#1 • 360° Global Hospitality News Round-up, 8–9 November 2026 | From Paris to Monaco, via Brussels and Brazil

🔎 Today's Trend: From rising stock market valuations and disrupted property transactions to fresh tourism investment, the hospitality industry is experiencing contrasting trends. In France, the restaurant sector is accelerating its transformation, while several hotel developments raise questions about local market dynamics. Internationally, financial markets are rewarding the resilience of hotel groups, while public authorities prepare new measures to stimulate tourism development.

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Former Bain & Company consultant Benoît Piante is developing Bonaloi, a group of three Parisian restaurants, alongside chef and social media influencer Eloi Spinnler. With reported revenue exceeding €10 million in 2026, the partners are preparing two further openings in 2027. Their all-you-can-eat buffet concept, Envie, already accounts for 60% of the business.

Following the sale of Les Burgers de Papa to Bchef in January 2026, Yves Hecker is shifting his focus towards leisure. The Lyon-based entrepreneur is preparing to open a medieval fantasy-themed park in Vézeronce-Curtin, in the Isère department, during the first half of 2027. This diversification illustrates the growing convergence between restaurants, entertainment and the visitor economy.

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Lausanne, Switzerland | David Delarive appointed to lead MFM Mirante Fund Management’s Swiss Hospitality Fund

Lausanne-based fund manager MFM Mirante Fund Management has appointed David Delarive to lead the Swiss Hospitality Fund, a new direct investment vehicle dedicated to hospitality real estate in Switzerland. He has worked as an auditor at PwC, as an entrepreneur and as a group chief executive in real estate development and hospitality. His arrival shows that MFM plans to invest in hotels, serviced residences and public hospitality facilities.

United States | Steven Blaine appointed Regional Manager of Franchise Operations & Revenue Development at Sonesta International Hotels

Sonesta International Hotels has hired Steven Blaine as Regional Manager of Franchise Operations & Revenue Development in the United States. He spent nearly nine years at G6 Hospitality (Motel 6, Studio 6), where he oversaw more than 350 franchised hotels across 18 states. He joins the group in November 2026, at a time when much of its growth comes from franchising.

Côte d’Ivoire | Ibrahima Ndiaye takes the helm at Noom Hotel Abidjan Plateau

Mangalis Hotel Group has appointed Ibrahima Ndiaye General Manager of Noom Hotel Abidjan Plateau with effect from 9 November 2026. After five years at the head of Noom Hotel Conakry, where he oversaw strong business growth, the executive, who comes from a technology background, continues his rise within the pan-African hotel group.

Dominican Republic | Gianluca Nurchis takes the helm at Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences

Gianluca Nurchis has been appointed to lead Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences, a five-star property of 40 suites and casitas on the Samaná Peninsula in the Dominican Republic. He has an international career with Meliá Hotels International and Viva Resorts by Wyndham, and he will steer the next stage of development at this Small Luxury Hotels of the World member.

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