by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 2, 2010 | News
Laurent Tourondel has left his post as executive chef and partner at BLT Restaurant Group. He will continue to oversee kitchen operations for all management license properties, including 10 restaurants around the world. "This has been a great run for me,"...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 2, 2010 | News
Valley Forge Fabrics has donated 300 sets of sheets to the American Red Cross for Haitian earthquake survivors being treated medically in South Florida. The sheet sets were acquired from a customer through the company’s existing Hospitality Reclamation program,...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 1, 2010 | News
Choice Hotels opened 36 franchised properties (representing more than 3,500 guestrooms) in January, including six hotels in Poland, marking the chain’s entry there. Brands represented include Cambria Suites, Comfort Inn/Comfort Inn & Suites, Suburban...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 1, 2010 | News
The Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Torrance, California, has received LEED silver certification. This property runs a solar-powered electrical system and has incorporated eco-friendly and recycled construction materials into its design, such as reclaimed wood features on the...
by Alissa Ponchione | Mar 1, 2010 | News
Yotel came onto the travel scene three years ago with the introduction of "pods" in airports, where travelers could spend up to four hours recharging during layovers. Now, the company is heading to New York City with plans for a 669-room full hotel in Times...
