Food & Beverage Travel News Page 16

British Airways partners with Aviation American Gin for Portland launch
Customers flying across the pond and all other long-haul routes will be offered the drink from the in-flight menu and short-haul customers will be able to buy it from the on-board Speedbird café.

easyJet to outsource onboard retail to dnata
dnata has been appointed to manage inflight retail services at easyJet across the airline’s network. The contract marks a significant milestone for dnata’s growing catering and retail business.

Chef Guida to debut new restaurant at Emirates Palace
Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi has announced the opening of a new culinary experience, Talea. The restaurant becomes the first from acclaimed two-Michelin-starred chef, Antonio Guida, outside of Italy.

The First Collection radically cuts plastic consumption
The move follows an announcement from the Dubai Can initiative, launched by sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum earlier this month.

North 37° Brunch launches at the St. Regis Dubai, the Palm
A brand-new brunch is coming to Palm Jumeirah at the St. Regis Dubai, the Palm, inviting guests on an enticing voyage through the majestic Mediterranean.

Beck to launch NFT collection at Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah
Heinz Beck will this week host an exclusive dine, wine and art experience at his restaurant Social by Heinz Beck at the Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah to launch his first-ever NFT collection.

Sofitel Dubai the Palm overhauls culinary team
Sofitel Dubai the Palm has named a host of new members for its culinary team. Appointments include new chef de cuisines for Moana, Laguna and Hong Loong.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Raffles the Palm Dubai
Raffles the Palm Dubai is offering some extravagant surprises for couples this Valentine’s Day. From sumptuous feasts to laid-back jazz concerts, the hotel has you covered.

Renato Rizzi appointed executive chef with Four Seasons Hotel Baku
Four Seasons Hotel Baku is poised to welcome a new executive chef, Renato Rizzi. For over 25 years, Rizzi has travelled the world, developing a deep and enduring love for good food.

British Airways tweaks sustainability offering
As part of its commitment to create a more desirable experience for customers, British Airways will offer a range of improvements, both on the ground and in the air.

The Aubrey London launches at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
The Aubrey London, which replaces Bar Boulud, is described as ‘an eccentric Izakaya’ with two distinctive bar experiences and accompanying Japanese cuisine.

Shangri-La the Shard unveils Valentines packages
This February, Shangri-La the Shard is conjuring up new and unforgettable ways to show appreciation to all the loves in your life, whether it’s a partner, parent or friend.