SUMMER ESCAPE

Sofitel invited music lovers worldwide to celebrate its global music festival, Fete de la Musique, in June. Offering Sofitel Sounds, a culturally curated playlist, the France-headquartered hospitality group this year encouraged participants at home to host their own music festival and to stay social by sharing their favorite song via their Instagram Story.

ON THE LIST

Twenty-four Accor properties were included in the 2020 Meituan Dianping Must-Stay List for hotel recommendations, according to the hospitality group. They include various Accor brands across 14 cities in China. Based on big data, public reviews and utilizing user verification, the list is a recognized guide that provides immediate, resourceful and reliable decision-making recommendations for hotel choices.

CULINARY DELIGHTS

The 2020 China International Food and Catering Expo is scheduled for Sept 18-20 in Changsha, capital of Hunan province in Central China. It will feature seven exhibition areas and more than 20 major activities will be held during the event, organizers said. To ensure the safety of visitors and exhibitors, a dedicated team will be responsible for prevention and control measures against COVID-19, they added.

The Ritz-Carlton Tianjin is launching a peach-themed afternoon tea in its lobby lounge, providing refreshing relaxation on hot summer days with seasonal fruitiness amid soft music. The creative treats include a selection of desserts using juicy peaches, smoked duck sandwiches and blueberry scones.

China Daily - Xinhua