SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 13, 2017

Looking to the year ahead , we are all eagerly anticipating the new food and beverage trends that will emerge. There’s been an emphasis on the desire for experiential outings, whether in travel, food or shopping. The better the food, the better the Instagram photo? Food Walls. Experiential Catering.

Food and Beverage 72

Food and Beverage 2018 2017 2014 72

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Born and raised in California, Chef Kwan has held culinary roles around the world and prides himself on his global approach in his menus. He has held numerous executive chef roles and now looks forward to leading the team at the coastal California resort. Artale will serve as director of food and beverage. 39 and Boleo.

Food and Beverage 95

Food and Beverage Hotels Hospitality Management 95

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2024

The Evolution of Dana Point How did a sleepy surf town halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego reach the heights of Southern California Luxe culture? It is the attention to detail in the design, service and food and beverage program that elevates the experience to quiet luxury. The 30,000 sq. Outdoors, another 80,000 sq.

Hotels 52

Hotels Food and Beverage 2021 Hospitality 52

Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

Baldwin Hotel in downtown Houston welcomes Sallo as general manager of food and beverage. He will lead operations at the hotel’s 11 th floor Japanese restaurant, Wren , their retro bar, Perch Putt , and their rotating lineup of local food trucks, the Aviary, as well as their banquet and catering services.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Hotels 2015 Hospitality 52

Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

Baldwin Hotel in downtown Houston welcomes Sallo as general manager of food and beverage. He will lead operations at the hotel’s 11 th floor Japanese restaurant, Wren , their retro bar, Perch Putt , and their rotating lineup of local food trucks, the Aviary, as well as their banquet and catering services.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Hotels 2015 Hospitality 52

IMG

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Some highlights for the event trends for 2023 are: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Events (DEI) Food & Beverage Going Green Event Tech 2.0 Download the 2023 State of Industry Report Get the insights needed to better plan your marketing events, brand activations and any other experiences for your brand! GET YOUR COPY NOW!

2023 195

2023 Food and Beverage Event Tech Marketing 195

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Lopez will serve as director of food & beverage, bringing with him 21 years of experience in food and wine in the hospitality industry. He will manage all food and beverage processes and events and will establish and uphold exceptional culinary experiences for guests.

Food and Beverage 97

Food and Beverage Hospitality 2024 Hotels 97

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Omar Salinas Omar Salinas Salinas joins Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa , in Indian Wells, California, as executive chef. The restaurant serves locally sourced California-inspired cuisine. He has 20 years of experience in food and beverage, with 11 years as manager of food and beverage at the Grand Hyatt San Diego.

Food and Beverage 95

Food and Beverage 2015 Hotels 2022 95

Milestone Events Group

OCTOBER 19, 2022

There are incredible wineries to choose from, especially in California. If you already have your California winery wedding picked out, you’re probably thinking of budgeting. How much does a winery wedding cost in California? You of course don’t want your guests going hungry, and you want the food to be as delicious as possible.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Banking Venues Entertainment 52

SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

When out-of-towners visit California, one of the most frequently requested must-stops is In-N-Out Burger to get a Double-Double, go all-out with Animal Style or get adventurous with the secret menu. Food trucks have become synonymous with California culture. Their catering team has a tremendous roster of 200 food trucks.

Meetings 50

Meetings Conference Venues Meeting Planning 50

IMG

AUGUST 25, 2023

Our unparalleled in-house food and beverage program coupled with a seasoned event management team allows for seamless and efficient planning and execution.¨- Photos: The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles. We specialize in offering stellar experiences in unique and versatile venues that are destined to inspire your guests.¨-

Venues 195

Venues Food and Beverage Corporate Meetings Trade Shows 195

Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

For over 30 years Huston has been a leader in hospitality and food and beverage management. Brandon most recently served 21 years as general manager of Vintners Resort in Sonoma County, California. The post Smart Moves in California, Oregon and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Hotels Food and Beverage Insurance 52

Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2024

For food and beverage, visitors can make a stop at one of its five restaurants or bars, including the lobby’s License to Chill Bar, Come Monday Cafe, and JWB Prime Steak and Seafood. The restaurant features a relaxed atmosphere accompanied by cocktails, wines and a nice selection of food, like ricotta toast and cobb salad.

Food and Beverage 90

Food and Beverage Hotels Meetings Venues 90

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Visit Greater Palm Springs in Rancho Mirage, California, appointed Bruggemans director of sustainability and community engagement. Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. Most recently, he was front desk manager at ME Cabo in Mexico. Will Trokey.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels Tourism 98

Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

Throughout his career, he has managed numerous hotel portfolios and successfully led operations in various California hotel communities. In his most recent role as general manager of Calistoga Motor Lodge, he spearheaded a construction project that added 39 rooms, reduced food and beverage costs and skillfully managed finances.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels Social Media 98

Smart Meetings

MAY 16, 2022

Burdette most recently held the role of director of front office at Ojai Valley Inn in California. He served as business development manager for Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in Dana Point, California, sales manager at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa and more. Stephanie Burdette. Jed Arrogante. Carrie Sims.

Food and Beverage 94

Food and Beverage Hospitality Tourism 2004 94

Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

He has also worked as director of food and beverage for Two Roads Hospitality’s properties in Stowe, Vermont, and director of food and beverage at a Starwood Hotels & Resorts property in Aspen. McDowell comes from The Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach, California, where she worked as director of rooms.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage 2004 Hotels Tourism 98

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

The events center will quarter two kitchens, fully staffed by a dedicated food and beverage service, giving planners the peace of mind needed to focus on their objectives, while providing attendees with a memorable experience. “We Read More: California: Meet Where Sustainable Innovation Lives.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Meetings 2023 Sustainability 98

Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2019

Rejuvenate with citrus-themed signature beverages and farm to table menus from our creative culinary staff. The Boutique Riverside Convention Center has the distinction as one of the top three best conference/convention centers of 2018 and 2019 in California under 100,000 square feet.”. The post Meet Well in Riverside, California!

Food and Beverage 40

Food and Beverage Meetings 2019 Hotels 40

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Maeder brings 20 years of hospitality experience to the position, most recently serving as director of food and beverage at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. Among other properties he has worked for are Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and The Setai, Miami Beach, as director of food and beverage at both.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Hospitality Ecommerce Hotels 98

Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 1, 2019

Rejuvenate with citrus-themed signature beverages and farm-to-table menus from our creative culinary staff. Enjoy the walkable downtown Main Street with artisan restaurants, pubs, boutique shopping, museums, specialty coffee and tea shops, food lab’s eclectic restaurants, craft breweries, wine and tequila tastings.

Food and Beverage 40

Food and Beverage 2019 2018 Hotels 40

Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

In the meetings industry, many conversations about food and beverage center around food allergies , healthifying menus and working with your venue’s catering team to develop a delicious meal while staying on budget. But if you think of the food industry as an onion, we’re only peeling off the very first layer.

Food and Beverage 53

Food and Beverage 2003 Banking Speakers 53

Smart Meetings

MAY 12, 2023

The foundation for providing top-shelf catering was laid by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, who believed that catering services shouldn’t be mired in mass-produced batches of food in hot boxes and served in chafing dishes. They were really interested and willing to change it up,” Brunson said.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Hospitality Retail 2023 98

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2024

He brings a results-driven mentality and expertise in supporting, creating and executing sales and marketing strategies for luxury Southern California properties. He has worked at the property for 11 years, most recently serving as director of food and beverage.

Food and Beverage 105

Food and Beverage Tourism Hospitality 2002 105

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Columbus Food Adventures offers a wide variety of additional themed tours, including taco trucks, meat-lovers and dessert. The progressive meal takes guests to between three and five stops for food and drinks. Carlsbad, California Customize a private group experience with Carlsbad Food Tours as a team-building event or corporate party.

2015 75

2015 Transportation Marketing Meetings 75

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2024

Guests can enjoy varietals from wintery Moscato d’Asti or classic summery wines like the Metodo Classico Brut, which received 99 points, double gold and Best in Show Sparkling at the 2023 California State Fair. Along with the redesign comes new culinary offerings, from reception-style food stations to a build-your-own poke bar.

Venues 98

Venues Food and Beverage Hotels Transportation 98

Exhibitor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

SHELTON, CT  Clarion Events Food and Beverage Group along with the California Restaurant Association announced today that the Western Foodservice and H.

Food and Beverage 68

Food and Beverage Hospitality 2022 Events 68

Smart Meetings

MAY 19, 2023

He has also worked as opening campus general manager for Hyatt Place/Hyatt House in Scottsdale, general manager at Residence Inn Manhattan Beach and opening general at Homewood Suites by Hilton Los Angele Redondo Beach, both located in California. Lardo previously led food and beverage operations at Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Hotels 2001 2009 98

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Miracle Pop-Up Bar and its spin-off company Sippin’ Santa have opened several pop-up bars in popular venues around the Bay Area in Northern California. Miracle will also be providing a pop-up food menu along with their signature cocktails. Have a holiday event filled with excitement and fun with pop-up bars serving festive cocktails.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Fashion Venues 2022 98

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

She has held several sales directorships at multiple hospitality properties across the West Coast, including Western Golf Properties, Visco Entertainment Collection, Cal-a-Vie Health Spa in Vista, California and more. Adams joined Evans Hotels in San Diego, California as executive vice president and COO. Oddmund Braaten. Matthew Adams.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels Tourism 52

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

She has held several sales directorships at multiple hospitality properties across the West Coast, including Western Golf Properties, Visco Entertainment Collection, Cal-a-Vie Health Spa in Vista, California and more. Adams joined Evans Hotels in San Diego, California as executive vice president and COO. Oddmund Braaten. Matthew Adams.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels Tourism 52

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Five woman chefs of color in leadership roles across the United States spoke to Smart Meetings and shared stories of their careers, their inspirations and their passion for great food. Peruvian food is very diverse and dynamic in its flavors,” she says. In modern Peruvian cooking, Italian, Japanese and local Andes food all merge.

2006 105

2006 2010 Food and Beverage Meetings 105

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Rising is an accomplished athletics event and facility operations professional, who will now oversee four of Idaho’s largest convention center’s central departments, including event management, food and beverage services, facility operations and technology services.

Food and Beverage 104

Food and Beverage 2024 Hospitality Hotels 104

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Power includes three top facilities in Florida, two in California. The annual report rates airports based at six factors (in order of importance) in an air traveler’s experience: terminal facilities, airport arrival/departure, baggage claim, security check, check-in/baggage check, and food, beverage, and retail outlets.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Retail 2022 2021 52

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Before working in sales and marketing, he spent 15 years in food and beverage roles with Hyatt. Visit Laguna Beach in California named O’Neill-Cusey CEO. Before that, O’Neill-Cusey worked with The Ritz-Carlton in Laguna Niguel, California, and Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa in Dana Point.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage 2014 Consulting Insurance 98

Smart Meetings

JULY 29, 2022

She brings more than 18 years of hospitality and destination sales experience with Hyatt Hotels, and has held leadership roles in food and beverage and events, as well. Most recently, Sullivan served as director of sales and marketing at Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego, California. Ali Moussa. Jennifer Duffy. Richard Cox.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Tourism Hospitality Hotels 52

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

His areas of expertise include area and property leadership, complete operations management, financial, sales, food & beverage, revenue management and guest relations. She brings over 25 years of experience in hospitality in the southern California market across sales, marketing and branding.

Food and Beverage 104

Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels 2016 104