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Business Wire
11-08-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Bunkhouse Hotels Check in to World of Hyatt: Soulful Stays Can Now Earn Points
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that World of Hyatt members can now earn and redeem World of Hyatt loyalty points at participating Bunkhouse Hotels. Renowned for its distinctive portfolio of hotels in Texas and beyond, Bunkhouse Hotels are celebrated for their sense of place and meticulous attention to detail with regard to design, music, and community-driven events. While each property has its own unique character, these shared values cross through all Bunkhouse Hotels, brought to life by live music, poolside bar-b-ques, retail offerings that spotlight local makers and artisans, and much more. This milestone follows the integration of The Standard and The StandardX brands into the World of Hyatt portfolio in May. Further advancing Hyatt's position as an industry leader in lifestyle hospitality, the addition of the Bunkhouse Hotels brand offers World of Hyatt members access to extremely special experiences in sought after destinations from Texas to Mexico. 'Bunkhouse Hotels are nothing short of beloved in the communities they serve,' said Amar Lalvani, President & Creative Director of Hyatt's Lifestyle Portfolio. 'We are excited to introduce these one-of-a-kind properties to our World of Hyatt members who I am positive will fall in love with them just as we have.' World of Hyatt is making four exclusive, limited-time FIND Experiences available via auctions. These experiences showcase Bunkhouse Hotels' soulful spirit immersing them in the culture and creativity that lies at the heart of each property. Lone Star Luxury at Hotel Saint Augustine | Experience a sampling of Houston's finest, beginning with a three-night stay in a luxe Atelier Suite at Hotel Saint Augustine, which opened in January and is nestled quietly amongst the trees in Houston's Montrose neighborhood. This package for two includes an exclusive curator-led tour of the hotel-adjacent Menil Collection, a custom cowboy boot design experience at Republic Boot Co., plus an indulgent four-course meal at Perseid, personally curated by acclaimed chef, Aaron Bludorn. While at the hotel, enjoy $250 in dining credit, $250 in retail credit, two signature robes to take home, plus 100,000 AAdvantage® bonus miles to use toward your flights. Learn more here. Vinyl & BBQ in the Heart of Texas | Dive deep into the soul of Austin, Texas with an unforgettable four-night getaway. Enjoy accommodation at either Hotel Saint Cecilia, a quiet oasis off the famed South Congress, or Carpenter Hotel, just steps away from Zilker Park and Barton Springs pool. During your stay, indulge your senses in a private listening session—complete with cocktails and bites—at one of the country's most celebrated vinyl bars, Equipment Room. Then go behind the smoke with Chef Ali Clem for a pit tour, chef-curated spread, and an uncensored BBQ chat at the Michelin Starred BBQ restaurant, La Barbecue. $500 in hotel food and beverage credit, $250 in hotel retail credit, plus two signature robes to take home for keeps and round out the experience with 100,000 AAdvantage® bonus miles to use toward your flights. Learn more here. Buenas Noches, a Hotel San Fernando Takeover | Experience Mexico City like never before with an exclusive two-night takeover for you and up to 23 of your closest friends at the intimate, Michelin Key hotel—Hotel San Fernando—located in the city's charming Condesa neighborhood. During your stay, you and your guests will enjoy a private rooftop cocktail class highlighting traditional Mexican spirits with one of the hotel's skilled bartenders from Lounge Fernando, as well as a rooftop brunch complete with Mexican delicacies, pan dulce, and a mimosa bar before setting out to explore the city. Learn more here. A Baja Awakening at Hotel San Cristóbal | Awaken the senses with a transformative three-night escape to Baja's jewel—Hotel San Cristóbal—located on a serene beachfront in Todos Santos. This thoughtfully curated experience for two includes a stay in an oceanfront king room with a private plunge pool, private yoga class overlooking the Pacific, private sound bath experience, rejuvenating massages, and an unforgettable private boat adventure to the neighboring Espiritu Island. While on property, enjoy a private beachfront bonfire with a three-course dinner, an evening meal in the garden with local wine pairings, plus two signature robes for keeps, $250 in retail credit, and $250 toward food and beverage. Private transportation to and from SJD airport, and 100,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles are also included. Learn more here. 'We're excited to offer World of Hyatt members a true taste of what Bunkhouse Hotels are all about through these limited-time FIND experiences,' said Laurie Blair, senior vice president, global marketing, Hyatt. 'From a complete takeover of Hotel San Fernando in Mexico City to diving into Austin's music and BBQ scene, these opportunities epitomize the endless possibilities to Be More in the World of Hyatt.' Wish You Were Here: Eclectic Stays for Locals and Travelers Bunkhouse Hotels offer more than just a good night's sleep and a great cup of coffee. A passion for design, tireless attention to detail, and commitment to creating authentic cultural experiences have earned each hotel a unique place in the hearts and minds of locals and those who visit. From luxurious stays at Hotel San Cristóbal and the secluded, rock 'n' roll haven, Hotel Saint Cecilia, to the laid-back charm of Austin icons like Hotel San José and Austin Motel, alongside the recently opened Hotel Saint Augustine – recognized as one of the best new hotels in the world by Esquire, Travel + Leisure, and Southern Living – World of Hyatt members now have even more options for unique, community-inspired travel. Following the most recent addition of Hotel Saint Augustine, a second Bunkhouse Hotel in Houston, Hotel Daphne, is set to debut in late 2025. It will also join World of Hyatt at a later date. Jo's Coffee, an Austin icon, which recently expanded outside of Austin for the first time with the opening of Jo's Houston, will continue its expansion with a new Austin location opening near University of Texas' campus this fall. Local Stays; Rewards in Our World Bunkhouse Hotels are joining World of Hyatt in phases, participating in all World of Hyatt program benefits. Starting now, members can earn and redeem points at participating Bunkhouse Hotels, including: Houston, Texas | Hotel Saint Augustine (Category 6) Austin, Texas | Hotel Saint Cecilia (Category 7); Hotel San José (Category 5); Austin Motel (Category 5); Carpenter Hotel (Category 5) Todos Santos, Mexico | Hotel San Cristobal (Category 7) Mexico City, Mexico | Hotel San Fernando (Category 4) Stay Tuned | Hotel Magdalena (Austin, Texas); Hotel Havana (San Antonio, Texas); Hotel Daphne (Houston, TX) Boutique stays meet exclusive benefits. World of Hyatt members can enjoy earning and redeeming at participating Bunkhouse Hotels with all the program benefits they know and love. World of Hyatt members: Earn 5 Base Points per eligible $1 USD at participating Bunkhouse Hotels. 4 Bonus Points per eligible $1 USD spent on the World of Hyatt Credit Card at participating Bunkhouse Hotels, The Standard and The StandardX hotels. Learn more Earn credit toward earning elite tier status and Milestone Rewards with every qualifying stay Unlock new perks through award chart participation and on-property elite benefits Explore three new brands including participating The Standard, The StandardX and Bunkhouse Hotels that count towards unlocking a Brand Explorer award, which requires an eligible stay at five unique brands For more information on World of Hyatt and Bunkhouse Hotels, visit For a complete list of participating hotels, including when each property began (or will begin) participating in the World of Hyatt, visit The term 'Hyatt' is used in this release to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates. For further information: About World of Hyatt World of Hyatt is Hyatt's award-winning guest loyalty program uniting participating locations in Hyatt's Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and me and all hotels; the Inclusive Portfolio, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, and Alua Hotels & Resorts®; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove. Members who book directly through Hyatt channels can enjoy personalized care and access to distinct benefits including Guest of Honor, confirmed suite upgrades at time of booking, diverse wellbeing offerings, digital key, and exclusive member rates. With 56 million members and counting, World of Hyatt offers a variety of ways to earn and redeem points for hotel stays, dining and spa services, wellbeing focused experiences through the FIND platform; as well as the benefits of Hyatt's strategic loyalty collaboration with American Airlines AAdvantage®. Travelers can enroll for free at download the World of Hyatt app for android and IOS devices and connect with World of Hyatt on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. About Bunkhouse Hotels Bunkhouse Hotels was founded on the pillars of design, music, and community. With a reputation for building memorable experiences, Bunkhouse Hotels emanated from Austin, Texas and now have a presence found well beyond including Hotel San José, Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin Motel, Jo's Coffee, Hotel Magdalena with Summer on Music Lane and Equipment Room, and the Carpenter Hotel with Carpenters Hall and Carpenter Coffee Bar in Austin; Hotel Havana in San Antonio; Hotel San Cristóbal with Benno and Cosecha in Todos Santos, Mexico; Phoenix Hotel in San Francisco, California; and Hotel San Fernando with Lounge Fernando in Mexico City. The brand is expanding across the U.S. and Mexico, including its first Houston projects: Hotel Saint Augustine with Perseid, which recently opened in the Montrose neighborhood, and Hotel Daphne opening in the Heights neighborhood in 2025. The Bunkhouse Hotels brand is now part of Hyatt's lifestyle group and World of Hyatt. @bunkhousehotels. American Airlines American Airlines reserves the right to change the AAdvantage ® program and its terms and conditions at any time with or without notice, and to end the AAdvantage ® program with six months' notice. Any such changes may affect your ability to use AAdvantage ® Rewards and Benefits that you have already accumulated. American Airlines is not responsible for products or services offered by other participating companies. All third-party provider terms and conditions apply. For more information on miles and Loyalty Points, visit For complete details about the AAdvantage ® program, visit For the AAdvantage ® terms and conditions, visit AAdvantage terms and conditions − AAdvantage program − American Airlines.
Bloomberg
19-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Hong Kong's Belon Rides Bistro Renaissance With Young New Chef
Hong Kong isn't lacking for polished French bistros, and as the competition sharpens, Belon is looking to gain an edge with a change in the kitchen. At just 29, Istanbul-born Mina Güçlüer has stepped into the role of head chef, making her one of the youngest to lead a top restaurant in the city, and among a small number of women running Michelin-starred restaurants in Asia. Her imprint on the menu is showing up in the form of cooking rooted in French technique that incorporates local ingredients and elements from her Turkish background. That's most apparent in her East-West twist on the roast duck: sourced from Guangzhou, dry-aged for 14 days, and served with apricot and bulgur wheat. The dish anchors Black Sheep's monthly 'Plated' deal, an early-week prix fixe menu at HK$428 ($55) per person.
Forbes
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Tetsuya Wakuda's Waku Ghin Headlines Singapore's Bucket-List Dining
Marinated botan ebi with uni and caviar is a signature dish at Waku Ghin. From spectacular street food to elite tasting-menu destinations, Singapore is full of bucket-list dining experiences. Chef Tetsuya Wakuda's Michelin-starred Marina Bay Sands restaurant Waku Ghin, with a cavalcade of luxury ingredients and thoughtful cooking at its chef's table, might be the pinnacle. Start at the bar and get a seasonal fruit cocktail or mocktail with Japanese musk melon, Thai golden mango or Malaysian passionfruit for a refreshing welcome. Then head into the intimate chef's table space for a meal that's truly all killer, no filler. There might be king crab and lobster and wagyu that are dramatically presented and then cooked in front of you. There might also be generous portions of bonito tataki, chutoro carpaccio and grilled nodoguro. There are no throwaway courses here. This is about a lot more than over-the-top ingredients. Wakuda is an ace at weaving in seasonal ingredients to build peak flavors as he showcases different cooking techniques. Nodoguro is accompanied by Okinawa spinach and sudachi to add brightness, acidity and earthiness. A pan-seared filet of ayu comes with a pomelo salad and water pepper vinaigrette for a little hit of sweetness and tartness. Game-changing little details abound. King crab is steamed and served with lemon-scented olive oil. Lobster is broiled with tarragon. Wagyu, served with fresh wasabi and citrus soy, is rolled to ensure every bite is optimal. Wakuda is at the Waku Ghin on the night we visit.. He discusses how everyone uses caviar now and how he's long looked for ways to layer caviar into dishes. It's about creating food that's simultaneously rarefied and balanced. Waku Ghin's signature dish of marinated botan ebi with uni and caviar tastes as revelatory as ever, and so does its cold capellini with uni, caviar and truffles. Sweetness, brininess, texture, temperature. Everything is carefully calibrated here, including the sake and wine pairings. Masuizumi Platinum Nama is a light and fruity junmai daiginjo that enhances the umami of fish. It's also an exclusive sake label created specifically for Wakuda. Clos du Mont-Olivet Châteauneuf-du-Pape, full-bodied and deeply French, is harmonious with shellfish and richly marbled beef. At Waku Ghin's chef's table, Japanese wagyu is cooked in front of guests. For dessert like an excellent dark chocolate souffle and beautiful petit fours, you're moved into a parlor. From there, you can see stores, including an Hermes boutique that actually has Birkins on display like museum pieces that you probably have no chance of purchasing. Luxury on top of luxury. That's the essence of Marina Bay Sands. Singapore contains multitudes, of course, so there are also no-frills bucket-list experiences. In Geylang, Sin Huat Eating House (a restaurant with no website and no printed menu) is where chef/owner Danny Lee personally cooks crab over mounds of bee hoon. It's a singular noodle dish, with every strand of the rice vermicelli soaking up crab juices and aromatics. Singaporean street-food guru KF Seetoh first took us here 15 years ago. Sin Huat (a favorite of everyone from Anthony Bourdain to Ferran Adria) hasn't lost a step since then. If you want more frills and thrills at dinner, chef Dave Pynt continues to work his live-fire magic at the world-renowned Burnt Ends. Pynt cooks whole fish and steaks over coals at his Michelin-starred destination. He celebrates his Australian roots by bringing in ingredients like marron, which is freshwater crayfish that resembles lobster but is a touch sweeter. He puts caviar over coarse beef tartare and also over smoked quail eggs. Pynt's famous bangers also include brioche toast topped with both crab and a generous dollop of uni. The dining room at Burnt Ends is moody and loud and fun as guests drink Old Fashioneds and big Australian reds. There are spit-roasted marshmallows for dessert. This is a total-package modern barbecue restaurant. Of course, you shouldn't visit Singapore without eating hawker-stand food. So this time around, Seetoh takes us to the Geylang Serai market and hawker center, which is chock-full of soul-warming Muslim food. We eat mutton biryani and stingray and beef rendang and prawn donuts and oxtail soup and a Malaysian take on Hainanese chicken. You can check out Seetoh's Makansutra site and e-book for an incomparable overview of Singapore's hawker stands and its gloriously diverse array of vendors. Seetoh has, of course. famously coined his own phrase for bucket-list meals. It's called 'die die must try.'
The Independent
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Independent
‘Le Gavroche at Sea': The Cunard cruise where you can dine with Michel Roux
Cunard has unveiled plans to serve its popular Le Gavroche at Sea residencies with Michel Roux aboard its newest cruise ship Queen Anne next year. The Michelin-starred chef will host four exclusive dining experiences for passengers on select Cunard cruises. Each Le Gavroche at Sea residency features a five-course tasting menu served in Sir Samuels. Three residencies will take place on seven-night Norwegian fjords voyages in May, August and November. Prices start from £799 per person, departing from Southampton on 30 August 2026, and go up to £999 per person for the earlier May sailing. Alternatively, Roux will be on board for an Iceland and British Isles itinerary in July 2026, with prices starting from £1,649 per person. Passengers will need to book quickly, though, as guest numbers are limited to just 50 diners per evening. Roux will also host live cooking demonstrations in the Royal Court Theatre during the sailings and will take part in speaking sessions and book signings. It will be the third year of the partnership, which began in 2024 and was sold out this year. Katie McAlister, president of Cunard, said: ' Le Gavroche at Sea has quickly become one of the highlights of our voyages, and we're thrilled to welcome Michel back to Queen Anne for a third season. His passion for creating memorable dining experiences is a perfect match for Cunard's commitment to excellence. Our guests often tell us how special these evenings are – and we expect 2026 to be even more unforgettable.' Roux added: 'Bringing Le Gavroche to sea with Cunard has been an absolute joy. The warmth of the guests, the elegance of the ships, and the shared love of fine dining make it something truly unique. I'm delighted to return next year and to once again share the spirit of Le Gavroche in such a spectacular setting. 'Each residency is a chance to connect, to create, and to celebrate food in a way that's both refined and relaxed.'
Time Out Dubai
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Why Sushi Art's omakase menu needs to be on your to-try list this week
Just when you think sushi in Dubai can't get any better, it surprises you yet again. If you have a craving for Japanese dishes that can never be cured, then you need to get down to Sushi Art to try its latest creation. Every year, Sushi Art collaborates with incredible chefs from around the world to bring some brand new flavours to Dubai. However, this year is extra special, as the restaurant has partnered with UAE-based Michelin Starred chef Grégoire Berger to put the eight-course menu to the table. A huge fan of the JBR restaurant, chef Berger has taken inspiration from meals he's enjoyed at the branch over the years, as well as family and the sea. Showcasing his incredible technique, each plate in the menu tells its own story, an idea all rooting from the timeless Japanese tradition. Starting with a portion of black sesame dynamite shrimp, you'll then be treated to two nostalgic nashi pear and cabbage coleslaw spring rolls with a tangy kick. Obsiblue Roll with Blue Rice and Tom Kha Course number three is the crispy shiso tacos with salmon and kalamansi, quickly followed by two pieces of obsiblue roll with blue rice and tom kha paste. Next up are two nigiri courses, featuring a tuna nigiri with kimchi no moto, made ready to eat in three simple steps with a kimchi-infused ginger, specialty sauce, and seasoning powder. Following this is a torched Wagyu nigiri, served with cherry BBQ sauce. Just when you thought the menu couldn't get any better, it's worth noting that the omakase selection has not one, but two dessert courses. Made up of a matcha ganache mochi with black tea crumble and milk yuzu lemongrass sauce, followed by a chocolate tart with vanilla and buckwheat, you'll be leaving this dinner more than satisfied. Available at all Sushi Art locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the experience is for dine-in customers only. Packed with fresh ingredients, flavour and tradition, don't miss your chance to try out the menu and make your way down to Sushi Art today.
