The opening of Pramod Lands End Resort, a member of Radisson Individuals in the presence of Radisson Hotel Group South Asia leadership team and Padma Eastern Hotels Pvt. Ltd.Capitalising on the growing potential of hidden gems in India, Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of its first hotel in Gopalpur, Odisha - Pramod Lands End...

Celebrity bartender Shingo Gokan says he wants to spend his time dedicated to the promotion of Japanese craft spirits and supporting his country's economy. For Shingo Gokan this is his second visit to India in a year. Both were at the invitation of Beam Suntory, and Gokan used his visits to explore the local food culture and ingredients. While he is a...

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the country’s leading hospitality association, is celebrating its 69th anniversary today. Founded in 1955 by the legendary M S Oberoi, FHRAI has grown into the world’s third-largest hospitality association. It boasts over 3200 direct members and represents 100,000 hotels and restaurants across India. FHRAI serves as...

(L to R) Ankur Raj, director of revenue; Ankita Palit, Crowne Meetings director; and Rajiv Vatsyayan, executive chef at the Crowne Plaza Greater NoidaThe Crowne Plaza Greater Noida announced the appointment of three new members to its leadership team. Ankur Raj joins as director of revenue; Ankita Palit as Crowne Meetings director; and Rajiv Vatsyayan...

Alco-bev company Diageo India (United Spirits Ltd), has launched a unique micro enterprise initiative to empower smallholder women farmers in Nashik. The initiative will initially enable 100 small holder women farmers with the skills and resources to tackle crop loss, food waste and ensure sustainable livelihood. In collaboration with Savitribai Phule Ekatma Samaj Mandal (SPMESM) as the implementing...

Arijit Bose (foreground) founder and creative director for Spirit Forward with his team at the Lavelle Road, Bengaluru outlet. Spirit Forward’s creative force, beverage specialist and bar consultant, Arijit Bose has been associated with some of India’s top bars. But Spirit Forward is something which is close to his heart. Bose spoke to ET...

The Dragonfly Kitchen & Bar Restaurant opens at Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi.The Dragonfly Kitchen & Bar Restaurant, located within Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi, has opened its doors to the city. This eco-conscious and health-focused Asian eatery combines the essence of fun and casual with a delightful touch of quirkiness and chic sophistication....

Minor Hotels aims to launch over 200 new locations worldwide within three years, revealing insights into its dynamic commercial strategy for 2024 and beyond.The target for new hotels would increase the group’s global portfolio by almost 40% from its current count of 540 properties, as well as adding more than 30,000 rooms to its present inventory of almost 80,000.The rapid acceleration of Minor’s...

Restaurant Brands Asia, which operates Burger King and Popeyes chains in India and Indonesia, reported a narrower third-quarter loss on Monday, boosted by strong sales in the festive season.The company's consolidated net loss narrowed to INR 361.8 (USD 4.4 million) in the three months ended Dec. 31, from INR 504.2 a year earlier.Nonetheless, this is the...

After the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Lord Ram at the Ayodhya temple, there has been a significant increase in tourist arrivals to the town. This surge has prompted increased investments in the hospitality sector, aimed at improving tourism potential and meeting the rising number of visitors. “In line with this trend, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on January 27 in the presence of...