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🍴 In 2025, Essonne’s Papilles d’Or culinary label celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special edition featuring new initiatives. Spearheaded by the Essonne Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with the Essonne Ile-de-France Chamber of Crafts and Trades, the event drafts triple-starred chef Régis Marcon as patron. The competition involves 15 food trades, ranging from butchery to gourmet dining, and includes primeurs and street food. Participants are judged by juries of professionals and consumers, rated 1 to 4 Papilles. Two ceremonies are set for November 4 (for merchants and artisans) and November 18 (for restaurateurs) at the Mennecy theater. A "Public Prize" is introduced for the 2024 competition, from September 2-29, where consumers can vote for favorite merchants and artisans, with a chance to win 50-euro vouchers valid at award-winning establishments.

🍕 The Domaine les Crayères to host the Marché des Producteurs on September 21-22, 2024, in Reims. The event anticipates 40 local producers and 5000-6000 visitors. Chef Christophe Moret will highlight artisanal products, including Caillot Saveurs' renowned échalote grise from Coole and Boulangerie Pauline's offerings from central Reims.

🍴 Elior, a subsidiary of Elior Group, is the number one company in collective catering in France. For over 25 years, it has been anticipating changes in the industry by staying ahead of the expectations and needs of various groups including children, students, workers, patients, and residents.

💵 Serena Capital has compiled a list of investment funds for French startups across different stages, from pre-seed to growth, including notable investors like 20VC for pre-seed (BeReal), Founders Future for seed (Lydia, LaFourche), Elaia Partners for Series A (Criteo, Mirakl), French Partners for Series B (Big Mamma, LeCab), Quadrille for Series C and beyond (Blablacar, Evaneos), and ISAI for growth (Malt, Privateaser), covering funds in France, Europe, and the USA.

🏖️ Florence Carcassonne celebrated 20 years of shaping La Sivolière, a discreet Courchevel institution with over 50 years of history. The luxurious ski-in, ski-out chalet offers 35 warmly-received, fully renovated rooms, family suites, and apartments. Carcassonne, a pioneer in luxury hotel management since 1979, previously managed Hôtel de la Trémoille in Paris and honed her 5-star hospitality expertise at prestigious hotels including Georges V, Martinez Cannes, Royal Mansour Casablanca, and Es Saadi Marrakech.

🏫 Jordan's archaeological site Umm al-Jimal, known as the "Black Petra" for its basalt architecture, has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage List, announced at the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee. This makes it the seventh Jordanian site on the list, alongside renowned sites like Petra and the Wadi Rum desert. Founded in the 1st century A.D., Umm al-Jimal's complex water management system reflects the ingenuity of the Nabateans in the Mafraq region, northeast Jordan.

🍹 Recipe for 4: includes 4 Ostra Regal oysters (size 3-4), cocktail mix with 60 ml champagne, oyster water, 1 tsp elderflower syrup, 2-3 cucumbers, 2-3 jalapeños, 45 ml fresh lime juice, and 120 ml chilled gin. Garnish with lime juice-brushed edible flowers, and optional egg white foam with Achillea leaf and cornflower petals for "shot on oyster". Preparation involves blending ingredients, garnishing glasses with petals, and serving a portion as a "shot on oyster".

💬 La liberté d’expression, un droit essentiel en France, est garantie par l'article 10 de la Déclaration des droits de l'homme et du citoyen de 1789. Cependant, elle est réglementée pour maintenir l'ordre public, préserver la dignité et protéger les droits d'autrui. Cet équilibre est crucial dans le cadre juridique et politique français. C'est le 3e article sur TendanceHotellerie généré par un outil d'Intelligence artificielle, ChatGPT 4o.

🏡 In Nice, the Hôtel Negresco offers day use with spa access and sea view suites, while Hôtel Boscolo Exedra boasts central location and marble interiors. Hi Hotel Eco Spa & Beach focuses on eco-friendly practices, offering organic spa treatments and private beach access. Hôtel La Pérouse, with four stars, provides a heated pool and gourmet picnics. The beachfront Radisson Blu Hotel Nice features ergonomic workspaces, while AC Hôtel Nice by Marriott offers free high-speed Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Hotel Villa Rivoli highlights its 19th-century charm with period features and a private garden.

🍴 A revered master of gastronomy, known for reinterpreting culinary traditions to inspire cuisine in France and globally, has passed away. A month ago, he warmly supported foie gras professionals in the Landes region he cherished. His legacy includes a commitment to exceptional products and daily innovation for a vibrant, societal cuisine. His artisanship in cooking is acknowledged universally, setting a standard for French gastronomy. His influence will continue to inspire future generations.