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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) In a sad announcement on Tuesday, the Oberoi Group revealed the peaceful passing of Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, affectionately known as ‘Biki,’ Chairman Emeritus of The Oberoi Group. A stalwart in the Indian hospitality industry, Oberoi’s visionary leadership forever transformed the landscape of luxury hotels. Born on February 3, 1929, in Delhi, Oberoi was the son of the late Rai Bahadur MS Oberoi, the visionary founder of The Oberoi Group. Educated at St. Paul’s School in Darjeeling and a graduate of Hotel Management from Lausanne, Switzerland, Oberoi played a pivotal role in putting India’s first five-star hotel on the…

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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) CYK Hospitalities, a renowned end-to-end F&B consultancy, has unveiled the rejuvenated Urban Deck in Agra’s culinary scene. The decade-old Urban Deck has undergone a menu transformation that seamlessly integrates European and Indian culinary traditions, resulting in a unique and exciting dining experience for patrons. Pulkit Arora, Director of CYK Hospitalities, expressed the vision behind this culinary innovation: “Urban Deck is a decade-old establishment in the city, celebrated for its menu and flavors. We wanted to infuse new life into the existing menu by harmoniously blending European and Indian culinary traditions to create an exceptional dining experience. Our approach involved…

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-Tulasi(cbedit@imaws.org) Chittoor, 72 km from Tirupati, is a small town with a limited number of hotels catering to the needs of the corporate executives majorly. With granite, and food pulp factories situated close to the town, 75 percent of the occupancy in the hotels is by the representatives of corporate companies. Significantly, there are no 5-star hotels in the town, which can help us gauge the quality of spending and life in the town. Hotels in Chittoor are short of skilled staff, both in the kitchen and those serving in the restaurant. Running the hotels has also become very tough…

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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) The fifth Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris is due to take place from 12 to 14 February 2024 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The Vinexposium group’s flagship exhibition is readying to ramp up the experience and is inviting wine and spirits professionals from across the globe to join this premier event in 2024. February 12-13-14 promises to be action-packed with even more regions, countries, conversations, inspiration, and business relations to get rolling and consolidate. On top of this, the same enthusiastic welcome by the teams at Vinexposium is sure to make this event an unforgettable highlight of the…

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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) announced that Saudi Arabia will host the 26th General Assembly in 2025 during the 25th General Assembly held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from October 16-20, 2023. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a prominent member of the General Assembly, plays a pivotal role on the international stage. As a distinguished member of the General Assembly, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia now prepares to host the 26th General Assembly in 2025. The General Assembly, established in 1975, features representatives from 159 Member States, private sector stakeholders, and non-governmental organizations and serves as the governing body…

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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) In a momentous collaboration, Marriott International has joined forces with Bhakti Akarsh Residency Private Limited to construct the first-ever five-star hotel in the sacred city of Vrindavan, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The official signing of this partnership took place against the backdrop of the prestigious Global Design Confluence 2023, a co-sponsored event by Marriott International and Hotelier India, with the support of Jaquar. The signing ceremony unfolded in the lavish setting of the Courtyard by Marriott Aravalli. Ranju Alex, the Area Vice-President for South Asia at Marriott International, graced the occasion with his presence, alongside senior…

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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) In a recent development, Lemon Tree Hotels has unveiled its latest signing, Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels, set to grace the picturesque city of Dehradun. Anticipated to open its doors by the fiscal year 2027, this exciting addition to the Lemon Tree Hotels family will be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary and the management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited. The charming city of Dehradun, nestled in the stunning Doon Valley of Uttarakhand, is a thriving holiday destination, known for its lush landscapes and serene surroundings. Situated between the Song River, a tributary of…

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-NewsDesk(cbedit@imaws.org) A culinary extravaganza of global proportions is on the horizon as FHA-HoReCa, Asia’s premier hospitality event, joins forces with the World Association of Chefs Societies, Worldchefs, to host Singapore’s inaugural Global Chefs Challenge Finals. This much-anticipated event will gather the world’s most exceptional chefs to showcase their culinary prowess, featuring an exciting addition – the Global Vegan Chefs Challenge. The Global Chefs Challenge Finals will see participation from the top 72 chefs representing 25 countries, all of whom earned their spots based on outstanding performances at the Worldchefs Regional Semi-Finals held in 2023. This culinary showdown is slated to…

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