USA. Paradies Lagardère has unveiled a range of local and national concessions at Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
The openings include two Texas-themed wine bars from Vino Volo, a key part of the Paradies Lagardère Dining Division. These are Vino Volo High Plains and Vino Volo Hill Country.
The other dining brands to launch at Austin Bergstrom International are Salvation Pizza, Ruta Maya Coffee, Thundercloud Subs, Berry Austin, Hut’s Hamburgers, Mad Greens, Departure Lounge, and Second Bar + Kitchen.
Retail stores opened by Paradies Lagardère are Barton Springs, CNBC and The Scoreboard.
The Vino Volo Hill Country concept was inspired by a variety of Texas wineries, including Pedernales Cellars, Duchman Winery and William Chris Vineyards, as well as the geography of Fredericksburg, Texas – home of Hill Country [a region considered to be the border between the American Southeast and Southwest].
Vino Volo Hill Country offers an extensive wine selection that customers can purchase by the glass, flight or bottle to take with them. The restaurant can also ship bottles for customers. The food menu features snacks, entrees, and desserts designed to pair with the wine offered, including charcuterie boards with a variety of artisanal meats and cheeses. Entrees include Vino Volo’s signature salmon rolls, as well as burrata and roasted tomato salad.
“Vino Volo has been a long-term partner with Austin Bergstrom International Airport, and we’re excited to showcase local Texas wines at our new locations,” said Vino Volo Senior Vice President Mark Sill. “We have loyal fans around the globe and maintain our position as the airport market leader in North America because of the knowledge, hospitality, and passion delivered by our wine associates and staff.
“Travellers will find a variety of superior quality wines, local blends made right here in Texas, and wine flights and retail bottles for sale, as we’re the only airport wine bar to offer this. We offer unique experiences that allow guests to taste, learn and enjoy.”
Paradies Lagardère President and CEO Gregg Paradies added: “[We were] thrilled when these packages were awarded to us, and we’ve been happy with the end results. We think our customers are too.
“We’ve introduced powerhouse brands and locally-influenced concepts that enhance the customer and traveller experience at the airport and has made Austin Bergstrom International Airport a destination in itself.”
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The company also organises the annual Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) Conference & Awards. FAB 2020 will be held in Istanbul on 23 and 24 June. Istanbul Airport will host the event, which will be a celebration not only of the best in international airport dining but also of Turkish cuisine and culture. FAB 2020 will be supported strongly by Tum & Ictur, the concessionaire managing 34,000sq m of food & beverage space at Istanbul Airport.
