Author: HBI Staff | Mumbai
Plans to invest INR 400 crore over the next 4-5 years, aiming to double its room inventory in Tamil Nadu Sangu Chakra Hotels Pvt. Ltd. celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of excellence in hospitality. Founded in 1975 with Sangam Hotel in Trichy, the group expanded to Thanjavur (1995) and Madurai (2002), and ventured into heritage tourism in 2008 with the restoration of Chidambara Vilas in Karaikkudi. Now operating Courtyard by Marriott in Trichy and Madurai, the group offers global hospitality standards and is renowned for its blend of culture and heritage. The group plans a series of events…
Food Service India Pvt Ltd. (FSIPL), a prominent provider of ready-to-cook and processed food solutions for the HORECA (hotel, restaurant, catering) sector, has revealed plans to invest INR 100 crore by 2028 to meet the growing demand for its products. To boost its production capacity, FSIPL will add new lines to its existing facilities and establish additional ones. The company also plans to enhance its premium product offerings, catering to the rising consumer demand for high-end food items as incomes grow. This strategic move comes at a time when there is an increasing demand for ready-to-cook solutions, as restaurants, cloud…
Kolkata’s fine dining restaurants and cafes witnessed more than 20% increase in table occupancy during the Christmas-New Year week compared to the corresponding period last year, a top official of the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Eastern India said. “Throughout the week from Dec. 24-Jan. 1, footfall started from 11:30 a.m. and picked up pace from 2 p.m., continuing till 1 a.m. Even on weekdays, people waited for hours to get tables in prominent eateries in the cuisine hubs of Park Street, Sarat Bose Road, and elsewhere in the city, including shopping malls,” Hotel and Restaurant Association of Eastern India…
STAAH, a leading technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels across India over the past year. GoMMT retains its top spot from last year as the most preferred online booking channel by Indian travellers followed by Agoda and Booking.com. Wielding unmatched reach and budgets, these mega OTAs continue to influence every stage of trip planning and booking. Expedia and Airbnb continue to feature on the top 10 distribution channel list based on bookings via STAAH’s expansive 500+ integrations. While OTAs will remain a…
The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI recently held FSSAI’s Food Safety Supervisor Training in Advance Catering (FoSTaC) and Management Training Programme on December 23 at the Sofitel BKC in Mumbai. The training session, attended by 35 hospitality professionals, focused on crucial aspects such as food handling, hygiene, sanitation and waste management. Participants gained valuable, hands-on knowledge to implement robust food safety practices in their operations, thereby supporting industry standards. The event was inaugurated by Prof Praveen Andrews – Trainer, along with Chef Vividh Madhusudan Patil and Priyadarshani Swapnil Mule from Sofitel Mumbai BKC, as well as Kiran…
Goa’s Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant, rejected claims that the state’s tourism sector was suffering due to a decline in visitors. Highlighting that all hotels were fully booked, Sawant criticized social media influencers for spreading misinformation, stating that their claims of Goa being empty were misleading. “Some influencers keep saying on social media that tourists a are not coming to Goa and are going to other places. They are doing the wrong thing; they are giving a wrong message about Goa to the to the people. I also want to tell them that they should come and see the coastal sites…
Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa became the focal point for India’s 55th GST Council Meeting, held from December 20th to 22nd, blending luxury, culture, and hospitality. Hosted in collaboration with the Rajasthan Government, the event welcomed over 150 attendees, including Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari. The resort offered a grand traditional welcome, including floral petal showers, Rajasthani folk performances, and bespoke amenities that reflected Jaisalmer’s royal heritage. The culinary highlight was a specially crafted Rajasthani Thali for the Union Minister, featuring local delicacies like Dal Bati Churma and Ker Sangri. The event also featured…
Global music icon Lionel Richie, whose illustrious career has spanned decades, took to the stage at Atlantis, The Palm’s world-famous New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner, entertaining guests with his greatest hits and fan favorites on the biggest night of the year. Celebrated for his soulful voice and magnetic stage presence, Richie performed timeless classics including “Hello”, “All Night Long (All Night),” “Easy,” and “Brick House” along with many additional popular hits. Richie’s much-loved 60-minute set which saw him captivate audiences from all corners of the globe with his artistry on the grand piano, brought the house down in the run…
ITC Hotels expands its presence in the national capital as it announced the opening of a new Welcomhotel in Delhi, under the management contract. Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Delhi- Gurugram highway, Delhi will offer 81 rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, a bar and extensive banquet and meeting space of about 35,000 sq ft. Recreational facilities will include a swimming pool, fitness center and spa. Situated at a prized location with excellent visibility off the Delhi-Gurgaon highway and at the gateway of Gurugram’s corporate hub, Welcomhotel Delhi promises hospitality solutions for both business and leisure travel. With superior access, the hotel…
In a groundbreaking move for Nepal’s hospitality sector, Sarovar Hotels, in collaboration with The Massif Hotel, is proud to announce the signing of Royal Tulip Kathmandu, which will stand as both the largest hotel and the biggest MICE destination in Nepal. This hotel will be managed by Sarovar Hotels under Louvre Hotels Royal Tulip brand. Royal Tulip Kathmandu is set to redefine the hospitality landscape in Kathmandu. Strategically located on Ring Road, just 3.5 km from Tribhuvan International Airport, the hotel will feature a remarkable 304 rooms, making it the largest hotel in Nepal by room count. Designed with both…
