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Jun 7

New Hotels.com Survey Reveals 10 Surprising Hotel Room Service Requests + In-Room Dining Trends

The most surprising room service orders? From blowfish and a yolk-only omelet to diet water––Hotels.com survey reveals new trends.

New Hotels.com Survey Reveals 10 Surprising Hotel Room Service Requests + In-Room Dining Trends

Apr 14

Shangri-La at The Shard, London’s new F&B Director, Ela Shehu on the Rise of Her Career

How do you end up running the food and beverage operations at the tallest hotel in London? We hear from Ela Shehu, the new F&B Director!

Shangri-La at The Shard, London’s new F&B Director, Ela Shehu on the Rise of Her Career

Apr 13, 2022

Forging her own legacy in F&B: Megan Gray Stromberg

With a career that spans historic saloons to the famed St. Regis in NYC, Megan is cutting a new path in F&B by putting mission first.

Forging her own legacy in F&B: Megan Gray Stromberg

Feb 11, 2022

Dishing Up New Five Star Dining: Leni Miras, F&B Operations Manager, The Beaumont

Leni has charted her own path from the Philippines to London, working her way up to head F&B operations for the five-star Beaumont Hotel.

Dishing Up New Five Star Dining: Leni Miras, F&B Operations Manager, The Beaumont

Dec 10, 2021

Oh Deer, All the 'Jingle' Ladies, and more Holiday Cocktails You Need Now

Ready for some holiday cheer? Festive cocktail recipes to get you in the spirit.

Oh Deer, All the 'Jingle' Ladies, and more Holiday Cocktails You Need Now

Dec 6, 2021

5 Tips for Hosting Events During COVID-19

We all need a little expert advice on holding events this holiday season, pro-planner Amy O'Keefe is here to help.

5 Tips for Hosting Events During COVID-19

Nov 20, 2021

Need Last-Minute Thanksgiving Recipes? Three Top Hotel Chefs Share Their Favorites

How has Thanksgiving come up so quickly? If you're in need of some make-ahead recipe inspo, we've got you covered!

Need Last-Minute Thanksgiving Recipes? Three Top Hotel Chefs Share Their Favorites

Nov 2, 2021

Five Trends Brewing in Coffee with Maria Cleaveland, North America Sales Director, Urnex Brands

Fresh from the world's largest coffee trade show, Host Milan, we chat with Maria to get the latest trends percolating with our favorite brew

Five Trends Brewing in Coffee with Maria Cleaveland, North America Sales Director, Urnex Brands

Oct 1, 2021

Mixing It Up: Anna Sebastian, Head of Brand, Served® Drinks

From handing out flyers and hosting club nights to managing bars at some of London’s finest hotels, Anna shares her career journey.

Aug 24, 2021

Three Delicious Books for Foodies

Three books by female authors to savour before the end of summer.

Jul 2, 2021

Hot Shot: Patricia Suero, Director of Social Catering, Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Miami

Army training, humanitarian missions, and assisting after a volcano eruption––have built the sharp skill set Patricia uses in events.

Hot Shot: Patricia Suero, Director of Social Catering, Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Miami

Jun 25, 2021

Carving Her Path: Maria Tampakis, Executive Chef, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown

Meet the only female chef with Four Seasons Hotels, who's worked for top chefs in London and NY, while raising her daughter.

Carving Her Path: Maria Tampakis, Executive Chef, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown

May 24, 2021

Icing on the Cake: Saeko Nemoto, Executive Pastry Chef, Boulud Sud Miami

Born in Japan, Saeko’s journey has taken her around the globe and her inventive desserts combine flavors of all the continents.

Icing on the Cake: Saeko Nemoto, Executive Pastry Chef, Boulud Sud Miami

May 18, 2021

Divine Spirit: Mariena Mercer Boarini, Mixologist, Wynn Las Vegas

Stirring it up this week with Las Vegas master mixologist Mairena who is pioneering molecular and experiential craft cocktails on the Strip.

Divine Spirit: Mariena Mercer Boarini, Mixologist, Wynn Las Vegas

May 11, 2021

Peace Corps to... Brunch? Anna Frumes, The Borland House Inn & Restaurant, New York

Owner/manager and chef...Anna's journey working in her parents’ diner, studying spiders, Peace Corps, and IR master's at Columbia, to food.

Peace Corps to... Brunch? Anna Frumes, The Borland House Inn & Restaurant, New York

May 4, 2021

Rising to the Top: Emma Watts, Pastry Sous Chef, Shangri-La Hotel, at The Shard, London

Le Cordon Bleu-trained Emma Watts shares the rise of her career, baking tips, and her favorite pavlova recipe in this week's F&Be column.

Rising to the Top: Emma Watts, Pastry Sous Chef, Shangri-La Hotel, at The Shard, London

Apr 27, 2021

Decanting the Secrets of a Top Sommelier: Melody Wong, The Carlton Tower Jumeirah

Melody Wong spills the secrets of being a top sommelier, she shares her career path and best wine tips.

Decanting the Secrets of a Top Sommelier: Melody Wong, The Carlton Tower Jumeirah

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