Hot Chocolate Challenge gets underway –
Pumpkin-pie, smokey apple and black tea, frozen jaffa, and drinks incorporating kiwi classics such as moro bars, milo and Afghan biscuits are just some of the delicious flavors on offer for a limited time when the “Sweet As” Hutt’s Hot Chocolate Challenge™ gets underway. The Challenge, which began in 2015, involves local cafes putting forth a signature hot chocolate creation and customers voting for their favorite. Twenty hospitality operators including cafes, restaurants, pubs, a bakery, and a sweet shop in Lower Hutt’s City Centre, have created their own signature hot chocolate drinks for people to enjoy throughout the school holidays…
All You Need to Know about Bali Nightlife
Hello, welcome to Bali. Read on for everything you need to know about Bali nightlife. [Updated June 2023] Balinese nightlife is centered in the southern tourist areas of Seminyak, Canggu and Uluwatu. After that it is Ubud, Sanur and, once the king of Bali nightlife, but now coming in the way behind, Kuta. There is hope for a Kuta resurgence, but we’ll leave that for later. Kuta Kuta was the original party zone of Bali nightlife and the place that back packers, surfers and first time visitors invariably arrived for their first taste of Bali. Cheap accommodation, cheap beer and…
Farewell Gen Z let’s nourish Gen Alpha –
By Marisa Bidois, Chief Executive Officer of the Restaurant Association of New Zealand. Just as we are making careful considered decisions around how and where we spend our time and our money, so too are out customers. Some of the lifestyle changes triggered by the pandemic were temporary while others may have more staying power. In 2023 and beyond we find ourselves in a world where social interaction has dramatically changed and with accelerated adoption of technology. We are now also dealing with rising costs of living which is having an impact not only on discretionary spending but also on…
RateGain Empowers Virgin Voyages with Rate Intelligence
New Delhi, June 27, 2023: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), the leading SaaS (Software as a Service) provider for travel and hospitality, announced today that it has been selected by the North American-headquartered, Virgin Voyages to provide comprehensive Cruise Rate Intelligence data. Virgin Voyages, an innovative cruise line co-owned by the Virgin Group and Bain Capital, is redefining sea travel for the modern traveler set to enhance its competitive edge with the deployment of RateGain’s advanced data analytics and connectivity solutions. With the global cruise industry on the road to recovery and an expected influx of passengers in the coming…
An all-inclusive guide to restaurant branding
The food-service industry is both competitive and crowded; new establishments enter the market every day. In this environment, strong restaurant branding is a must. Well done, it can help your business stand out from the crowd and build customer loyalty. What is restaurant branding? Restaurant branding is the process of creating a recognizable identity for your restaurant. A great brand is both visual and experiential; it encompasses the different ways customers interact with the company. This includes visual components, such as your logo design, menu layout and signature colors, as well as big-picture elements, such as the brand voice and…
Busy start to Fine Food New Zealand –
New Zealand’s premier trade event for the hospitality, food retail and food service industries, Fine Food New Zealand, has opened on June 25 with visitors from throughout the country attracted to the more than 250 exhibitors, at the Auckland Showgrounds. Displays include the very latest commercial kitchen equipment available, local produce suppliers and IT software system professionals for restaurant bookings, to name just a few. A packed agenda over the three day event includes seminars, training and education, equipment and food demonstrations; the NZ Chefs Championships and Global Chefs Challenge plus the Restaurant Association of New Zealand’s ‘Hospo Hui’. The…
ARTBAT: The Ukrainian Electronic Music Duo Taking the Global Scene by Storm perform live in Bali next Sunday.
ARTBAT, the dynamic duo consisting of Artur and Batish, has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the world of electronic music. With their distinctive blend of melodic techno and deep house, ARTBAT has gained widespread acclaim and captivated audiences worldwide. Renowned for their exceptional talent and innovative sound, ARTBAT has made a significant impact through their releases on esteemed labels such as Diynamic, Afterlife, and Watergate Records. Notably, ARTBAT has showcased their prowess through mesmerizing live stream parties in extraordinary locations. Their performance atop Sugar Loaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, in collaboration with Cercle, captivated millions…