Book tip of the week: Visiting Ibiza

India’s middle class is growing, travelling, trying new things – and demanding international standards in gastronomy and lifestyle at home too. This is where Chrome Hospitality from Mumbai comes in: the ambience, branding, service culture and the standard of food and drink in its restaurants, bars and hotels combine quality with personality. The company started out as an agency for school parties. We trace its success story.

Bruges in Belgium is a true paradise for food lovers. This historic city delights visitors with outstanding restaurants such as Bistro Refter and Onslow, innovative chocolatiers such as The Chocolate Line, and elegant accommodations including Grand Hotel Casselbergh. Our top Bruges tips reveal where to discover the finest chocolate, exceptional cuisine and unforgettable gourmet experiences.

At the Jeunes Restaurateurs Austria Service Day 2026 at Genussgut Krispel in Styria’s Vulkanland, the focus was on team spirit, leadership and the future of the hospitality industry. With inspiring insights from Viktoria Schnaderbeck, practical workshops and high-calibre discussions, JRE impressively demonstrated why strong teams are the decisive factor for success in the hospitality and hotel sectors today.

Under the motto “Team & Team Spirit”, staff from JRE establishments came together to exchange ideas, learn from one another and gain fresh inspiration for collaboration on an equal footing. An initiative that demonstrates: anyone wishing to achieve long-term success in the hospitality industry must continuously develop themselves – professionally, personally and organisationally.