Episode 61: Holiday Season Trends: Cocktails, Winter Pop-ups & Hospitality Industry Gifting

Episode 61: Holiday Season Trends: Cocktails, Winter Pop-ups & Hospitality Industry Gifting

Author: Tripleseat December 10, 2021 Duration: 29:32

In this episode, Kate and Rachel continue to feel the holiday season spirit by talking about holiday season trends relevant to the hospitality industry. They discuss cocktail recipes you could try at your restaurant and/or personal holiday festivities; winter holiday pop-ups that restaurants create; and hospitality industry gifting ideas for anyone important in your life. Let us know if you try any of the ideas discussed in the episodes by emailing us at 2chicks3seats@tripleseat.com.

Links from the episode:

Serra by Birreria Pop up: https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/serra-by-birrerias-winter-pop-up-is-now-open-on-eataly-flatirons-rooftop-120721

Moxy Hotel's Magic Hour Rooftop: https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/magic-hours-new-holiday-pop-up-is-an-apres-ski-vision-in-glitter-and-pink-111821?fbclid=IwAR0qfNzItg151M0pNRWLjnYJfHzZ1VN1rfqgouiJentwp8oj8UStMsa5Smw

Holiday Gifting Guide: https://www.eater.com/2021/11/12/22611163/eater-holiday-gift-guide-2021

Glass Salt bowls: https://canoe.design/products/glass-salt-bowl

Eater Wine Club: https://eaterwineclub.com/collections/gift-the-gift-of-eater-wine-club?variant=32953066258475

Gastro Obscura: A Food Adventurer's Guide: https://www.target.com/p/gastro-obscura-atlas-obscura-by-cecily-wong-dylan-thuras-atlas-obscura-hardcover/-/A-80250587?clkid=b3670619N88ba11ebbbf142010a246ed7&lnm=81938&afid=Vox%20Media&ref=tgt_adv_xasd0002

Kale & herb razor: https://www.rawrutes.com/products/kalerazor?variant=17375992071

Click and Grow Smart Garden: https://www.amazon.com/Click-Grow-Garden-Gardening-Capsules/dp/B01MY0HC2H?th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=eater0c-20&linkId=f684fe54f21439e8321d85e57c6d195c&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl




Ever feel like the world of events and hospitality moves a little too fast to keep up? That’s exactly where Two Chicks, Three Seats: The Event Manager's Guide to Industry Trends comes in. Hosted by Kate Kennedy and Rachel Calkins from Tripleseat, this conversation feels like grabbing a coffee with two colleagues who are deeply embedded in the field. They cut through the noise, offering a grounded look at what’s actually happening. You’ll hear them unpack the latest news, debate emerging food and beverage trends, and share practical marketing insights that go beyond theory. The discussions often feature conversations with event guests and professionals, bringing a variety of real-world perspectives to the table. It’s designed for anyone who plans, markets, or manages events, providing relatable commentary on the shifts that affect your work daily. This podcast serves as a reliable resource, turning industry chatter into actionable knowledge. By focusing on the tangible and the topical, Kate and Rachel create a space that’s both informative and genuinely engaging, making it easier to stay connected to the pulse of the hospitality community.
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