Accor has signed a management contract for a new Sofitel in China, Guangdong Sunrich Group’s latest hotel property, the Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich. Located at the heart of Guangzhou’s Tianhe central business district, the Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich is easily accessible as it is within walking distance from the main metro lines and a short drive away from Guangzhou East Railway Station. It is expected to open at the end of 2010.

The Doubletree by Hilton brand will enter the Middle East in the first quarter of 2010 when the Doubletree Suites by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah opens in the United Arab Emirates. Hilton Hotels Corporation signed a management agreement on the hotel, which is expected to have 112 apartments, with Mohamed Ahmed Ali Hassan Ruqait.

Forbes Travelller recently came out with their list of World’s Spiciest Foods and topping the list is India’s Phall (Phaal) Curry. Originating in Southern India, this dish combines at least 10 different peppers into a single, thick curry dish and its distinct spicy kick comes from a core ingredient, the Bhut jolokia chili pepper, which has been confirmed by the Guinness World Records as the most potent pepper on earth. Also in the list is Chicago’s Hot Suicide Wings, Jamaica’s Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Thailand’s Nuea Pad Prik, China’s Hot Pot (Sichuan Province), Africa’s Frango Piri Piri and others.