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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Nantucket Series: Dune Restaurant, Timeless Dining in a Converted Multi-Story House...

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Dune Restaurant after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its architectural charm, innovative cuisine, and exceptional service...

Nantucket Series: Ethos Wine Bar & Bistro, Farm-to-Table Dining in Historic...

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Ethos Wine Bar & Bistro after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its inviting pub-style ambiance, a creative menu featuring fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, and a wide selection of expertly crafted beverages...

Smyth: Chicago’s Michelin-Starred Gem Redefining American Gastronomy

Smyth, a celebrated restaurant in Chicago’s West Loop, is a testament to the innovative culinary vision of husband-and-wife duo John and Karen Urie Shields. Named after Smyth County, Virginia, where the couple once operated a rural restaurant, Smyth has become a beacon of American gastronomy, earning three Michelin stars and a spot on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list...

Nantucket Series: Island Kitchen, A Top-Notch Breakfast Spot Redefining Mornings

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Island Kitchen after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its top-notch breakfast menu, inviting indoor dining space and patio, and the impeccable service provided by the staff...

Nantucket Series: Upscale Dining at Nantucket Tap Room, New England’s Classic...

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for The Nantucket Tap Room after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its historical tavern ambiance, signature New England-inspired menu, and attentive and knowledgeable staff...

Nantucket Series: Dining by the Harbor, CRU Nantucket Oyster Bar’s Fresh...

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for CRU Nantucket Oyster Bar after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its picturesque waterfront location, innovative seafood offerings, and the welcoming yet refined ambiance...

Nantucket Series: A Taste of Persia in Nantucket, Inside Lemon Press

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Lemon Press after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in offering a great Persian menu with meal variety, a trendy ambiance ideal for both coffee and champagne toasts, and exceptional service...

L’Abysse Opens at Hôtel Hermitage

On July 9, 2024, the culinary scene in Monaco was revolutionized by the formal inauguration of L'Abysse at Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, a joint venture between the esteemed chefs Yannick Alléno and Yasunari Okazaki. Building on the success of Alléno’s Pavyllon Monte-Carlo, L’Abysse brings a fresh perspective to sushi, blending innovative French techniques with traditional Japanese artistry...

NUMU Boutique Hotel Opens NŌIA Mediterranean Rooftop Restaurant

NUMU Boutique Hotel, a new addition to the historic city of San Miguel de Allende, has introduced NŌIA, a Mediterranean rooftop restaurant that showcases the finest Mexican ingredients. Led by Executive Chef Omar Tovar, NŌIA blends local Mexican flavors with coastal European influences, offering a unique dining experience that reflects the rich cultural identity of San Miguel de Allende...

Laguna Series: Indulge in Authentic Asian Coastal Flavors at Starfish

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Starfish after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in the quality and wide selection of its Asian menu offerings, the friendly and attentive service, and the vibrant ambiance...

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The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023

Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023. We recognize the outstanding achievements of these leaders who are at the highest levels of the hospitality industry. Despite the many titles that can be found in this year's list – whether it be CEO, president, or founder – all of these exceptional individuals are responsible for overseeing the overall business strategies for some of the most respected names in the world of luxury hotels...

The Top 25 Hotels and Executives of New York for 2023

Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotels of New York for 2023. No place epitomizes luxury like the Empire State. Its iconic metropolis, New York City, or the Big Apple, stands as a premier destination for those seeking a myriad of upscale accommodations. In Manhattan alone, the area boasts hundreds of hotels catering to diverse and discriminating tastes. Ranging from timeless classics to avant-garde modern establishments, these accommodations are celebrated for their sophisticated lounges offering panoramic city views, indulgent spas, high-thread-count linens, and exquisite five-star dining experiences...

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While many travelers flock out west for traditional ski trips and winter vacations, those looking for a more intimate and tailored experience know to head Northeast to Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vermont. A destination for all seasons, Spruce Peak is the perfect home base for all your adventures...

Ian Schrager Succeeds With Latest Venture, Kind Of

It’s been four decades since the days of Studio 54 and since then Ian Schrager has successfully evolved into a multifaceted creative and business...

II San Pietro Di Positano, A Jewel Of Italian Hospitality On The Amalfi Coast

Il San Pietro di Positano is a family-run Relais and Chateaux property, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the bay of Positano and located a few miles’ shuttle-ride away from town. The property is at one with its natural environment, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning panoramic views.

Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated

The only true constant is change and when the hotel world around is abuzz offering greater luxuries, pristine accommodations and highly personalized customer service, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel founded in the 1800’s could still command the respect from all its peers. Such is the case with the Ritz Paris. Undoubtedly its location in central Paris and unmistakable architecture have made it a big draw for movie settings, photographs and other big events...

Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model

Inspirato, renowned for its exclusive approach to luxury travel, in its 13th year, has achieved profitability, bolstered by a $25 million funding round from Capital One in October 2023. The company targets affluent clients, with over half of its members earning more than $500,000 annually...

Leading Hospitality Staffing Company Sold By Family Office

Littlejohn Capital, a family office owned by Angus C. Littlejohn Jr., the co-founder of Littlejohn & Co., recently announced the sale of its portfolio company Hospitality Staffing Solutions. CEO of HSS Tim McPherson stated, "As a recognized industry leader offering the highest quality of staffing and related managed services, we enable our hospitality partners to focus on their core business...

Rosewood Brand and Presence Becomes More Prevalent

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts was acquired by the family of billionaire Henry Cheng in 2011 for $229.5 million and since then the company has...