Share May 5 A major data breach involving over half a million records linked to Ticket to Cash was uncovered by cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler BleepingComputer reports that the recent cyberattack on UK retail group The Co-operative Group with hackers successfully stealing data from current and former members though no financial or password information was taken Mounting cyberattacks aimed at major UK retailers have prompted a strong warning from Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden who called the incidents a wake-up call" for companies in the UK By clicking the Subscribe button below, you agree to SC Media Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Your use of this website constitutes acceptance of CyberRisk Alliance Privacy Policy and Terms of Use Paradies Lagardère has debuted four food & beverage venues across Denver Palm Springs and San Francisco international airports The North American travel retailer and restaurateur has also announced details of a further three openings planned for San Francisco where it has recently reopened bistro Perry’s in Harvey Milk Terminal 1 The 111-year-old brand Perry’s is known for its two restaurants in the coastal California city serving classic American dishes ranging from hearty burgers to fresh seafood The three new Paradies Lagardère venues will form part of the new SF Eats Food Hall in T1 They include Napa Farms Market (incorporating the Equator Coffees café) Pacific Cocktail Haven and Tony’s Pizza Napoletana At Denver International Airport Paradies Lagardère has introduced Aletitude a modern restaurant that offers local-sourced dishes and beverages from the vibrant local craft beer scene The recent Paradies Lagardère openings also include two venues at Palm Springs International Airport a chic and contemporary restaurant that highlights California-inspired cuisine craft cocktails and local wines; and wine bar Vino Volo Paradies Lagardère Senior Vice President of Restaurant Operations Claude Guillaume said “These exciting developments are part of our ongoing efforts to provide travellers with diverse and high-quality dining experiences that reflect the rich culinary scenes of the cities we serve “Thanks to our incredible airport partners we’re able to offer immersive dining experiences that help guests feel connected to the city even if they’re just passing through.” Note: The Moodie Davitt Report publishes the FAB Newsletter events and campaigns from around the world of airport and travel dining Please email Kristyn@MoodieDavittReport.com for your complimentary subscription Subscribe to our newsletter for critical marketing information delivered to your inbox Qatar Duty Free has recognised eight team members who have been with the business since its inception reflecting on its growth from a modest retail operation to an enterprise with over 4,000 staff and 200+ retail and dining outlets HMSHost will debut six new restaurants spanning over 725sq m Hudson separately captured a seven-year contract to 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scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_title + " " + scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_text + " The company is also announcing that it will be opening three restaurants within the new SF Eats Food Hall at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in the coming months to help bring some of the city’s beloved establishments to the airport “These exciting developments are part of our ongoing efforts to provide travelers with diverse and high-quality dining experiences that reflect the rich culinary scenes of the cities we serve,” says Claude Guillaume senior vice president of restaurant operations for Paradies Lagardère we’re able to offer immersive dining experiences that help guests feel connected to the city even if they’re just passing through.” Paradies Lagardère brought comfort food back to SFO with the reopening of Perry’s an iconic American bistro with a 111-year legacy Perry’s offers travelers a warm atmosphere and classic American dishes ranging from hearty burgers to fresh seafood At Denver International Airport (DEN) on Feb a modern restaurant that celebrates the vibrant craft beer scene within the Mile-High City Aletitude serves a refreshing and elevated dining experience with its curated selection of locally sourced dishes and craft brews For those traveling through Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) the opening of Vino Volo at PSP on April 8 provides an upscale yet casual spot for wine enthusiasts Both new offerings give guests the perfect opportunity to unwind and relax before their flights Paradies Lagardère is excited to announce that it will open multiple restaurant concepts in the SF Eats Food Hall at SFO’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1 The food hall will feature a range of eateries including popular local favorites such as Napa Farms Market Pacific Cocktail Haven and Tony’s Pizza Napoletana These new dining options will introduce passengers to popular regional dining concepts they might not otherwise encounter in an airport setting Paradies Lagardère has a longstanding history of excellence in the airport concessions industry consistently earning accolades for its commitment to quality and customer service At the 2025 Airport Experience (AXN) Awards which recently took place during the Airport Experience Conference in Washington DC and spotlights some of the best concepts operators and concessions teams in North American airports the company was honored with the following prestigious awards: Best Overall Retailer for the 28th consecutive year Restaurateur with the Highest Regard for Customer Service and Best Local-Inspired Restaurant Concept (Medium/Small Airports) – Uccello’s Ristorante (GRR) Paradies Lagardère CSR Manager Valerie Davis was recently named as the recipient of the 2025 Green Employee Leader Award by the Green Restaurant Association Through her exceptional leadership and dedication Valerie has played a pivotal role in bringing numerous airports into the Green Restaurant Association’s certification program © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved Subscribe to The Recordlogin teiss® is a registered trademark of Lyonsdown Ltd ASHEVILLE - The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority and airport restaurateur and retail operator announced April 14 the concessions plans for the new airport terminal at Asheville Regional Airport two retail stores and multiple vending concessions options are planned for the new airport terminal “We have a long-term positive and successful partnership with Paradies Lagardère proudly named as their very first airport location for food and beverage offerings in 2011,” said Lew Bleiweis “Paradies is committed to Western North Carolina and to providing locally sourced food beverages and artisan products in the airport Their design concepts for the new terminal are exciting and I look forward to seeing these excellent passenger amenities come to fruition.” Phase 1 of the airport’s terminal construction project Included in this phase will be the opening of the new seven-gate north concourse which will house the first new food and beverage restaurants and retail offerings operated by Paradies Lagardère – The Goods@AVL The remaining concessions are scheduled to be constructed and opened in tandem with the next phase of the project “We congratulate the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority for officially approving plans for this impressive new terminal for the airport,” said Gregg Paradies “In support of this exceptional new direction we are excited to contribute an impressive lineup of retail stores and restaurants that will elevate the traveler experience with a healthy balance of national and local concepts More: Cheapest Asheville Airport airline costs 20 cents per mile: See nonstop destinations The Goods@AVL - A new bespoke travel essential concept designed specifically for AVL The Goods@AVL will present travelers with grab-and-go options and self-checkout stations for convenience and speed of service Jimmy John's and Tropical Smoothie Cafe – Expanding the national brand offerings at the airport Jimmy John’s will deliver freshness and speed of service with its lineup of sandwiches while Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s made-to-order smoothies Two temporary concessions spaces will open this summer in the new north concourse slated to operate for the next few years until the new south concourse construction is completed a coffee offering where passengers can purchase coffee to-go and local baked goods market-style retail experience that celebrates North Carolina's Appalachian Mountain Range This travel essentials store offers customers the most sought-after items and features market-style products created by local purveyors and artisans local approach to the coffee experience showcases an impressive design and a rotating selection of coffee by local roasters Beercode Kitchen & Bar – This sit-down restaurant featuring a casual industrial yet cozy atmosphere delivers a gastropub-style menu and celebrates the region as a micro-brewery destination by highlighting a variety of craft beer by local brewers This will be the first Beercode concept in the state of North Carolina Vino Volo – The iconic and award-wining wine bar concept will offer the best of the brand’s signature offerings and a flavorful and robust menu that covers all day parts travel@ease and Costa Coffee – Located in the pre-security area these 24/7 vending options share fresh snacks and grab-and-go offerings along with the self-serve Costa Coffee machine that will not only support travelers’ needs but also airport and airline customers with very early morning or very late evening work schedules More: Asheville Airport ranks among top 100 busiest in the US as fall travel season begins More: Helene 'solely' responsible for Asheville Airport's 2024 decline in passengers, revenue loss Home / Press Release / New store “Shop the Town” opens at Oakland Airport 2025: Shop the Town is the newest retail experience offered at Oakland Airport (OAK) One of 16 new retail locations coming to the airport the store is operated by retail concessionaire Paradies Lagardère The location offers a wide assortment of local products and apparel as well as licensed sports team apparel “We are progressing quickly on our new retail program here at OAK and we’re pleased to introduce the second new location with the opening of Shop the Town,” said Port of Oakland Director of Aviation Craig Simon “Passengers can enjoy a wide selection of items available at the new store We’re especially excited about the inclusion of locally made items from Bay Area businesses!” Shop the Town shares an exciting journey through East Bay roots and Oakland’s culture that inspires travelers to shop local The main attraction of Shop the Town is the celebration of local designers whose stories are highlighted by Paradies Lagardère’s “Meet the Artisan” program Local offerings include businesses such as Oakland’s Own The store also features a mural created by local artist Paulette Nichols Several other new retail locations are currently under construction at OAK and are expected to be rolled out throughout the year Click here to view and download photos and video footage of Shop the Town. About Paradies LagardèreParadies Lagardère is a travel retailer and restaurateur that handles $1.6 billion in annual sales from more than 700 stores restaurants and bars in more than 90 airports across North America Specializing in three airport concessions areas – Travel Essentials Specialty Retail and Dining with expertise in international and local brands – Paradies Lagardère’s commitment to exceptional customer service superior design and award-winning retail and restaurant operations has earned the company numerous accolades including Best Airport Retailer for 27 consecutive years and Best Brand Restaurateur by Airport Experience News Oakland Airport (OAK) is the main airport for the greater East Bay the most populated area in the metropolitan San Francisco Bay area It is the closest airport to most Bay Area employers OAK enables excellent access to all of the region’s business The vision of OAK is to be the airport of choice for San Francisco Bay Area residents and visitors alike which also oversees the Oakland seaport and 20 miles of East Bay waterfront the Port supports more than 98,000 jobs in the region with more than a $174 billion economic impact Contact Us:Customer Relations RepresentativeOakland Airport (OAK) Aviation Marketing and CommunicationsOne Airport Drive Contact Us:Customer Relations RepresentativeOakland Airport (OAK)Aviation Marketing and CommunicationsOne Airport Drive Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Leading airport restaurateur Paradies Lagardère is pleased to announce Marie Grimm as the company’s new vice president of dining operations Grimm previously served as the head of culinary at airport restaurateur OTG Management and has successfully led culinary transformations for renowned brands such as NBC Universal Studios With over 20 years of experience in the culinary industry she has a proven track record of developing and executing strategic solutions that enhance the customer experience optimize operational efficiency and drive revenue growth “I’m thrilled to be part of such a highly respected organization and I look forward to helping Paradies Lagardère grow more proprietary brands,” says Grimm “I’m passionate about bringing culinary creativity and excellence to the challenging and dynamic airport environment.” Grimm is responsible for the overall support to the success of the Dining Division which includes more than 225 restaurants and bars across more than 40 different airports Her strategic leadership will drive service initiatives food safety procedures and procurement best practices to deliver best-in-class dining Since starting in the hospitality industry Grimm has delivered compelling menu innovation improved ingredient and production processes and increased guest satisfaction and loyalty for several celebrated brands She also has partnered with acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs to create diverse and elevated airport cuisine that showcases local Her multi-unit experience spans all different cuisines and business models “Culinary pride and passion are my favorite aspects of the job,” says Grimm “I love identifying high-performing chefs helping them develop the skills to become business leaders and working side by side with them.” Grimm strongly believes in cultivating these key relationships and encourages cross-functional collaboration among all team members to increase employee and guest satisfaction.  Grimm is focused on technology and process efficiencies to meet the industry’s high demands while addressing labor constraints “Efficiency from the back of the house is very important to me,” she says “I want to be a partner to our folks in the field so I’m focused on strategically organizing our teams to make sure we are supporting each other and our mutual goals while finding ways to execute fresh food in high volume.” A US$16.9m investment will bring 12 new retail concepts to Terminals A and B San José City Council has approved the selection of Hudson and Paradies Lagardère to manage a new retail concession programme at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) that will support more than 50 local retailers consisting of 12 retail concepts throughout Terminals A and B the new partners will bring an updated product mix and a refreshed look and feel to the airport’s retail concessions with new retail outlets opening as early as this year The new programme features a  mix of travel essentials technology and exceptional customer service all grab-and-go food will be locally sourced from within Santa Clara County The collective minimum capital investment of US$16.9m will support a high-quality build-out featuring new looks and integrate new technologies that will enhance the passenger experience The airport’s new retail concession programme is expected to generate a minimum of US$4,843,025 in revenue annually to support airport operations This is approximately a 20% increase in the minimum annual guarantee (MAG) revenue compared to the fiscal year 2024-2025 The collective total minimum revenue guaranteed over the 12-year term of the programme is US$48,430,250 SJC is a self‐supporting enterprise owned and operated by the City of San José Prioritising sense of place—focusing on innovation small businesses and a curated product selection—the programme will include diverse offerings featuring established brands and local businesses with an almost 50% increase in participation by Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Both retail partners have committed to supporting a high-quality buildout with new technology components that are designed to delight customers and drive incremental revenue “With thousands of visitors expected to pass through SJC for the Super Bowl now is the perfect time to enhance our airport’s shops and overall customer experience,” said San José Mayor “By putting the spotlight on small businesses and local foods we ensure that travelers from around the world experience the unique identity of San José from the moment they arrive.” “Thank you to the City Council for investing in the airport and creating new opportunities for passengers and Airport users to enjoy SJC’s new retail programme will create a distinctive San José and Silicon Valley experience by offering visually appealing and welcoming concessions that capture the region’s spirit and cultural richness,” said San José City Manager “Beyond enhancing revenues that are critical to support airport infrastructure and operations this new retail programme will bring some of the best of San José and our region into our terminals,” commented  SJC Director of Aviation “Having two industry-leading concession operators will improve customer service through healthy competition improved product quality and added choice.” “We are thrilled to partner with San José Mineta International Airport and support their commitment to a culture of innovation by delivering a world-class retail showcase worthy of Silicon Valley,” added Gregg Paradies “Our dynamic mix of iconic local and national brands combined with our industry-leading customer service will engage and delight travellers with innovative store designs customer-focused experiences that draw inspiration from the region’s unique identity.” Hudson’s programme will showcase a diverse selection of local goods including wines from vineyards such as Eden Rift Vineyards (Hollister) and J Lohr (San José); artisanal gifts from local makers including Alice Frost Designs and Lola x Kenneth Collaboration (San José) and culinary options from local purveyors such as Mike & Niki’s Honey Company (Campbell) Garlic World (Gilroy) and Lala’s Jam Bar (Sonoma County) There will also be a Google shop-in-shop featuring electronics and the newest and most trendy products in an experiential display where travellers can try and play before buying SJC will be among the first airports in the US to feature merchandise directly from Google Hudson will carry a curated selection of global electronics brands Hudson’s programme will also include San José-based Nirvana Soul Café and all grab-and-go food products will be sourced locally from Eataly Silicon Valley The overall concepts showcase the heritage of the San José region drawing inspiration from local names such as Santana Row and Willow Glen Market Paradies Lagardère’s programme will also reflect the character of the San José region by featuring locally sourced goods showcasing the work of artisans and makers such as Gooseberry Designs (Los Gatos) and The Capsmith (San José) Local gourmet offerings will include Nokki Farm (San José) Daybreak Coffee (San José) and Gr/eenlee’s Bakery (San José) There will be a selection of licensed sports apparel for men featuring teams such as the San Jose Sharks San Francisco Giants and college teams from Stanford Paradies Lagardère’s stores will draw inspiration from local landmarks such as San Pedro Square Plaza de San José (a nod to the historic Mayfair neighborhood) and the Garden Marketplace (inspired by San José’s historic Rose Garden) Both Hudson and Paradies Lagardère have also committed to participating in the airport’s bi-annual outreach events These events will facilitate interactions between local businesses and the operators fostering opportunities for local businesses to showcase their products and explore potential partnerships for inclusion within SJC’s retail programme Sign up for email newsletters for up-to-date news By Luke Barras-hill | Tuesday President & CEO of Paradies Lagardère Travel Retail tells TRBusiness that it remains too early to speculate on travel and spending drifts following the US presidential election the chief of Lagardère Travel Retail’s North America business argues that collaboration with landlords concessionaires and business partners will forge the foundations for the company’s sustained success In Lagardère Travel Retail’s full-year 2024 results released on 13 February the Americas – accounting for a 26% slice of revenue – returned growth of +6%to the Paris-headquartered travel retailer’s topline return of +12.5% year-on-year (LFL) That result owed much to the restoration of normalising air traffic levels in the US and ‘strong momentum’ in Canada Backtrack to this time last year and Paradies Lagardère President & CEO Gregg Paradies shared a target of $1.6 billion in annual sales by the end of the year Updating TRBusiness he confirms that expectations were “We are proud to have achieved our goal of more than $1.6 billion in 2024 a result that reflects the dedication and hard work of our associates especially those in our over 700 stores and restaurants who provide exceptional service to travellers every day,” he said “This accomplishment highlights the effectiveness of our strategic initiatives and the unwavering commitment of our entire team to deliver excellence across all aspects of our business While reaching this milestone is significant we remain focused on continuous improvement which will result in further growth and innovation in 2025 and beyond.” Lagardère Travel Retail’s North America division restaurants and bars in more than 90 airports on the continent focusing on Travel Essentials enjoyed robust performances across those core segments “Each of these categories has experienced substantial growth and we’re proud of the innovative concepts and exceptional experiences we’ve brought to travellers,” enthused Paradies convenience and affordability addresses shifting consumer demands while enhancing the airport experience Pictured is The Goods travel essentials store at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport It was a big year for US airport tenders in 2024 with retail concession programmes awarded at the likes of New York JFK Terminal 6 and Terminal 8 Newark Liberty Terminal B and John Wayne (Orange County a ‘record number’ of RFP wins and contract extensions were secured at the likes of Boise Airport Portland International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport we remain focused on exploring opportunities in a disciplined and cautious manner that align with our mission of delivering exceptional experiences to travellers while expanding in strategic markets,” commented Paradies In an increasingly fierce trading environment susceptible to continued price increases and exacerbated by (at times) eye-watering bidding levels following years of industry consolidation the stakes remain high for concessionaires and their partners Asked to elaborate on the company’s approach to business tenders Paradies was frank: “When it comes to our bidding strategy our red line is clearly defined: we only respond to tenders that enable us to offer a first-class concessions programme while ensuring a reasonable return on investment “As a market leader operating in an already highly optimised environment traditional operational and commercial strategies alone are insufficient to offset the dramatic cost increases affecting the industry our approach is twofold: In markets that are no longer financially viable we will refrain from pursuing or bidding on future concession opportunities until financial sustainability is restored we are working closely with our airport partners to establish contractually sustainable solutions This includes tactical colouration to optimise capex and leveraging new technologies wherever possible to improve operational efficiencies.” Standing still is not an option for retailers at the mercy of persistent currency volatility high interest rates and dogged inflation that weighs on consumers’ discretionary spending Hip & Humble at Salt Lake City International Airport Paradies acknowledges that while traffic trends were solid in North America in the first half of 2024 revenue per enplanement flattened in H2 and this has continued into 2025 “Early data suggests that price increases are becoming less effective signalling that reliance on annual price adjustments to offset rising costs is no longer a sustainable strategy,” he noted “Labour costs remain another significant challenge; Construction and capital expenditure (capex) costs also remain elevated there are more opportunities than available capital meaning investments will flow toward the most viable prospects.” Trump’s second election victory in the US and the implications for travel and spending “It is too early to speculate on how the US election will impact travel and spending,” he responded “Our focus remains on ‘controlling the controllables’ while staying agile to navigate changes in our industry and the broader economy.” To access the full article, see the TRBusiness March e-zine by clicking here READ MORE: Hudson & Paradies Lagardère to run retail at San José Mineta Airport READ MORE: Lagardère records bumper 2024 with double-digit growth and key wins TRBusiness Magazine is free to access. Read the latest issue now CAE, Paradies Lagardère and USO South Carolina have teamed up to help the people that have been affected by Hurricane Helene in Western With the winter season coming up so will a weather change so they are teaming up to collect items to help people in that area get through the winter weather Also bottled water and hand warmers will be collected too Anyone traveling through CAE or just in the area Columbia Metropolitan Airport officials say donations can be dropped off 24/7 inside the Public Safety truck parked in the main lobby San José City Council has approved the selection of Avolta company Hudson and Paradies Lagardère to manage a new retail & dining concession programme at San José International Airport It follows a tender process that covers 12 retail concepts across terminals A and B with the first new outlets openings later this year A collective minimum capital investment of US$16.9 million will support a build-out featuring fresh designs and integrate new technologies to “enhance the passenger experience increase speed of service and drive sales” The new programme features a diverse mix of travel essentials All grab-and-go food will be sourced from within Santa Clara County The retail concession programme is expected to generate a minimum of US$4,843,025 in revenue annually to support airport operations This is a +20% increase in the minimum annual guarantee (MAG) revenue compared to fiscal year 2024-2025 The airport is a self‐supporting enterprise owned and operated by the City of San José The new programme will include established brands and local businesses including an almost +50% increase in participation by Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprises “With thousands of visitors expected to pass through San José for the Super Bowl NCAA Men’s Basketball and World Cup games in 2026 cafés and overall customer experience,” said San José Mayor Matt Mahan we ensure that travellers from around the world experience the unique identity of San José from the moment they arrive.”  this new retail program will bring some of the best of San José and our region into our terminals,” said Director of Aviation Mookie Patel “We are thrilled to partner with San José Mineta International Airport and support their commitment to a culture of innovation by delivering a world-class retail showcase worthy of Silicon Valley,” said Gregg Paradies Hudson’s programme will showcase local goods including wines from renowned vineyards such as Eden Rift Vineyards (Hollister) and J Lohr (San José); artisanal gifts from local makers including Alice Frost Designs and Lola x Kenneth Collaboration (San José) and culinary items from local namess such as Mike & Niki’s Honey Company (Campbell) A Google shop-in-shop will include an experiential display where travellers can try and play before buying along with merchandise available only at the airport San José will be among the first airports in the USA to feature merchandise directly from Google Hudson will carry leading electronics brands The overall concepts showcase the rich heritage of the San José region Paradies Lagardère’s programme will also carry many locally-sourced goods Local gourmet offerings will include items from Nokki Farm (San José) Daybreak Coffee (San José) and Greenlee’s Bakery (San José) The offer will include a selection of licensed sports apparel for men Paradies Lagardère’s stores are inspired by local landmarks such as San Pedro Square Plaza de San José (a nod to the historic Mayfair neighbourhood) and the Garden Marketplace (inspired by San José’s historic Rose Garden) The Moodie Davitt Report is the industry’s most popular channel for launching commercial proposals and for publishing the results. If you wish to promote an Expression of Interest, Request for Proposals or full tender process for any sector of airport or other travel-related infrastructure revenues, simply email Martin Moodie at Martin@MoodieDavittReport.com We have a variety of options that will ensure you reach the widest most high-quality concessionaire/retailer/operator base in the industry – globally and immediately The Moodie Davitt Report is the only international business media to cover all airport or other travel-related consumer services Our reporting includes duty-free and other retail Travel retailers across the island from cdf Haikou International Duty Free Shopping Complex and GDF Plaza in the north to cdf Sanya International Duty Free Shopping Complex CNSC and HTDF in the south all rolled out a range of promotions to drive consumption Traffic growth at Europe’s airports slowed to +4.3% year-on-year in the first quarter up +3.2% compared to the same period in pre-pandemic 2019 North American airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardère has brought local flavour to Palm Springs International Airport with three new food & beverage venues a full bar in the Sonny Bono Concourse serving craft cocktails plus light bites Paradies Lagardère noted “bold Palm Springs-inspired flavours” in the all-day breakfasts hot paninis and vegetarian choices on offer at the bar Coachella Valley Coffee has also opened in recent weeks with its staple offer of small-batch artisanal roasts served in a relaxed café setting The brand’s Founder Cliff Young works with farms around the world to ensure ethical sourcing and “top-notch quality” The line-up is completed by the restaurant/bar Las Casuelas Terraza a 65-year-old brand owned by a Palm Springs family which has a menu featuring traditional recipes from Mazatlán The venue has access to outdoor seating in the Palm Springs Airport courtyard and a serene water feature completes the experience Paradies Lagardère Senior Vice President of Restaurant Operations Claude Guillaume commented: “Paradies Lagardère is thrilled to be part of this airport expansion project celebrating the iconic past and innovative future of Palm Springs Airport and giving travellers a taste of the town from right inside the terminal.” Guillaume added: “Airports have become exciting destinations themselves and nowhere is this more evident than in the hospitality choices travellers now have in the concourses “Our airport partners are continually looking for ways to put local flavour front and centre We are proud of our numerous openings and the work our teams are doing to shine a spotlight on these impressive dining landscapes.” North American airport retailer and restaurateur Paradies Lagardère has been honoured with the Best Overall Retailer title for the 28th straight year at the 2025 AX Awards The award was presented by Airport Experience News during its 21st Airport Experience Conference in Washington In addition, the company was recognised as Restaurateur with the Highest Regard for Customer Service and won the Best Local-Inspired Restaurant Concept award for Uccello’s Ristorante at Gerald R Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids The Airport Experience Awards celebrates exceptional standards and excellence among airports Paradies Lagardère President and CEO Gregg Paradies said: “We are thrilled and honoured to be recognised as Best Overall Retailer for the 28th consecutive year being recognised as the Restaurateur with the Highest Regard for Customer Service – a first for our Dining Division – solidifies our position as a true restaurateur through exceptional guest experiences and quality operations “And we couldn’t be more excited for our partners at GRR and Uccello’s Ristorante for the Best Local-Inspired Restaurant Award Offering first-class service is our number one priority each and every day and I am proud of our more than 10,000 associates who made these awards happen.” ✈ The Moodie Davitt Report is delighted to present the results of the inaugural TREX Awards A trailblazing celebration of the finest travel retail-exclusive products and other initiatives the TREX Awards recognise the critical need for differentiation within travel retail shining a spotlight on innovations that deliver unique value to travellers is relaunching its annual whisky festival under the name Whisky Social Club North American travel retailer and restaurateur Paradies Lagardère has unveiled the new-look CNBC store at Pensacola International Airport The reopening offers an expanded retail mix and an enhanced travel experience at the airport The revamped store showcases a wide selection of travel essentials alongside a range of books and magazines gifts and an extensive selection of food and confectionery products Paradies Lagardère said: “The CNBC store is still going strong and is ready to help usher in a new direction for PNS with a new look great new local products and continued award-winning service.” ✈ “The Asia market is very important to Travel Blue and a major focus for business development,” says Travel Blue Managing Director Daniel Levin The project with anchor concessionaires Lagardère Travel Retail and SSP Group has seen the opening of 15 modernised and new stores across the French travel hub’s terminal “Our commercial team is looking to engage with potential partners via a Request for Proposals programme for up to 13 sites across T3 and T4,” says Perth Airport Chief Commercial & Aviation Officer Kate Holsgrove North American airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardère has unveiled a series of food & beverage openings in the first quarter The offerings evoke a distinctive sense of place with a showcase of local flavours transforming concourses into destinations themselves with distinctive food & beverage options Paradies Lagardère Senior Vice President of Restaurant Operations Claude Guillaume said: “Paradies Lagardère is honoured to work with our airport partners coast-to-coast as they renovate and refresh their concourses to continue bringing premium restaurant and retail facilities to travellers “Whether it’s the convenience of healthful grab-and-go options or a sit-down meal featuring local brews the focus is on creating outstanding travel experiences every step of the way.” Among the latest concepts was Nine Cities Craft which opened at the Agua Caliente Concourse at Palm Springs International Airport in California on 1 April The opening formed part of the airport’s new concessions programme designed to capture a sense of community Nine Cities Craft is popular for its craft beer showcasing brews from the Coachella Valley along with a complete full bar and food menu Paradies Lagardère has also unveiled a duo of dining concepts at the Gerald R Michigan where it operates F&B and retail concepts in the Concourse A extension Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers launched on 4 April with Uccello’s Ristorante following on 2 July Freddy’s is a popular national franchise serving its signature cooked-to-order steakburgers and creamy frozen custard With multiple locations throughout Grand Rapids Uccello’s features a broad selection of Italian classics such as pasta and pizza the concessionaire expanded its wine/bar restaurant concept Vino Volo with the new Verdi Market More than doubling its original location on Concourse C Vino Volo showcases a larger menu selection Verdi Market offers Jacksonville-based Pura Bean Coffee Co Beercode Kitchen & Bar made dual debuts at Bradley International Airport in Connecticut on 21 May and at Pittsburgh International Airport in Pennsylvania on 31 May The gastropub-style restaurant offers culinary specialities and supports local businesses by featuring homegrown craft beer Beercode is the first sit-down restaurant in the Gates 21-30 concourse It opens daily at 4am with breakfast and then serves lunch and dinner all day Today’s images come courtesy of Düsseldorf Airport which is currently sporting an orange theme and playful signage renaming it ‘Luchthaven Düsseldorf’ Airport restaurateur and retailer Paradies Lagardère has announced Marie Grimm as its new Vice President of Dining Operations where she served as Head of Culinary for the past three years Grimm has more than 20 years’ experience in the food & beverage industry and her earlier career included senior culinary roles with NBC Universal Studios Her new employer noted she has a “proven track record of developing and executing strategic solutions that enhance the customer experience optimise operational efficiency and drive revenue growth” Grimm will have leadership responsibility for more than 225 restaurants and bars across more than 40 North American airports food safety procedures and procurement best practices to help deliver a best-in-class dining experience Grimm said: “I’m thrilled to be part of such a highly respected organisation and I look forward to helping Paradies Lagardère grow more proprietary brands I’m passionate about bringing culinary creativity and excellence to the challenging and dynamic airport environment “Culinary pride and passion are my favourite aspects of the job helping them develop the skills to become business leaders and working side by side with them “Efficiency from the back of the house is very important to me,” she added “I want to be a partner to our folks in the field so I’m focused on strategically organising our teams to make sure we are supporting each other and our mutual goals while finding ways to execute fresh food in high volume.” Please email Kristyn@MoodieDavittReport.com for your complimentary subscription. Qatar Duty Free has recognised eight team members who have been with the business since its inception, reflecting on its growth from a modest retail operation to an enterprise with over 4,000 staff and 200+ retail and dining outlets. HMSHost will debut six new restaurants spanning over 725sq m, beginning in 2025. Hudson separately captured a seven-year contract to launch a Manhattan-inspired retail store and Terminal 5’s first immersive video gaming lounge. The Australian Airports Association Retail & Commercial Forum, scheduled for 21-23 July in Sydney, will include a blockbuster programme of seven extra-curricular activities. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Please click on one of the buttons below to accept, or customise your cookie settings. We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below. 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The CompanyAbout usOur ResponsibilitySuppliersPress & MagazineCareersBackDr When a product remains a staple in the dessert market for over five decades it clearly resonates with consumers' tastes Oetker Paradies Creme has been around since 1974 and continues to delight its loyal fans to this day be it baking mixes that are sure to succeed which first hit the shelves in January 1974 a dessert powder that offers a fruity-fresh taste experience when mixed with yogurt has been popular since 1955 and is still available today Galetta has offered a quick and easy instant pudding in Dr the start of a sweet success story: Among other initiatives this advertisement introduced consumers to the new dessert innovation Paradies Creme was "just" another instant dessert few could have predicted upon its launch that it would become the German market leader in its segment within a year Accompanied by a robust marketing campaign in print and TV with its unique name playing a key role in capturing consumer attention The initial flavors at launch were Chocolate which remains simple and sure to succeed to this day involves whisking Paradies Creme into cold milk introduced the new dessert product Paradies Creme on German television Watch the TV commercial (available in German only): A true cult classicWithin just a few years The product range quickly expanded to include new flavors catering to even the most unique tastes and cocktail vanilla-rum were added to the lineup The trend towards light products from the end of the 1980s did not bypass Paradies Creme Oetker met consumer demand for a lower-calorie option by introducing Paradies Creme Light in Vanilla and Chocolate flavors Paradies Creme light in Chocolate and Vanilla was sweetened with the sugar alternative NutraSweet The powder was whisked with 300 ml of low-fat milk Paradies Creme debuted a completely new look Inspired by Caribbean and South Seas themes the packaging design aimed to evoke exotic vibes Large-scale billboard campaigns and elaborate print advertisements appeared outside supermarkets the Paradies Creme "Creme of the Year" has been introduced annually since 2006 The first flavor was Coconut with Chocolate Chips Juicy coconut flakes and delicious chocolate chips made it a standout treat in dessert glasses the "Creme of the Year" has become a perennial favorite and Hazelnut with Chocolate Chips have been featured the White Chocolate flavor even made its way into the regular product lineup Another special feature in 2019 was the Paradies Creme Juice range It was mixed with fruit juice and was available in orange It could also be mixed with fruit juice and yogurt for a unique combination Craving a delicious serving of Paradies Creme? 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Read moreCareers Newsroom Driving Sustainability Locations & Brands Oetker Group Dr. Oetker Professional Working with suppliers Legal Terms & Conditions Supplier Portal & Contact Compliance Data Protection Notice Imprint SCDDA Legal Notice By Luke Barras-hill | Friday Paradies Lagardère and Avolta-owned Hudson have been selected to oversee a new retail and F&B concession programme at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) San José City Council approved the selection of both companies following a request for proposal (RFP) concerning 12 retail concepts throughout Terminal A and B New retail shops will open this year as part of a mix of travel essentials units cafes and speciality retail concepts with a focus on high-quality local products and merchandise technology and high standards of customer service The airport’s retail concession programme is expected to generate a minimum of $4,843,025 in annual revenue to support the airport’s operations a fee which the airport states is roughly 20% higher in MAG revenue versus fiscal year 2024-2025 The total minimum guaranteed revenue over the 12-year contract term is $48,430,250 Paradies Lagardère: “We are thrilled to partner with San José Mineta International Airport and support their commitment to a culture of innovation by delivering a world-class retail showcase worthy of Silicon Valley.” Established and local brands – influenced strongly by sense of place innovation and local flavours – will characterise the offer and the mix will include a nearly 50% increase in participation by ACDBE enterprises Both retail partners have committed high-quality buildouts with new technology components designed to attract customers and drive incremental revenue Hudson and Paradies Lagardère have committed to actively participating in the airport’s bi-annual outreach events to facilitate interactions and foster opportunities between local businesses and operators while exploring potential partnerships for inclusion within SJC’s retail programme “We are thrilled to partner with San José Mineta International Airport and support their commitment to a culture of innovation by delivering a world-class retail showcase worthy of Silicon Valley,” commented Gregg Paradies Hudson’s concessions will showcase a wide range of local goods including wines from renowned vineyards such as Eden Rift (Hollister) and J Lohr (San José); artisanal gifts from esteemed local makers such as Alice Frost Designs and Lola x Kenneth Collaboration (San José); and culinary delights from local firms such as Mike & Niki’s Honey Company (Campbell) A Google shop-in-shop will feature an experiential display where travellers can test out the latest electronics and trend-led products along with merchandise available only at SJC SJC will be among the first airports in the US to carry merchandise directly from Google Hudson will stock a selection of popular global electronics brands José-based Nirvana Soul Café and all grab-and-go food will be sourced locally from Eataly Silicon Valley with concepts nodding to the heritage of the San José region Paradies Lagardère’s programme will also present numerous locally sourced goods San José City Council has approved proposals for a $16.9 million capital investment that will bring 12 new retail concession opportunities to Terminals A and B travellers will encounter a selection of licensed sports apparel for men Paradies Lagardère’s stores are inspired by San Pedro Square Airport spa service company Be Relax has unveiled its latest concepts at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in partnership with Paradies Lagardère The openings include a redesigned space at Connector D and a new location at Connector A featuring the brand’s signature wellness offerings such as chair massages The revamped space at Connector D elevates the spa experience with two private treatment rooms providing travellers with a quiet space for full-body massages complemented by advanced equipment and experienced therapists Be Relax has also collaborated with NeuroVizr to introduce a cutting-edge brain massager at its Connector A location using light pulses to activate the nervous system Travellers are offered multiple guided sessions NeuroVizr experiences are available as a complimentary add-on to select relaxation treatments Be Relax CEO and Founder Frederic Briest said “Charlotte Douglas International Airport has always been a key location for Be Relax and we’re delighted to expand our presence here We are grateful for our strategic partners Paradies Lagardère and Charlotte Douglas International Airport “With the reopening of Connector D and the launch of Connector A locations comfort and top-tier wellness services to travellers.” The Be Relax spas at Charlotte Douglas Airport are open every day from 9am to 8pm while the Connector D location operates daily from 7am to 10pm providing convenient access for all passengers The exhibition is a milestone for Naos as it introduces Bioderma the reopenings mark the debut of two new design concepts each crafted to offer a sensory escape from the busy airport environment Paradies Lagardère CEO Gregg Paradies today revealed a new partnership with Plaza Premium Group to “elevate the lounge experience in US airports” The collaboration involves the Vino Volo wine/bar restaurant concept which the retailer acquired in 2018 Revealing the initiative during The Moodie Davitt Report’s Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality conference today Paradies said: “We have some exciting news to break here our ‘wine bar oasis’ will be involved in a collaboration with Plaza Premium which operates 250 lounges across the world.” Paradies referenced Plaza Premium Group’s Director of Global Brands and Transformation Mei Mei Song He added: “We are very excited about this opportunity to grow the lounge experience in US airports.” Lagardère Travel Retail Executive Vice President Foodservice Global Mélanie Guilldou hinted that the collaboration will eventually extend beyond US airports to the retailer’s wider airport estate More will follow on the details of the partnership “Airports have become exciting destinations themselves and nowhere is this more evident than in the hospitality choices travelers now have in the concourses,” says Claude Guillaume “Our airport partners continually look for ways to put local flavor front and center We are proud of our numerous openings and our teams’ work to shine a spotlight on these impressive dining landscapes.” Paradies Lagardère plays a significant role in the food and beverage transformation at Denver International Airport (DEN) which was named by Food & Wine editors last year as one of the top airports with the best provisions The concessionaire opened airport outposts of three popular Denver-area venues in July establishing a 3,774-square-foot food hall in the Concourse B West expansion area Paradies Lagardère highlighted Denver’s unique food scene in September with additional local favorites opening in the East C Concourse The 8,572-square-foot marketplace now includes a second location of Aviano Coffee as well as: Similarly inspired by Palm Springs’ sense of culinary adventure Paradies Lagardère has partnered with Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to help launch a new concessions program designed to reflect the community’s essence “Paradies Lagardère is thrilled to be part of this airport expansion project celebrating the iconic past and innovative future of PSP and giving travelers a taste of the town from right inside the terminal,” adds Guillaume Recognized for the 28th consecutive year as Best Overall Retailer; also honored with Best Local-Inspired Restaurant Concept for Uccello’s Ristorante (GRR) a leading North American travel retailer and restaurateur earned the Airport Experience® News 2025 Airport Experience Awards’ top honor as Best Overall Retailer for the 28th consecutive year The company also received recognition as Restaurateur with the Highest Regard for Customer Service and Best Local-Inspired Restaurant Concept for Uccello’s Ristorante (pictured below) The Airport Experience Awards recognize airports and restaurateurs that exemplify exceptional standards and excellence Paradies Lagardère’s leading wine bar concept was the official wine sponsor of the Awards Gala “We are thrilled and honored to be recognized as Best Overall Retailer for the 28th consecutive year,” said Gregg Paradies being recognized as the Restaurateur with the Highest Regard for Customer Service—a first for our Dining Division—solidifies our position as a true restaurateur through exceptional guest experiences and quality operations And we couldn’t be more excited for our partners at GRR and Uccello’s Ristorante for the Best Local-Inspired Restaurant Award Offering first-class service is our number one priority every day and I am proud of our more than 10,000 associates who made these awards happen!” Robert Mirabal stars as a casino executive in director Michael Paradies Shoob’s Road to Everywhere A sound engineer works on a scene featuring Road to Everywhere's two lead actors Michael Paradies Shoob directs a scene in Road to Everywhere Robert Mirabal and Whip Hubley star as a casino executive and cab driver in director Michael Paradies Shoob’s Road to Everywhere Filmmaker Michael Paradies Shoob casts musician Robert Mirabal in a sequel 30 years in the making Email notifications are only sent once a day Make a foray into the early years of film criticism on the internet — the mid-1990s — and you may land on Film Scouts Reference Library despite its lack of design so characteristic of websites back then contains a rich archive of notes and first impressions of independent movies that premiered during the era affording us a hint of precious historic insight In the first year of the Film Scouts Reference Library the critics who contributed to its content paid a lot of attention to the 1996 Toronto Film Festival during which film critic Kathleen Carroll wrote two pieces about the same film found in the Film Scouts Diaries section of the website Carroll’s two entries are notable because it is where she met an emerging American filmmaker showed him around the festival and its many parties and activities and marveled at his first feature film screening at the festival If you haven’t seen the film — not to be mistaken with three other films of the same title that came out in 2001 and 2020 — blame the film industry’s approach toward independent films but it did not get the wider distribution it deserved here the Lensic will present a benefit preview screening of Shoob’s latest project which Shoob tells Pasatiempo is a sequel to Driven but one that doesn’t require you to have seen that film Benefit preview screening followed by a Q&A with Michael Shoob and Robert Mirabal 505-988-1234; lensic.org The event at the Lensic benefits the nonprofit Intertribal Connection Initiative whose purpose is to provide healing and connection for Indigenous youth by bridging the gap between generations and tribes and promoting life and connection as strategies for preventing substance abuse no one but the film’s crew and cast have actually seen the final cut of Road to Everywhere Based on what Shoob and one of his two leads we know this much: The film features one of the characters from Shoob’s 1996 film cab driver Jason Schuyler (played by Whip Hubley; Top Gun whose job in Driven gives him the anonymity he desires The new film also features several other characters from Driven like Rachel Schuyler (played by Diane DiLascio) Dale Schneider (Daniel Roebuck; The Fugitive the narrative also intertwines with flashbacks to scenes from Driven Driven tells the story of a small group of cab drivers in Los Angeles who are at the bottom of the economic pile: Hubley who was originally meant to be in Road to Everywhere but his health prevented him from going too far with the project Road to Everywhere largely takes place in the Navajo Nation but Shoob resists divulging too much of the new film’s narrative the log line would be this,” he says via a phone interview “An older cab driver [played by Hubley] who’s had his struggles in life and is in the middle of some very difficult financial problems is offered the trip of a lifetime in terms of money — in terms of what cab drivers make — when Jake a Native American gambler [played by Mirabal] and casino executive asks him to drive him to the Navajo Nation because Jake wants to see the grandson he’s never met take part in his first rodeo.” The decision to film in a Navajo community initially had to do with the idea of focusing on a big sporting event goes back to the American Film Institute with me He was the director of photography on everything I’ve done and it was Joe who came up with the idea of looking at basketball on the Navajo Reservation And then it became rodeo at a certain point “Native American rodeo is a very big deal,” Shoob continues and the folks at that rodeo were so wonderful to us In addition to featuring recurring characters from Driven Road to Everywhere has new lead and supporting roles played by Native American actors like Santa Fe’s DezBaa’ (Diné) (Dark Winds Shoob had a particularly difficult time finding the right actor to play the Native casino executive “I couldn’t find anybody I liked for the role,” he says He had done some things in terms of acting but then I watched his musical performances and he had so much personal charisma as a musical performer Shoob adds that Mirabal “really responded to the script and he really put his heart and soul into it.” He performs live music and dance performances worldwide as well as in storytelling productions and live theater He also composes scores for TV and films and is a two-time Grammy Award winner most notably as Principal Littlefield in Yellowstone alongside Kevin Costner But working on a lead role for Road to Everywhere required him to change gears “I love performing live music or live theater or plays and productions,” Mirabal says from his Taos Pueblo home You should already have the prowess to jump in and a connection to your character because you never know how the other actors are going to respond.” he says film acting is a completely different craft or 100 people on the set at any given time with everyone having a very specific role in the production You work for the director and for the producers You constantly think about the character and the writing and the other actors that you’re working with I have a hard time just sitting and waiting as it premiered in 1996 at the Toronto Film Festival Carroll wrote in the Film Scouts Diaries for the Film Scouts Reference Library: “The film captured the insular world of three restless L.A cab drivers with such compelling honesty that at one point I did something that critics hardly ever do: I cried … I was especially taken with Shoob’s writing His characters … sound 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For more detail about the structure of the KPMG global organization please visit https://kpmg.com/governance Passengers flying out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City (OKC) are enjoying new culinary and retail offerings from airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardère sit-down restaurant experiences with local flavor plus grab-and-go offerings from top brands passengers can now enjoy hot and cold beverages and food from Starbucks as well as a wide array of fruit smoothies sandwiches and flatbreads from Atlanta-based Tropical Smoothie Café Paradies Lagardère has opened Fox & Flight celebrity chef Karen Akunowicz’s take on the cuisine of Modena while in OKC local favorite Hatch Early Mood Food is serving inventive breakfast and lunch dishes in a vibrant and inviting atmosphere “We’re excited to continue evolving the airport concession programs in Atlanta Boston and Oklahoma City,” said Claude Guillaume senior vice president of restaurant operations for Paradies Lagardère’s Dining Division “Travelers will truly delight in this line-up of beloved local restaurants and iconic brands from leisurely and indulgent meals to healthy choices to quick pick-me-ups.” Idaho (CBS2) — A news release from the Boise Airport says the Boise City Council will be asked at a meeting in June to approve new contracts for airport concessions operators Paradies Lagardère for retail and Delaware North for food and beverage Upon approval of the contracts by the City Council beverage and retail options offered at the Airport will begin to transition to new concepts or be updated The Airport's concession program will include national brands like Starbucks Pizza Hut and Wendy's and local brands like Flying M Coffee Form + Function and a Treefort-branded restaurant Bardenay will remain with a reimagined design Local concepts will be carried into the retail side Buy Idaho products and other local artisans and products Retail store themes will pay homage to Idaho staples like the Capital City Market the Boise Depot and the Sawtooth Mountains Paradies Lagardère and Delaware North hold the current contracts for airport concessions the Airport went through a public solicitation process to seek proposals from qualified firms for food and beverage and retail concessions operations Beercode Kitchen & Bar is now open in the Gates 21-30 concourse gastropub-style concept is the first sit-down restaurant in this specific concourse which will open daily at 4am with breakfast and then serve lunch and dinner for travelers throughout the day Beercode will also showcase a lineup of local craft beer and other beverages.  “We are  thrilled  that Paradies Lagardère has brought its newest Beercode location to Bradley International Airport,” said Kevin A Executive Director of the Connecticut Airport Authority “The opening of Beercode is one of several steps we have taken to bring new dining and shopping concepts into the terminal over the last several years We thank Paradies Lagardère for their continued investment at Bradley International Airport and for making these upgrades possible.”  Paradies Lagardère also has Beercode restaurants in Atlanta “We appreciate our great partnership with the Connecticut Airport Authority and are excited to showcase our impressive Beercode concept to their travelers at Bradley International Airport,” says Claude Guillaume Senior Vice President of Operations for Paradies Lagardère’s Dining Division “We look forward to serving and impressing guests with this gastropub-style restaurant that highlights unique flavors and supports local businesses by featuring excellent local craft beer Paradies Lagardère has been in the process of modernizing its offerings at Bradley International Airport Among the first upgrades was the much-anticipated opening of the airport’s first Starbucks Paradies Lagardère has also redesigned one of its New England Tavelmart locations which reopened last fall as the Charter Oak Emporium It is in the process of refreshing one of its New England Travelmarts which is expected to open in the coming days Both CNBC Stores will soon go through a remodel as well – with one of them opening as a new concept called CT River Landing.  Paradies Lagardère also operates the iStore and Avanti Marketplace at BDL Airport retailer and restaurateur Paradies Lagardère has opened The Goods Express@YYZ convenience store at Toronto Pearson International Airport The checkout-free retail experience features Amazon Just Walk Out technology as well as a holographic display by ARHT Media Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology allows customers to simply enter the store – which sells food drinks and travel essentials – by using their credit card or mobile wallet at the entry gate The technology then detects what shoppers take from or return to the shelves When customers have completed their purchases they can leave the store and their chosen payment method will be charged for the items selected The technology uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools including computer vision and deep learning techniques to accurately determine who took what in any retail space Amazon-built synthetic datasets mimic millions of realistic shopping scenarios including variations in store format lighting conditions and even crowds of shoppers to ensure accuracy in any environment The new location marks the first store-related use of the ARHT Capsule in a Canadian airport It is designed as an engaging and dynamic attraction which draws travellers to the store with intriguing holographic displays that promote the store’s offerings and the Just Walk Out technology The technology has been developed by ARHT Media production and distribution of high-quality This technology was recently introduced by ARHT to Toronto Pearson for a seasonal traveller promotion and has now been relocated to The Goods Express@YYZ store The Goods Express is a proprietary concept operated by Paradies Lagardère across several successful locations in the US This version is the first in a Canadian airport Toronto Pearson Airport Chief Commercial Officer and Interim Chief Operating Officer Khalil Lamrabet said: “Toronto Pearson is proud to be the first Canadian airport to be implementing Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology Through our collaboration with Paradies Lagardère we are able to offer our passengers this exciting new and cutting-edge shopping experience “Partnerships like this are key to providing a world-class passenger experience that our travellers expect We will continue to invest in new technologies that offer greater customer convenience and efficiency.”  Paradies Lagardère President and CEO Gregg Paradies commented: “We are thrilled to offer these three engaging retail innovations to our great partners at Toronto Pearson International Airport which is the first Canadian airport to debut each for its travellers in a retail concessions format “Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology paired with the impressive ARHT Capsule will be an exciting experience for travellers visiting The Goods Express@YYZ store and is a true testament of our commitment to innovation and the overall customer journey.” ✈ North American airport concessionaire Paradies Lagardère has announced a series of first quarter food & beverage openings at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Boston Logan International and Oklahoma City Will Rogers World airports New additions in Concourse T-North at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport include global coffee brand Starbucks and Tropical Smoothie Café Tropical Smoothie Café is known for its wide array of fruit smoothies sandwiches and flatbreads that appeal to health-conscious individuals It becomes the brand’s second Paradies Lagardère-operated airport location The concessionaire has also unveiled Fox & Flight a partnership with Boston celebrity chef Karen Akunowicz The eatery offers Akunowicz’s take on the cuisine of Modena with a menu featuring handmade pastas and bright antipasti dishes At Will Rogers World Airport popular local restaurant brand Hatch Early Mood Food has opened to passengers (pictured below) The restaurant – which has four other locations in downtown Oklahoma City – serves a variety of breakfast and lunch dishes Paradies Lagardère Dining Division Senior Vice President of Restaurant Operations Claude Guillaume commented: “We’re excited to continue evolving the airport concession programmes in Atlanta Travellers will truly delight in this line-up of beloved local restaurants and iconic brands from leisurely and indulgent meals to healthy choices to quick pick-me-ups.” Please email Kristyn@MoodieDavittReport.com to subscribe ShareSaveBusinessRetailParadies Lagardère Swoops On Airport Dining Specialist Tastes On The FlyByKevin Rozario Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights and the global traveling shopper.Follow AuthorSep 07 10:07pm EDTShareSaveNapa Farms Market store at San Francisco International Airport The French parent company of North American travel retailer Paradies Lagardère has signed an agreement to acquire airport restaurateur Tastes on the Fly The value of the acquisition was not revealed but it is expected to close during the fourth quarter of this year subject to regulatory approval and third-party consents The Tastes on the Fly management team led by executive chairman and co-founder Michael Levine and CFO Luke Torres will continue to run the company as an integration begins and the addition of Tastes on the Fly is expected to do the same at the end of the year Tastes on the Fly operates about 25 concepts across five major airports Tastes on the Fly’s addition takes the number of F&B brands to more than 100 ranging from full-service to fast-casual and quick-serve commented that Tastes on the Fly represented “the best of the local dining scene” adding: “This acquisition will accelerate our growth and enable us to achieve our goal of becoming one of the largest airport restaurant operators in North America.” executive chairman and co-founder of Tastes on the Fly said in a statement: “I personally have known Gregg since we got started in the airport F&B world over 20 years ago and have always admired his company’s commitment to delivering outstanding passenger service We are excited to embark on new opportunities with the Paradies Lagardère team in this next chapter of Tastes on the Fly’s growth.” and on its list of recommended places to eat were several Tastes on the Fly eateries including Napa Farms Market a sister to Cindy Pawlcyn's Napa Valley restaurant chairman and CEO of Lagardère Travel Retail said that it would “strongly reinforce” the presence of Lagardère Travel Retail in the airport F&B business in the U.S He added: “We are very pleased to welcome Tastes on the Fly into our group we will aim to create a regional leader and break new ground.” The new retail concept delivers a combination of shop-in-shop options with engaging services and innovation Paradies Lagardère has opened its latest retail concept in Concourse D of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport This new store delivers a combination of shop-in-shop options with engaging services and innovation that will elevate and personalise the traveller’s experience The opening was attended by executives from the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and Paradies Lagardère a book signing by author and journalist April Ryan demonstrations of the location’s technology and attendees from a variety of national and local brands featured in the new store Gregg Paradies said: “We are extremely excited to deliver this revolutionary concept to our great partners at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and the travellers in Reagan National Airport Our well-balanced blend of intriguing innovation and recognised customer service truly embraces our proven ‘high tech high touch’ approach to delivering an award-winning retail experience.” The Goods@DCA showcases an array of creative and customer-centric specialty features The Goods@DCA is part of several new concessions by Paradies Lagardère at this airport including a recently opened full iStore and a Vino Volo and a Starbucks scheduled to open soon Paradies Lagardère and Washington DC-based women-owned BZB International together operate a series of retail shops and restaurants in Reagan National Airport as well as Dulles International Airport Tagged with: Paradies Lagardère has opened culinary and retail offerings at the Nashville International Airport (BNA) Satellite Concourse and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) a colorful restaurant celebrating Tex-Mex cuisine drinks and Nashville’s own Las Paletas popsicles; Bongo Java Nashville’s oldest coffee company; and Jimmy Johns eight-gate Satellite Concourse that houses these restaurants opened at BNA in October 2023 and encompasses gates C4-C11 to accommodate the airport’s growth and improve the passenger experience Vessel Kitchen opened at the newly remodeled SLC and claims to offer a ‘fine-dining vibe with fast The restaurant is focused on scratch preparation and flavors from around the world with healthy and ‘healthy-ish’ options available “We’re excited to bring plentiful food service options to BNA’s brand-new Satellite Concourse while also adding the Vessel Kitchen concept to SLC,” said Claude Guillaume senior vice president of restaurant operations for Paradies Lagardère’s dining division “Travelers can now indulge in a wide variety of satisfying dining experiences thanks to the culinary and operations expertise hospitality and passion of our staff members.” For more key food and beverage updates from the passenger terminal industry, click here Help us continue to bring “the science of a meaningful life” to you and to millions around the globe is a Wakaya anarchist radical scholar spreading decolonial love from Yin is a climate and ecological activist committed to understanding and interrupting the devastating impacts of modern societies He seeks meaningful mutuality of becoming and embodied kinship with all life through transformed ways of knowing and well-being by engaging with their culture Parents can model and help children practice admitting what they don't know and owning mistakes The Greater Good Science Center studies the psychology Paradies Lagardère has appointed David Bisset as Executive Vice President effective 13 July He reports to President and CEO Gregg Paradies Bisset will become the company’s Chief Development Officer at the end of the year who is stepping down after 33 years of dedicated service Savaria will work closely with Bisset to ensure a smooth transition in coming months and will continue in an advisory role in 2024 has more than 20 years of experience across different geographies including the Pacific Asia and the Middle East within private and publicly traded companies Most recently he was a partner with a US-based private equity firm focusing on American and Middle East-based investments Earlier he worked with Lagardère Travel Retail for ten years holding several senior positions including CEO of Lagardère Travel Retail Middle East and Executive General Manager Bisset has an extensive background across all three Lagardère business units – Retail and Duty Free – where his responsibilities included business development he worked for DFS Group in Singapore and New Zealand implementing joint ventures and franchises “I greatly appreciate Gerry’s partnership over the years as he has done an outstanding job leading the Business Development and Design and Construction functions for our company,” said Gregg Paradies “I look forward to continuing to work with Gerry in his new advisory role I am very excited to have David join the organisation as he brings a wealth of experience and will be a great cultural fit.” ✈ Note: The Moodie Davitt Report publishes the FAB Newsletter, which features highlights of openings, events and campaigns from around the world of airport and travel dining. 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Lagardère tailors brands to entice travellers in a variety of ways taste and atmosphere of a favourite local dining spot into an airport,” said Paradies Lagardère Vice President of Operations delicious treats such as coffee and frozen yogurt but we’re providing visitors a bit of what makes Austin special Departure Lounge will offer a relaxing space for travellers to grab a drink and maybe something to eat.” “There’s no better place for our brand to expand in Austin than at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport,” said Departure Lounge Founder Keith Waldon “Our clients are Austin’s most passionate travellers and we are thrilled that they’ll have a familiar place at the airport to grab a great bite or beverage while enjoying video virtual getaways to some of the best hotels lodges and cruise ships on the planet that all offer Departure Lounge travel clients special upgrades and amenities This is our first step in a state-wide expansion that will include our next non-airport location in San Antonio (The Dominion) later this year.” “We are very excited to be able to provide healthy and delicious snacks for our Austin neighbours and visitors to our city as they visit Austin Bergstrom International Airport,” says Kathy Steele and frozen yogurt will accompany people away from town Airport restaurateur Paradies Lagardère has launched its new restaurant hospitality internship programme in partnership with Georgia State University This new programme is in honour of the career of Paradies Lagardère’s former President of Dining Washington has a passion for excellence and continues to mentor others to do the same He has worked for various organisations such as The Walt Disney Company He was also an elected officer and board member of the National Restaurant Association and a recipient of the Gold Plate Award by the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association the paid internship offers 12 weeks of education and valuable experience to a Georgia State student each semester and includes a dedicated mentor and advisor the company has already handpicked a Georgia State University student to join the Spring 2023 internship programme that started in late January the programme will allow Webb to gain exposure to general business and management practices while working at Paradies Lagardère’s restaurant operations at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport The programme also involves an in-depth overview of the corporate operations in Paradies Lagardère’s Atlanta offices These support the organisation’s more than 175 restaurants across 41 markets in North America Paradies Lagardère Senior Vice President of Dining Claude Guillaume said: “Our organisation thrives on supporting the next generation of airport hospitality professionals and is very excited about this new internship and partnership with Georgia State University.” He added: “Regynald Washington has always been a great inspiration for young professionals and we are honoured to continue that tradition by supporting the education and future career of such an ambitious and talented student as Ms Georgia State University Director and Associate Professor Debra Cannon also commented: “The Cecil B Day School of Hospitality in the Robinson College of Business Georgia State University is honoured to be selected for the inaugural Regynald G Washington Internship program offered by Paradies Lagardère “Internships are pivotal points for students in opening their eyes to new career options and learning from experienced professionals This program is the ideal way to honour Mr Washington and his distinguished food service career.” ✈ Note: The Moodie Davitt Report publishes the FAB Newsletter, which features highlights of openings, events and campaigns from around the world of airport and travel dining. Please email Kristyn@MoodieDavittReport.com to subscribe Retail technology news and views for omnichannel retailers The store also features Amazon's Just Walk Out technology Paradies Lagardère said: “Get ready for an interactive shopping experience like never before where holographic displays meet seamless shopping Introducing ARHT’s cutting-edge Capsule Hologram technology at The Goods Express@CLT store featuring Amazon's Just Walk Out technology.” “We are thrilled to be partnering with ARHT and CLT to take travel retail to a whole new dimension Make sure to check it out post-security in the Main Terminal.” Paradies Lagardère recently opened its latest retail concept “We are extremely excited to deliver this revolutionary concept to our great partners at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and the travellers in Reagan National Airport,” said Gregg Paradies “Our well balanced blend of intriguing innovation and recognised customer service truly embraces our proven ‘High Tech High Touch’ approach to delivering an award winning retail experience.” allows shoppers to engage with books in the MahoganyBooks area or the author automatically appears on a digital screen Debuting in Paradies Lagardère operated retail stores fully autonomous robot manicures in just ten minutes Customers can enter a specific area using a credit card at the gate. The technology detects what shoppers take from or return to the shelves and charges their card for only the items taken after the customer exits the store Amazon One means that customers can use the palm of their hand to make purchases This new store will also include The Goods To Go a 24/7 automated vending programme offering snacks Sign up with your email address to receive the daily RTIH newsletter straight to your inbox We respect your privacy and will not pass your email address on to third parties we will occasionally send you promotional messages on behalf of our advertisers or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Paxton Media Ltd Paradies Lagardère this week celebrated its new retail programme at Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) with a combined media and passenger event The concessionaire said that it had carefully researched the needs of the airport’s demographics before introducing several “powerhouse” brands interactive screen that travellers can use to learn more about the surrounding area Customers can access the latest TripAdvisor reviews and photos for nearby hotels attractions and restaurants to help them plan the perfect trip NBC-affiliate WRAL-TV brings a presence to RDU with the WRAL travel essential store bottled beverages and electronic accessories Corsa is described as a “fun and unique shop-in-shop concept” It offers fashionable accessories and luggage from a range of brands including luggage by Tumi and Lippault and women’s accessories from MZ Wallace No Boundaries targets the outdoor and sport enthusiast The store features apparel and accessories from premium national brands such as Kühl Clothing and Columbia and a host of other clothing items and accessories Swarovski presents a selection of figurines The stores are being operated in partnership with local ACDBE firms SB&J Enterprises “Paradies Lagardère is excited to continue to introduce iconic shops to the travellers at Raleigh–Durham International Airport,” said Paradies Lagardère President and CEO Gregg Paradies “TripAdvisor brings not only travel basics but innovation and technology to the customer experience; the touchscreen will help travelers plan their trip in the Raleigh area and beyond WRAL will satisfy all the travel needs of the customer “Corsa will provide beautiful designer luggage and accessories from popular brands And No Boundaries will help those wanting to experience the best of the outdoors in the area do so with the best gear on the market We greatly appreciate the opportunity to continue our successful partnership with RDU and further enhance the traveller experience.” Paradies Lagardère specialises in three key airport concessions areas: Food and Beverage