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hospitality

Belgrade-based studio designs a cooling tea shop for Dubai
design

Belgrade-based studio designs a cooling tea shop for Dubai

KIDZ design, active in several countries, brings a refreshing touch to the hot desert: the cold drinks of the PIMS tea room are served in a cool interior. PIMS, famous for its teas, has opened a new unit in Dubai—with a striking design to match. The tea room will
Was your flight delayed? Blame labor shortage!
business

Was your flight delayed? Blame labor shortage!

The pandemic, population aging, and the Russo-Ukrainian war all contribute to the growing labor shortage, resulting in canceled flights, dirty toilets, and a lack of staff who could serve customers. What can be the solution to the pressing issue of labor shortage? Predictions suggest 85 million job vacancies worldwide by
How to make a smashing cake and take advantage of your guest's critique! | Piqniq pack—Part 7
business

How to make a smashing cake and take advantage of your guest's critique! | Piqniq pack—Part 7

How to write about gastronomy differently, or what’s beyond the classic restaurant reviews? Can branding help a bad product? Is it possible to find flow and fun in making a cake as complicated as a choux? And does the saying that the customer is always right still apply? Here’
One in ten people would open a restaurant
branding

One in ten people would open a restaurant

Piqniq Budapest and Mastercard carried out comprehensive research. In the Gastronomy Survey of the Year— 2021, 400 professionals and 1600 people interested in the field were asked, among other things, about the attractiveness of the industry. Although almost 20,000 people have left the profession in Hungary since the pandemic
Rustic luxury and exemplary responsibility | Káli Art Inn
balaton

Rustic luxury and exemplary responsibility | Káli Art Inn

Intimate atmosphere, respect for handicraft traditions, gastronomic specialties, sparkling volcanic wine, spa and idyllic environment: the first boutique hotel in Hungary, Káli Art Inn in Köveskál, opened more than twenty years ago. The accommodation not only raises the standard of the area with its sophisticated appearance, but also takes serious
When a swallow makes summer—Meals with a twist by Fruccola Bird
gastronomy

When a swallow makes summer—Meals with a twist by Fruccola Bird

The past months have highlighted the importance of healthy eating even more, but the lack of time and energy often poses too big an obstacle. Luckily there are innovators who do not only think of today but also tomorrow: the vending machines of Fruccola Bird will soon offer the nourishing,
Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy
branding

Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy

Now that the long awaited spring comes closer by the day, and after each warmer day we keep longing for sweater weather even more, we might just get in the mood to go somewhere, just like we did before. To plan a cool weekend full of great programs, when we
Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy
branding

Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy

Many people have responded to the changed market circumstances in many different ways: there were some who, in the spirit of quality leisure time, collaborated with Hungarian graphic designers and released a new-wave version of the traditional puzzle, while others opened a noodle canteen despite all difficulties. Of course, making
Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy
branding

Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy

Effectiveness, identity and being close to nature—these are the three ingredients in which Péter Várvizi sees the future of Hungarian hospitality. Róbert Erdélyi did not compromise either: now they bring their burgers well-established amongst tourists to the home of Hungarian home office workers, offering a restaurant experience to accompany
Greek industrial declared ultimate winner at hospitality design award show
architecture

Greek industrial declared ultimate winner at hospitality design award show

The most fascinating hospitality design projects were also awarded at this year’s AHEAD Awards 2020: the first place winner was a Greek seaside hotel, without the usual blue and white idyll for once. The derelict building of Hotel Dexamenes located on Greece’s western Peloponnese coastline used to function
Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy
branding

Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy

There are many gastronomy business in Hungary with a unique story. The people behind them are many times perceived as “weirdos”, but in reality they “only’ do what they do passionately and they are not afraid from the irregular and the unknown. The sommelier who left the Michelin star restaurant
Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy
branding

Good people, good places | Big picture of gastronomy

Gastronomy businesses – unintentionally, yet still – purchased a ticket for another round on this rollercoaster called the coronavirus. It’s once again time for the various creative solutions, plan Bs and practical scenarios – there’s nowhere to go but forward. In the latest episode of our series we’ll also share
„People go to places they trust” | Piqniq Budapest x Mastercard
business

„People go to places they trust” | Piqniq Budapest x Mastercard

The joint project of Piqniq Budapest and Mastercard commenced under the title „Tanulj, fejlődj! – Nagykép a gasztronómiáról” (Learn, improve! – Big picture of gastronomy), presenting the personal stories of businesses related to gastronomy. The goal of the campaign launched a few weeks ago is not only to educate the players of
Design x Covid-19 | 9 projects inspired by the epidemic
design

Design x Covid-19 | 9 projects inspired by the epidemic

It’s time that we slowly emerge from our sheltering homes and try to get back to our old habits: instead of the two corners of a bench, we meet our friends at a table of a café, instead of running, we use the park for sunbathing, or if we