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Collaboration between Labada and Pamukkale University

Offering a holistic taste experience to its guests with services such as brasserie, catering and patisserie in Denizli, Labada has launched the Labada Gourmet Practice Kitchen within the scope of its collaboration with Pamukkale University, Faculty of Tourism, one of the important universities of our country. Labada Gourmet Practice Kitchen, which will contribute to the training of chef candidates who will take Turkish gastronomy forward, draws attention with its state-of-the-art modern equipment and large area.

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1 years ago

June 16, 2024

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It started its story in Denizli under the umbrella of BND Group. LabadaAs the symbol restaurant of Denizli, it protects the gastronomy and cultural richness of the region. Labada, which serves its guests in the region with its innovative and unique patisserie and catering services in addition to its brasserie concept, has signed a collaboration with Pamukkale University, one of the well-established universities of our country, in order to contribute to the development of Turkish cuisine and gastronomy. Labada, which has implemented a practice kitchen in the Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts, affiliated with the Faculty of Tourism, carries its holistic gastronomy approach to the future with a kitchen that includes all the equipment and equipment needed by chef candidates.

Details about Labada Gourmet Practice Kitchen, which offers students the opportunity to develop their practical skills and explore various culinary cultures, are as follows; The kitchen, which provides a comfortable working environment for students with a large area of 110 square meters, has a dishwasher, which is important for cleanliness and order, spread over an area of 10 square meters. In the patisserie section of the kitchen, there is also a special area of 12 square meters for students who want to work on desserts and patisserie products. This department allows students to showcase their creativity and develop practical skills. The kitchen also has practical access points, such as a back door that leads to the outside and a front door that allows entry from inside the building. These features allow students to access the kitchen area safely and easily.

Among the courses students will take at Labada Gourmet Practice Kitchen; There are various courses such as Basic Culinary Practices, Turkish Cuisine and World Cuisines. While Turkish Cuisine courses include comprehensive training for students on the preparation, presentation and service of traditional Turkish dishes, World Cuisine courses give students the opportunity to discover the cooking techniques and flavors of different cultures. In these courses, which focus on the dishes of various cultures such as Italian, French, Chinese, Indian and Japanese cuisines, students have the opportunity to specialize in international cuisines. A total of 1440 students will have the opportunity to develop their practical skills in Turkish and world cuisines at Labada Gourmet Practice Kitchen, in an area equipped with advanced equipment and the latest technology. Chef candidates representing the future of Turkish cuisine will be ambassadors who will carry Turkish gastronomy forward with a vision that will carry forward the cultural heritage they inherit from their roots, just like Labada.

Source: HORECA Trend and Pamukkale University, Labada

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3 days ago

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Serpil Güney has been appointed as the new General Manager of Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center, which has hosted countless events for over 10 years and welcomed thousands of guests with world-renowned Hilton quality and hospitality, and has made a significant contribution to Turkish tourism with its accommodation, gastronomy, spa, and event space experience.

Serpil Güney, with over 20 years of international experience in the hospitality industry, has led numerous successful hotel openings, conversions, and renovations at Hilton in countries including Turkey, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Indonesia. Prior to Hilton Istanbul Bomonti, Güney served as general manager of the DoubleTree by Hilton M Square Hotel & Residences in Dubai and the Umana Bali LXR Hotels & Resorts in Indonesia, where she led numerous successful openings and critically acclaimed projects.

Güney, the hotel's first female general manager, said, “I am delighted to join the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti family as general manager. With my long-standing experience in finance and the expertise I've gained from opening numerous hotels abroad, I'm here to strategically contribute to Hilton Istanbul Bomonti's growth journey and achieve even greater success together. I aim to grow our hotel not only through operational success but also through projects that create added value for our employees and guests. For me, leadership means rising together; therefore, my greatest goal is to collaborate with my team on unique, inspiring, and sustainable projects. Being the first female general manager of Hilton Istanbul Bomonti, Istanbul's largest hotel, is a source of particular pride for me. I look forward to empowering women to participate more fully in the workforce, supporting their potential, and leading initiatives that will increase their visibility.”

Under the leadership of Serpil Güney, a graduate of Middle East Technical University Public Administration and a graduate of Cornell University, Hilton Istanbul Bomonti is expected to elevate the guest experience, develop its commercial objectives, increase its significant contribution to tourism in Istanbul and Turkey, and continue to develop and implement sustainability and social impact projects in line with Hilton's global mission.

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Mehmet Emin Çangal became Simpra's COO

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With over 35 years of experience, he has been appointed as the COO of Simpra, an R&D center that develops software for restaurants and hotel businesses and offers innovative solutions that facilitate end-to-end business management. Mehmet Emin Çangal Was introduced.

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Gönül will now utilize this accumulated expertise within the Artaş Hotels Group, aiming to contribute to both the development of regional tourism and guest satisfaction. Radisson Blu Hotel, Kayseri, one of Anatolia's most distinguished hotels, is poised to embark on new successes under Gönül's leadership.

Kayseri, attracting an increasing number of visitors with its historical heritage, natural beauty, and gastronomy, boasts significant business and tourism potential. Radisson Blu Hotel, one of the strongest representatives of this potential, is located at the heart of the city's tourism scene.

It is believed that Şeyda Gönül will make a difference in her new role at Radisson Blu Hotel, Kayseri, one of the region's symbolic accommodation addresses, reflecting the vision of Artaş Hotels Group.

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Artaş Hotels Group is a tourism group focused on excellence in guest satisfaction, committed to sustainability, and operating with an innovative approach. With its internationally renowned hotels, Artaş continues to add value to the sector with its facilities across Turkey.

Swissotel Resort Bodrum Beach, Radisson Collection Hotel Vadistanbul, Radisson Residences Vadistanbul, Mövenpick Living Çamlıvadi and Mövenpick Living Saklıvadi located in the Vadistanbul area, Radisson Hotel Sultanahmet and Radisson Hotel located in the Sultanahmet area, are part of the Artaş Hotels Group. President The Old Town comprises a total of 12 international hotels, including the Radisson Residences Europe TEM in the TEM region; the European-standard ski hotels Radisson Blu Hotel Mount Erciyes and Radisson Blu Hotel Mount Erciyes Lake Side; the Radisson Blu Hotel Kayseri, one of Anatolia's finest hotels; and the newly opened Marriott Executive Apartments TEMA within the TEMA project. With its expanding portfolio, the Group continues to maintain and expand its strong position in the tourism sector.

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