in Italy, Chef Stefano has over 24 years of experience in the culinary world, working at venues such as Santini, Cecconi’s Mayfair, Shoreditch House, and ME London Hotel before moving to New York and becoming Executive Chef for Tao Group. Signature dishes include fresh homemade pasta such as Tagliatelle al Limone infused with marjoram, sweet butter and Kaluga caviar, whole grain, single-source flour pizzas, a showstopper Wagyu meatball topped with whipped ricotta, a delicate Salt-baked mediterranean seabass and an indulgent 20-Layer Chocolate Cake. The cocktail program features dramatic iterations of classics and bold signature drinks, such as the LAVO Negroni, which allows guests to put their own twist on an iconic tipple alongside a curated wine offering, [...]

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Daroco the Franco-Italian dining destination is bringing its renowned offbeat Parisian chic and sunny Italian generosity to Soho, London

Jade — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:22:47 +0000

Following a wealth of success in Paris, with two thriving restaurants and a cocktail bar located in the 2nd and 16th arrondissements of Paris, Daroco – the Franco-Italian dining destination – is bringing its renowned offbeat Parisian chic and sunny Italian generosity to Soho, London, this Autumn. In September 2023 the three Founders, Alexandre Giesbert, Julien Ross, and Nico de Soto will launch DAROCO Soho serving astonishing Italian fare in a modern trattoria environment. Everything on the menu will be home-made, from pasta to pizza; bread to ice-cream, with ingredients lovingly sourced from the depths of Calabria to the heights of Emilia-Romagna. Designed with a sharing experience at its heart, the menu features pizzas with Baroque names and a sublime crust, gourmet creations such as caponakchouka (a joyous cross between an Italian caponata and shakshuka), or Pappardelle with red wine venison ragu and timeless classics including a wealth of antipasti, Vitello Tonnato (a symbolic dish from Northern Italy with thinly sliced veal topped with a creamy tuna sauce), black truffle linguine and excellent tiramisu. Located to the east of Soho, DAROCO Soho will serve guests from a spacious restaurant area, an outdoor terrace (launching later in the year), and its [...]

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NOBU HOTEL LONDON SHOREDITCH SET TO OPEN NEW NOBU SHOREDITCH BAR & TERRACE

Jade — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 10:07:39 +0000

Serving up signature Nobu dishes, innovative small plates & sushi, alongside epic crafted cocktails, the new East London hotspot is sure to impress Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch (www.london-shoreditch.nobuhotels.com), the iconic lifestyle hotel in East London, is opening a brand-new destination bar, Nobu Shoreditch Bar & Terrace. Situated at the entrance of Nobu Restaurant Shoreditch, the cool hangout is the ideal spot to grab a post-work cocktail, or enjoy world renowned Nobu signature dishes, small plates and sushi in a relaxed setting. Open to the public now, the space boasts cool interiors, Japanese artworks and a carefully curated menu of cocktails. Ideal for the summer, the space maps out onto a gorgeous alfresco sunken garden terrace. With four intricate levels flanked with comfortable, refined seating, Nobu Shoreditch Bar & Terrace will welcome guests to catch the summer rays in style. The landscaped garden creates an intimate yet dynamic space to enjoy drinks and light bites, and the Nobu team is working alongside an exclusive designer to create a bespoke installation and décor for the terrace, planned to launch in the coming weeks. The creative cocktail menu spans robust and diverse options, suitable for all tastes. The Yuzu & Apple Martini is [...]

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