The New Gastronomic Trends for Christmas and New Year's Eve Suppers in Hotels

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With the end of the year fast approaching, hotels of all sizes are preparing to offer memorable experiences at their Christmas and New Year's Eve meals. Gastronomy is one of the main protagonists of these dates, providing moments of celebration. 

For 2024, gastronomic trends show an appreciation for concepts such as sustainability, personalization, and sophistication. In this article, we'll highlight some main trends or novelties to delight guests this end-of-year festive season.


1. Sustainable and local menu

One of the biggest trends for New Year's Eve meals is the use of fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Guests are increasingly aware of the local origin of food and its environmental impact, and preferring regional suppliers contributes both to the local economy and to reducing the carbon footprint. Offering typical dishes with a gourmet touch and fresh ingredients is a differentiator.

Example: Use fresh fish and tropical fruit from local producers to make sophisticated starters and desserts.


2. Personalized Gastronomic Experiences

Personalization stands out at this time of year as a way of captivating different audiences. Menus that cater to dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or lactose-free options, become essential. In addition, offering live stations, where guests can assemble dishes to their liking with the help of chefs, elevates the experience and generates interaction.

Top tip: Keep your guests' profiles up to date, so that your gastronomic menu is increasingly assertive in its personalization and your guests' experience is increasingly enhanced.


3. Exclusive cocktails and drink pairing

Harmonization between dishes and drinks is gaining momentum this season. In addition to the traditional wine and sparkling wine options, exclusive cocktails with seasonal ingredients, such as Christmas spices and typical summer fruits, become an extra charm for suppers.

Tip: Bet on drinks that bring flavors like cinnamon, ginger, hibiscus, and lychee for Christmas, and more refreshing drinks with citrus and sparkling wine for New Year's Eve.


4. Creative and Affectionate Desserts

Desserts always have a special place at Christmas and New Year's Eve suppers, and the trend is to bring reinterpretations of classic sweets and more creative presentations. Dishes that awaken fond memories, but with a modern twist, delight guests of all ages.


5. Themed environments and immersive dinners

The gastronomic experience goes beyond the food: hotels have invested in creating themed and immersive atmospheres, with live music, special decoration, and lighting that provide a complete sensory experience. At exclusive New Year's Eve dinners, the countdown, accompanied by a special toast and fireworks display, makes all the difference.

Inspiration: Tropical themes with gold and green elements, combining elegance with freshness, are ideal for the festive mood.


6. Including Detox Options the Next Day

To complement the dinner experience, hotels can offer a special brunch or breakfast the next day, with lighter, detox options such as natural juices, fruit salads, and yogurt bowls. This detail adds value to the accommodation and helps guests recover from the excesses of the night before.


Christmas and New Year's Eve suppers are incredible opportunities for hotels to retain their guests and stand out in the market. Betting on trends such as sustainability, personalization, and complete gastronomic experiences is the way to delight and surprise customers this festive season.

Get ready for success: start planning the menu, and the details of the event and create a memorable experience so that your hotel becomes the perfect destination to celebrate the end of the year!

Stay tuned to our blog for more insights and trends in the world of hospitality. And if you're a hotelier, contact us to find out how our solutions can help meet the needs of corporate travelers.


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