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Daryaganj’s signature flavours to shine at Spice Terrace, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru

15Apr

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Daryaganj’s signature flavours to shine at Spice Terrace, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru

New Delhi’s famed culinary hotspot, Daryaganj, renowned for its exquisite North Indian fare and the birthplace of iconic dishes like Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani, is thrilled to announce its inaugural pop-up at JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru’s esteemed Spice Terrace. Priced at 4500 plus taxes for two, this exclusive event runs from April 17 to April 21, 2024, offering a delectable dinner experience for all. “Daryaganj – By the Inventors of Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani,” conceived by Raghav Jaggi and restaurateur Amit Bagga, pays homage to the culinary legacy of Kundan Lal Jaggi, the grandfather of Raghav Jaggi and the originator of Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani. This pop-up aims to revive age-old flavours and closely guarded recipes, reminiscent of the Punjabi refugees’ resilience and ...

Three Dubai hotels to join JW Marriott and Autograph brands – Business Traveller

29Dec

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Three Dubai hotels to join JW Marriott and Autograph brands – Business Traveller

Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) has announced plans to reflag three of its Dubai properties under Marriott’s JW and Autograph Collection brands. From 1 January, 2024 The Address Dubai Marina will be known as the JW Marriott Hotel Marina, while the Vida Downtown Dubai Hotel will become Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection, and Manzil Downtown Dubai Hotel will be rebranded as The Heritage Hotel, Autograph Collection. ADNH said that as part of the rebranding process “each property will undergo carefully planned enhancements to deliver tailored and world-class experiences”. The group owns other significant properties in the region through its hotel division, including The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel and Resort, Le Meri...

New Year’s Eve partiers paying up to $12,500 to ring in 2024 at Times Square locations of chain restaurants

27Dec

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New Year’s Eve partiers paying up to $12,500 to ring in 2024 at Times Square locations of chain restaurants

Times Square New Year's Eve Bal gets a makover Times Square New Year's Eve Bal gets a makover 00:33 Some New Year's Eve revelers say you can't put a price on the experience of watching the Times Square ball drop live and in-person on December 31.But business owners in the tourist mecca have done just that — with prices of up to $12,500. Hotels and restaurants near One Times Square, the site of the famed New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square, are offering exclusive New Year's Eve par...

JW Marriott opens second hotel in Xi’an – Business Traveller

22Dec

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JW Marriott opens second hotel in Xi’an – Business Traveller

JW Marriott Hotel Xi’an Southwest, located near a host of UNESCO World Heritage sites, is now open. The hotel features 292 guestrooms and suites that aim to harmoniously unite local cultural influence with contemporary touches. Each guestroom floor doubles as a mini exhibition space, showcasing Xi’an’s rich culture and ancient history. JW Marriott Hotel Xi’an Southwest has a 24/7 fitness centre equipped with Matrix free weights, stretch stations, and a yoga room, as well as an indoor swimming pool. Located within Xi’an’s Hi-tech Industry Development Zone, the new hotel offers convenient access to the city’s attractions, like the Tang Dynasty Wall Site Park, Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wild Goose Pagoda and the City Walls. Xi’an Railway Station and Xi’an North Railway Station are ...

Masters of Marriott Bonvoy and Culinary Culture debut Chef Michele Pascarella at the JW Marriott Goa

1Dec

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Masters of Marriott Bonvoy and Culinary Culture debut Chef Michele Pascarella at the JW Marriott Goa

Masters of Marriott Bonvoy and Culinary Culture come together once again to present and celebrate culinary excellence with renowned pizza chef, Chef Michele Pascarella at the JW Marriott Goa. With a collective goal to bring leading international chefs to India, Masters of Marriott Bonvoy will now present award-winning chef, Michele Pascarella, ‘The World’s Greatest Pizza Chef’, marking his maiden visit to India. Chef Pascarella and his team will be bringing their innovative pizza making approach and hosting two exclusive mealtimes at JW Kitchen at the JW Marriott Goa on the 9th and 10th of December. Michele Pascarella is the founder of the famed pizzeria, ‘Napoli on the Road’ in the United Kingdom. He was awarded the ‘Best Pizza Chef in The World’- winning the coveted Global Pizza Maker ...

Kashmiri cuisine on platter for Delhi foodies

28Nov

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Kashmiri cuisine on platter for Delhi foodies

For those who crave authentic Kashmiri food in Delhi, chefs Rahul Wali and Sunil Mattoo curated a Kashmiri food festival with some well-known and not-so-known dishes from the cuisine. Talking about the special cuisine that was being served at K3, JW Marriott New Delhi, chefs said, “The allure of Kashmiri cuisineindeed gained recognition a bit later than the food offerings of the rest of the country.The region remains largely unexplored. The intricate flavours of Kashmiri cuisine are an amalgamation of its rich history and culture, with a strong influence from Central Asia, Persia, and the North Indian plains. While only a few Kashmiri dishes have truly been savoured, many regional and traditional delicacies are yet to be discovered. Kashmiri cuisine is renowned for its delectable non-vege...

Courtyard by Marriott debuts new European design at renovated Berlin property – Business Traveller

22Nov

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Courtyard by Marriott debuts new European design at renovated Berlin property – Business Traveller

The hotel’s fitness centre has also been upgraded, with new Technogym equipment, a weightlifting area, and a hydration station for guests to rest and refuel. Five additional European hotels are set to feature the new design by next year, with openings in Biel/Bienne in Switzerland, Yerevan in Armenia, Lyon in France, and Milan Linate and Turin in Italy. Courtyard by Marriott is the group’s largest brand with over 1,200 properties worldwide, including recent UK openings close to Exeter’s Sandy Park conference centre and London City airport. In 2021 Marriott unveiled plans to renovate more than 375 of its earliest generation Courtyard hotels in the US and Canada. Marriott unveils Courtyard modernisation programme Commenting on the news Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, vice president, premium and...

Marriott opens Renaissance New York Harlem – Business Traveller

17Nov

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Marriott opens Renaissance New York Harlem – Business Traveller

Facilities include The Victoria restaurant with signature dishes including shrimp n’ grits, hot chicken sandwich and pepper pot beef brisket, as well as over 800 sqm of events space across five venues. The hotel will also be home to Evenings at Renaissance – nightly jazz performances at the bar’s grand piano, and local arts performances celebrating the culture of Harlem. The unveiling follows the opening of the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel in 2020 – both properties are owned by New York-based Lam Group. Marriott’s Renaissance brand opens New York Chelsea hotel Commenting on the news Jennifer Connell, global brand leader, Renaissance Hotels, said: “Harlem is a historical epicentre of art, cuisine, music, and culture and is of the upmost importance that we stay true to the authentic...

JW Marriott property announced for Ras Al Khaimah – Business Traveller

16Nov

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JW Marriott property announced for Ras Al Khaimah – Business Traveller

Marriott International and WOW Resorts have teamed up to launch a luxury resort and residential development on Al Marjan Island in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah within the UAE. JW Marriott Al Marjan Island Resort and JW Marriott Residences Al Marjan Island are scheduled to open in late 2026. It marks the debut of US-based WOW Resorts in Ras Al Khaimah and the UAE. Located on Marjan’s flagship island development, the residential development and luxury resort will offer uninterrupted sea views and will include a portfolio of 524 residences, featuring one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences and luxurious penthouses, alongside 300 luxury guest rooms. The development will also feature seven dining venues, a spa, pools, and a fitness centre. Bhupender ‘Bruce’ Patel, co-founder and co-C...

Marriott launches its first co-branded credit card in Qatar – Business Traveller

5Nov

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Marriott launches its first co-branded credit card in Qatar – Business Traveller

Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) and Marriott Bonvoy have launched a new co-branded credit card in Qatar. Marriott Bonvoy, the travel programme by Marriott International, said that it is “Qatar’s first hospitality co-brand credit cards in collaboration with Visa.” Cardholders can earn Marriott Bonvoy points on local and international spends as well as on their stays at more than 8,000 hotels across over 130 countries. The new Marriott Bonvoy QIB Credit Cards are available in three levels – Infinite, Signature and Platinum. Infinite card holders will receive Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status which includes benefits such as 25 per cent bonus points on eligible stays at participating hotels, room upgrades and 2pm late check out facilities. Signature and Platinum cards holders meanwhile will receive...