Mövenpick Hotel Colombo welcomes Roshan Perera as General Manager

Mövenpick Hotel Colombo welcomed Roshan Perera as their new General Manager on the 15th of December 2020. Roshan started his career as a trainee in 1986, at the InterContinental Hotels Group, after which he worked for leading hotel companies such as Lanka Leisure Management Services (Pvt Ltd), Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces, The Blue Water where he served as the General Manager for 4 years and then as the Chief Executive Officer for the group, Union Resorts Ltd while he continued to serve as the General Manager of The Blue Water totalling nearly 12 years of his career.

Roshan’s most recently served as the Chief Executive Officer of Laufgs Leisure Limited, managing Anantaya Resort and Spas & Silk Trails by Laufgs Leisure. A veteran in the leisure sector, holding senior positions for over 30 years, Roshan joins Mövenpick Hotel Colombo, an award-winning property, bringing a wealth of knowledge with a focus on strategic management, F&B, leadership and marketing.

“Mövenpick Hotel Colombo is a unique property, that has gained a strong position in the market in the last 4 years and I am truly happy to be a part of this international chain to continue on this success and work together with this energetic team” said Perera on his new appointment. He further added “although this year has been quite unprecedented, I have no doubt that, together, we have many positive things to look forward to and Mövenpick reflects energy and optimism”.

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Hilton at Home: Create an Unforgettable Valentine’s Day with These Six Delicious Dishes from Hotels Around the World

Dining at home this Valentine’s Day? Six of our Hilton chefs—from Auckland to Edinburgh, and everywhere in-between—are sharing their most romantic recipes so that you can create an unforgettable dining experience at home. Read on and get ready to delight your loved one with a special dish at breakfast, lunch, dinner—or, of course, dessert.

1. Romantic (Eggs) Royale – from Biagio Zapparrata, senior chef de partie, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian

In honor of the famous Eggs Benedict dish that was first created by Waldorf Astoria New York; over in Scotland, guests of Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian enjoy a Scottish twist on the recipe with the addition of beautiful Scottish Smoked Salmon. Eggs Royale makes for the perfect romantic breakfast, guaranteed to impress your special someone on Valentine’s morning.

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Lybra Announces the Completion of a Two-Way Integration Between Lybra’s Assistant RMS & GP Dati’s Scrigno PMS

Rome, Italy – Lybra, developer of the Assistant, the most complete, machine learning, demand-centric revenue management system (RMS), is proud to announce a two-way integration with GP Dati’s Scrigno PMS, a leading web-based, cloud suite of module-based hotel management solutions, designed to manage all the strategic areas of the hotel, including operational departments (front office, meeting, housekeeping, food & beverage, etc.) sales, revenue management, marketing and administration. Both companies are, at least in part, owned by an Italian-based software development company – and a leader in the European technology industry, Zucchetti Hospitality.

Because of the new, two-way integration, Scrigno PMS reservations data will be integrated into Lybra’s Assistant, enabling the RMS to seamlessly and automatically provide Scrigno PMS with the most accurate real-time room rates, as market conditions change. This integration makes it quicker and easier than ever for customers with both solutions to increase their bookings and revenue, eliminating manual data entry and pricing updates.

Unlike traditional RMS which rely primarily on historical data (in establishing room rates), Lybra’s Assistant RMS prioritizes market data, flight search data – which is a strong indicator of travel intent, and competitor data, enabling the RMS to accurately forecast the real-time travel demand that will be coming to a property’s destination, and offer the most accurate pricing recommendations possible, even during the ongoing pandemic.

Now, the partnership with GP Dati makes Lybra’s Assistant RMS even more powerful. In addition to the traditional PMS functionality, Scrigno PMS monitors hotel’s key performance metrics – including occupancy, RevPAR, bed night/room night, etc. – and sales trends, in order to identify a property’s necessary business improvement strategies. By pinpointing the places where a property can improve their operational performance using Scrigno and identifying actionable recommendations to improve revenue management challenges through the Assistant RMS, hotels now have all of the information that they need to make significant improvements to their hotel sales, revenue and operations – with pricing and reservations data moving automatically between the two systems to make hotels’ operational processes completely hands-free.

“In today’s travel market, where (almost) all markets are experiencing unprecedented, depressed demand due to the ongoing pandemic, hoteliers need to update their revenue management strategy; real-time, hotel forecasting data is the key to success in today’s uncertain market,” said Fulvio Giannetti, CEO & Head of Data Science at Lybra. “Effective forecasting of future hotel demand – and then setting hotel room rates based upon that data, is the best way for hotels to price their room competitively, and capture the most hotel bookings possible, out of the limited number coming to their destination. Lybra’s Assistant is the only RMS on the market that offers next-generation forecasting capabilities and, in combination with the two-way integration with a property’s Scrigno PMS, hotels now have the opportunity to act more quickly and proactively, before their competition does, and become more profitable, no matter how the pandemic affects demand.”

“The combination of these two solutions is a powerful one for hotels worldwide,” said Giuseppe Pellegrini, CEO at GP Dati. “Due to the ongoing effects of the pandemic, many hotels are re-opening their doors with less staff, who are still required to execute their jobs at peak performance; to improve operations and meet – or exceed – guests’ expectations with less staff, integration between internal systems is key to increase efficiency and minimize manual intervention. Of course, two of the biggest and most time-consuming parts of running a hotel is revenue management and reservations management, so this integration makes it possible to make a property’s processes more efficient and execution of daily operations quicker, giving hotel staff more time to spend on non-automated tasks, like providing each-and-every guest with the best possible travel experience.”

To learn more about the partnership, about Lybra or the company’s Assistant RMS, please contact Jennifer Nagy at any time: jennifer.nagy@lybra.tech or +1.786.420.1160.

 About GP Dati

GP Dati Hotel Service SpA is the Italian Venice-based leading software house specialized in property management systems for the top-tier of the hotel industry since 1981. It offers solutions for all operational needs: front office, marketing, revenue management, online sales, F&B, purchases, administration. GP Dati’s flagship product is Scrigno Suite, a multi-property Hospitality Management Suite cloud and PCI-DSS compliant ideal for hotel chains, resorts, camping villages and hotels.

In 2017 it joined the Zucchetti Group, the largest italian Information Technology Group in Europe. 

To learn more about GP Dati, visit www.gpdati.com/en

About Lybra (Formerly Lybra.Tech)

Lybra is an Italian SaaS company, offering an innovative, machine learning revenue management system (RMS) for the global hospitality industry. Lybra’s Assistant RMS was designed to improve the quality of hoteliers’ lives, by simplifying and automating daily operations to skyrocket their property’s bookings and revenue – even in times of decreased demand, like the current COVID-19 pandemic.

In May 2020, Lybra was acquired by Zucchetti Group, a leading international technology company offering software, hardware and ITC services to many global sectors, including hospitality, education, transport and logistics, manufacturing, among others. As part of The Zucchetti Group, Lybra is even more well-positioned to offer hotel clients the most accurate pricing suggestions because of the wealth of international market and demand data – compiled by the global hospitality technology companies that are owned by The Zucchetti Group – that is now integrated into the company’s Assistant RMS. To learn more about Lybra, visit lybra.tech.

About Zucchetti Group

Along with other industry-leading software companies in the hospitality, restaurants and wellness sectors, GP Dati and Lybra are both part of the new Zucchetti Hospitality Division, which has quickly become one of the main international players in the market. The Zucchetti Hospitality Division offers a complete suite of software solutions, enabling the management of all aspects of a hotel’s operations; the company’s offerings include RMS, PMS, CRS, Spa & Wellness, Food & Beverage, websites and app development, smart keys and digital marketing tools.

The solidity of Zucchetti Group guarantees a greater capacity for innovation. Thanks to the wide range of solutions available, the Zucchetti Group is able to respond to the most complex IT needs: accounting, ERP, Payroll, HR, CRM, wellness, access control, logistics, software for Tax Consultants, CRM, Asset, Facility, Maintenance, Fleet Management. To learn more about The Zucchetti Group, visit www.zuchetti.com.

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New restaurant openings in Mumbai: From Bandra and beyond | Tori, Khar

New restaurants opening in Mumbai

As part of its ‘Unlock 5.0’ the state government of Maharashtra permitted restaurants, cafes, and bars to start-up in the first week of October 2020. This was timed for establishments to make the most of the Diwali holidays. The first two months following ‘Unlock 5.0’, most restaurant owners were simply trying to get their restaurants up and running. But by December, several new properties began opening up too.

Bastian and Woodside Inn opened their new outposts in Worli and Bandra respectively. As did Social which crossed the creek and went over into Thane for the first time. Business in Powai, which had seen some half a dozen launches in the second half of 2019 before the lockdown killed the buzz, is slowly picking up again with restaurants such as Foo and Sesami going so far as to throw open their doors to diners on the same weekend! The two were among these seven restaurants in Mumbai racing to launch just in time for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Even more, have been added to that list since.

Tori, Khar

The bright young thing that’s opened up at the same location where Sancho’s once stood is a big leg up on its predecessor. Helmed by Thomas Pongsak Catley, a former Nobu chef who’d never been to India till he was hired to launch it, Tori brings together the distinct flavors of Asian and Latin American cuisines. From tunas and sushis to beef burgers and hearty chicken dishes, Chef Tom manages to create a flavor that’s distinct but also familiar.

Marriott debuts Autograph Collection in Singapore

Marriott has brought its Autograph Collection to Singapore with the opening of Duxton Reserve Singapore, a rebranding of the former Six Senses Duxton property.

The hotel is owned by The Garcha Group and was created from eight sustainably restored 19th century shophouses, fitting with the Autograph Collection’s emphasis on ‘neighbourhood’ and ‘sense of place’.

The hotel is located in the historic Tanjong Pagar district and in the heart of Chinatown, surrounded by attractions including the National Museum of Singapore and Asian Civilisations Museum. The area also boasts the highest concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants in the city.

Renowned British interior designer Anouska Hempel was at the helm of the design, drawing inspiration from Chinese, Malay and European cultures. Upon entering the hotel, guests are welcomed by large theatrical golden fans and strong hues of black, gold and yellow, layered with Oriental screens and calligraphy wallpaper from Hempel’s personal collection.

The 49 rooms and suites are “each designed with unique individuality for an exclusive experience every time” and feature amenities including a Naturalmat organic mattress, organic cotton bed linen by Beaumont and Brown and bathroom amenities by Etro.

Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific (excluding China), Marriott International added:

“Singapore is one of the most important cultural hubs in Asia-Pacific, with a rich history and exciting local culinary scene. Guests staying at Duxton Reserve Singapore will be immersed in this experience through the unique design and excellent F&B offerings.”

Since launching in 2010, the Autograph Collection has grown to include over 200 hotels around the world.

Marriott Bonvoy's Latest Global Promotion Offers Twice as Much

Along with February’s arrival comes a new global promotion from Marriott Bonvoy making it easier and quicker for members to achieve elite status and redeem points for free nights at 7,500 participating hotels globally, gift cards and experiences. Members will receive double elite night credits and double points earned for stays of two nights or longer that occur between February 16 – April 27, 2021 at properties participating in Marriott Bonvoy. To take advantage, members must register here for the promotion before April 13, 2021.

Members can achieve higher elite status even quicker with this promotion when combined with the benefits of Marriott Bonvoy’s co-branded credit cards from American Express and JPMorgan Chase, which offer 15 Elite Night Credits annually. Terms apply. To learn more about the cards, please visit here.

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New restaurant openings in Mumbai: From Colaba and Lower Parel to Bandra and beyond

New restaurants opening in Mumbai

As part of its ‘Unlock 5.0’ the state government of Maharashtra permitted restaurants, cafes, and bars to start up in the first week of October 2020. This was timed for establishments to make the most of the Diwali holidays. The first two months following ‘Unlock 5.0’, most restaurant owners were simply trying to get their restaurants up and running. But by December, several new properties began opening up too.

Bastian and Woodside Inn opened their new outposts in Worli and Bandra respectively. As did Social which crossed the creek and went over into Thane for the first time. Business in Powai, which had seen some half a dozen launches in the second half of 2019 before the lockdown killed the buzz, is slowly picking up again with restaurants such as Foo and Sesami going so far as to throw open their doors to diners on the same weekend! The two were among these seven restaurants in Mumbai racing to launch just in time for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Even more, have been added to that list since.

Plum by Bent Chair, Bandra

Featuring equally quirky and bright décor is this kitschy restaurant, where literally everything’s on sale. This is the second outlet of Plum, which already has a presence in Kamala Mills in Lower Parel. Plum by Bent Chair serves pan-Asian food and an impressive range of cocktails but its USP is its quirky decor, furniture, and fixtures, all of which can be bought if you so fancy.

JW Marriott Celebrates Opening of 100th Property Worldwide and First in Tampa with the Debut of JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

JW Marriott is pleased to announce that its 100th property, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street is now open, bringing a new level of luxury to the Tampa Bay area. Located in the heart of the dynamic Water Street neighborhood, the new property invites discerning guests to take time for themselves, relax, and rediscover a balance in mind and body. A formal grand opening celebration is expected to take place in April 2021.

"The first JW Marriott opened in Washington DC in 1984 and was a tribute to my father, J.W., and a celebration of his love of service and hospitality," explains Bill Marriott, Executive Chairman of the Board at Marriott International. "That tribute has now evolved into a global hotel brand, an incredible testament to the spirit of that first hotel being embraced worldwide. Our family is incredibly proud that my father's name now welcomes guests in over 100 desirable destinations across the globe now, including Tampa."

With the opening of JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, JW Marriott demonstrates its commitment to Tampa, boosting the development of its luxury market and supporting the destination’s ability to host larger groups and events, as well as leisure travelers.

New Opening | Signum Hotels expand footprint in Europe

Set to open Signum Adrenaline Park Tara in Serbia

February 2021: Signum Hotels & Resorts continues to strengthen its presence in Europe with another hotel signing. A new-build Signum Adrenaline Park Tara is scheduled to open in Serbia in April 2021 as the latest addition to the company’s premium lifestyle collection of exceptional hotels.

Signum Adrenaline Park Tara will be the group’s first hotel in Eastern Europe, strengthening the company’s brand presence in this region. The 40-room hotel will have a restaurant, meeting space for 100 guests and outdoor parking. Travelers and shoppers will be delighted by the central location since it is just 200 meters from the Tara river, 10kms from the airport and only 200 meters from the railway station. Signum Adrenaline Park Tara is truly one-of-a-kind, distilling the best of its location through interior design, exceptional guest amenities & the expertise of its people.

Announcing the signing, Mehul Sharma, Founder & CEO - Signum Hotels & Resorts said, ‘we are excited to mark our presence in a new region that holds great potential for tourism. This new hotel signing is in line with our strategy to expand across exceptional destinations globally. We are looking forward to the hotel launch by end-April 2021.’

Milan Popovich, Owner - Adrenaline Park commented, ‘we are pleased to collaborate with Signum hotels for this venture. It will be our utmost delight to offer heart-warming hospitality to travelers visiting Serbia for business or leisure.’

True to the group’s ‘experiential stay’ service philosophy, guests of Signum Adrenaline Park Tara can expect staff who deliver extraordinary attention to detail and exceptional knowledge of the destination. Together with its locally curated art programs, focus on hyperlocal sustainability and helpful recommendations on exploring the best of the city (such as adventure sports), the hotel offers an authentic experience of Belgrade both inside and outside its walls.

About Signum Hotels & Resorts I www.signumhotels.com

Signum Hotels & Resorts is a new-age hotel management firm offering specialized services to hotels across the Asia Pacific region. It offers exceptional service provided by a diverse team with a remarkable combined experience of over 650+ years across varied hospitality verticals. The emerging hospitality company has already made its mark with 12 hotels across India and 18 service apartments in London and vies to manage 1000+ keys by 2021.

Signum Hotels provide B2B services in the form of hospitality solutions and cater to the B2C market as well. The group is fiercely determined to be the best choice for large scale as well as medium-scale investors and developers by lending their expertise in managing hospitality solutions.

New restaurant openings in Mumbai | From Colaba and Lower Parel | Diablo, Lower Parel

New restaurants opening in Mumbai

As part of its ‘Unlock 5.0’ the state government of Maharashtra permitted restaurants, cafes, and bars to start up in the first week of October 2020. This was timed for establishments to make the most of the Diwali holidays. The first two months following ‘Unlock 5.0’, most restaurant owners were simply trying to get their restaurants up and running. But by December, several new properties began opening up too.

Bastian and Woodside Inn opened their new outposts in Worli and Bandra respectively. As did Social which crossed the creek and went over into Thane for the first time. Business in Powai, which had seen some half a dozen launches in the second half of 2019 before the lockdown killed the buzz, is slowly picking up again with restaurants such as Foo and Sesame going so far as to throw open their doors to diners on the same weekend! The two were among these seven restaurants in Mumbai racing to launch just in time for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Even more, have been added to that list since.

Watch out our space for more new opening restaurants in Mumbai

Diablo, Lower Parel

Diablo emerges from the remains of Tamasha and its extravagant menu features Lebanese, Turkish, Egyptian & Greek influences. Located in Lower Parel, Diablo also features a rather impressive bar menu and an explosion of colors for its interiors. The menu has been curated by chef Sagar Bajaj and put together by its owners Priyank Sukhija, and Abhimanyu Jakhar who run, among other restaurants, the Badshah-co-owned Dragonfly Experience in Delhi.

New restaurant openings in Mumbai: From Colaba and Lower Parel | Kuckeliku Breakfast House, Colaba

New restaurants opening in Mumbai

As part of its ‘Unlock 5.0’ the state government of Maharashtra permitted restaurants, cafes, and bars to start up in the first week of October 2020. This was timed for establishments to make the most of the Diwali holidays. The first two months following ‘Unlock 5.0’, most restaurant owners were simply trying to get their restaurants up and running. But by December, several new properties began opening up too.

Bastian and Woodside Inn opened their new outposts in Worli and Bandra respectively. As did Social which crossed the creek and went over into Thane for the first time. Business in Powai, which had seen some half a dozen launches in the second half of 2019 before the lockdown killed the buzz, is slowly picking up again with restaurants such as Foo and Sesame going so far as to throw open their doors to diners on the same weekend! The two were among these seven restaurants in Mumbai racing to launch just in time for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Even more, have been added to that list since.

Watch out our space for more new opening restaurants in Mumbai

Kuckeliku Breakfast House, Colaba

The folks over at Kuckeliku Breakfast House really like their breakfast. So much so they decided to serve it from morning to night. Kuckeliku Breakfast House serves up American and continental breakfasts as well as a wide range of egg preparation as well as pancakes while simultaneously nudging you to engage with the curated artworks on their walls. The café has tied up with an art consultancy that helps them feature works of promising new artists every few months. So you can take in the art even as you dig into your omelets and hash browns from 8 am to 9 pm every day. After all, it’s always breakfast time somewhere in the world.

Kandima Maldives launches its skydiving programme

Skydiving At Kandima

“The skydiving programme adds another new dimension to the brand’s high-spirited ‘Lifestyle Reimagined’ campaign.
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Kandima Maldives  in collaboration with Skydive Maldives launches a skydiving programme. The programme offers the guests a chance to experience the adventurous free-fall and scenic views of the islands outlined by ocean from 12,000 feet. 

Commenting on the launch, Neeraj Seth, Director of Marketing Communication & Public Relations, Kandima Maldives said, “We are excited to launch this awe-inspiring skydiving experience for our guests at Kandima Maldives. Always aspiring to be the first and bringing innovative active lifestyle experiences to its guests have been at the heart of the Kandima brand experience. Adding another new dimension to our high-spirited ‘Lifestyle Reimagined’ campaign, this is one of the first of its kind skydiving programmes in the Maldives."

The programme is open to both professional skydiver as well as the first-timer.

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Ingredient Ideology | Catching up on Carrots By: Dr. Kaviraj Khialani- Celebrity Master Chef.

Carrots are one ingredient that is so commonly used in our day to day cooking and finds its way into our kitchen in a number of ways and transforms itself into varied delicacies from simple to delectable ones too!

While for some of us carrots go perfectly well into a fresh squeeze with add ons turning it into a perfect liquid power punch to start the day to others it is a nice crunch to munch with their meals and in between to fill the gaps. There are a few of us of course who love to have it in the form of subzis, adding it into pulao, biryani, raita & even into soups, salads & sweets!

Carrots are a bunch of essential nutrients must for our body and benefits galore to catch up on. For me it has been there in a number of ways to work on with and relish it too from variations to my simple carrot juice to cumin crusted carrot sticks, gajar aur soy baked dish, carrot and quinoa salad, Tadkewala gajar aur palak ka raita & many more!

TOP 10: Health Benefits of Carrots:

1. Good for the eyes, rich in vitamin A, prevents stroke.

2. Helps reduce high blood pressure problems.

3. Assists in maintaining good digestive health.

4. Immunity booster for our body.

5. Helps to regulate our blood sugar levels.

6. Prevents macular degeneration & cleanses the body.

7. Glorifies the skin, powerful antiseptic & anti-aging ingredient.

8. Good source of beta-carotene, potassium.

9. Carrots are a low glycemic index vegetable.

10. Contains pectin which is a form of soluble fiber, it also contains 90% water and 10 % carbs.

Top 10: Culinary uses of Carrots in the Kitchen & Bakery:

Though we are aware of some of the classic ways of using carrots in our kitchen here are some twisted ideas as well to add to our plates!

1. Carrot, Grapes & Purple Cabbage salad tossed within a dressing with sweet lime, sea salt, a dash of honey & a sprinkling of roasted crushed peanuts & pumpkin or flax seeds.

2. Carrot & Pumpkin Shorba- a perfect cuppa on a cool chilly evening a pureed soup tempered with cumin, curry leaves & a hint of coconut milk to add to its flavor.

3. Gajar Aur Mattar Ka Tava Pulao – a good way to toss up leftover white rice with a tadka of turmeric, mustard & hing and a good handful of coriander leaves and roasted crushed peanuts to add to the crunch.

4. Hari Bhari Gajar Ki Subzi – a simple variation to our daily routine way of making a veggie, try carrots with soy chunks in a base of whole red chilies onion, garlic, little curd, spices & a good handful of blanched spinach leaves, pureed and laced into the subzi, have this one with phulkas!

5. Carrot & Methi ka Parantha- Try a mix of flours like makai ka Atta, whole wheat flour, soy flour & add a little shahi jeera and Kasuri methi to the dough, for the filling use grated carrots with chopped methi leaves in a quick toss with oil and ginger-garlic-green chilies and add in a little grated sweet potato and a dash of crushed black pepper and stuff them into the paranthas for a change well deserved.

6. Baked Carrot & Raisin Muffins with a combination of whole wheat and oatmeal flour finished off with a dusting of cinnamon & brown sugar dust, great to go with a nice hot cuppa coffee!

7. Honey Glazed Carrot & Cardamom Pancakes topped with walnut and date crumble, served with a nice warm chunky dark chocolate sauce, garnished with sliced fresh strawberries! I’m sure you loved this one, sounds like a plan for Valentine isn’t it?

8. Gajrela Baked Mini Samosas with a Kiwi Chili Chutney- our Favourite gajar ka halwa, wrapped in a sweet samosa Patti, baked to perfection and served warm with a fresh kiwi, mint, honey & chili salsa sauce, that’s something you must try!

9. Baked Gajar Halwa with Brownies served with a Rum & Raisin Sauce- This one is surely going to have your guests ask for more…a nice delicate gajar ka halwa, layered with crumbled chocolate brownies, add a little regular vanilla sponge as well if desired to balance it, and a nice drizzle of homemade desi rabdi with a nice handful of nuts, cover it and bake for 15 to 20 mins in a medium-hot oven, serve it warm with nice honey, rum and raisin sauce garnished with glazed cherries.

10. Gajar Aur Gulkhand Ki Mithaas- an awesome carrot halwa converted into a mousse concept blended with china grass to set it and Gulkhand to add its touch and taste in between the layers, top it up with a nice coconut praline/crushed chikki for garnish, serve it chilled.

Here are a couple of simple & tasty carrot recipes for our readers to try and stay fit!

Recipe:

1] Casanova Carrot Salad

Ingredients

For the Base of the Salad:

Assorted shredded cabbage/ torn lettuce leaves- 1 cup

For the Body of the Salad:

Carrots- 150gms, grated.

Boiled chickpeas- 1 cup

Chopped green chilies-1/2 tsp

Chopped deseeded tomatoes- 1 small.

Celery- 3 to 4 tbsp. cut into small pieces

For the dressing of the Salad:

Olive oil- 1 tbsp.

Lime juice/sweet lime juice- 3 to 4 tbsp.

Mustard paste-1/2 tsp

Sea salt/ pink salt/rock salt- ¼ tsp

Mint leaves to 10 torn.

Honey- 1 tsp

Roasted crushed cumin powder-1/2 tsp

Dash of chili sauce-1 tsp

Crushed black pepper-1/2 tsp

For the garnish of the Salad:

Assorted fresh herbs/microgreens.

Assorted nuts/ seeds of your choice.

Sliced green/black grapes/ shavings of parmesan etc.

Method:

1. prepare all the ingredients for the salad.

2. assemble the dressing in a mixing bowl, mix well and toss up the body with the dressing.

3. arrange the base on a serving plate and arrange the salad and garnish, serve immediately.

Chefs Variations:

1. for the non-veg options in the same salad try adding some sliced chicken salami/ham/ cubes of boiled eggs.

2. to add some more nutritive value in the dressing add some ripe papaya puree into the dressing as above.

3. try adding a choice of seasonal fruit as well like grapes, strawberries etc into the salads to balance it.

Recipe-

2] Orange Mystic

Ingredients:

Carrots- 200gms, peeled & roughly cut

Sweet potato- 1 no, peeled, cubed

Olive oil-1 tbsp.

Garlic- 1 tsp chopped

Spring onions-2 small chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Veg stock- 4 to 5 cups

Assorted herbs of your choice tsp

Fresh orange juice- ½ cup

Fresh cream/sour cream/vegan cream- 1 tbsp.

Fresh mint/herbs for garnish.

Method:

1. prepare all the ingredients for the soup.

2. heat olive oil in a pan add in the garlic, onions & saute for 1 min and add in the carrots and sweet potato.

3. add in the seasonings and herbs to taste and vegetable stock/water and allow to come to a boil.

4. simmer for 15 to 18 mins, remove from flame and allow to cool.

5. puree the soup, strain it and bring it back to a boil.

6. check for seasonings, adjust texture as needed and finally add in the orange juice and turn off the flame.

7. serve the soup hot garnish with fresh herbs.

Chefs Variations:

1. Try adding assorted veggies of your choice with carrots in the soup like yellow pumpkin, peas, Bottlegourd, also try using lemongrass to flavor the soup.

2. For the non-veg options use boiled boneless chicken cubes or shreds for the garnish and use chicken stock to prepare the soup.

3. The same soup can be enjoyed chilled during summertime, portion it into shot glasses & add a dusting of crushed cumin and rock salt with a few fresh basil leaves for garnish.

Brief About The Writer:

Dr. Kaviraj Khialani- Celebrity Master Chef, is a Mumbai based Author, Writer, Healthy Eating - Lifestyle Specialist, Food Designer, Academician & having mastered over 33 International Cuisines, is also a Food & Beverage Consultant. He has worked with esteemed properties like the Taj Group of Hotels, Kuwait Airways to name a few, he has been awarded several Global and National Awards for his outstanding performance in his chosen field he loves to share his knowledge and experience of over 2 decades with the Food & Hospitality Industry.

Note worthy Hotel Openings in 2020-2021 - Casa di LangaPiedmont, ItalyOpening Spring 2021

Casa di LangaPiedmont, ItalyOpening Spring 2021

Casa di Langa is a sustainable luxury hotel in the heart of northern Italy’s Piedmont region. A member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts and L.V.X Collection, this five-star property opening Spring 2021 sits on the doorstep of Le Langhe, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overlooking 100+ acres of working vineyards and rolling hills, the 39-room eco-conscious hotel combines traditional Piedmontese design with sustainable practices thoughtfully threaded throughout the guest experience. At Fàula Ristorante and Sori Cocktail Bar guests can enjoy the finest expression of regional cuisine along with wines from around the world and neighboring vineyards. Cooking classes, a wine academy, truffle hunting, and art tours are among the many immersive guest experiences available at the property debuting this Spring.

A Letter of Appericiation for Ahuja Residency For Service During Covid 19 Pandemic

Hyatt partners with Story Hotels for three Sweden properties

Hyatt has entered into franchise agreements with Story Hotels Holding to bring three hotels in Sweden under the JDV Hotel brand.

The move is designed to help to grow the Hyatt independent collection brand in Europe.

The three boutique hotels – Story Hotel Riddargatan and Story Hotel Signalfabriken in Stockholm, as well as Story Hotel Studio Malmö – will all retain their individual hotel names and unique identities.

The three hotels will be available for reservation from today for stays starting April 15th.

“We are very excited to bring these three Story Hotels in Europe under Hyatt’s JDV Hotel brand portfolio and at the same time grow the Hyatt hotel footprint in Sweden,” said Briana Swift, director of development Europe and south-west Asia at Hyatt.

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Bahrain to ban restaurant dine-in for three weeks due to new coronavirus strain

Restaurants and cafes in Bahrain will no longer be able to serve customers for dine-in from January 31.

A statement released by the Ministry of Health said the temporary suspension would last for three weeks and is in light of recommendations made by the national medical team to address the problems caused by a new strain of coronavirus.

According to the statement, the reopening of the sector will depend on how seriously the preventative measures are adhered to.

Cases in Bahrain have been rising steadily for the past month, from a seven-day average of 212 at the end of December to an average of 347 and a high of 459 this week.

It comes as Dubai has also increased its restriction on dine-in, although the emirate stopped short of going for a full ban on dine-in, instead of eliminating live entertainment, increasing social distancing, and limiting table numbers.

As of last week, the UAE and Bahrain were two of the countries leading the way in vaccinating their residents, coming second and third in the world respectively proportional to their populations..

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Note worthy Hotel Openings in 2020-2021 - THE NEWBURY BOSTON Early 2021

THE NEWBURY BOSTON (Boston, January 2020)

THE NEWBURY BOSTONThe Newbury is a partnership between Major Food Group (Sadelle’s, Carbone, The Grill) and the hospitality company Highgate. Set at the city’s most sought-after address, One Newbury Street, the hotel is located in the heart of Boston’s premier shopping and dining district, the Back Bay. The Newbury is a full renovation of one of the city’s most iconic landmark buildings adjacent to the Boston Public Garden, which debuted in 1927 as one of the first Ritz Carlton hotels in the US. The building will be thoughtfully transformed into a 286-room luxury hotel, with multiple dining experiences and event spaces - a nod to the property's rich history as a hub for lavish dinners and parties. Acclaimed designer Alexandra Champalimaud (Champalimaud Design) will lead the renovation of the hotel’s guest rooms, while celebrated architect Jeffrey Beers will conceive the building’s new entrance and public spaces. Major Food Group is behind the hotel’s food & beverage offerings – including The Street Bar, elegant event spaces, and a rooftop restaurant with 360-degree views of the city. The rooftop restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with sweeping views of the Boston Commons from a glass enclosure that will slide opened during the warmer months, as well as an Italian-focused menu by Chefs Mario Carbone and Rich Torrisi.

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Note worthy Hotel Openings in 2020-2021 - sbe, SLS Cancun Mexico Opening spring 2021

sbe, SLS Cancun , MexicoOpening early 2021

Renowned international hospitality group sbe will be expanding its SLS hotel portfolio with the debut of a new hotel in an entirely new global destination for the brand—Cancun, Mexico. SLS Cancun will debut in early 2021 and will feature 45 rooms with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea, elegant Italian-designed interiors by Piero Lissoni, premiere beachfront access & imaginative Argentinian fusion cuisine by Chef Jose Icardi.