A charming bar in Miami’s Chotmat
Buzzwords such as Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and Metaverse have become part of our daily lives, and everyone from large corporations to entrepreneurs to the general public is beginning to pay attention. NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) are unique blockchain assets that are often connected to the form of digital art and have surged in popularity over the past year.NFT sales, according to DappRadar, which collects data across several different blockchains Reached $ 24.9 billion in 2021, Increased from $ 94.9 million in 2020. It was only a matter of time before entering the food and hospitality industry, as NFTs permeate everything from art to music to real estate.
In December 2021, renowned chef Tom Coricchio announced on Twitter that he would enter the NFT space with “top chef” Spike Mendelsohn. CHFTY pizza, Pizza-themed 8,888 NFT releases, each worth about $ 200. For other well-known chefs who are taking advantage of the NFT epidemic, the Food Network Christian Petroni..
Some restaurants take this concept a step further, offering token holders exclusive membership and perks as part of NFT ownership. For example, in 2021, entrepreneurs David Rodolitz, Gary Vaynerchuk, and chef Josh Capon announced the following ventures: Fly fishing club, Is called the world’s first NFT restaurant. Flyfish Club NFT gives owners unlimited access to New York City members-only private dining venues and a series of exclusive digital and face-to-face special events. The exact location of the club to open in 2023 has not yet been determined, but all 1,500 publicly released NFTs have sold out in minutes. Initial prices for NFTs ranged from approximately $ 8,000 (basic tier) to $ 14,000 (premium tier), but current resale prices are nearly double these amounts.
However, suppose you are looking for an NFT with benefits at a restaurant that is already open. In that case, you are lucky: Chot MatteA pioneering global Japanese restaurant based in London, Toronto and Miami Beach (and planned outposts in Doha, Riad, San Francisco and Beverly Hills) recently announced that it will release its first NFT in April this year. did.
Called the “Founder,” NFTs are one-time, releasable, collectable chip cards that give owners exclusive membership access to a set of bespoke benefits available worldwide. Unprecedented perks include first-class flights and 5-star accommodation, as well as personal invitations to all Chotto Matte restaurants open around the world. Annual visits to distilleries, vineyards and premium farms. Invitation for New Year’s Eve dinner for 6 people anywhere in Chotto Matte. A special homely experience with the restaurant’s executive chef. Two tickets for one major sporting event (FIFA, F1, Boxing, etc.) per year. more!
The Founder NFT benefits were designed to reflect the benefits used by Kurt Zdesar, the founder and owner of Chotto Matte, a restaurant owner with over 30 years of experience in global hospitality.
“Innovation is the pillar of the Chotto Matte brand. From menus to design, we always aim to push the boundaries,” says Zdesar. “After great success in the US, Europe and Canada, crypto space is another market I want to explore. It’s the future and there’s still a lot to do!”
The founder will be a Chotto Matte branded digital wallet that owners can access from the portal containing a list of benefits. If the owner wants to take advantage of the benefits, just click on the event and the Chotto Matte team members will contact and coordinate. Only one founder NFT will be created. Currently, this is the only membership of Chotto Matte, with additional exclusivity. However, as Zdesar explains, “This exclusive membership represents the first leap to the Metaverse, but not the last.”
Founder NFTs can be purchased at OpenSea for $ 1 million.To celebrate, Chotto Matte Special launch event At the location of Miami Beach on April 5th. Miami NFT Week And that Bitcoin 2022 | Miami Beach A conference that is expected to welcome thousands of crypto enthusiasts from around the world.
The launch event celebrates the restaurant’s entry into the Metaverse with a crypto-inspired live performance. Meeting attendees can flash a whale or industry pass to unlock a secret, carefully selected menu that introduces the most luxurious Japanese dishes (available only with Bitcoin). “It’s guaranteed to leave you a starry sky,” Zdesar adds.
The launch event celebrates the restaurant’s entry into the Metaverse with a crypto-inspired live performance. Meeting attendees can flash a whale or industry pass to unlock a secret, carefully selected menu that introduces the most luxurious Japanese dishes (available only with Bitcoin). “It’s guaranteed to leave you a starry sky,” Zdesar adds.
Return to popular New York Brooklyn chop house Restaurant owners Robert “Don Pooh” Cummins and Stratis Morfogen are also entering the cryptocurrency game. On March 14, the Steakhouse opened the long-awaited five-story Times Square location of 25,000 square feet, with six private dining rooms, three bars, and a “Brooklyn Beach House” rooftop bar. Starting May this year, this space also includes an intimate cellar area accessible only to guests who have purchased a special NFT membership.according to New York postThe starting price for a basic membership is around $ 8,000, but more expensive tiers ranging from $ 20,000 to $ 1 million offer even more exclusive perks.
As cryptocurrencies and Metaverse continue to grow in popularity, you’ll see more chefs and restaurants tasting NFT spaces. The only question remains: are we willing to eat a bite for the rest of us?
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