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7 fact-checked facts about hotels, restaurants and the hospitality industry, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What does a hotel concierge do?

AnswerHelps guests with bookings, tips and requests

Concierges arrange reservations, tours and more.

Which hotel department cleans guest rooms?

AnswerHousekeeping

Housekeeping keeps rooms clean and stocked.

Going deeper

What is the maximum number of stars a restaurant can earn in the Michelin Guide?

Answer3

Three stars is the highest Michelin award.

What does 'mise en place' mean in a kitchen?

AnswerEverything in its place, prepped before service

Cooks set up ingredients and tools before service.

In restaurant slang, what does it mean when an item is '86'?

AnswerIt is no longer available

86 means the kitchen has run out of it.

Expert level

Which hotelier gave his name to a famous luxury brand, opening a Paris hotel in 1898?

AnswerCesar Ritz

The Hotel Ritz Paris opened in 1898.

A Japanese inn founded in 705 is recognized by Guinness as the oldest hotel. What is it called?

AnswerNishiyama Onsen Keiunkan

Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan has operated since 705.

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