Airbnb Launches Campaign to Support Domestic Travel & Local Economic Growth

Key Take Away

The initiatives come as the travel industry takes initial steps to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This work includes a series of partnerships with destination marketing organizations to help these organizations use the Airbnb platform to support local economic development. 

Partnering with local communities to promote travel and economic growth

We are working with governments and tourism agencies to help support responsible and safe travel that benefits local citizens and small businesses.

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In a survey commissioned by Airbnb, nearly half of US respondents said they will prefer to stay within a day’s drive for their first trip once lockdown restrictions lift.

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news.airbnb.com/airbnb-launches-campaign-to-support-domestic-travel-local-economic-growth/

Chef Parimal Sawant joins Meluha, The Fern an Ecotel Hotel, Mumbai as the Director Culinary

Key Take Away

Chef Parimal Sawant has joined Meluha, The Fern an Ecotel Hotel, Mumbai as the Director Culinary.  In his current role, he will be leading a team of chefs from Meluha, The Fern, and Rodas, an Ecotel hotel in Mumbai.

He has been working in the kitchen for the last 25 years and has worked with some of the best Indian and international brands. His areas of expertise include Food preparation, Planning menus, Cost control, etc.

For Information Click Below :

www.hotelierindia.com/operations/11203-chef-parimal-sawant-joins-meluha-the-fern-an-ecotel-hotel-mumbai-as-the-director-culinary

Delhi: 40 hotels, 80 banquet halls to be converted to COVID-19 facilities with 20K more beds

Key Take Away

The Delhi government has directed district magistrates and other officials concerned to set up nearly 20,000 more beds in the wake of a spurt in COVID-19 cases in the national capital.

According to the official, around 40 hotels and 80 banquet halls will be converted into health facilities to provide medical care to coronavirus-infected people.

 Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had said that Delhi would need 1.5 lakh beds by July 31 if people from other states start coming to the national capital for treatment.

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www.livemint.com/news/india/delhi-40-hotels-80-banquet-halls-to-be-converted-to-covid-19-facilities-with-20k-more-beds-11592147122898.html

Worldwise: Pastry Chef Cathrine Nilsen’s Favorite Things—In and Out of the Kitchen

Key Take Away

Nilsen, 45, was smitten with baking from a young age, thanks to a mother who regularly made-from-scratch desserts at home. In the kitchen, Nilsen’s earliest memories are of “my mom letting me lick off the leftovers from her bowl.” When she was 16, Nilsen helped out at a bakery, the experience leaving her even more hooked on sweets and inspired to attend pastry school in Denmark.

At Britannia Hotel, Nilsen’s passion for pastry translates to such creations as an ethereal omelette norvégienne—the Scandinavian version of Baked Alaska—or the potet, a melange of marzipan, vanilla cream, sponge cake, and raspberries

Prior to Britannia Hotel, Nilsen, a former member of the Norwegian National Pastry team, worked at the high-end Hotel Continental in Oslo and Hotel D’Angleterre in Copenhagen

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www.barrons.com/articles/worldwise-pastry-chef-cathrine-nilsens-favorite-thingsin-and-out-of-the-kitchen-01591803020

Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email Tripadvisor Study Outlines Five-Stage Hospitality Recovery

Key Take Away

Tripadvisor’s latest study, “Beyond COVID-19: The Road to Recovery for the Travel Industry,” outlines a five-stage recovery for the travel and hospitality industry: Decline, Plateau, Emerge, Domestic Travel, and finally, a return to International Travel.

The study shows the world is still hungry for travel: More than two-thirds of travelers (68%) reported they were already thinking about where they want to go next.

Tripadvisor also suggests that operators “throw out the rule book,” and adopt a test and learn approach. 

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www.hotelbusiness.com/tripadvisor-study-outlines-5-stage-hospitality-recovery/

Rémy Cointreau offers free training to hospitality workers

Key Take Away

The French spirits group launched the training sessions in response to the “unprecedented difficulties currently faced by the hospitality industry around the world”.

They are designed to help bar staff boost their skills while unemployed or furloughed.Courses cover a broad range of subjects, including bartending skills, food preparation

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drinksint.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/8900/R_E9my_Cointreau_offers_free_training_to_hospitality_workers.html

At Least Half of Pubs Will Never Reopen After COVID-19, U.K. Hospitality Union Says

Key Take Away

The U.K. hospitality industry is worth about £100 billion ($127.7 billion) to the British economy or, more accurately, it was before COVID-19 hit.

The schedule for reopening bars and restaurants is different depending on the country within the U.K. In Scotland and Wales, no firm date has been given, July 20 is the date in Northern Ireland and in England, it gets even more complicated.

Fast-food restaurant chain LEON has been running a "Feed Britain" campaign, for example, where food boxes can be ordered for delivery, and other restaurants are relying on delivery services Deliveroo or Uber Eats.

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www.newsweek.com/pubs-never-reopen-covid-19-uk-hospitality-union-1509784

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Campus Reopening: EHL Becomes the World’s Best-Equipped Hospitality School for a Digital Future

key Take Away

After two months of campus closure and confinement, EHL Group announces the reopening of its campuses

In order to ensure the best conditions for the return to the campus, the School has put in place a complete disinfection plan and has reviewed all its teaching methods, technologies, and on-site facilities.

 In total, more than 7,000 hours of courses have been given online since the beginning of the containment, with close to a hundred professors who had to switch their entire programs to distance learning in just a few days.

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indiaeducationdiary.in/campus-reopening-ehl-becomes-the-worlds-best-equipped-hospitality-school-for-a-digital-future/

IL Tornabuoni: New Luxury Hotel Set To Open In Florence

Key Take Away

In Florence—one of the country’s major tourism meccas—a brand-new, five-star property will be welcoming guests for the first time in September 2020.

The new IL Tornabuoni hotel, housed in one of the oldest palazzos in the heart of the city’s historic center, will offer 62 newly renovated rooms and suites

How will IL Tornabuoni differentiate itself from other 5-star properties in Florence? 

We will focus on providing attentive and authentic service, making sure that each guest’s stay—as well as their experiences in Florence— is memorable.  

When will the property begin taking reservations? 

 September 2020 is coming! Bookings are already open and we are ready to take reservations. Stay tuned!

For More Information

www.forbes.com/sites/irenelevine/2020/06/10/il-tornabuoni-new-five-star-luxury-hotel-set-to-open-in-florence-italy/#77f71be36ea0

Cambria opens new Hotel in Madeira Beach

Key Take Away

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, has opened the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg–Madeira Beach Marina.

The Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg–Madeira Beach Marina was developed by Madeira Hotel Investors, LLC. It's the third Cambria Hotel in Florida, with others in Fort Lauderdale and Miami. The company also is participating in "Commitment to Clean," Choice Hotels' holistic approach.

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stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/cambria-opens-new-hotel-in-madeira-beach/

NRAI launches New Chapter in Chandigarh, appoints Sunveer Sondhi as the Head

Key Take Away

National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) represents the interests of 500000+ restaurants across India. The Indian Restaurant Industry’s leading Association India launches New Chapter in Chandigarh and appoints Sunveer Sondhi as the Head of NRAI Chandigarh Chapter

Commenting on his new role as Head of NRAI’s Chandigarh Chapter, He said, “It is my honour to take up the responsibility as the Head of NRAI Chandigarh Chapter. “

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bwhotelier.businessworld.in/article/NRAI-launches-New-Chapter-in-Chandigarh-appoints-Sunveer-Sondhi-as-the-Head-/03-06-2020-194118/

Sri Lanka to open Borders for Tourists on 1st August with 100$ Visa Fee, Minimum 5 Days Stay and COVID Test on Arrival

Key Take Away

From August 1, 2020, the following airports; Bandaranaike International Airport [BIA], Colombo Ratmalana Airport [RMA], and Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport [MRIA] will resume operations to greet tourist arrivals.

According to visa procedures, all travelers will require a valid visa; this will be issued for 30 days and extendable for up to 6 months after arrival. Tourists are required to stay a minimum of 5-nights in Sri Lanka. Travelers staying for more than 10 days will be required to take a third test during their stay. 

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One fine meal: Chef Tarun Sibal talks about the future of restaurants and the culinary industry after the lockdown

Key Take Away

With 18 years of experience behind him, Tarun is a product specialist with core competence in the food and beverage category, across production, operations, formats, food heritage, and food and liquid culture.  

Tell us about your culinary journey?

I started my culinary journey in the year 2000 at IHM Pusa Delhi. The three major milestones of the first phase of my professional life were being an Industrial trainee at the Oberoi, a Management trainee with the Habitat World, and a Sous Chef in 2006.

Finally, 2019 saw the birth of “TITLIE” Culinary Bar in Vagator Goa, based on collaborative cuisine and my most prestigious product so far, TitlIe opened to packed houses and got unprecedented love from the audience. 

How have you managed your restaurants during the lockdown? What has happened to the restaurant industry as a whole?

The first step for us was to safeguard the interest of our employees and staff members.

What were some of your culinary initiatives during the lockdown?

​​We started a massive training drive for almost 100 of our staff members and food handlers covering Hygiene and Safety protocols

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yourstory.com/weekender/chef-tarun-sibal-one-fine-meal-titlie-restaurants

Hospitality industry calls for two-metre social distancing rule to be halved

Key Take Away

Actioning advice from the World Health Organisation to use one meter for social distancing from July would enable many more pubs to viably reopen and serve their communities again.

UK Hospitality Chief Executive Kate Nicholls told BBC Radio 4'sToday program: "At two meters you are receiving 30 percent of your normal revenues, at one meter it gets up to 70 percent - so it is the difference between success and failure for many of those businesses.

The reopening of venues is expected to begin from July 4 in England and the Government is expected to publish its guidelines

For More Information

www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1292492/coronavirus-lockdown-two-metre-social-distancing-halved-hospitality-industry

Goa, Gujarat and Chandigarh leads FSSAI's State Food Safety Index

Key Take Away

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), recently released the results of the second State Food Safety Index to celebrate World Food Safety Day during a webinar.

The State Food Safety Index ranks states on five parameters of food safety through a rigorous evaluation process every year. This year, among the larger states, Gujarat was the top-ranking state, followed by
Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.

On this occasion, FSSAI also released an E-handbook on “Eat Right during COVID-19” for citizens. An updated detailed guidance note ‘Food Hygiene and Safety Guidelines for Food Businesses during COVID-19 pandemic’ was released. 

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www.hotelierindia.com/fb/11137-goa-gujarat-and-chandigarh-leads-fssais-state-food-safety-index

NCHM JEE 2020 postponed; NTA to announce new dates for Hotel Management entrance exam soon

Key Take Away

National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination or NCHM JEE 2020  were scheduled to be conducted on June 22 after it was deferred. Initially, the NCHM JEE 2020 was supposed to be held on May 5. The entrance exam dates were postponed twice by National Testing Agency (NTA) in the wake of the coronavirus situation in the country. 

As per the official notification, the NCHM JEE 2020 Admit Cards will be released 15 days prior to the date of examination on the official websites -- nta.ac.in or nchmjee.nta.nic.in.

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www.indiatvnews.com/education/news-nchm-jee-2020-postpone-nta-hotel-management-entrance-exam-new-dates-624294

18 percent restaurants may not restart post lockdown

Key Take Away

Post COVID-19, it is estimated that 18 percent of single-unit restaurants are likely to shut down between May and July and another 12-15 percent of restaurants will be part of the second round of closure between September and December

As per the report, in the financial year 2019-20, the year that ended in March 2020, only 19% outlets delivered an EBITDA of 10% or more, "half of our universe was negative"

It is important to understand the income-pool that restaurants serve. Drive-Throughs are now a lifeline for fast-food chains.

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english.mathrubhumi.com/food/people/18-per-cent-restaurants-may-not-restart-post-lockdown-report-1.4812505

Hospitality sector alarmed by orders from state authorities, not getting paid for services rendered

Key Take Away

The hospitality industry has raised concerns about 'high-handed' state government orders to requisition hotels as quarantine or treatment centers, and hoteliers not being compensated for the services offered through the lockdown.
On May 29, the Delhi government requisitioned five hotels through an order to convert them into extended Covid-19 hospitals, a move that took hoteliers by surprise.

The court directed the government to appoint an expert committee to examine the issue and to deal with the petitioner's representation. The matter stands adjourned to June 9.

The head of a hotel chain said his entire hotel has been taken over by state authorities in Madhya Pradesh and he had not been paid.

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economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/hotels-/-restaurants/hotels-as-quarantine-facilities-for-coronavirus-patients-hospitality-sector-alarmed-by-state-orders/articleshow/76202953.cms

‘My Shimla Hotel Is Ghosted, No Respite For Industry in Unlock 1’

Key Take Away

The Himachal government has asked hotels to open from 8 June but only for locals within Himachal state business travel. No tourists are allowed to enter Himachal Pradesh or be entertained in hotels.

Children below 10 and people above 65 will not be allowed into the state. The cost of compliance with the new SOP norms by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is huge.

 The unified representation of 18 hotel associations of Himachal Pradesh has conveyed to the state government that they will not open till end-August or September.

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www.thequint.com/my-report/coronavirus-impact-tourism-industry-losses-shimla-himachal-pradesh

Finalists for The Young National Chef of the Year revealed

Key Take Away

Due to the ongoing situation with COVID-19, the selection process has had to be tweaked for this year. The Craft Guild of Chefs has revealed ten talented young chefs who have been selected to compete in the Young National Chef of the Year final this autumn.

Head judge, Hrishikesh Desai, and organizer of the competition, David Mulcahy have handpicked the finalists based on recommendations from industry experts. All finalists will be invited to an online webinar to chat with David and Hrishikesh about the competition and also to connect with each other.

The criteria for the final will be announced at the end of June but will have a special focus on sustainability.

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www.boutiquehotelier.com/finalists-for-the-young-national-chef-of-the-year-revealed/