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Hotelie creates hyper-seasonal cuisine, served with theatrical flair
Jake Potashnick ’15 offers a finely crafted tasting menu at Feld, his Chicago restaurant that earned a Michelin star in its second year.
Remember going to Triphammer Marketplace? Two alums bought it
A married couple, both Nolan School grads, plans improvements to the venerable shopping center near campus in Lansing.
This Hotelie is bringing a ‘superfruit’ to an airport (or campus) near you
A Class of ’19 alum designs the eateries in the health-conscious Sambazon chain, beloved for its açaí bowls and smoothies.
Ithaca Hummus founder Chris Kirby named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Innovator
Chris Kirby ’14, founder of Ithaca Hummus, is named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Innovator and will be honored June 2 in NYC for leadership and impact.
Hospitality competition winner plans to expand restaurant into a chain
Master’s student Avery Sheppard won $25,000 to put toward her fish and chips eatery by winning the Nolan School’s hospitality business plan competition.
Hospitality sweet: Hotel Ezra Cornell celebrates a century
From a servers’ race to invitations sent via pigeon, Nolan School students showcase their talents to an evolving industry.
At the 101st Hotel Ezra Cornell, luxury is built on details
Through small gestures of hospitality, Hotel Ezra Cornell's student organizers set out to create an unforgettable guest experience.
Why we tip, who we tip and what it really says about us
People have a lot to say about where, when and how much to tip. A new book by Michael Lynn dives deep.
Where everybody knows your name: Hotelie runs iconic NYC bar
Justin McManus ’03 is the fourth-generation owner of his family pub—familiar to viewers of “Seinfeld,” “Law & Order,” and more.
Marriott CEO named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Icon
The Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration has named Anthony (Tony) Capuano ’87, president and chief executive officer of Marriott International, as the 2026 Cornell Hospitality Icon of the Industry.
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