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Hotel Management magazine

  • Global Hoteliers optimistic about 2012

    Global Hoteliers optimistic about 2012

    The world’s leading Hoteliers are confident of 2012 being a strong year for the hotel industry despite the financial uncertainty clouding Europe. James Wilkinson reports from IHIF in Berlin, Germany.
    - 3 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 5:47pm -
  • TripAdvisor’s 2012 Industry Index reveals confidence is high

    TripAdvisor’s 2012 Industry Index reveals confidence is high

    An overwhelming majority of Hoteliers across Asia Pacific believe 2012 will be more profitable than 2011, according to TripAdvisor’s 2012 Industry Index released today at ITB in Berlin, Germany.
    - 3 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 5:43pm -
  • Accor backs Packer’s Sydney casino plan

    Accor backs Packer’s Sydney casino plan

    Accor has welcomed plans by James Packer to invest in a major tourism infrastructure project at Barangaroo in Sydney.
    - 3 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 5:40pm -
  • Jazz legend James Morrison collaborates with InterContinental Melbourne

    Jazz legend James Morrison collaborates with InterContinental Melbourne

    Market Lane Bar at InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto is set to become a beacon of live jazz with the announcement of an exclusive partnership with Australia's most acclaimed jazz musician, James Morrison.
    - 3 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 5:38pm -
  • Anthology’s Grant Hunt wins major tourism award

    Anthology’s Grant Hunt wins major tourism award

    Anthology’s Grant Hunt has taken out one of the Australian tourism industry’s highest honours - Outstanding Contribution by an Individual – at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
    - 3 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 5:35pm -
  • Hotels encouraged to enter Spice’s Hot 100

    Hotels encouraged to enter Spice’s Hot 100

    HM’s sister publications Spice Magazine and SpiceNews.com.au have announced the kickoff to the ‘2012 Spice Hot 100: Hotels and Resorts’, showcasing the very best hotels and resorts for conferencing, incentives or corporate events.
    - 3 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 5:31pm -
  • Crown’s Burswood hotels to drop IHG brands

    Crown’s Burswood hotels to drop IHG brands

    Despite InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) being confident it would retain branding at the Burswood Entertainment Complex in Perth, Crown Limited has confirmed the two hotels on site will be re-branded from July.
    - 6 days ago, 6 Mar 12, 12:02am -
  • Tony South appointed Chairman of TAA

    Tony South appointed Chairman of TAA

    Well-known Hotelier Tony South has been appointed Chairman of Tourism Accommodation Australia in a significant boost to the industry association.
    - 6 days ago, 5 Mar 12, 11:47pm -
  • IHG partners with AES on Indigenous employment

    IHG partners with AES on Indigenous employment

    Leading not-for-profit employment organisation, the Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES), has entered into a ground-breaking partnership with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG).
    - 6 days ago, 5 Mar 12, 11:38pm -
  • Hyatt Regency Coolum placed into voluntary administration

    Hyatt Regency Coolum placed into voluntary administration

    Hyatt Regency Coolum has been placed into voluntary administration a week after owner Clive Palmer attempted to sack Hyatt as managers of the property located on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
    - 11 days ago, 1 Mar 12, 9:46am -

Spice News - Hotel News

  • Indigenous students team up for careers with IHG
    Not-for-profit employment organisation, the Aboriginal Employment Strategy has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with the Intercontinental Hotels Group
    - 4 days ago, 7 Mar 12, 11:03pm -
  • Crown's Burswood hotels to drop IHG brands
    Despite InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) being confident it would retain branding at the Burswood Entertainment Complex in Perth, Crown Limited has confirmed the two hotels on site will be re-branded from July.
    - 6 days ago, 5 Mar 12, 9:29pm -

E-Travel Blackboard - Hospitality

Hospo News

  • Leading the charge for a return to hotel dining

    Leading the charge for a return to hotel dining

    A discussion during an invited dining experience at Barolo restaurant in The Langham hotel took those of us at the table back to a different era before restaurants really started to make their mark in…
    - 5 days ago, 7 Mar 12, 9:08am -
  • The challenge is on for NZ’s best vegetarian dish

    The challenge is on for NZ’s best vegetarian dish

    Vegetables.co.nz is encouraging chefs and caterers to be creative with vegetables and enter their creation in the New Zealand Vegetarian Dish Challenge. Vegetables.co.nz, the promotional arm of Horticulture New Zealand, has joined with food distribut…
    - 5 days ago, 7 Mar 12, 8:54am -
  • Cheesemaker of the Year wins Champion Artisan Award

    Cheesemaker of the Year wins Champion Artisan Award

    A second generation Dutch cheesemaker has taken out two supreme titles in this year’s Cuisine Champions of Cheese Awards including the prestigious Cheesemaker of the Year. Head cheesemaker of Kerikeri-based Mahoe Farmhouse Cheese, Jacob (Jake) Ro…
    - 5 days ago, 7 Mar 12, 8:24am -

Hospitality NZ

  • Search, click, engage - how to connect with customers online
    How easy is it for customers to find you? Or should you be thinking how can I find new customers? Mark Gregory offers some great advice on how where you can engage with potential customers online.
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  • March 2012 top 40 music chart for hospitality businesses!
    Here is the top 40 music play list from Automated Music Systems for March 2012. AMS are passionate about music and the hospitality industry, who want to add value by providing you with a free music play list every month!
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  • Are review sites good or bad for business?
    Accommodation providers who may have dealt with customer threats to write a bad review about their property or the review sites is not an easy task. We have some helpful tips how to deal with these types of reviews and be good for business.
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New Hospitality Vacancies

Travelmole Hotel News

E-Global - Australasian News

  • newMalaysia Airlines Announces Details Of Its A380

    Malaysia Airlines Announces Details Of Its A380

    Malaysia Airlines today revealed the design and specifications of its first new flagship aircraft, the Airbus A380-800, that is on track for entry into service from 1 July 2012. The first Malaysian A380 aircraft’s exterior was showcased in a new li…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:09pm -
  • newGround-Breaking Event For the Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen

    Ground-Breaking Event For the Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen

    Today Marriott International hosted a ground-breaking ceremony for the new 194-room Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen hotel, opening next to Aberdeen International Airport in Spring 2013. The ground-breaking was attended by Jean-Paul Nel, Area Vice Pres…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:09pm -
  • newNew Accommodation Directory for Choice Hotels

    New Accommodation Directory for Choice Hotels

    Showcasing the group’s selection of Econo Lodge, Comfort, Quality and Clarion properties across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore, the guide features more than 280 property listings, each with full colour images and local area information. To as…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:08pm -
  • new61 new connections in Lufthansa’s summer timetable

    61 new connections in Lufthansa’s summer timetable

    Five new destinations and 61 new connections – Services to and from Berlin increased fourfold –New seasonal tourist destinations.  This summer, Lufthansa is further increasing its flight offering, particularly from B…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:08pm -
  • newHyatt Announces Plans for Two New Hotels at Zurich Airport’s Iconic New Mixed Use Development Known as The Circle
    Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has signed a management agreement with Flughafen Zurich AG for a Hyatt Regency and a Hyatt Place hotel in Zurich. The hotels, expected to open in 2017, will be part of The Circle, a mix…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:07pm -
  • newNew Business Class seat with horizontal sleeping surface

    New Business Class seat with horizontal sleeping surface

    1.98-metre long bed guarantees maximum sleeping comfort / Customers involved in development of the seat / 3-billion-euro investment in the new inflight product The new Lufthansa Business Class seat boasts a horizontal sleeping surface measuring 1.98…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:07pm -
  • newRotary International Projects Record-Breaking Thailand Convention In May

    Rotary International Projects Record-Breaking Thailand Convention In May

    An estimated 38,000 Rotary club members from all around the world are due to be in Thailand between May 3-9, 2012, for what is projected to be a record-breaking convention, the first global Rotary event to be held here. Bearing the theme, “Reach Wi…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:06pm -
  • newThe largest ibis hotel in Asia Pacific opened today in Bandung, Indonesia

    The largest ibis hotel in Asia Pacific opened today in Bandung, Indonesia

    ibis, the worldwide economy hotel brand of the Accor group, today announces the opening of the largest ibis hotel in Asia Pacific, ibis Bandung Trans Studio. The hotel with 606 contemporary guest rooms is located in the city of Bandung, West Java, ad…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:06pm -
  • newQatar Airways Unveils New Boeing 787 Seats at ITB Berlin

    Qatar Airways Unveils New Boeing 787 Seats at ITB Berlin

    Qatar Airways this week unveiled revolutionary new Business Class seats and Economy Class seats for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft with space, comfort and a revamped in-flight entertainment system being key features of the airliner that will be i…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:06pm -
  • newThe Warwick Le Lagon Resort & Spa highlights it’s brand new conference centre
    The Warwick Le Lagon Resort & Spa announced that construction of its stunning new conference centre in Port Vila, Vanuatu is well on track for completion by early June. When completed the conference centre will comprise over 1000 square metres of con…
    - 12 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:05pm -

F&B News - HM Magazine

  • Maroochydore hosts Novotel Apprentice Chef competition
    Maroochydore High School’s new state-of-the-art training kitchen played host to the 2011 Novotel Apprentice Chef of the Year Competition last week.
    - 1 Dec 11, 6:11am -
  • Chefs wanted for the ‘Cook for Your Career’ competition
    Hostplus is currently taking expressions of interest for people interested in participating in the 2012 Cook For Your Career competition.
    - 30 Nov 11, 2:05am -
  • Pop-up WLG restaurant diners given free Air NZ tickets
    BY JAMES WILKINSONDiners at Positively Wellington Tourism’s pop-up WLG restaurant in Melbourne have been given free tickets from Air New Zealand in what will go down as one of the best marketing stunts of the year.
    - 25 Nov 11, 1:24am -
  • Peninsula takes shark’s fin off the global menu
    In recognition of the threat facing the global shark population and in line with the Company’s sustainability vision, The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Limited (HSH), parent company of The Peninsula Hotels, has announced that it will stop serving sh…
    - 23 Nov 11, 5:25am -
  • Ayers Rock Resort launches ‘Tali Wiru’ dining concept
    Ayers Rock Resort is delighted to announce the launch of Tali Wiru, a dining experience like no other.
    - 3 Nov 11, 2:38am -
  • Kirketon’s Eau de Vie named Sydney’s best bar
    BY JAMES WILKINSONClassical drinking den Eau de Vie at the hip Kirketon Hotel has been named the best bar in Sydney by entertainment bible Time Out magazine.
    - 27 Oct 11, 11:16pm -
  • Master apprentices at Peppers Anchorage
    It's not just the mouth-watering cuisine simmering in the kitchen of Merretts Restaurant at Peppers Anchorage because the Port Stephens favourite is also a hot bed of up and coming cooking talent.
    - 20 Oct 11, 8:53am -
  • FIX to rock Hilton Surfers Paradise
    Those on the Gold Coast who have been craving a hot new venue will get their FIX, when the new cocktail lounge at Hilton Surfers Paradise opens its doors on September 14.
    - 1 Sep 11, 7:16am -
  • Hoteliers hopeful of MasterChef surge
    The Accommodation Association is hoping the excitement generated by this week’s MasterChef final will translate to more people choosing to forge a career in hospitality.
    - 11 Aug 11, 4:47am -
  • Novotel’s organic push
    The organic food sector is now the fastest growing area in food trade, with sustained rates of growth between 10% and 30% around the world.
    - 20 Jan 10, 6:29am -

Restaurant & Catering Magazine

  • World-Renowned Chef Marco Pierre White to Partner with Knorr® in New Zealand and Australia
    Multi-Michelin Star Chef Marco Pierre White has partnered with Knorr® inNew Zealand and Australia, to become the Knorr® ambassador.
    - 22 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 11:00am -
  • Post Election Employment Law Reform
    With the re-election of a National led government it seems timely to comment on proposed employment reforms. National proposed no widespread or wholesale changes to current employment laws.
    - 55 days ago, 17 Jan 12, 11:00am -
  • Unique Dessert Combo From Ginelli’s

    - 55 days ago, 17 Jan 12, 11:00am -
  • Time for a summer break!
    For many of us, particularly those affected by the February earthquake and the Pike River disaster, this has been one hell of a sombre year. Only a well deserved All Black triumph added some gloss to a truly miserable 12 months in Aotearoa.
    - 55 days ago, 17 Jan 12, 11:00am -
  • EL BULLI CLOSES

    - 55 days ago, 17 Jan 12, 11:00am -
  • FOOD TOURISM IS RIGHT RECIPE FOR HOSPITALITY
    THE memory of a fine piece of salmon served with a glass of chilled sauvignon blanc against the backdrop of a Marlborough sunset is a compelling image and one that is driving a new breed of tourist to our shores.
    - 85 days ago, 18 Dec 11, 11:00am -
  • TOP CHEF TEAMS IN ACTION
    THERE’S going to be red-hot culinary competition between some of the world’s best chef teams during the NZ International Culinary Challenge being held at the upcoming Fine Food show.
    - 85 days ago, 18 Dec 11, 11:00am -
  • BOUTIQUE SAUCE SERVICE TAILORED
    BOUTIQUE sauce and chutney manufacturer Q Gardens is offering a new specialised service to chefs where they can have products personalised or created to their individual specifications.
    - 85 days ago, 18 Dec 11, 11:00am -
  • MASTERCHEF FINALIST CHECKS OUT DUNEDIN
    LOCAL MasterChef finalist Stu Todd is about to lift the lid on Dunedin dining as he embarks on a lengthy food journey around that southern city.
    - 85 days ago, 18 Dec 11, 11:00am -
  • A SCOT LANDS IN QUEENSTOWN
    A SCOT LANDS IN QUEENSTOWNA PASSION for food and a love of travel has seen Scottish-born chef Scott Wyper take on the role of Executive Chef at Crowne Plaza in Queenstown.
    - 85 days ago, 18 Dec 11, 11:00am -

Stuff - Lifestyle

  • Celebrity chef puts skills up for auction

    Celebrity chef puts skills up for auction

    Celebrity chef Josh Emett is giving up his Valentine's Day to cook a romantic dinner for lucky locals in aid of an Auckland charity.
    - 30 days ago, 11 Feb 12, 2:17am -
  • Your Valentine's Day dinner sorted

    Your Valentine's Day dinner sorted

    For a knock-out Valentine's Day, keep it light and plan it carefully.
    - 31 days ago, 10 Feb 12, 12:13am -
  • Make-ahead dessert for lovers

    Make-ahead dessert for lovers

    Make these delicious chocolate tarts in advance and spend Valentine's Day relaxing with your sweetheart.
    - 31 days ago, 9 Feb 12, 11:50pm -
  • Alex James - what are you playing at?

    Alex James - what are you playing at?

    Recently, someone brought to my attention an article that I found pretty weird. Alex James, the former bassist from Britpop band Blur, who has reinvented himself as a self-styled "foodie", runs a farm and makes artisanal cheeses, is now the food colu…
    - 31 days ago, 9 Feb 12, 10:11pm -
  • Raw food: what's not to love?

    Raw food: what's not to love?

    The green smoothie is easy to love. There's the taste (gently sweet, fresh and with a distinctive note of celery), the verdant shades it's possible to achieve (Irish countryside, Colombian emeralds, Kermit the Frog) and the rich feeling of righteousn…
    - 32 days ago, 9 Feb 12, 2:20am -
  • Summery sangria packs a punch

    Summery sangria packs a punch

    With the colour code for Valentine's Day somewhere between bright red, passionate purple and strawberry pink, it is appropriate that a new take on sangria – the Spanish version of a red wine-based punch – should make an appearance on the drinks t…
    - 33 days ago, 8 Feb 12, 12:31am -
  • Homemade icecream a peachy pud

    Homemade icecream a peachy pud

    This rich icecream serves two, with plenty left for late-night munchies or breakfast. It goes perfectly with baked peaches.
    - 33 days ago, 8 Feb 12, 12:00am -
  • Lentil patties a meat-free delight

    Lentil patties a meat-free delight

    Using brown lentil sprouts and fresh herbs adds an earthiness to these patties which can be cooked on a barbecue or in a pan. They're great barbecued or shallow fried. The accompanying courgette and pepper relish makes good use of cheaper seasonal ve…
    - 33 days ago, 7 Feb 12, 11:29pm -
  • The curious allure of very sharp knives

    The curious allure of very sharp knives

    The other jaunt I made on Saturday (after a brunch trip to the Gypsy Kitchen), was to The House of Knives, just around the corner from me in Petone. Some friends were looking for a new bread knife, and being as HOK is the leading purveyor of quality,…
    - 33 days ago, 7 Feb 12, 9:27pm -
  • Dumplings for Chinese New Year

    Dumplings for Chinese New Year

    This weekend New Zealand's Chinese community will celebrate the New Year, with fireworks and parades planned around the country.
    - 33 days ago, 7 Feb 12, 9:23pm -

Meeting Newz - Hotel News

  • Hilton leads the way
    Hilton Worldwide has offset 5,750 tonnes of carbon emissions generated from all meetings and events held in each of the 12 hotels it operates in Australia and New Zealand, at no additional cost to customers.The carbon-offset programme offsets carbo…
    - 7 days ago, 5 Mar 12, 2:15am -
  • Stars confirmed for Scenic Hotel Marlborough

    Stars confirmed for Scenic Hotel Marlborough

    Scenic Hotel Marlborough has moved to a four-star-plus Qualmark accredited property. The multi-million dollar upgrade of the 3½ Qualmark Star Heartland Hotel Marlborough to a four-star-plus Scenic Hotel has been completed and brings the nu…
    - 7 days ago, 4 Mar 12, 8:08pm -

Tourism New Zealand

  • Growth maintained into 2012 and summer season
    Visitor arrival figures released today confirm that growth hasbeen maintained in January with the number of overseas arrivals up2.7 per cent year on year, and up 0.5 per cent for the same monthlast year.
    - 7 days ago, 5 Mar 12, 12:41pm -
  • Christchurch winery sparkles with award for best wine tourism restaurant
    Melton Estate, a boutique winery in West Melton Christchurch istoasting its success after being judged Best Wine TourismRestaurant in Christchurch / South Island for the Great WineCapitals of the World 2012 Wine Tourism Awards.
    - 12 days ago, 29 Feb 12, 2:01pm -
  • Tourism New Zealand Appoints General Manager-Asian Markets
    Tourism New Zealand is pleased to announce the appointmentof industry stalwart Tony Everitt, to the position of GeneralManager - Asian Markets.
    - 12 days ago, 29 Feb 12, 11:24am -
  • Back in business
    While there have been many challenges for Christchurch over thepast year, manufacturing and exports from the region, which is hometo some of New Zealand's leading businesses, remain strong.
    - 19 days ago, 22 Feb 12, 1:50pm -
  • Industry update webinars
    Tourism New Zealand is running webinar sessions withindustry over the coming month and we invite you to beinvolved. Japan, Europe and Australia will be profiled in a three partwebinar series.
    - 20 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 10:41am -
  • Trade events season about to kick off
    Travel sellers and potential visitors throughout Asia andAustralia are set to receive an influx of information aboutdestination New Zealand as the first of the 2012 offshore trade andconsumer events roll out.
    - 20 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 8:43am -
  • Creative projects
    Kiwi innovation features strongly in some creative communityprojects filling neighbourhood gaps in Christchurch.
    - 31 days ago, 9 Feb 12, 4:11pm -
  • New sports stadium and home for the Crusaders rugby team
    Having been displaced from their home, and playing no home gameslast year the Crusaders rugby team will be back in Christchurch in2012 at a new temporary stadium in Addington.
    - 31 days ago, 9 Feb 12, 3:59pm -
  • Cardboard cathedral
    Plans are underway to temporarily replace the ChristchurchCathedral with a cardboard cathedral.
    - 34 days ago, 6 Feb 12, 4:35pm -
  • New Zealand Inc China Strategy launched ‘to open doors to China’
    The New Zealand Inc China Strategy was today launched at afunction hosted by Prime Minister John Key at Auckland'sCloud.
    - 37 days ago, 3 Feb 12, 3:35pm -

Lifestyle News

  • newDowman out to prove a point
    There were only two points in it at the Carterton Events Centre on Saturday night (March 10th).Tony Dowman just edged out runner-up Duncan Brown during the Evening Show at the East Coast Regional Final for The National Bank Young Farmer Contest.
    - 1 hour ago, 12 Mar 12, 1:48am -
  • newChristchurch dating issues after the quake
    I was saddened to hear about the fact that Christchurch Cathedral is to come down, even if the result may not have been altogether unsurprising.  But as someone who has worked from Christchurch on Christchurch dating issues for almost five years - a…
    - 2 hours ago, 12 Mar 12, 1:16am -
  • newPowerbase shines spotlight on future stars
    Young achievers in the electrical industry will be given the opportunity to unlock their full potential at an Outward Bound course sponsored by Powerbase.
    - 2 hours ago, 12 Mar 12, 1:10am -
  • newWinery offers $10k for best green ideas
    Yealands Estate wines are offering customers the chance to submit their best green ideas and be in to win cash and other great prizes.
    - 6 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 8:43pm -
  • newBoredom busters these holidays
    The school holidays are fast approaching and Hutt City Council has once again got diverse and exciting programmes to keep youngsters happy and occupied during the break.
    - 7 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 8:18pm -
  • newPublic invited to farming 101
    Bruce Wills, President of Federated Farmers.
    - 7 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 8:13pm -
  • newEllerslie Flower Show ends on high
    More than 45,000 visitors enjoyed this year's Ellerslie International Flower Show, says Show Managing Director Dave Mee.
    - 24 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 3:40am -
  • newLarge crowd enjoys Wildfoods Festival
    For over 20 years, the Hokitika township has played host to a celebration of wild foods, wild drinks and wild times - and this year was no exception.
    - 2 days ago, 10 Mar 12, 5:54am -
  • Jockey boost for quake-hit junior rugby
    Jockey, one of the world's original underwear brands, has origins dating back to 1876, when Samuel T. Cooper established his wool hosiery business in Michigan, USA.
    - 2 days ago, 9 Mar 12, 10:56pm -
  • PM helps pick NZ's best lamb
    The Rt Hon John Key judged the 2012 Beef + Lamb New Zealand Golden Lamb Awards final at the Upper Clutha A & P Show in Wanaka.
    - 3 days ago, 9 Mar 12, 5:00am -

Chef's Arse

  • Food Porn: Chris Staines

    Food Porn: Chris Staines

    Todays Food Porn is by my old chef Chris Staines. Anyone wanting to work with a real inspirational leader that leads by example in the UK needs to seek out this man!Mackeral, veg a la greque and dashi jelly. Stunning.- Dan 
    - 3 days ago, 9 Mar 12, 11:18am -
  • Quotes from a Chef: Thomas Keller

    Quotes from a Chef: Thomas Keller

    After 3 years of being in storage in England and then shipped to NZ with a whole lot of books to keep it company, I finaly got my signed French Laundry menu back!Above chef Kellers signature it simply says....."Its all about finesse"Yes it is.- Dan
    - 3 days ago, 9 Mar 12, 11:09am -
  • Produce Update: 7th March 2012

    Produce Update: 7th March 2012

    JUST ARRIVED... PRODUCE COMMENTS COUNTRY Brussel Sprouts  NEW  New Season – Now available, good price and plentiful NZ Fejoias   NEW New Season has just begun  NZ Figs NEW Local Season started and good supply NZ…
    - 5 days ago, 7 Mar 12, 6:41am -
  • Masterclass: Ferran Adria

    Masterclass: Ferran Adria

    We've been away for a week moving house (stressful, highly recommend only living in 1 house for the rest of your life).So, by way of apology for disappearing for a week with no posts, here is the first part of an hours worth of a genius giving a lect…
    - 6 days ago, 6 Mar 12, 6:25am -
  • Film Reviews: Jiro Dreams of Sushi

    Film Reviews: Jiro Dreams of Sushi

    Due out later next month, this is a must see movie for all chefs. Jiro is a legend, and like all legends their stories must be told.Cant help but feel for his son though!- Dan
    - 13 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 10:15am -
  • Food Porn: Flocons de Sel (Megeve, France)

    Food Porn: Flocons de Sel (Megeve, France)

    Have a look at the newest 3 michelin star restaurant to hit France. Awesome Cep en Croute in this clip. If the music is a little dramatic for you do what I did and hit the mute button.- Dan
    - 13 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 9:29am -
  • Michelin Guide: France 2012

    Michelin Guide: France 2012

    Yay, its the first guide of the year. Let the geekdom begin!1 new 3*, 10 new 2*s and 58 1*s. Is the little red book being a little generous to its native country? Look up all the restaurants below with their shiny new etoiles and let us know what y…
    - 13 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 8:51am -
  • Film Review: Cook It Raw / Winter Was Hard - the movie

    Film Review: Cook It Raw / Winter Was Hard - the movie

    Although this event was 2 years ago now there are still a lot of people that are unaware of its existence. Though this is only a trailer it still gives you a great insight into the creative minds of the now and the future. Enjoy!- Dan
    - 13 days ago, 28 Feb 12, 5:45am -
  • Food Porn: Restaurant Geist (Copenhagen, Denmark)

    Food Porn: Restaurant Geist (Copenhagen, Denmark)

    Once again a dish from a Danish restaurant, Geist. Will we ever get bored of their style? ...probably not!Bo Bech rocking a wonderful eel, charred leek and nasturtion creation.- Dan   Do you have any food porn to share with New Zealand? Send us an…
    - 14 days ago, 27 Feb 12, 8:12am -
  • On the Menu: L'Arpège, Alain Passard (Paris, France)

    On the Menu: L'Arpège, Alain Passard (Paris, France)

    Alain PassardL'ArpègeParis, FranceMenu TruffeCoquetier "Maison de cuisine"liqueur d'érableCoquilles St Jacques de Bretagne à la truffedamierFines ravioles potagèresbouillon fumant aux racinesCollection légumièreimage du potager ce matinRobe de…
    - 14 days ago, 27 Feb 12, 7:51am -

Tourism Industry Blog

  • Why Tourism Can And Will Change Its Operating Model

    Why Tourism Can And Will Change Its Operating Model

    Anna Pollock continues her discussion on Conscious Travel and why the Tourism industry can and will change it's operating model
    - 39 days ago, 1 Feb 12, 7:32pm -
  • Holiday Home Rentals…An Owners Concern

    Holiday Home Rentals…An Owners Concern

    The holiday house short term accommodation market is continuing to grow, and with this growth comes associated tenancy problems on a larger scale than ever before.
    - 41 days ago, 30 Jan 12, 7:05pm -
  • WIFI Can Be The Maker or Breaker

    WIFI Can Be The Maker or Breaker

    James Hacon provides a pretty convincing list of reasons why as a tourism business you should offer free WIFI access for customers...
    - 53 days ago, 19 Jan 12, 8:32am -
  • Screw Tourism As Usual – 2012 is the Year to Make That Happen

    Screw Tourism As Usual – 2012 is the Year to Make That Happen

    Anna Pollock offers her thoughts and predictions for 2012 regarding business, capitalism and the Conscious Travel movement providing further thought provoking considerations for tourism entrepreneurs.
    - 59 days ago, 12 Jan 12, 8:03pm -
  • Preview: Responsible Tourism Week 2012

    Preview: Responsible Tourism Week 2012

    Responsible Tourism Week is an online unconference exploring down-to-earth applications of noble concepts including responsible tourism, conscious travel, local travel and ecotourism with practical and inexpensive social media. Everyone’s invited.
    - 61 days ago, 11 Jan 12, 7:42am -
  • Conscious Travel: The What and the Why

    Conscious Travel: The What and the Why

    The operating model that has created a global tourism industry is dying and a new model is emerging. The rules of the game are being re-invented, right now.
    - 65 days ago, 6 Jan 12, 9:16pm -
  • Managing Media for your Business During A Crisis Situation

    Managing Media for your Business During A Crisis Situation

    Some tips from Michelle Ackers on how to deal with media management for your business during a crisis situation
    - 72 days ago, 30 Dec 11, 8:33pm -
  • Evaluating the World Rugby Cup 2011: Report from Auckland

    Evaluating the World Rugby Cup 2011: Report from Auckland

    Auckland - It’s too soon to tell about the lasting legacies of the Rugby World Cup, but the Auckland Council has published its Rugby World Cup Evaluation Report.
    - 74 days ago, 29 Dec 11, 7:03am -
  • Radio Silence

    Radio Silence

    James Hacon passes on some advice for companies that are "on holiday" from their social media accounts...
    - 74 days ago, 28 Dec 11, 7:31pm -
  • Jasons New iPhone App

    Jasons New iPhone App

    James Hacon reviews the newly released Jasons iPhone app providing some relevant thoughts for tourism businesses and advertisers with Jasons.
    - 82 days ago, 21 Dec 11, 8:40am -

ATTTO NZ Latest News

  • Tourism New Zealand Webinar Series - Register Now

    Tourism New Zealand Webinar Series - Register Now

    Tourism New Zealand is running webinar seminars for the tourism industry over the coming month and you're invited to be involved.These are web-based, interactive up…
    - 10 days ago, 1 Mar 12, 10:22pm -
  • Why Coaching Your Employees is Important

    Why Coaching Your Employees is Important

    United Travel Mairangi Bay store manager Chris Harrop with trainee Sam Chambers. Whilst some organisations might be tempted to reduce their coa…
    - 14 days ago, 26 Feb 12, 10:34pm -
  • New Faces Bring Wealth of Experience to ATTTO

    New Faces Bring Wealth of Experience to ATTTO

    New Business Development Advisors: Tom Parsons and Wendy Fisher Two experienced tourism industry people have joined ATTTO’s Business Developm…
    - 19 days ago, 22 Feb 12, 12:12am -
  • Updated Assessment Resources for Tourism in Schools

    Updated Assessment Resources for Tourism in Schools

    Assessment tools for the below unit standards have recently been updated. These changes relate to Tourism unit standards taught in secondary schools (Level 2).Pleas…
    - 21 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 10:17pm -
  • Announcing 2011 Scholarship Winners
    In 2011 ATTTO offered scholarships for secondary and tertiary students studying aviation, tourism or travel.We are committed to ensuring that bright motivated people continue to work in these dynamic industries. ATTTO scholarships encourage young p…
    - 24 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 2:10am -
  • Increase to ATTTO Registration Fees
    From 31 January 2012 ATTTO has increased registration fees for all training programmes by $35 (excluding GST).We are making changes to ensure we provide better support to workplaces to help keep trainees on track with their training. This includes m…
    - 28 days ago, 12 Feb 12, 8:42pm -
  • New Aviation Appointment at ATTTO

    New Aviation Appointment at ATTTO

    John Cassidy (left) joins ATTTO's team of aviation experts, reporting to Dave Evans, Snr Training Advisor Experienced aeronautical engineer and…
    - 60 days ago, 11 Jan 12, 8:59pm -
  • Review of Industry Training - Service Industries Submission

    Review of Industry Training - Service Industries Submission

    Service industries employ 25% of the New Zealand workforce, almost 500,000 people. The Ministry of Education (MOE) is currently undertaking a r…
    - 62 days ago, 10 Jan 12, 1:21am -
  • ATTTO Christchurch Office Closed
    ATTTO's Christchurch office at Russley Business Park is currently closed due to earthquake damage.Our Christchurch-based staff are working remotely and can be reached on their mobiles or via email:Nikki Rogers - [email protected] - 027 667…
    - 62 days ago, 9 Jan 12, 9:03pm -
  • Next Steps for Review of Tourism Qualifications

    Next Steps for Review of Tourism Qualifications

    Members of the Governance Group for the Targeted Review of Tourism Qualifications met in Wellington in December. Pathways into tourism careers…
    - 84 days ago, 19 Dec 11, 3:38am -

Hospitality Magazine AU

NZ Herald - Restaurant Reviews

  • newNice way to get to the top in the kitchen
    Top London-based Kiwi chef Anna Hansen tells Alice Neville why it's possible to be up there with the best without throwing wobblies. Anna Hansen doesn't yell. She doesn't have tantrums or break plates. She's not a bully and she...
    - 1 day ago, 10 Mar 12, 5:30pm -
  • newReview: Tatsumi, Newmarket
    Anyone who has successfully set up a restaurant or cafe will tell you how crucial it is to build up a base of loyal diners. They will also tell you that this inevitably takes far longer than you'd think. So imagine if you'd successfully...
    - 1 day ago, 10 Mar 12, 5:30pm -
  • newRamsay says no to yelling at diners
    Gordon Ramsay says there's no comparison between himself and foul-mouthed Kiwi chef Georgio Cinderella - who abused customers before booting them out of a Christchurch restaurant.On his recent visit, the famous Scottish chef told...
    - 1 day ago, 10 Mar 12, 5:30pm -

NZ Food News

  • newBespoke food service is chef’s future winner

    Bespoke food service is chef’s future winner

    According to Kraft Foodservice, a division of international food corporation, Kraft Foods Global, tailor-made foodservice products are a coming trend that will deliver chefs exactly what they want.
    - 2 hours ago, 12 Mar 12, 1:17am -
  • newFine Wine Company takes stand on prices

    Fine Wine Company takes stand on prices

    The Fine Wine Delivery Company (FWDC) has come out against Treasury Wine Estates' decision to increase the prices of its top quality Penfolds wines.
    - 6 hours ago, 11 Mar 12, 9:21pm -
  • Penfold’s winemaker gets big gong

    Penfold’s winemaker gets big gong

    Australian winemaker Peter Gago has been voted the world's leading winemaker by members of the Institute of Masters of Wine.
    - 4 days ago, 8 Mar 12, 2:07am -