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Smart Moves in The Bahamas, New York City and More

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He has spent 11 of these years at InterContinental properties, and most recently served as general manager of Marriott International – Sheraton Tel Aviv, which saw him named Marriott General Manager of the Year in 2018 for successfully guiding the properties through numerous renovations and a rebrand.

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Smart Moves: Food and Beverage

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Before this, he held executive culinary roles at The Carlyle, a Rosewood Hotel in New York City; The Ritz-Carlton Dubai; The Ritz-Carlton Osaka; and The Regent Hotels & Resorts. Hotel Wailea in Maui named Abac food and beverage director. Hotel Wailea in Maui named Abac food and beverage director.

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Food and Beverage Trends for 2018

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Looking to the year ahead , we are all eagerly anticipating the new food and beverage trends that will emerge. There’s been an emphasis on the desire for experiential outings, whether in travel, food or shopping. The better the food, the better the Instagram photo? Food Walls. Experiential Catering.

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Smart Moves in Tennessee, D.C. and More

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Espina has spent over 20 years in hotel operations and food and beverage management, having held leadership roles such as director of restaurants at Four Seasons Resort Whistler in Canada, and director of food and beverage at Four Seasons Hotel Austin. Joele Brew Hatton. David Sandler. Mark Goeman.

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Best Food-Truck Catering for Your Next Event

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Food trucks are fun, convenient, serve delicious food at a fraction of the cost of a sit-down meal, and are a great addition to any event. A post shared by Rasta Rita Margarita Truck (@rastaritamargarita) on Feb 3, 2018 at 8:15pm PST. Koi Fusion offers Korean food with a twist. Phil’s Steaks, New York City.

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, Virginia and More

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Before this, he was director of rooms for Hyatt Regency Seattle, where he worked on the opening team in 2018, as well as director of food and beverage for Grand Hyatt Denver. David Cirincione. Cirincione is general manager for White Lodging’s dual-branded Le Meridien and AC Hotel Denver Downtown in Colorado. Kelly Catherine.

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Executive Q&A: How Long-time US Open Sponsor Grey Goose Has Evolved its Engagement Tactics

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The beverage has become nearly as symbolic of the tennis tournament as the matches themselves, and this year marked the 15th anniversary of its debut. AA: Though the Honey Deuce has been served at every US Open for the last 15 years, we have come up with new ways to keep the partnership fresh. What has been your approach?