Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad

F&B

Making the entire country proud for his exemplary contributions to the culinary world, Chef Montu Saini of India Tourism Development Corporation Ltd (ITDC) , former Executive Chef at President’s Secretariat, Rashtrapati Bhawan has been conferred with the prestigious French decoration “Officier du Mérite Agricole de la République Française” by Mr Guillaume GONEZ ( Ambassador of French Cuisine)  on behalf of the Hon’ble President of France Mr Emmanuel Macron on 23rd February 2023 at the Embassy of France, Shantipath, New Delhi. Chef Saini has dedicated this award to the farmers of India since cuisine is the ultimate celebration of the ingredients it uses.…

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Lemon Tree Hotels announced its latest signing, Lemon Tree Hotel, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The property is expected to be operational by December 2023 and shall be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary and the management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited.  This property will feature 47 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant, a banquet, a gym and other public areas. The Bhopal Airport is about 17 kms from the property while the Railway Station is just 6 kms. The property is connected by both public and private transport to all the major cities in India. With several water bodies…

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Adding to the existing wonder of Panchgani, Zuper Resorts has unveiled a new marvel in the region, which promises a refreshing experience for those looking to unwind and relax alongside nature, putting the hustle and bustle of the city behind them. This quiet haven, rightfully called ‘The Cliff,’ is ensconced among precipices, valleys, waterfalls and natural greenery that will prevent you from returning to your origins. Encompassing 41 rooms and four divisions, these are spacious IoT-featured facilities where technology has been used intelligently to help guests stay in utmost comfort. A temperature-controlled swimming pool enables you to unwind any time…

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Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd. announced its latest signing under Aurika Hotels & Resorts – Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels, with Aurika, Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh. Located on Kanda Road, the project is slated to open in November 2024. The property shall be operated by Carnation Hotels Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary and management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd. The property will feature 110 elegant rooms and suites, Mirasa – the all-day dining restaurant – Ariva – the bar – expansive banquet spaces spread over 3,000 sq. mtrs., and eclectic venues for private events and exclusive experiences. The recreational facilities will…

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Moët & Chandon has recenly unveiled its Grand Vintage 2015 in white and rosé – the House’s 76th vintage and 45th rosé vintage – made from grapes harvested in the late summer of 2015, characterized by ripeness and enveloping quality, and blended into champagnes of exceptional tenderness. “Each Grand Vintage is my interpretation of a specific year, and as such, it is unique and will only be seen once. The Grand Vintage is a chance to discover the originality of a particular year through my eyes. It is not a ‘summary’ of the year but rather my interpretation of what…

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Magnolia launches its fourth location in Bengaluru and fifth in India on 10th February 2023. The 1300 square feet store will be nestled inside the Forum Mall at Konanakunte in South Bangalore. Since it first opened its doors on Bleecker Street in NYC’s West Village in 1996, the brand has been delighting patrons with its freshly made small-batch desserts including its world-famous banana pudding, cupcakes, cakes and cheesecakes. First brought to India by Spago Foods in 2019, Magnolia Bakery has now expanded across Bengaluru and Hyderabad. The brand has its presence both domestically and globally with corporately-owned locations in New…

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Beam Suntory, a world leader in premium spirits, today announced 2022 full year results, with net sales up 10.5% year on year, representing 24% growth versus the pre-pandemic year of 2019. Premium brands grew 15% in 2022, and now represent more than half of the company’s Full Bottle Spirits sales for the first time ever. Ready-to Drink (RTD) brand sales grew 16% driven by performance in Japan, Australia and the US. “The quality of these results is clear and reflects our strategy to premiumize our spirits portfolio, build RTD leadership, and focus on value over volume,” said Albert Baladi, President…

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The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts launched the second pillar of their signature wellness programme – Aujasya by The Leela – “Renew – Mindfulness.” The programme has been curated in partnership with ThinkRight.me by JetSynthesys, India’s leading meditation and mindfulness platform guiding people to live a happy and balanced life. Inspired by the ancient Sanskrit word that describes “vigour of life”, Aujasya by The Leela is a wellness programme designed as an authentic and holistic journey. Built on the 2 Rs of wellbeing Restore- Food and Nutrition and Renew – Mindfulness, Aujasya aims at strengthening vitality or energy allowing…

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HSMAI India members convened on 15th February for an invigorating discussion on outlook for 2023 or Hotel industry in India. The event was co-partnered with Marriott International at JW Marriott, Juhu – Mumbai. HSMAI INDIA Power Up Breakfast series curate conversations with insights and informal discussions to derive value for our members. These are private conversations convened by HSMAI India where industry thought leaders share where they see opportunities in the future, collaborate to address current region specific issues and provide insights into some of the most pressing challenges ahead. The breakfast meeting on 15th February had a great start…

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Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata has announced the appointment of Manoj Jangid as their new Hotel Manager. With over twenty years of enriching industry experience, Manoj is a hospitality veteran and has an intrinsic understanding of hotel operations and guest aspirations. He would be responsible for looking after the strategic initiatives and overall operations of Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata with 182 keys and the banqueting facilities at Ozone Convention Centre. Manoj started his career in F&B operations and has experience both in curated fine dining spaces as well as large scale catering events. He has earned his repute working across multiple…

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