Chef advocates collectives for food security –
A new collective of iconic Kiwi chefs has come together under the Kiwi Harvest banner to tell the organization’s story and advocate for a more secure food Aotearoa. Joining existing ambassador, Peter Gordon, are four new recruits: Michael Meredith, Brent Martin, Kylee Newton and Alfie Ingham. Established in 2012, KiwiHarvest exists to address Aotearoa’s dual issues of food insecurity and food waste. By rescuing and redistributing surplus stock from its 280+ food donors, they’re able to get food into communities across its five national locations, delivering regularly to over 240 recipient charities. KiwiHarvest says, however, there is so much more…
NS hotels provide shelter for the unhoused
As the executive director of Adsum for Women and Children, Sheri Lecker knows first-hand just how important hotels have been for housing people left with nowhere to go. The non-profit provides emergency shelter to women, families, youth, and gender-diverse individuals in need. “We use hotels because the shelters are full,” says Lecker. Adsum and another non-profit, Welcome Housing and Support Services, assist those people as part of the province’s Shelter Diversion Support Program. Between the two organizations, Lecker says they’re helping 270 people currently living in a dozen hotels in the city. More than 50 of them are children. “As…
MPs criticize Hereford hotel asylum seeker plans
Many councils across England have criticized the lack of consultation over how hotels are identified. Sir Bill Wiggin, Tory MP for North Herefordshire, said he was angry at how migrants and people in the county were being treated. He also called for asylum applications to be speeded up. Jane Straker, from the Herefordshire City of Sanctuary group, said giving migrants a refuge in the city was the right thing to do, despite the demand on services. Last week the Bishop of Hereford criticized some of the language he had seen online surrounding the hotel plan. The government has a statutory…
How to Throw a Kentucky Derby Party: A 10-Step Guide
The Kentucky Derby is an incredibly popular broadcasting event, bringing millions of in-person and virtual spectators together to watch the race live each year. According to recent Comcast reporting, the event draws an average of 16 million viewers annually. Full of pomp, circumstance, and tradition, the Kentucky Derby is a fashion-forward event that sports fanatics, horse racing enthusiasts, socialites, gambling-lovers, fashionistas, and party-goers look forward to each year. If you’re interested in getting in on the fun and want to know how to throw a Kentucky Derby party, we can help. The race at the center of the derby, dubbed…
Spotlighting Past Hall of Fame Inductees
Recognized for being industry pioneers, inductees to the HFTP International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame are the individuals behind much of the hospitality industry’s technology developments. Since 1989, 51 innovative and influential professionals have been selected to be a part of this venerated group, and this Spring, nominations are once-again being accepted for 2023 nominees. The deadline to apply is April 17, with inductees recognized at the upcoming HITEC Toronto on June 27. Jeff Edwards, also a 2023 inductee, said, “Being inducted into the Hall of Fame is a true career honor, as it is a recognition by my industry…
What is a direct booking?
April 5, 2023 Blog, Hotel Industry A direct booking refers to a reservation made directly with a service provider, such as a hotel or airline, without the involvement of a third-party booking agent or intermediary. This means that the customer contacts the service provider directly, either through their website, phone or email, to make a reservation or purchase a product or service. Direct bookings are becoming increasingly popular as they often offer several advantages over bookings made through third-party agents. For example, direct bookings may come with lower prices, more flexible cancellation policies, and better customer service. Additionally, service providers…