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Food Halls are the New Trend in Group Dining

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A food hall. Smart Meetings has rounded up food halls across the country that not only provide a wide variety of cuisine for groups to choose from and reconvene in the dining area but are also located in buildings connected to the history and culture of the destination they are set in. An easy solution?

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Don’t Believe Everything You See on Twitter About a San Francisco Meeting Apocalypse

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If there’s one trait that best defines San Francisco, it’s diversity. San Francisco’s iconic landmarks and scenic beauty always captivate, while new experiences showcase the city’s always-evolving nature. Getting here is easy, with the top-ranked San Francisco International Airport (SFO) just 13 miles from the city.

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Food and Beverage Trends for 2018

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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.

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F&B Smart Moves in New York, Arizona and More

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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.

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Smart Moves in California, Oregon and More

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The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Portland, in Oregon appointed Lapsley director of sales and marketing. Most recently, she was director of sales and marketing at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, in Hawaii. A 25-year hospitality veteran, Romane has held roles in sales, marketing and resident and hotel management. Kate Patay, CPCE.

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Smart Moves in Lake Tahoe, Laguna Beach and More

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The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe has hired Munos as director of sales and marketing. Munos has spent more than 25 years in the industry, working most recently for Marriott International as area sales leader at San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront. as chief marketing officer. Adam Resnick. Cliff Ryan and Larisa Summers.

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Smart Moves in Salt Lake City, Seattle and More

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Scott Cochran and Kitty Chau Scott Cochran (left) and Kitty Chau (right) Cochran is complex general manager and Chau is complex director of sales and marketing for dual-property Le Meridien and Element Salt Lake City Downtown. Anya Buitrago Hotel La Compania in Casco Antiguo, Panama, named Buitrago director of sales and marketing.