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Today saw the release of @codehospitality 30 under 30 shining a light 💡on the most influential young people in hospitality today
A huge, huge congratulations to everyone mentioned 🥂if you are anything to go by, the future of our tricky but wonderful industry is in very good and ambitious hands 🙌🏼
An extra special GG shout out 📣to those at @NobleRotbar, @Claridgeshotel, @estellemanor @cafefrancoislondon and @highergroundmcr
And a big round of applause to the teams @Devonshiresoho , @arlingtonrestaurant and @theparklondon for being such great examples of young people embracing the great industry that is Hospitality 👏🏼
#CODE30under30 #CODE #hospitalitystars #hospitalitytalent
December is upon us, and we can’t be the only ones counting down the days…and what better way than with a foodie advent calendar?🎄
In recent years, advent calendars have moved way beyond chocolate into more elaborate territories, and since we’re fans of the weird and wonderful, we really love the idea of something for everyone. So, let us present you…
🍸 For cocktail aficionados, it has to be @mothdrinks
🍅 Positively saucy choice @heinz’s ‘12 Day’s of Saucemas’ with 12 bottles of Heinz favourites
🧀 For cheese lovers there’s @paxtonscheese with 12 hand cut and wrapped artisan cheeses
☕️ For coffee enthusiasts, @grind have got you covered
🎁 For those who want to feast on a little bit of everything, there’s @daylesfordfarm and @cartwright_butler
🍿 For the sweet-toothed stepping away from the classic chocolate, there’s @theofficialselfridges ’12 days of Panettone’, @biscuiteersltd decorative biscuits or @joeandseph’s popcorn calendar
🍞 For the toast fans there’s @bonnemaman_uk’s, with 23 mini conserve jars
#adventcalendars #advent #christmas #foodie #christmascountdown
Bistro Freddie - our latest dinner outing🕯️
Not the newest kid on the block, but it sure made a great name for itself since opening last year as one of Shoreditch’s favourites 🇫🇷
From the talented team behind @ham.restaurants @domhamdy and Head Chef @annasogaard, this is a great example of a layered concept that charms you with its simplicity and exudes warmth from the moment you walk through its doors. ‘Emotion per square foot’ is felt here - the tone is set by the charmingly ‘hand written’ menus, the perfectly pitched service and the rustic candle light. Add the best of British produce and beautiful French wines into the mix of bistro classics, and you get an effortlessly chic spot that works for all of life’s occasions – long awaited catch ups with friends, special date nights, and when you simply need some great chips with mayo. Bon appetite… 🍽️
#restaurantrecommendation #londonfoodguide #bistrofreddie
Spotlight on @carousel_ldn 🔦✨ Having just celebrated their 10th birthday in October, Carousel has, in our eyes, long been a London legend!
With a rotating programme of trailblazing chefs from across the globe, they’re on a mission to diversify the London food scene and connect a global community of innovators and adventurers 👏 A place where everybody wins - we, the diners, get to broaden our culinary horizons and experience some of the best food and cocktails around the world, and the talented chefs and bartenders in turn get a gig that could change everything🌟
Here at GG, we ❤️ what they stand for and can’t wait to see who’s coming next…
#carousellondon #londonrestaurantguide #explorelondon #londonfoodies
Green Hospitality 💚 We’re seeing the introduction of ‘green awards’ ever motivating restaurants, bars and hotels to strive for better practices 🌱
From @michelinguide’s Green Star and @theworlds50best’s sustainability awards to @FoodMadeGood’s Standard, there are sustainable seals of approval to seek out 🌍
Just a few of our best loved locals recognised by @FoodMadeGood’s Standard:
💚 @apricityrestaurant with an uplifting 360 approach to sustainability, from supply chains and waste to team ethos
💚 @lyleslondon with a low waste, nose to tail approach and seasonality at its heart
💚 @bibi_ldn with urban foraged ingredients, low waste techniques and highly considered working hours
#sustainability #sustainablerestaurants #awards
Excited is an understatement 📣🍸The 1st ever New York Bartender Week is here, until 24th November!
NYC will buzz with an epic celebration of its vibrant bar scene which is ‘part trade and media symposium, part consumer festival, and full-on tourism initiative’ ⭐️
While we’ll be watching from afar this year, we’re excited to see the city and state’s dynamic bar culture come alive. With an insane number of bars across a stunning breadth (from neighbourhood joints and swanky hotels to old icons and even edgy restaurants getting in on the act), NYC’s sense of hospitality shines, proving this people-focused industry is one incredible community 👏🏼
Oh how we’d love to be stopping in at…
@ilisnyc
@katanakitten
@barcontra
@majorfoodgroup @dirtyfrench
@angelssharenyc
@shinjisbar
Cheers to all taking part🥂#newyorkbartenderweek #cocktailsinthecity #nycbestbars
Chef X Hotel 🍽️, matches made in culinary heaven
London is awash with luxury partnerships in the fine dining space - think Claude Bosi at The Peninsula, Akira Back at Mandarin Oriental, Yannick Alleno at Four Seasons, Alex Dilling at Cafe Royale, to name a few
Here at Gorgeous Group, we see the following as key ingredients in the recipe for most successful partnerships - ⭐️emotional connection, shared values, mutual respect and full alignment on who the target audiences are ⭐️ Some great examples of existing collaborations in this space are @jamesclose__ at @rockliffe_hall , @jackson_boxer for @cowleymanor , @angelacooking at @limewoodhotel , @adambyatt at @browns_hotel , @anthony_demetre at @sofitellondon , @tomsstory at @1hotel.mayfair , @michel_roux_jr at @langham_london , @littlechefsally at @conradlondonsj
#topchefs #hotel #finedininglondon #yeschef #luxurydiningexperiences #chefcollab
💬 “Do only one thing, but do it exceptionally well” - a quote familiar to many, and one that’s clearly inspired a flurry of new openings in hospitality these last few years
⭐️ Monoproduct concepts keep hitting the headlines, with many of us seeking refuge in a menu so stripped back that it takes any risk of decision making paralysis off the table
In the spotlight:
🍔 @supernovaburger and @junksmashburgers - the TikTok sensations battling it out in the ‘smash burger’ space with queues round the block and a razor sharp focus on their hero product
🍩 @donutelier ‘s ‘too-pretty-to-eat’ designer doughnuts
🍪 @cremelondon with a small but evolving rotation of several flavours of their iconically chunky cookies
🍕 @rias_london with their simple ‘deep dish pizza slice ‘n’ wine’ offering, not spreading themselves too thin (pun intended)
#heroproduct #tastesensation #hospitalitytrends #londonrestaurantscene #londonfoodguide
The revival of air travel glamour of the ‘70s? ✈️
Admittedly, we may no longer have jamón sliced in front of us to order, or hot soup lovingly ladled out at our seats (*probably for the best!*), but the culinary competition to attract and impress the most discerning of passengers is rife
Airlines are seizing the opportunity to move the needle on their Food & Beverage offerings, above all in the premium travel classes 🍽️
🍾 @emirates - have spent a billion euros on their new wine program in 2023, introducing rare vintages of Dom Perignon and Veuve Cliquot into the mix
🥄 @qatarairways - now bringing Business closer to First class with their caviar service 🥄
⏱️ @qantas - their head of Culinary, chef Neill Perry, crafting recipes to support relaxation or invigorate and awaken, depending on guest’s onward itinerary
👨🍳 @singaporeair - ‘Book the Cook’ option allows guests to pre-select from a range curated by five world-renowned chefs from their Culinary Panel (ICP)
#luxurytravel
#flyinginstyle
#luxuryinnovation
#airlineluxury
#firstclassdining
Feasting our eyes on these gorgeous illustrated menus ✨🎨 Bringing artistry to the hospitality experience is more than just aesthetic design, it’s about deepening the connection with the dishes or drinks and the stories behind them…
Take @chezpanisse ‘s timeless illustrations created by @patcurtan 🌿, or the visual storytelling at @nomacph through collaborations with artists like @byfelicialiang 🎨 or last but not least, the beautiful Book of Berries menu at @thegleneagleshotel American Bar 🐝✨ Menus that do more than a list - they tell stories ✨
#menuillustration #chezpanisse #nomacph #thegleneagleshotel #menudesign #illustratedmenu
Gone are the days where weight of a restaurant visit rested on the shoulders of a single charismatic Maître d’…
Today, whilst an enigmatic host still anchors an experience, we are all about celebrating amazing TEAMS, where everyone plays a part in weaving magic 👫⭐️
A huge shout out to all the teams out there making everyone who walks through their doors feel like the ultimate VIP, we wanted to give an extra special thumbs up to just a few of those (as there aren’t enough hours in the day to mention them all)
The much loved London spots whose teams can’t help but make us smile:
☺️@dishoom - their awards haul for team wellbeing and happiness speaks for itself, you really can feel the love
☺️@Apricityrestaurant their conscious hospitality approach that goes beyond the plate, to a people centric approach leading to some seriously happy teams – they were recognised in @codehospitality “Happiest places to work” awards this year as were @bubala_london, a brand whose consistent work to improve the ‘work life balance’ really translates into a whole lot of love from the team
😊One more spot that can’t help but spark joy - @maisonfrancoislondon with their friendly approach, ridiculous attention to detail and of course that dessert cart
#happyteams #teamwellbeing #restaurants #londonrestaurants #happyworkplace #hospitalityheroes
A client spotlight 🌟
Huge congratulations to the team at @reverybarparklane at London Hilton Park Lane for winning @ahead_awards 2024 “Best European Bar” and “Best Hotel Bar” awards!🏆
It’s a fortune and a privilege for us at Gorgeous Group to have been working with Hilton for over twenty years, and we are humbled to have played a small part in helping to create the 🪄Revery experience🪄 One of the best companies to work for, and equally amazing to work with
A special round of applause to Designed In-house and @avroko, as well as @stircreativecollective and the fantastic Hilton F&B Europe team for their continuous support and collaboration 🙌
We can’t wait to see what’s in store for you in years to come 🚀
#bardesign #hotelbars #londonbars #hospitalityinteriors #memorableexperiences
The best of the food styling era 🥢
When it comes to events, luxury brands and fashion houses are placing food and drink centrestage, hiring culinary studios to create hospitality experiences that not only cause a stir aesthetically but taste amazing too 💅
Just a few of the amazing teams making a splash:
👏 @balboste_paris crafting unforgettable experience for brands from Volvo to Loewe
👏 @lailacooks of Gohar World who sees food as her creative medium
👏 @we.are.ona with a strong focus on creating an emotional connection between brands and their audiences
#fashion #fashionxfood #hospitality #experiencedesign #unforgettable #artxfood #foodstyling #tablescapestylist
The art of revival🪽
Hospitality and design industries often bring fresh perspectives to forgotten objects, blending sustainability with creativity to craft something truly unique. Whether it’s transforming heirloom china into clever contemporary statement pieces, or reimagining coffee waste into sustainable furniture, these stories remind us that beauty often lies in the act of reinvention. Some pioneers in this space that we’re loving:
🫶🏼 @richardbrendonstudio Reflect Collection – born from a desire to ‘rescue’ precious vintage china saucers that have long lost their matching cup; by making a teacup with a reflective surface and placing this on the saucer, it immediately breathes new life into them and completes the set
🫶🏼 @lowpoly.studio stunning, bespoke biodegradable furniture made with discarded coffee grounds for D·Origen coffee shop in Barcelona
🫶🏼 @thecork_collective taking NYC by storm, they’re transforming the humble cork wine stoppers into a symbol of sustainability
#sustainabledesign #upcyclerevolution #ecoluxury #hospitalitydesign #designforgood #ecochic #zerowastelifestyle
Hospitality and social belonging✨; a spotlight on London’s ‘clubhouse’ restaurants new and old. Exclusive, artistic and authentic spaces that transcend the traditional dining experience by fostering a deep sense of community and connection.
Attracting a collection of specific social tribes, they’ve become a lot more than places to eat; With unique line ups of activities and carefully curated programming, these spaces are hubs for regulars to gather, share, and immerse in a distinct cultural identity.
Ultimately, despite not being ‘private’, they enrich both the atmosphere and guest loyalty, and become long standing icons in their own right.
@sessionsartsclub
@chilternfirehouse
@ambassadorsclubhouse
#londondining #luxurydining #foodculture #hospitalitytrends #newopenings
Beautiful Kolkata .. #restaurant #kolkata #india #cocktails #chai #snacks #food #drinks #nostalgia #cityofjoykolkata
Introducing the @hashihome_ debut tableware collection launching November 12, 2024 ✨🍽️
Hashi Home is a ‘a conscious rebellion against the culture of excess’ 🌞 Their handcrafted set is inspired by the Japanese wabi-sabi philosophy, celebrating beauty in imperfection and bringing mindfulness to the dining experience 🌸 Jazmin Valdes Hamid, the founder of HH, collaborated with Peruvian artisans to capture the natural textures and colours of the Peruvian dunes reflecting the harmony and irregularity of the natural patterns 🌄
#hashihome #wabisabi #tablewarecollection #artisantableware #mindfullness #tableware #tablewaredesign
Immersive and experiential art works and experiences are everywhere! But where did they come from, 🤔how have they taken over our social lives (and feeds) and are there any learnings hospitality can take from them to create relevant experiences which engage with guests without tipping over into feeling gimmicky overly done?
Experiential art emerged out of the 1960s ‘happenings’ focusing on the viewers direct engagement and interaction between artwork and audience, unlike traditional visual arts 🖼️ it shifted viewers from passive observers to active participants blurring the lines between artist, artwork, and observer. Growing in popularity from the late 2000s drive in part due to wider consumer trends (we have all heard about the experience economy) the adoption of the smart phone and of course our appetite to boost that social currency on our visually driven feeds 📱
From digital installations, performance art these multi sensory experiences evoke emotional reactions cognitive 🧠, emotional and physical engaging the senses an entertaining driven by the viewer and gently guided by the artist. Sound familiar??
Masters of blending hospitality and experiential art experiences to transform the way guest interact with the food and those around them, creating unforgettable experiences and transporting guests
@sublimotionibiza
@restaurantalchemist
@steinbeisserorg
Immersive art experiences making a mark on London in 2024
@yayoikusama_
@_lightroomldn
@framelessldn
@180.studios
@delight_exhibition
@vangogh.experience
#immersive #immersiveart #experience #immersivedining
What’s the secret to elevating any dining experience?
Simple - order a Martini. In the spotlight more than ever in 2024, and for good reason - few cocktails make us feel as powerful, as fashionable, as elegant or discerning. Whether you’re team vodka or gin, you can:
🫒Test the waters at @threesheetsbars - it’s on the sweeter and smoother side, for when you’re not feeling too bold
🌶️ Match it to your personality (or current mood) with an entire Martini menu to work your way through at @thedoverrestaurant (Hot & Dirty was something new for us!)
🍋 Go all out with a truly ceremonious affair at @theconnaught, making it your own with your choice of bitters
Cheers to more Martini moments 🍸
#londonbars #martinimoments #shakennotstirred #classiccocktails #londonfoodguide
With worlds of Fashion 🪞and Art 🎨 ruling our social diaries lately, we can’t help but reflect on just how much Hospitality also comes into play. Their relationship intertwined more than ever, top designers have long been shaping the vision for the most luxurious hotels and suites worldwide. We see brands that share close values and audiences join forces to create emotional brand experiences for their guests to experience on a new physical level; each property bringing a designer’s unique aesthetic to life, offering guests a fashionable escape.
These destinations blurring lines between haute couture and high end hospitality are not to be missed for trendsetters and discerning travellers alike:
📍Paul Smith Suite at Brown’s Hotel, London - playful, quirky British charm with unmistakable pops of colour and textiles
📍Louis Vuitton Hotel, opening in Paris, 2026 – a world’s first, opening in the heart of the fashion house’s home (with the most Instagrammable “under construction” cover we’ve seen)
📍Hotel Vermelho by Louboutin, Portugal – where beautifully bold colours and iconic red hues invite their guests to live la vie en rouge
📍Tortuga Bay by Oscar de la Renta, Dominican Republic – designer’s homage to his birthplace, marrying tropical elegance with Caribbean flair
📍Ralph Lauren Suite at Round Hill Hotel, Jamaica – classically timeless design with coastal charm by the American fashion icon
📍Villa Mabrouka by Jasper Conran, Morocco - a chic homage to YSL’s former residence with an artful Moroccan twist
📍Dior Suite at St. Regis, NYC - French sophistication and timeless luxury with Dior’s signature touch
📍Gucci at The Savoy, London - an opulent, contemporary tribute born our of Gucci’s historical links to the hotel
📍Diane Von Furstenberg at Claridge’s, London – feminine, glamourous, and packed with signature DVF prints
#hautecouturedesigner #designerhotel #luxurytraveller #luxurytraveladvisor #travelinstyle #besthotelsintheworld #luxuryhoteldesign #designinspirations
A sunny Friday calls for a positive spotlight on brands that embody the “Luxury meets mission” mantra; mindful and considered luxury experiences with the added value of being a force for good👏 We’re taking a moment to share the love for just a few of the many incredible initiatives in our industry:
💚 1 Hotels @1hotels - ‘the first mission-driven luxury hotel brand, where nature inspires everything we do’
💚 Home Kitchen @homekitchenlondon - the newest London opening by Michelin starred chef Adam Simmonds - ‘the world’s first fine dining restaurant staffed by homeless people’
💚 Lina Stores @linastores - an enticing calendar of charity events including a ‘Truffle Cook Off’ this month with a line up of top London chefs going head to head in partnership with @streetsmartuk
💚 Apricity, London @apricityrestaurant - sociable opening times and away days to ensure their team’s wellbeing is looked after. Plus a Green Michelin star!
💚 Akub, London @akub.london - chef Fadi Kattan’s restaurant hosting #cookforpalestine supper clubs, raising money for vital medical aid in Palestine
💚 Habitas @our_habitas - global resorts with giving back at the heart of the experience, focused on empowering local communities, cultures and conservation efforts
#luxury #luxuryhospitality #charity #charityinitiatives #givingback #mission #positiveimpact
“Art 🤝 hospitality. A relationship that runs deeper than wall decoration. From the legendary exchanges of art as payment to the last-minute changes of heart, most famously Rothko in 1958 when commissioned to create mural scale canvases for the Four Seasons restaurant in the Seagrams building for a fee of $327,000 (today's 💰), decided he did not want his artworks to decorate walls for only the wealthy to see and refunded the project. The artworks now hang in the Tate Modern for all to soak in their moody splendour.
Whether you have an obsession for oil on canvas, go weak at the knees for sculpture or go giddy for a sketch there is a hotel out there waiting for your visit here is a small sample
🎨La Colombe d’Or 🇫🇷where Miro, Picasso and Calder would exchange their artworks for a night’s stay, dinner or just because they called it home
🎨For a more contemporary flavour in 🇫🇷 head to @villalacoste where guests are greeted by one of Louise Bourgois spiders, along with pieces by Sophie Calle, Ai Weiwei and Tracey Emin to name a few
🎨🇬🇧the masters of art curation remain @artfarm from the grand Scottish escape @thefifearms to London Pub @audleypublichouse no everywhere you look art is woven into the DNA of the spaces
🎨🇯🇵Benese House Museum on the island of Naoshima - based on the principle that nature, art and architecture can coexist and has a collection featuring Hockney, Giacometti, Anthony Gormley, and Yayoi Kusama
🎨🇺🇸 hot spot @faenamiamibeach - not only boasts pieces by Jeff Koons and Damien Hirst, its aesthetic was also helped along with way by Oscar winning duo Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin AND they have founded their own art prize to promote “out of the box thinking and experimentation”
🎨Oslo’s🇳🇴 @thethief works in partnership with globally renowned local gallery @astrupfearnleymuseet curating works from the likes of Warhol, Fiona Banner and Richard Prince
🎨 Cape Town 🇿🇦 @thesilohotel_ has not wasted the opportunity of connecting with @zeitzmocca to amass one of the largest collections of contemporary African artists including Cyrus Kabiru and Nandipha Mntambo
Old School Italian Glamour could be the soul soothing remedy of our times 🍝
The resurgence of “nostalgia” as a key cultural theme of 2024 saw one cuisine rise up in the ranks to the very top, and that was Italian; for a touch of glamour, make that New York-Italian 🇮🇹
We find ourselves yearning for authentic, relaxed, timeless dining experiences and more importantly for hospitality that makes us smile; feeling looked after with a whole lot of warmth, and a little sprinkling of magic ✨
And who better suited to the role of bringing us joy than a nation whose cuisine brims with the promise of generous, simple, familiar flavours and famiglia style dining❤️🔥
Some of the iconic spots that we love:
@thedoverrestaurant for indulging us in the glamour and romance of the 70s while serving humble spaghetti meatballs and perfect martinis
Giovanni’s at @hotelducapedenroc for seamlessly blending the Italian and French rivieras
@restauranterosetta for keeping it stunningly understated, while respecting Mexican ingredients
Torrisi NYC of @majorfoodgroup for their unapologetically retro extravagance
The Birnam at @thegleneagleshotel for their impeccable service and warmth ☺️ #oldschoolitalian #italianglamour #ladolcevita #restaurantdesign #foodtrends #restaurantinspo
Yesterday saw the close of @parisfashionweek 🇫🇷and whilst the eyes of the world might have been fixed on the catwalk 🐈 over at GG we were busy watching which were the hottest tables in town in the home of Haute Couture
Whether you are looking for something innovative and edgy, an old time classic, or polished luxury Paris has it all so pop on your loafers, don your trench 🧥and get ready to hit the chicest spots in the city of light it is the birth place of gastronomy after all
@lippbrasserie because nothing says Paris like understated classic, this icon has remained largely unchanged since the 1930s 💪
From the classic to the newest destination @Siena.paris serves up a slice of Tuscan sunshine ☀️ to some of the best known fasces from the catwalk, if pizza 🍕 and pasta 🍝 are your bag 💼 head over to @daroco_group Daroco Bourse (an old Jean Paul Gautier boutique) you could also sample a cocktail from their sister bar @danicoparis
For the ultimate Parisian rendezvous it is tricky to choose between @loulourestaurants housed in the Musée des Artes or you could head to the chic @cafelaperouuse_paris fresh from its make over by AD at Dior @cordeliadecatellane (we say go to both)
If you are seeking a neighbourhood vibe with some Izakaya vibes then @oniisanizakaya is the one for you.
Elegant, understated, and hyper seasonal more your style @septimeparis is a mainstay on the 50 Best list and embodies Parisian cool 😎 , talking of which is there any where more exclusive than David Lynch’s Silencio Club, us mortals can sample a piece of the magic at @silenciodespres (with cocktails 🍸 by @remy_savage )
#paris #hottestspots #hottables #fashionablerestaurant #theincrowd #restaurant
NYC Lower East Side has been given a shake up earlier this year with the opening of the refined-meets-raw @tigre.nyc
This Studio 54 reminiscent lounge hides behind a graffiti-worn door 🖤✨ The branding was designed by talented @triborodesign studio who truly nailed it with the unbeatable combination of sleek black and shimmering gold, retro typography and luxurious details like foiling, embossing and leather finishes. It’s sophistication with a LES twist 🍸✨
#tigreNYC #cocktailloungeidentity #brandidentity #triborodesign #LES #brandidentity #studio54 #graphicdesigndaily #nycrestaurants
The Wes Anderson effect might be reaching saturation point, with everyone from food delivery to luxury hotels tapping into the era defining aesthetic.
In the background however, another film director is quietly catching the eye of designers, stylists and the Tik Tok generation. Not long before the “Wong Kar-Wai” aesthetic takes over our feeds…
Instantly recognisable, the legendary Hong Kong director is known for his movies gritty noir look and dreamlike quality, blended to create a timeless retro chic world where dark rooms washed with nostalgic soundscapes are accented by vibrant neon signs and inhabited by tragically romantic characters (dressed in quietly flashy wardrobes). It is glamour streaked with grittiness and speaks to the golden age of Hollywood.
Kar-Wai’s films work like symphonies with each image, fragments of sound and dialogue coming together to become a greater part of a cohesive whole.
All eyes on the handful of gloriously glamourous hotels, bars and restaurants that invite you into Kar-Wai’s magical world even for a moment (hopefully without the tear jerking heartbreak)
@thefleminghk
@hakkasanlondon
@nohgahotel.akihabara
@capellasingapore
@templehousecdu
@kinsman.hk
@bluewillownyc
@wunstearoom (temporarily closed)
#karwaiaesthetic #filmdesign #interiors #moodmaking #settingthetone #wesanderson
Sets and The City! The magical set lunch in some of the best restaurants, today's set is tomorrow's blow out dinner! UK set lunches are some of the best in the world, and so long may this continue . Up and down the land and across the globe we are ever promoting the great value, set lunch experience .. we love some of these examples .. in. @ft_weekend shout out to @restaurantmoorhall @henriettahotel @thepemrestaurant @wildflorhove @sonnystores @chishuru @devonshiresoho we couldn't agree more with Oisin Rogers - cash is king of course, but it's about filling seats and looking after guests.. so much so that they come back time and time again for lunch and dinner .. #surpriseanddelight #setlunch
A huge congratulations to our clients @hotelducapedenroc on landing at No.17 in this year’s @50best_hotels 🎉
A round of applause also goes out to so many of our fantastic, dear friends who have been awarded. 👏 You all set the bar incredibly high in the world of delivering true luxury hospitality experiences, and we cannot wait to see what’s next for you.
@thegleneagleshotel @claridgeshotel @theconnaught @lebristolparis @theupperhouse @er_stbarths @fsmadrid @fsflorence @thepeninsulaistanbulhotel @soniachengcm of the @rosewoodhotels
#Worlds50BestHotels #LuxuryTravel #LuxuryHotels #Travelgram#TravelBucketList #BeautifulDestinations
We went to London’s newest opening last weekend, and here’s how it went 👀 A modern London icon introduced us to their little sister last week and we predict she is going to turn some heads!
The much loved (and GG fave) @maisonfrancoislondon - yes the home of the famous tableside steak tartare and dessert trolley🍰 - has fired up the ovens and introduced some very welcome joie de vivre 🇫🇷 south of the river (just) with the opening of @cafefrancoislondon
The perfect addition to the neighbourhood and packed with cool, Frenchie je ne sais quoi it brings the sophistication of its big sister with a more casual come as you are attitude. We are talking deli, bar, brasserie, bakery all absolutely delicious, a tres chic terrace to sit, sip a coffee an imagine your in Le Marais, stunning interiors, branding with the perfect amount of edge and of course the team who bring the magic – you will be seeing a lot of us 😉
#modernfrench #franceinlondon #brasserie #modernicon #londonbridge #welcometoneighborhood
The Fashion pack has descended on London for LFW, you may not be sitting next to the likes of Wintour, Chung or Styles of the FROW but you could be sipping a cocktail 🍸 , getting a caffeine ☕️ hit or tucking into a plate of Pappardelle 🍝 on the table next to them!
From ever glamourous institutions to the new kids on the block pack your comfy shoes in your tote 👜 , put on your baggiest trousers (you might need the space after this lot) and get ready to hit the buzziest spots in town 🥂
The Grand Dame of luxury @harrods a mecca for fine and fun fashion, food and drinks
Sip cocktails at SE London hero @smokeykudu amongst prints and palms in the Kings Road Rixo store
Tuck into brunch @jackson_boxer The Corner @selfridgesfood
Treat yourself to a pastry @claridgeshotel ArtSpace Café
Enjoy effortlessly cool classics @cafececilialondon
Pretend you are soaking in the Mediterranean sun @morchelladining
Enjoy a little ‘Je ne sais quoi’ @maisonfrancoislondon or be really cutting edge and head to their box fresh @cafefrancoislondon
#lfw #coolcrowd #londonfashion #hotspots #restaurants #wheretoeat #londonrestaurants
Over the years, London has been overlooked when it comes to Mexican food, but it finally seems to be having its moment 🙌🇲🇽 It is no news that @kol.restaurant has been a huge success; since its opening in 2020, the fine dining Mexican restaurant has picked up a Michelin star and been named the UK’s best on the World’s 50 Best for two years running 👏🧡 Kol’s chef Santiago Lastra is opening a new restaurant next month named Fonda (@fondarestaurant), set to maintain Kol’s high quality and authenticity without the formality of a 15-course tasting menu - we can’t wait to try it 👀
Alongside Lastra, there are plenty of pioneers of delicious Mexican food in London. Here’s just a small selection from our never-ending list of places to try:
The city’s latest viral sensation @cdmx_tacos - serving authentic Mexico City tacos
Adriana Cavita’s @cavita.restaurante, known for its rich and vibrant flavours
London’s first churreria @aguamiel.ldn - dedicated to Mexican-style churros
The recently opened @lucias_e9 - a offline spot based around fire
A Dalston cult favourite @corrochios
An intriguing Mexican-Japanese fusion @losmochislondon - ’where Tokyo meets Tulum’
The Stoke Newington taquería with queues down the street @sonora.ldn
#mexican #mexicanfoodlondon #mexicanrestaurant #kol #santiagolastra #london #fonda
Huge congratulations for @alicelascelles and her beauty of a new book on the 🍸🍸🍸 it's on our list and will be on Gorgeous Group shelves .. https://www.ft.com/content/6b17e869-42c5-418d-8781-67e318dfff9f 👏👏👏 love the fact our own @robbiegorgeous played a small part in helping her fall in love with this most beautiful of cocktail rituals.. @fthtsi
Nowadays, imagery plays a big role in bar menus, with illustrations of each cocktail’s glassware, ingredients and backstory a regular (and lovely) occurrence✏️ Bar San (@bar.san.chiangmai), a speakeasy-style cocktail spot in Thailand’s ‘second city’, has opted for photography instead 📸 Bar San’s guest experience is designed to be sensory; they use minimalist photography and layouts to remove distractions and focus in on the main event, the cocktails🍸 Anyone else feeling thirsty? We wish we could just pop to Chiang Mai for a Shima Fizzy…✈️🇹🇭
#inspiration #menudesign #photography #cocktailmenu #barsan #chiangmai #thailand
“Junk-luxe” dining – is it here to stay? 👀
A great way to describe the brand new culinary category that’s taking global food capitals (and TikTok) by storm.
“Junk-luxe” is the fast food staples that got a five star makeover, and the formula looks like this: humble fried chicken + a bump of black caviar + fine champagne🥂🍗
Pioneers in the ‘nuggets meet caviar’ space were @momofukunoodlebar in NYC, with more recent arrivals of the stunning @coqodaq in NYC and London’s own @bebebob from team @bobbobricard. @thedirtyfrenchnyc foie gras-topped burgers are also not to be ignored 🍔
Blurring the lines between comfort and opulence, they do a brilliant job at tapping into nostalgia while satisfying our desire for novelty, extravagance and a 'camera eats first' moment. Here’s to celebrating the guilty pleasures of fast food in a luxuriously playful way! 👏🏼🤎
#foodtrends #trendingfood #finedining #champagneandcaviar #londonfoodie #londoneats #cameraeatsfirst
Uniforms that belong on the catwalk ✨ Ever since the team at Chiltern Firehouse stepped out in their (now iconic) @emiliawickstead jumpsuits the hospitality industry has been upping its game – no longer is a white shirt and black waistcoat enough.
We want wardrobe with character; outfits that show off the teams' personality and make them feel great.
From the cable knit jumpers worn by the doormen @hotelbloomsbury, the heavily embroidered coats @rafflesdoha or the bold citrus print dresses @fairmontdoha to the elegant lines of the gowns (yes, they are gowns) at @mo_mayfair, the creations of @nouniform (by couture designer Nicolas Oakwell) are leading the pack when it comes to styling hospitality teams.
They aren’t the only ones taking a step off the catwalk; in demand menswear designer @charliecaselyhayford is working his magic with some seriously sharp suites @thetwentytwo (this one you have to go and see for yourself due to the highly discreet nature of the hotel).
Over at @thepeninsulalondonhotel they have enlisted the Princess of Wales' favourite designer @jennypackham to create an entire wardrobe for the teams, allowing for mix & match.
Forget about food envy, we have outfit envy!
#uniform #hospitalityteams #teamwardobe #stylebible #lookgoodfeelgood #stylishteam
So here at GG, creating memorable experiences and knowing your audience is everything… and one person who’s got that nailed is Taylor Swift🎤💃🏻 In her record breaking ‘Eras Tour’ which just departed London (some of us in team GG went and were literally transformed', she performs for over three hours, night after night, to tens of thousands and still makes each and every person feel special✨ Taylor is undeniably brilliant at her job, with her selfless, fan-first approach shining through in surprise songs, costume changes, theatrical choreography and wholesome fan interactions🫶 Somehow, thanks to Taylor Swift and her team, every person (Swiftie or not) leaves the stadium having had one of the best nights of their life🤍 .. this is the stuff that dreams are made of..
#knowyouraudience #memorableexperiences #emotionpersquarefoot #spectacle #drama
#taylorswift #eras #erastour #wembley #guestexperience @taylorswift #swifties
All eyes on the French 👀
From the ever tempting Comté gougères at GG favourite @maisonfrancoislondon, to the offaly good (sorry) pied de cochon at @jackson_boxer's restaurant @henri__henrietta , from foodie fave @bouchonracine and wine cellar, restaurant and store @_planque_ we cannot get enough of those French flavours, or style for that matter. We are falling for the effortlessly chic style of a collection of nouvelle vague restaurants and hotels popping up across the capital, yes we are looking at you @atsloane and @grandhotelbellevue.london
It is not just this side of the Atlantic that adding a little je ne sais quoi, NYC is feeling the love too with the impossibly elegant marriage of French and Italian @cafecarmellini or the wonderfully retro @leveaudor, or the beautiful blending of modernity and tradition @frenchette
Forget the aspic, this traditional French revival is all about the wit, creativity and fun – it is filled with joie de vivre.
#frenchrevival #frenchfood #vivelafrance #moderntradition #frenchstyle #londonrestaurant #newyork
Remembering and celebrating a culinary icon, Chef Michel Guérard was a pioneer of #nouvellecuisine and the creator of #cuisineminceur
A master of his of French gastronomy over his career he won every award 🏆 possible his restaurant at @lespresdeugenie has maintained 3 stars 🌟🌟🌟 since 1977! 🙌
Born in Paris 🇫🇷 in 1933 he was inspired to cook 🧑🍳 by his grandmother’s pastry 🥐 making (although originally aspiring to become a priest) at 14 he apprenticed at Kléber Alis’s patisserie before training kn haute cuisine @rosewoodhoteldecrillon
By the 1960s the world saw French cuisine as bound by tradition and the rules established at the start of the century- it stayed away from innovation.
Guérard and a group of chefs (some you may have heard of 😉) Paul Bocuse, Jean and Pierre Troisgros, Alain Chapel and Roger Vergé had other ideas they wanted to create something new, something modern, using exotic ingredients and allowing the food to have some fun 🤩 they challenged the establishment yet were lauded by the press
“I see a restaurant as a theatre, which cultivates taste and beauty, and the beauty of taste”
Michel Guérard 1933-19th August 2024
@yasminsoho is a rooftop gem in Piccadilly that we simply can’t keep to ourselves.❤️🔥
We expected great things from last week’s dinner; after all, it was at a sister concept to the fabulous @nessasoho (located downstairs).
Yasmin is an intimate spot with serious style. The elegant logo carries strong influence from the Middle-East, and so do the dishes, reminiscent of chef @tomcencis time in Istanbul. The universally loved combination of marble + pink velvet + rattan furnishings works its charm, creating an understatedly glamorous backdrop for socialising.
Our recommendations:
- 🫓Charred Flatbread. Just one for the table will not be enough, you’ve been warned
- 🍯Whipped Sheep’s Cheese with hot honey. The way the hidden pocket of honey oozes as you start to dip in…
- 🥩Buttermilk & Harissa Bavette Steak. Amazed by how beautifully that crunchy, dressed fennel paired with the tender meat
- 🍸Wild Soul cocktail - we’re not ones to shy away from mezcal but for those still not sold, try this; joven mezcal is moreishly balanced with featherlight touches of yuzu and passionfruit for one memorable libation
Yasmin is firmly in our rotation of current favourites, stay tuned for more recommendations from team Gorgeous📣
Who needs colour?! Bacàn (@grandbacan), an all day Italian spot in Williamsburg, has rejected typical Mediterranean colours and opted for a bold, monochrome new look🤍🖤 Designed by Andrea Trabucco-Campos and his team at @pentagramdesign the identity emerged from the name ‘Bacàn’ which, in Northern Italy, translates loosely to ‘the loud sound of a great dinner party’ 🥂✨ The big, blocky typography is the star of the show and is used in different weights, sizes and configurations to turn up or down the ‘volume’ 🔊👏
#graphicdesign #brandingidentity #identitydesign #newyork #williamsburg #pentagram #bacan #restaurant #restaurantbranding
A recent branding project from creative @madalenastudio for @crucibleldn where the line between science and art blurred into this beautiful and very unusual logo 🌱🔬
Crucible is a unique, multi award winning laboratory and collaborative workspace, operating in drinks and flavour 🍭🍸
Teaming up with Madalena Studio, they cultivated their logo from live bacteria, capturing the essence of Crucible’s experimental spirit 🧫🦠
A fluorescent pink and green monogram that pulses with life, just like the innovative flavours crafted behind the laboratory doors - creativity in its most natural form🧪✨
#brandidentity #cruciblelab #crucibleldn #madalenastudio #designandscience #organicdesign #GG_likes
There is a lot of talk about creating timeless destinations, those spaces which are impossible to age that blend the old and the new seamlessly to create destinations which feel like they have always been around. As you can imagine 🤔 this is easier to say than to do which is why we love ❤️ the recent overhaul given to Charleston institution @Sullivanfishcamp 🎣this family run restaurant has been serving up cold beers 🍻 and seafood 🦞 to beach goers since 1988 carrying with it a lot of memories
The renovation and refresh overseen by South Carolina based @stitchdesginco and @basic_projects who took the approach that it was essential to weave contemporary details with retro elements respecting the heritage of the space – the intention was to create a world that conjures up the delight and affection generated for a family run business that has stood the test of time 🙌
From the bold lettering on the outside of the building establishing it as a local landmark to the engagement of local artists and crafts people for the fit out Sullivans tells the story of its place paying homage to seaside camps of the past whilst being relevant for today rather its place in time – it could be anytime from 1988 to 2024
We are a sucker for detail and with an approach that wouldn’t feel out of place on a Wes Anderson 📽️set, we adore the merch corner, because what trip to the beach is complete without a souvenir and the subtle nod on the plates to the motif which appeared on the first menu way back in 1988
All in all it is a wonderful feel good journey through food, drink and design marrying old and new to create a fun, relevant and approach able space we could easily see ourselves spending a whole lot of time in 😍🙌 🐟
Cannot believe @yauatchalondon is twenty years old! Still chic, stylish and packed .. #venison #puff are delicious as ever .. @alanyautakwai is a genius .. #throwbackthursday 🍜💥👏
Much like fashion (or the weather 🌦️) drinks trends in a city like London change at a fast pace whilst 2023 was all about the Gilda martini and the sbagliato reigned in 2022. And 2024??? We have already seen spicy 🌶️, salty and tropical 🍍 margaritas, shorter drinks using fewer ingredients, creative infusions and even thanks to the 90s/Y2K revival the return of the Cosmo.
But something is happening in every corner of the city from neighbourhood spots to high concept bars and everything in between, they are uniting under one goal to provide us with the type of drink you will never forget…
Demand is on the rise for fatty more savoury drinks, not just restricted to cocktails with the desire for the tangy notes of kombucha and kefir also on the up ⬆️
Spicy, salty flavours are everywhere along with butter 🧈 and oil- nothing is off the cards 🃏🙌
Gone are the days of overly sweet 🍬 neon coloured drinks with an umbrella (although who doesn’t love an umbrella ☂️😉)
There has been a cultural shift with people willing to step outside of their usual drink, to try something new, there are fewer rules and the cocktail scene has become more accessible. Today the usual = boring 🥱
The line between food and drink is blurring caviar, tomatoes 🍅, garlic 🧄 and seaweed all making their way into drinks along with more chef 🧑🍳 techniques of fat washing and oil garnishes.
Whilst savoury drinks might not be anything new it’s time to step beyond that dirty martini 🍸
🍸 Ramson @nipperkinbar
🍸 Pearl @nightjar
🍸 Earth Martini @threesheetsbars
🍸 Szechwan Gibson @thenomadhotel
🍸Caviar Martini @hakkasanlondon
🍸Blushed Tomato @hamyard_hotel
🍸 Green Tomato @juliesw11
#trendtuesday #drinks #londondrinks #trends #drinktrends #cocktails
Team lunch at the much loved northern institution that is Alberts Schloss has touched down in London’s Piccadilly Circus 📣🍻
Being a stones throw away from our office, it perfectly lent itself to a feast of a lunch. The menu wasn’t short of tempting choices 🥨- from a gorgeously griddled Reuben sandwich, to a classic Schnitzel, to a Shawarma salad
So many things about it were truly wunderbar.
- Push for Pilsner button in our booth (very much like press for Champagne) ✅
- Table for 4 set inside a vintage Ski lift✅
- Galore of giant pretzels on display, everywhere✅
- Gigantic disco ball ✅
Perfect for a hearty and flavoursome lunch, but the real magic in this bier palace happens in the evenings when the live band and performers sets the stage and the crowd on fire 🪩🔥We can’t wait to see that in action; this joint will make its mark in no time! You can’t help but leave happier .. a joyous place! A welcome addition to the West End .. 👏👏👏 #teamlunch @albertsschloss @wearemissionmars #emotionpersquarefoot 👏💥🍺😊👌
What do you get when you cross Londons most iconic store with one of the cities most notable chefs???
Standout dogs 🌭 🙌
Last night we were lucky enough to sample the latest addition to @harrodsfood @harrodsdininghall @threedarlingslondon
We say sample - we tried them all 😝 and believe us it is hard to pick a favourite we might just have to go back for another taste. We won’t even mention the vanilla ice cream 🍦which was quite possibly the finest we have ever tried 😍
These are classic dogs like you have never tried
#hotdogs #dogsfordays #counterdining #harrods #newopening #teamggloves #threedarlings
Back in 2008 at the Beijing 🇨🇳Games Usain Bolt powered his way to Olympic gold 🏅 fuelled by chicken nuggets 🐔 consuming 1,000 over 10 days 😳 In 2012 at the London 🇬🇧 games 20% of athletes meals were eaten in McDonalds! And in 2024 Paris is raising the bar 🙌 and working with Michelin Starred ⭐️ chefs alongside sports nutritionists to give the athletes a little of what they need along with a little bit of pleasure.
The 3,500 seat dining hall made up of 6 restaurants including French, Asian, halal and world cuisines is designed to meet the needs and cultural sensitivities of all nations with special requests for teams catered to where possible (team GB’s 🇬🇧 request to porridge and South Korea 🇰🇷 desire for kimchi) whilst showcasing French lifestyle and serve over 4,000 meals a day!
30% of all dishes served are plant based 🌿 80% of produce is sourced from France, with an eye on sustainable practices.
2x gold medalist 🥇 Brice Guyart 🤺 is consulting with the Village to ensure the experience meets the needs and wants of the athletes his 3 top tips are:
Don’t make the plates 🍽️ too big, the athletes will over eat!
Keep the temperature of the space 🤒 😰moderate
Make cakes to celebrate birthdays - it’s the little things 🙌
Trust France a nation renowned for its culture built on convivial dining to place a focus on the quality and style of food whilst meeting the functional needs of athletes whilst sprinkling a little fun 🤩
#olympicfood #olympics2024 #parisolympics #nutritonalfood
The euros are over Wimbledon is done for another year but we still have arguably the biggest sporting and cultural event to come this year…. Yes we are talking about the Olympics kicking off this Friday. Whilst we expect to see monumental and near super human atheletic performances and medal 🥇 galore there is (at least at the opening and closing ceremonies) another star of the show. Team uniforms 🥋 and with the host city Paris securing LVMH as the lead sponsor brand from Berluti to Ralph Laurent are making their way to the start line.
Way back in 1992 when Lithuania 🇱🇹 competed for the first time as an independent nation they received a call from @isseymiyakeofficial 🇯🇵 knowing he would never be asked to create his home teams uniform due to the conservative tastes of the comitee Miyake donated the uniforms for free and changed the face of the Olympics for ever (the same year the Lithuanian basketball 🏀 team played in tie dye Grateful Dead t shirts)
Today teams uniforms blend traditional references and cultural nuisances with high performance to represent their nations to the world 🌍
🥇 Haiti 🇭🇹 @stellajean_sj_
🥇 Mongolia 🇲🇳 @michelamazonka
🥇 Canada 🇨🇦 @lululemon @mason_mashon
🥇 USA 🇺🇸 @ralphlauren
🥇 France 🇫🇷 @berluti
#olympics #olympicuniform #uniforms #storytelling #sportxfashion #olympics2024
Just across our desk is the AMAZING news that @theoriolebar 🦜 permanent new home in Cov G will be opening in late August, just a stones throw from GG HQ
And what’s more, they’re seemingly back bigger and better 💪 than before...
Expect a ground floor bar and terrace (on the odd sunny ☀️ day at least), with house crafted cocktails 🍸 on tap
Downstairs there’s a plush basement restaurant 🍽, with a nod to the original speakeasy’s design and experience
Food has been upgraded to a full dinner menu fusing Latin American 🇪🇨 cuisines with British produce, and there’s a stage for live performances of jazz 🎷, cabaret, Latin and world 🌎 music
Downstairs 👇 is also the place to be to experience their seriously innovative and joyful 😄 signature cocktails (check out that fun times sharer) built around ‘the fruits🍍 of exile, empire and exploration of new tastes, colours and ingredients discovered in the farthest reaches of the globe’
These guys are masters of storytelling and is innovative, richly textured, immersive and multi-dimensional hospitality
Best of all, this comes in at an exceptional price point 💰. We’ve already booked our spot on the soft launch, the only draw back is having to wait a month 📅
We are loving the out there guest experiences that help to give hotels that point of difference, allowing them to stand out from the crowd and add value to the guest proposition .. some of our faves, glamping with Northern lights at Wilderness Inari Hotel in Lapland, yoga in the barn at The Gallivant, The Roller coaster at The Strat hotel in Las Vegas, shooting and fishing schools at Gleneagles, wild sketching at The Fife Arms, Dry Stone Walling at The Newt, and an invitation to an artists private studio can be arranged when you stay at The Aman in New York City and you can even pick your own eggs from the Chicken coop when you stay at Six Senses Yao Noi #memorableexperiences @sixsensesyaonoi @thenewtinsomerset @thegallivant @thegleneagleshotel @wildernesshotels @fife_arms_hotel_aberchirder @stratvegas #emotionpersquarefoot #storytelling #yoga #wildsketching #glamping
The recently announced @michelinguide awards for Dubai confirms the city (as if was in any doubt) as a major player on the international foodie circuit ⭐️. With a total of 106 establishments cover 35 different cuisines making the final cut ✂️. In only the 3rd edition for Dubai celebrated 4 new 1 star ⭐️, 1 new two star ⭐️⭐️ and 6 new Bib Gourmands 🙌
Huge congratulations to @_jasonatherton @rowon45dubai
Big well done to GG faves @orfalibros_bistro
A massive high five 🙌 to @berenjakuae and @jks_restaurants for a hugely ambitious project paying off 🍾 and big hand to @theguilddubai for such a stunning opening and bringing more considered razzle dazzle to Dubai!
#dubai #michelinstar #foodawards #restaurant #foodscene
They say never meet your heroes……. Well sometimes they get it wrong. This week team GG we’re lucky enough to visit @thegleneagleshotel and experience some of the magic ✨
An absolute masterclass in hospitality, with surprise and delight at every turn. The most glorious of playgrounds; sophisticated, elegant, understated, a true escape 🙌 and we didn’t want to leave
A huge huge thank you to everyone who made our stay so special 🏴🦅
#hospitality #gleneagles #surpriseanddelight #masterclass #hotel #teamtrip #storytelling #experience
Is 🍊 the new 🎀?
Trends on TikTok would certainly suggest so with some proclaiming orange 🍷 the next ‘drink of the summer' ☀️
But what is it? Nope, its not made with oranges, and doesn’t necessarily taste of them either 🤔
Its white wine that has been left on the skins 🍇 ‘macerating’ for a period of time, picking up a bit more colour. That contact also affects the flavours and textures, so expect dried apricot, tropical fruits🍍, caramel, peach🍑, honeysuckle🧃, florals💐, spice, exotic herbs🌿, tea🫖 and oxidative sherry style notes
It is definitely on the up, with certain retailers doubling sales📈 this year and our guess is that you’ll see a growing amount of low ABV cocktails🍸, sangria and spritzes 🍹 leaning into the category in the coming months
Have you experimented 🧪🥼with orange wine mixology yet?
No designer embodies joy and fun like @yinka_ilori, and his latest project proves it once again 🌞🎈 In a special collaboration, Yinka and @britishstandardtype.xyz have introduced two new typefaces: Yinka Sans Ultra and Yinka Sans Shadow. These fonts capture his vibrant, inclusive style and his mission to infuse beauty and joy into the world. Can’t wait to see these fonts in action! 🌈😌
#typography #designcollaboration #yinkailory #britishstandardtype #bst #graphicdesign #gg_likes”
How fun is this?? Di Beppe, a Vancouver-based Italian caffé ristorante is “inspired by the Italian immigrant’s desire to share a piece of home while living abroad” 🇮🇹🍝 The branding at @dibepperestaurant, designed by @glasfurdwalker draws on iconic Italian cinema with it’s confident typography and striking graphics - we love it 👏 📽️
#vancouver #dibeppe #restaurant #italian #branding #brandingdesign #identity #identitydesign #graphicdesign
With LVMH announcing last week that they are adding Parisian 🇫🇷 institution Chez l’Ami Louis to its steadily growing hospitality portfolio which includes hotel groups @belmond and @chevalblancofficial along with cocktail 🍸 bar @cravanparis we are sensing a return to vogue for the bistro in all their glory
@chezlamilouis famed for its roast chicken 🍗, thin cut fries and snails 🐌 to its loyal guest including Hollywood stars and world leaders opened its doors in 1924 - its approach has remained virtually unchanged since then. Taking a traditional approach, sourcing from small breeders and market gardeners to create unfussy and flavour packed dishes.
LVMH aims to preserve the unique character and family identity and continue to support the Savoir Faire attitude
As eyes 👀 turn towards Paris this summer we predict the bubbling love ❤️ for traditional and nostalgic French cooking is going to boil over with the east London hotspot @bistro_freddie and @langham_london #chezroux offering up different takes. GGs pick for OG bistro I hear you ask 🤔 well it has to be @bistrotpaulbert 🙌
What’s your favourite bistro? Let us know in comments ⬇️
#bistro #paris #frenchfood #comforteating #parisfood #londonrestaurants
Spotlights on gorgeous @yukiko.noritake 🎨✨, a talented illustrator and artist born in Japan, now based in Paris 💌 Yukiko made her mark with her debut book ‘Voyage au pays des odeurs’ (Journey to the land of smells) 🌸📖 From dreamy illustrations to incredible narratives, she blends the creativity with sophistication to create these beautiful illustrations 🌍❤️
#yukikonoritake #illustration #art #paris #illustrator #GG_likes
Last night we dusted off our finest and headed over to @thepeninsulalondonhotel for a truly spectacular grand opening 🍾🥂
We are talking entertainment from @londonphilharmonicorchestra a visit from a royal 👑, more amazing desserts that you can possibly imagine, vintage cars, champagne and some serious outfits 💅🏼
A hotel over 30 years in the making with a party it deserves welcome to the neighbourhood (officially) 😉
#openingparty #peninsulalondon #londonhotel #luxuryhotel #5starhotel
Known for award winning box office 🎞️ hits film director 🎥 Ridley Scott has been making wine on his Provence estate since 1992. The director had been busy hand drawing the storyboard vision for three guest villas on the estate “easy spaces where guests can enjoy and relax”
Scott is not the only filmmaker with a hand in hospitality with Francis Ford Coppola and family owning luxury lodges around the world 🌍 including the stunning @blancaneauxlodge in Belize
George Lucas Skywalker estate also in Provence also has luxury accommodation for paying guests
Guy Ritchie is opening up his Wiltshire estate with supper clubs and overnight stays in partnership with his BBQ side hustle @ccwildkitchens and @carousel_ldn bring world class chefs including @cavitaadriana @thomas_straker @niklasekstedt @masaki_sugisaki until mid August with 18 lucky guests set to enjoy a flame cooked feast
#trendtuesday #foodandfilm #filmandhospitality #beourguest #experience
English 🍷 Week has rolled around once again and we’re more than 😁 to celebrate all that is great about the native 🍇 based wet stuff 🍾
This year we’re celebrating our highlights of the weird and wonderful eccentricities 🤓 of the English wine world
@gusbourne_wine cryo-frozen ‘icewine’ ❄️ RS180 and their Agrafe 2019 with its 38 months under Tirage cork 🤓
@balfourwinery ‘Leslies Lost 🔍 Reserve’, misplaced and extra aged 🥐
@urbanwineuk’s cult icon Chateau Tooting, made from grapes grown throughout the capital’s 💂 gardens
@Lost_in_a_field – the slightly bonkers, psychedelic 🌈 ‘frolic pét-nat’ 🍊
@bolneyestate cuvee noir 🍷
What are your favorite off the wall wine wine relatives? Drop us a comment below 👇
Ahhhh some gorgeous food photography for a Friday afternoon- perfection 😊
These beautiful shots 📸 are a selection of winners 🏆 from this years @foodphotoaward open to all (there is an under 12 category) the awards celebrate 🥳 the very best in photography and film 🎥 making from across the globe 🌍
It is a treat to indulge in every image and there are so many to choose from but here is a small selection of our favourite winners. A picture can save a million words - Enjoy 🙌
Mangrove fisherman @teochinleong78
Would you like mustard with that @maxjowitt
Breakfast with the Brokpas @cdebdatta
Autumn cocktail @vika_mermaid
Fighting to Save Life @reaz4943
Hanging Buri (yellowtail) Matteo Alberti @origo.restaurant
Red Bean Paste Balls by Yang Zhounghua (overall winner)
Fisherman @heinstirred
Rice Grain Threshing @kishoredas4u
Rhubarb Puzzle @barborabareticbakery
#foodphotography #photography #food #photographyawards #beautifulimages
What happens in Vegas certainly didn’t stay in Vegas! 🙌 last night saw the 22nd @theworlds50best announced to a packed crowd of hospitality heavyweights @wynnlasvegas covering 26 territories and 5 continents it is the biggest hospitality awards going! A huge congratulations to everyone who made the top 100 list 🥳🎉
@disfrutarbcn took home the number 1 spot 🏆 and will now join the illustrious ‘best of the best’ category reserved for past winners. Founded by 3 chefs who met at El Bulli in the 1990s the Barcelona 🇪🇸 destination had charmed since day one with is beautiful dinning room and curiously creative menu - it entered the 50best list back in 2018 bagging itself the highest new entry spot 💪
Who’s to watch for next?????
LA based Taiwanese 🇹🇼 @katorestaurant scooped up One to watch 👀 so expect to see them climbing up the rankings
Growing out of an invite only midnight supper club 2024s highest new entry @wingrestaurant_hk hosted at sister restaurant @vea_hk made the list at number 20 🥂
You know we have a penchant for pastry so we had to mention @ninametayer crowned 👑 best pastry chef
The highest climber 🧗♂️ this year went to @thechairmanrestauranthk a restaurant that lets the food do the talking - with no PR tactics, no theatrics and no insta driven playing just great food and a good vibe
Top awards from around the world
Africa @lacolombect
North America @atomixnyc
Asia @gaggan_anand
South America @maidosushi_
Middle East @tresindstudio
#worlds50best #toprestaurants #worldsbest #restaurants #hospitality #awards
The sun seems to be a little shy in London so we’re popping over to the Costa del Sol today🌞 Designed by @requena.office, we ❤️ the branding for @knahiaclub, an Estepona-based Japanese restaurant come night club 🙌 Inspired by chopsticks, the identity uses entirely bespoke, playful typography to bring the spirit of Japan to the Spanish seaside 🥢🇯🇵
#branding #brandingdesign #graphicdesign #design #japanese #japaneserestaurant #knahia
As @masterchefuk celebrated its 20th anniversary 🍾 yesterday we got to thinking what else was cooking in the UKs 🇬🇧 food scene as we turned on to watch John and Gregg for the first time 🤔
Well….. a true modern dining institution was making its debut in London, changing the food scene of the capital. Who? @bistrotheque that’s who! 🤍
Founded by Pablo Flack and David Waddington after meeting at the Bricklayers Arms (in a pre gentrified Shoreditch). Spurred on by a new wave (of now equally iconic) openings at the time of places offering proper dining with a relaxed fun 🤩 atmosphere think (GG faves) @st.john.restaurant and @qualitychop they set about converting an old sweatshop warehouse in deepest darkest Bethnal Green. Now it maybe awash with eateries but back then it was a very bold move. Split over two floors it effortlessly mixed the glamour and grit of London. With white table, French 🇫🇷 flavours and twinkling piano 🎹 music on the first floor and the ground floor home to the cabaret 🪩with modern drag shows with up and coming talent and balls with illustrious judging panels. It was and is a winning formula attracting everyone from Beyoncé to Wolfgang Tilmans. Not content with one iconic destination Flack and Waddington kick started our insatiable appetite for pop ups launching 🚀 the UKs first Reidneer 🦌 in 2006 followed by Flack at Royal Academy and Shrimpy’s 🦐 at an old Kings Cross Petrol ⛽️ station (before the area got a facelift)
Happy 20th birthday 🥳 thank you for the good times 🙌 and here’s to many many more 🥂
#throwbackthursday #restaurant #dininginstitution #eatinginstyle #london #ggloves
Up up and away! 🎈
Some quirky dining experiences feel a little like style over substance with all the attention given to the setting, the props and the PR. Feast on Cloud 9 @thegrovehotel is not that! 🙌
Aside from the fact you get to dine in the comfort of your very own hot air balloon - whilst safely remaining grounded 😉 there is a knock out nine course tasting menu or an afternoon tea to enjoy.
Fun, whimsical and delicious- oh we could get carried away ☁️🎈
#trendtuesday #immersivedining #tastingmenu #ukhotel #summerpopup
Now that the glamorous weather ☀️ seems to have made its tardy ⏱️ appearance, it’s got us scrambling to get a summer hit list 📋of picnic 🧺 must do’s
From pre-booked luxury 🍾 packages to some of the city’s best events caterers and even some bakeries🍪 for spontaneous pick ups, here’s what we’ve got so far
What are we missing? Help us out by adding your suggestions in the comments 💬
@SetteLondon – Italian with an American accent to whisk you away to the Hamptons
@Panzers_deli – The classic deli choice a stones throw from Primrose Hill
@Piquefood – The all out specialist option for everything from intimate hampers t full on dream picnic events
@Jerulondon bakery – Swing by to their bakery to pick up some innovative Mediterranean pies, wraps, salads & sweets
@Dukeslondon – The luxury hotel choice covering all bases from champagne to afternoon tea and even one for the pooches
@Kovapatisserie – Make your spontaneous picnic Japanese accented with Strawberry sandos & chicken teriyaki
@st.john.restaurant – For some seriously solid baked goods, including fabulously naughty doughnuts
We have been reading a lot about the train 🚂 travel returning the romance and sense of discovery- making the journey part of the experience (UK 🇬🇧train strikes aside 😉) This reembracing of slower travel has made the transport become the experience with some fun and perhaps unexpected results.
Following on from the creation of the @redbull rave train taking party goers from 🇺🇸Orlando to the Miami music 🎧 festival – complete with a stella DJ line up @gobrightline have unveiled plans for an exclusive ($400 a ticket) high speed connection between LA and Vegas. Whilst nothing has been mentioned about the experience itself and the designs for the carriages one thing is for certain we think they will be serving up more than a cheese sarnie 🥪 😉
Over in Germany 🇩🇪 the now famous @technotrain_ running since 2019 carriers hundreds of clubbers from Nuremberg across the Bavarian countryside complete with bars, bouncers and DJs
At the more luxe end of the scale the relaunch of @easternoriental and @orientexpress sees the return of high glamour with more than a slice of nostalgia- we wouldn’t be surprised if they have more than a little fun hidden up their well pressed sleeves
With the now confirmed train going between Spain and Morocco in under 6 hours what is next parties under the Med?🤔
#trendtuesday #trendspotting #traintravel #train #experience
At what point does art imitate life and vice versa??? Ever since the film 🎥 The Menu turned a knowing eye at foodie culture we have watched as food led immersive restaurants have worked harder to bring the guest to the ingredients all framed with in a spectacular restaurant of course and at the right price 💰. Norwegian 🇳🇴 @iristherestaurant is an innovator in the field with a menu conceptualised around ‘the challenges and threats to global food systems’ designed to stir up ideas and suggest future innovations. Accessible only by boat to the floating restaurant and with an 18 course 6 hour experience it takes ‘expedition dining’ at its word.
Ever wished you were floating about the Arctic 🦭🐻❄️ or the Serengeti 🦁🦒 whilst enjoying a dinner cooked by a 🌍 world class chef? 🇸🇪 Swedish luxury cruise company @oceanskycruises are looking back to see into the future- pioneering the return of airships as a more sustainable way to travel 🧳 in luxury complete with menus inspired by their destinations.
Whilst the movie was mocking the pomp of fine dining culture the spectacle of the experience and tradition looks set to be only evolving as we explore new territories from the air to under or on the sea 🌊
And we think it is no bad thing at all 🙌
#trendtuesday #destinationdining #finedining #airship #floatingrestaurant #ingredientled #foodieculture
It’s about this time on a Friday everyone’s minds start to turn to the weekend - we have a bonus 3 days 🙌 to fill AND to add to the excitement tomorrow is 5th May….. so our plans are filled with thoughts of our favourite tequila and mezcal cocktails 🍸 and of course the most delicious Mexican 🇲🇽 food.
Here’s where you might find us this weekend….
@thenomadhotel side hustle - let’s face it there is not a drink on this menu we don’t love ❤️
@sohohouse that picante is a cliche for a reason 🙌🔥
@cavita.restaurante outstanding food and delicious drinks in a hidden basement bar
@kol.restaurant any excuse to visit El Mezcaleria
@hachabar clear perfection 🪩
@cafe_pacifico because you can’t beat the original 💪
@elcamion_soho if you know you know 💗😉
Where are your favourite spots???
#cinqodemayo #tequila #mezcal #londonbars #mexicanfood #mexicandrinks
The worlds of food 🥘 and film 🎥 have always been close but the release earlier this spring of @justeattakeaway new ad campaign ‘The Joy in Everyday’ has bought the magic of A-list stop time animation to the small screen 📺
We make no secret of our love for all things #wesanderson so when we discovered the team behind the characterful puppets of #isleofdogs and #fantasticmrfox @archmodelstudio were involved in making mini movies 🎞️ for the delivery brand we got excited
And they do not disappoint 🙌
#takeaway #foodandfilm #stoptimeanimation #puppet #advertising #brand #storytelling
Yesterday, our designers @rosanna_beth_ and @annakalvan took a trip to Adobe MAX London and left feeling both excited by what’s to come and inspired to create 🙌 With guest talks from @annieatkins, @margotbowman, @yinka_ilori, @golden_kiwi_fan and @officiallouistheroux alongside sessions from @adobe experts and so much more, the creative energy was definitely flowing ❤️👏
#AdobeMAXLondon #AdobeMAX #london #creative #design #conference #adobe
“Keep it Simple” is this really the key 🔑 to success the secret formula 🧪 to standing out in todays hyper saturated market 📈?
Certainly if social media is a driver to your business (and let’s face it whose isn’t) finding something that works 🔧 and that people love ❤️ and building a brand and experience around it seems to do the trick 🪄 that being said you have to do it well - we mean really well 🙌
And why stop at the food 🍔 we have fallen for the mono approach @architectseat took when creating @kori_icecream cutting through the noisy and visually saturated world 🌍 and making something which truly stands out.
Both with interiors, branding and offer by creating a narrow focus and with strong foundations and principles you can create something that is instantly recognisable and memorable. The big challenge is making it monogamous and not monotonous😉🙌
@lastcrumb
@kori_icecream
@supernovaburger
@buddybuddy
@littlebaohk
#singlesensation #keepitsimple #monochromatic #viralfood #foodtrend #trendstuesday
Last week saw @classbarmag awards 🍸🏆 2024 a huge congratulations to all the winners with East London institution @satans_whiskers taking home the title of Best Bar in the UK 🙌
Judged by 140 bar aficionados from across the country 🇬🇧 the awards recognise the talents and achievements of the UKs bar scene
We wanted to give an extra special shout out to @thedorchester Giacomo Faure for being named Front of House Star 🌟 an individual whose warm caring nature, dedication and attention to detail is nothing short of legendary 👑
To him, Simon Rowe and the whole team at Vesper massive congratulations 🙌🥂and see you at the bar 🥇🥂🍸
Other winners include
🏆 @passingfancies.bar
🏆 @doghousedistillery
🏆 @pandaandsons
🏆 @kwantmayfair
🏆 @theconnaught
🏆 @sophiebratt
🏆SoCap @sodaandfriends @nebulabar @palomacafebar
🏆 @schofields.bar
🏆 @lab22cardiff
🏆 @filthyxiii
🏆 @gunghobar
🏆 @hsharmancox @londonsiobhan
#barawards #ukbars #hospitality #congratulations #classmag
Yesterday night GG went @roerestaurant, a new gorgeous ‘nose-to-tail and root-to-stem restaurant’ from @robsonhospitality, willmurraychef and jcroftchef, the trio behind @fallowrestaurant and @fowlrestaurant 💚🍽️
Based in Canary Wharf Wood Wharf, it’s a three story restaurant overlooking the canal 🛶🏙️ Modern interiors with incredible details like plant based and compostable 3D printed counters and artworks 🤖🌺🐚 striking Italian marble table tops and an aeroponic green wall system, where team grows herbs and greens including peas, padron peppers and chillies that you’ll find on the menu 🌱🌿🌶️🥬 It’s a 350 cover space with a summer terrace (and probably biggest back of house we’ve ever seen 😱) serving such undeniable hits as breaded kombu and cep mushrooms, sea bream tartare with tiger milk and snail vindaloo flatbread 💘🤤 Thank you team for a brilliant night ✨
#roerestaurant #newopening #londonrestaurants #localysourced #zerowasterestaurant #falowrestaurant #fowlrestaurant #3dprinted #canarywharf
A huge congratulations to all the women recognised for their hard work, vision and inspiration in this years @codehospitality Hospitality Women of the year 2024 🙌 🏆
We are so proud to know and have worked with some of you 💪🥳
#womeninhospitality #hospitality #ukhospitality #womeninbusiness #inspiring
Great to read about @bobvandenoord plans for @langhamhotels https://content.yudu.com/web/28qwf/0A2bans/Caterer-12-04-24/html/index.html?utm_source=Pardot&utm_medium=Button&utm_campaign=100424-advertisers - Langham have an amazing future ahead of them, one of our fave and most exciting luxury brand clients! 👏👏
How gorgeous is this?! Here at GG we’re always striving to inject our work with brand’s unique personalities and @gertrudesnyc has personality by the bucket load 🙌 Designed by @polonskyandfriends, the branding combines a timeless colour palette with a playful logo and whimsical hand drawn illustrations and menu headings, what’s not to like? 👏 Inspired by Paris in the 1930s, this Brooklyn neighbourhood bar and restaurant conjures up Gertrude as a glamorous woman with a love of all the finer things in life 💃
#gertrudes #newyork #branding #identity #graphicdesign #menudesign #illustrations
A unique collaboration from @ysl Rive Droite x @giopontiofficial Archives x the Fundación Anala y Armando Planchart to be presented during @milan.design.week from 16th to 21st of April 🍽️🟠🔷🌞
The exhibition will feature a gorgeous porcelain plate collection originally designed by Gio Ponti in 1957 for Villa Planchart in Venezuela 🏙️🌞 Anala and Armando Planchart commissioned Gio to design their villa overlooking Caracas - a home “as light and graceful as a butterfly posed on a hill” ⛰️🦋 As a part of the project Ponti hired @ginori1735 to create this beautiful set with graphic illustrations of the Sun, Crescent Moon, the Polar Star and the ‘A’ representing Anala and Armando 🌞🌚✨
The plates were reissued and will be available as a limited edition collection on @ysl website, Saint Laurent Rive Droite LA, Saint Laurent Babylone in Paris, and Saint Laurent Milan flagship store 🛍️🛒
#yslrivedroite #gioponti #analayarmandoplanchart #villaplanchart #milandesignweek #ginori1735 #saintlaurent #tablewaredesign
Reconnection and a sense of belonging are the highest currencies ✨🧘♂️
This year, @aubergeresorts, the next level ‘sense of place’ luxury boutique destination hotels, are partnering with @wearesanctum, a transformative wellbeing practice and radical self-care experience empowering open-minded individuals to push their physical, emotional and spiritual
boundaries 🌿⛰️
You can still join @mayflowerauberge in June or @madelineauberge in September for an unforgettable weekend adventure filled with yoga 🧘♀️, dance movement 🎶 , meditation ✨, and more💆, set against breathtaking natural landscapes🏞️
Uncover transformative wellness within a supportive community environment, crafted to unlock your potential ❤️
#wellnessretreats #aubergexsanctum #auberge #sanctum #mindbodysoul #wellness #aubergeresorts #trendtuesday
Something fun to brighten up your feed today… New York illustrator David Huang (@omguac) has created a fictional supermarket themed bar ‘The Aisle’ 🛒Inspired by his love of both cocktails and supermarket signage and organisation, David illustrated everything from the menus and marketing materials to merchandise and campaign animations👏🖍️ How cool is that?! We’d love to drop in for a Tomato Highball 👀🍅
#illustration #illustrator #bar #graphicdesign #branding
We now expect the unexpected, we are entangled in a love affair with escapism and is it any wonder after spending any time scrolling through the news 📰
Gen Z have the least positive 😞 outlook of any generation and find themselves turning to binge watching tv 📺 shows, playing video games 🎮 to immerse themselves in imaginary worlds 💭 to escape the ‘Real’.
It will come as no surprise that industry is taking note 📝, after all Gen Z makes up 40% of all consumers! Little wonder then that escapist experiences are finding their way into our everyday lives each one shouting for attention 🚨 in an ever crowded landscape. As a result Gen Z now expect brands to deliver transformative experiences in this ‘Age of Re-enchantment’ they (65% at least) want brands to value the power 💪 of creating goosebumps 🤩
In these some what uncertain times we are shifting away from the safe and practical towards the fantastical ✨searching out and celebrating experiences which bring joy and wonder 😍 that are inspiring, uplifting and serve up a sprinkle of magic 🦄🪄
#escapism #immersiveretail #transformativeexperience #immersive #wonderment #retail #entertainment
@coach
@jacquemus @random_studio
@glossier
@thesphereofvegas
What to do with 36 hours in one of the largest cities in the world 🌎?
Wow São Paulo 🇧🇷 you were beautiful 😍 so vibrant, so alive and with the most exciting and dynamic eating and drinking scene we have experienced in a while. In a city where coming together in restaurants and bars is at the heart of people’s daily lives we knew were in for a treat we just didn’t know quite how much. From nostalgia seeped hotels and bars 🍸 to pork 🐷 focused restaurants with ice cream 🍦 and pasta 🍝 along the way. Until next time 💕
#36hours #saopaulo #restaurants #bars #brazil #cityliving
Happy International Women’s day! 💛
This is to all the women out there working hard to make a difference from driving innovation, pioneering for change and owning their field, holding it all together and doing it all with heart! 💪🙌
Here are a handful of the women who we admire from the world of hospitality and beyond
@chefclaresmyth
@asmakhanlondon
@misskatywick
@paulafitzherbert
@monicasuh
@ruthbronwenleigh
@amy__poon
@maryellenmctague
Gundula Deutschlander
@mikaelaloach
@erchenchang
@alexinaanatole
@cookinboots
@helensgraham
@gracedent
Margot Robbie
@chef_chantelle
@amber_vittoria
#womensday
Happy World Book Day! 🎉📚 Today we would like to take a moment to appreciate the art behind book binding 🪄 From the finesse leatherwork to the creative application of wooden elements and weaving, these covers are more than just protection of stories on pages inside, they are stories themselves 🔮📜📓 Imagine these masterpieces as menu covers… 👀
@bookworksuk @db_bookbinding_uk @brandonlgtaylor @dauntbooks @riverheadbooks @maggsbros @haeinsong_ @sobbookbinders @societyofbookbinders @imitiazdharker @mikkilee.art @foliosociety
#worldbookday #bookbinding #bookcoverdesign #menucover #menucoverdesign
“Waste is a failure of imagination” as they @silolondon it is a sentiment that people are getting behind in increasing numbers (and one at GG we very much believe in)🙌
Food waste is one of the of biggest threats facing the hospitality and food industry in years. With 1/3 of all food produced in the world 🌍 going to waste- making up 10% of all greenhouse gases we can all agree it is time for a large scale shift in our collective thinking 🤔
This is more than about making a pesto from carrot 🥕 tops, this is about making conscious, systematic and fundamental change in our ways of living.
On #foodwasteday we wanted to celebrate the places out there making big changes today along with some serious food in stunning environments 💚🌿
@apricityrestaurant @chef_chantelle
@silolondon @mcmasterchef
@spring_ldn @skyegyngell
@rhodora_wine_bar
@restaurantnolla
@latabledecoletteparis
#zerowaste #carbonneutral #goodfood #sustainable #lowwaste #goodfortheplanet #restaurants
🍽️✨ Welcome to the fantasy world of @rosi.restaurant - Bavarian “neo-tavern” spotlighted in the @50bestdiscovery @theworlds50best 🎉👀
There’s a lot to say about this project - from crazy f&b presentation like ,Don’t Eat the Yellow Snow’ ice cream dessert 🍨 to the general level of restaurant team creativity, but this time we would like to highlight the branding created by @yanco.studio where team brings to life the magic of this place 🪄🧚🏼♀️ Fusion of art, gastronomy, and storytelling - this what happens when you set no limitations in your project 😁 Named after the chef’s favourite cow, who falls in love with a little Udder Flower 🐮🌷❤️ This story is told though the poems, illustrated mythical creatures, 3D-rendered impossible foods, AR elements, QR codes and photography 🎨🔮 As Rosi team say about themselves - it’s the place where giggles meet gourmet 😄
#rositavern #foodiefantasy #neocuisine #yancodesigns #50bestdiscovery #theworlds50best #brandid #restaurantbrandid #branding
Do not adjust your screens, this slightly lopsided beer 🍺 glass by @nendo_official is the latest piece of work by studio (who have previously designed a can tab to create the ideal foam) 🙌
Designed as the perfect beer glass to enhance the flavours of Japan’s 🇯🇵 @sapporobeer.jp 1st bottled draft beer (launched in 1977) ‘Kuro’ known for its distinct flavour profile: 1st sip, middle sip and last sip.
By rotating the curved glass elevating 3 different mouth feels for each sip
🍺 straight edge to allow the beer to trickle to the centre of the tongue 👅 and straight to the back of the mouth 👄 creating a crisp refreshing taste
🍺 rotating to the concave side allows the bulbous side to capture and amplify the aromas
🍺 turning to the convex side allows beer to hit the middle of the tongue 😛controlling the amount of drink in each mouthful and ensuring the appreciation of the rich flavours
It gives a whole new level of appreciation when going for a pint 🍻 and we’ll cheers to that 🙌
#beer #design #japanesebeer #glassware #japanesedesign #beerglass #beergeek
As the eyes of the fashion world turn to London with LFW kicking off today our minds and our belly’s turn to the ever growing list of collabs between fashion 🪡and food 🥘
There has long been a relationship between the two but last year saw things really hotting 🥵 up from high street hook ups to high fashion flirtations, but what as driven them together at such a rapid rate?
Partly due to our shifting mindset and attitude to food and drink 🥤 , as it becomes increasingly important in our ever curated lifestyles, and part, perhaps as we all become more aware of that we consume- it is the brands which stand for something and those who stand out who grab our attention. Last year Gen Z allocated more of their wallet 💷 (40%) to food and drink – more than anything else
Fashion and food tie ups spark conversation – look👀 no further than last years @burberry x @normanscafelondon collab or the likes of @ysl x @santambroeus gelato 🍨 cart, @nandosuk clothing range or @apc_paris olive 🫒 oils, all leading brands with a distinct aesthetic leaning into other fields. Alternatively emerging designers look to well known brands to create something new, attracting a new audience, @vain_official x @mcdonalds , saw the Helsinki 🇫🇮base brand upcycle old uniforms to create a brand new capsule collection @nikbentelstudio draws inspiration from iconic brands @barilla and @absolutuk . On other occasions the relationship has been used to drive home a larger message, when @wagamama_uk worked with @pangaia and our gorgeous friends @fieldgreystudio to create uniforms for their teams out of sustainable materials using a slow fashion approach to coincide with the release of a plant 🌱 based menu
One thing is for certain we have moved past the point where food is only to be consumed – it is to be celebrated, curated and converted
#lfw #foodandfashion #fashion #curatedfood #fashionxfood
The identity for @belmondozurich draws inspiration from its old neon signage, creating a fresh yet familiar look 🌃🥃 Designer @kevinhoegger kept elements of the restaurant’s original identity, paying homage to its history while blending in modern flair into it. From bold lettering to illustrative elements reflecting the interior architecture, every detail is thoughtfully crafted to capture the essence of Belmondo 🍽️✨
#belmondo #belmondozurich #identitydesign #zurichrestaurants #brandidentity #restaurantidentity #brandid #gg_likes
Happy pancake day🥞 We’re celebrating with a set of gorgeous illustrations… and of course we’ll be whipping up a stack or two later😋 It’s arguably one of our favourite days of the year - how are you celebrating? 🙌
Credit to: @louisepretzel @limpet_store @marykatemcdevitt @carrasykes @illustratedbyweezy @robertsaeheng @leamaupetit @aubreydrawsalot @bonbonohri for these delicious works of art!
#pancakeday #pancakes #illustration #illustrators
Tomorrow we welcome the dragon 🐉 to celebrate we have rounded up some of our favourite spots in London to help you celebrate the best way we know how through our taste buds 👅
From the traditional to the contemporary here are where you’ll find team GG tucking into dim sum 🥟 and other treatsthis weekend
@cantonblue.london
@poons_wontoneria
@parkchinois
@gouqilondon
@myneighboursthedumplings
@dintaifunguk
@hunanlondon
@baoziinnuk
King Hei Fat Choi 🐉🐉🐉🧧
#dimsum #london #chinesefoodlondon #dimsumlondon #londonrestaurants
Can there be a cuteness overload, or is it more than just a smiley face? 🥰🥺😈
Artists are exploring this question in their works exhibited at @somersethouse major new exhibition, CUTE, a must-visit for anyone intrigued by the charm of adorable creatures or curious about what lies behind it 👀✨✨✨The exhibition showcases contemporary artworks, including pieces by renowned artists, trending AI-generated art, and cultural icons like Hello Kitty, exploring how cuteness has enchanted our world, from emojis to plush toys 🧸🐱💘 But it’s not all sweetness and light, the exhibition serves as a reminder that cuteness can be intricate and impactful 😈 And while you’re there, make sure to visit the adorable Hello Kitty-themed Cute Coffee Shop by ARTBOX Cafe for a taste of Japanese kawaii culture! 🐱☕️🍭🍬🍡🍧
#CUTEexhibition #SomersetHouse #HelloKitty #ARTBOXCafe #LondonExhibitions
Last night saw the @michelinguide handing out their stars 🌟 for 2024 to UK restaurants, seeing 18 new 1 star, 6 new 2 star and 1 new 3 star destinations named along side 20 new bib gourmand and 6 new green stars 🌿 taking the UK total to over 140🙌 whilst this year didn’t go without some controversy (no stars for Manchester ☹️ talent) there were some big wins within the UKs hotels 🙌 and who couldn’t fai to be impressed with The Ledbury’s meteoric rise back up to the top 🌟🌟🌟
A huge congratulations to everyone winning and retaining stars
Hotels taking home stars for the first time 💪
🌟🌟 @brooklands.london @thepeninsulalondonhotel
🌟 @pavyllon_london @fslondon
🌟 @restaurant1890gordonramsay @thesavoylondon
🌟 @thebishopsbuttery @cashelpalace
🌟 @sushikanesakalondon @45parklane
🌟 @ormer.mayfair @flemingsmayfair
#michelinstar #restaurants #ukfood #toprestaurant #hoteldining
On Saturday night team GG visited @carousel_ldn for the last night of @tamchudaree guest chef week and it did not disappoint! Packed with amazing flavours and subtle spicing that packed a punch we were treated to grilled Iberico secrets, sticky mochi rice, mackerel buddy and torched ginger 😋
2024 had been a big year so far for chef Tam being awarded her second Michelin star ⭐️⭐️ for her restaurant @baantepabkk making her the first female Thai 🇹🇭 chef to be awarded the accolade 🙌
#guestchef #thaifood #michelinstar #experience #popup #modernthaicuisine
Here at GG we are always excited about @violaineetjeremy branding projects and this one is for Bob’s Bar at @thebrandoresort, a private oasis in French Polynesia 🌎🌴🌞
Long before the luxury resort existed, the bar was already there where Marlon Brando would come every evening and ask his friend Bob to make him a drink 🧉
Violaine & Jérémy worked on the identity, concept art direction and illustrations, creating a bespoke menu crafted like Marlon’s travel journal, sharing real stories and anecdotes of Brando’s encounters with the island 🏝️📔🖋️
Only 30 authentic copies were meticulously handmade, featuring leather covers, 20 unique stamps, medals and photos held by corners
This is truly more that just a branding project 💌🎊
Bravo team 👏👏👏
@violaineetjeremy
@imprimeriedumarais
@adanielforero
@odieuxboby
@thebrandoresort
#bobsbar #violanejeremy #thebrandoresort #barmenu #traveljournal #marlonbrando #brandidentity #menudesign #gg_likes
Here are GG we are big fans of @squaremeal.co.uk round ups celebrating the best of the best 🙌 in both emerging and established talent on the culinary scene.
Shining a light on incredible talent front and back of house.
Huge congratulations to everyone on the list and an extra special shout out to the top 10 💪
1. @restaurantpine
2. @ynyshirrestaurant
3. @restaurantmoorhall
4. @grace_and_savour
5. @restaurantmyse
6. @osiprestaurant
7. @lenclume
8. @updownfarmhouse_
9. @south_lodge The Pass
10. @coworthpark Woven by Adam Smith
#ukrestaurants #restaurantawards #britishfood #hospitality #restaurant
In his new book, illustrator Joel Holland showcases iconic London spots, from historic Liberty to beloved Beigel Bake. Diverse illustrations of independent businesses beautifully portrayed. Joel captures London’s global energy and diverse architecture, letting readers discover some hidden gems too! 🌍✨
@joelholland_studio
@libertylondon
@churchillarmsw8
@st.john.restaurant
@frequency.london
@noblerotbar
@pelliccicafe
@frenchhousesoho
@1tayyabs @beigel_bake
#joelholland #londonshopfronts #shopfrontillustration #londonhospitality #londonillustration #londonrestaurants
We’re dreaming of sunny Bogotá today with a trip to neighbourhood café bar @ricocaferico 🇨🇴💭 The joyful identity, designed by @replica.replica.replica centres around the ever familiar smiley - a symbol that embodies Café Rico’s unpretentious and easygoing attitude 😊 The smiley is combined with simple, modern typography, a vibrant colour palette and ‘Qué Rico’, a phrase meaning delicious or great in Latin America 👏 All this, plus the gorgeous dog illustrations is more than enough to convince us that we must go… ✈️
#brandingdesign #branding #identitydesign #caferico #bogota #colombia #cafebar #menudesign
Are train 🚆 stations the next foodie destinations????? Usually passed through (lets face it) as quickly as possible they are don’t initially spring to mind when running down a list of places to meet up and hang out. But as travel delays increase 😤 train stations are looking to create a more dynamic and exciting visitor experience, with historic stations being revamped with well curated food 🍔 and drink experiences at the heart of their redesign.
In 2023 @moynihantrainhall @moynihanfoodhall welcomed The Irish Exit from the team behind @nycdeadrabbit, and @yonosushi by @bondstnyc along spots from beloved NYC @therealpastramiqueen and @jacobspickles
Last November @platfrom_gla opened under Glasgow Central Station serving up street food style dishes and craft beer 🍻 from the onsite micro brewery
Away from the hub of city life Somerset’s Castle Cray station is in the process of getting a serious foodie restyle in collaboration with @thenewtsomerset complete with creamery 🧀 co working space 👩💻 and café ☕️
Maybe train delays and cancellations do have an upside….. maybe just maybe 🤔
#trends #futureoftravel #foodhalls #trainstations #foodanddrink #experience #cx #guestexperience
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