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General Manager Michael Musarra announced the appointment of Marie Lanaud as director of catering for Fairmont San Jose, a landmark in Silicon Valley, California. Lanaud will be responsible for organizing and promoting food and beverage, while exceeding guest expectations and financial targets at the 805-room hotel.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2016

“There are also indicators that the year could be very exciting, including new hotel and restaurant openings, emerging cuisines and beverages , more technology solutions to simplify business and raise the bar for marketing, and so much more,” Freeman says. Food City Of The Year: To Live & Dine In L.A.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Related : 9 Nibble-Worthy Food Tours. A great nightcap to a long day of meetings is gathering around a campfire with colleagues and peers. Some hotels have your late-night cravings handled with these creative—and sometimes nostalgic—offerings. It’s OK; don’t feel guilty. Peanut Butter and Jelly. Photo credit: Guest House at Graceland.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2017

The Olive Press, Sonoma, California. Tours of this family-owned operation in California’s Wine Country introduce visitors to the magic produced by the grinding stones, steel blades and centrifugal spinners involved in the cold press process. Lucero Olive Oil, Corning, California.

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JANUARY 10, 2018

Five days later, The Golden Globe Awards followed in Beverly Hills, California, and the ceremonies will keep on coming, leaving event planners and hotels mighty busy straight out of the gate. Staging an awards gala requires substantial planning, and in many ways it is similar to planning a meeting or an event.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Seascape Resort in Monterey Bay, California also offers many outdoor activities. Cocktail enthusiasts can find out how to make the alcoholic beverages from learned mixologists. Attendees who love to spend time in the water can take surfing and stand-up paddleboard lessons or go on a kayak voyage if they’re feeling particularly risky.

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JULY 12, 2017

Visit Santa Cruz County (VSCC) in California has hired Laura Manriquez as the new director of sales and marketing. She will target two primary markets: corporate group meetings and international tourism travel trade. Laura Manriquez .

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DECEMBER 19, 2016

Cooking classes, community service projects that benefit the local community and cultural food tours are all great options to boost camaraderie. Try whale watching off the Washington state coast , walking through majestic redwood forests in Northern California or whitewater rafting in Colorado Springs. Healthy, local food and beverage.

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AUGUST 25, 2017

Pete Beach, Florida named Patrick Faas its new director of food and beverage. Toubman’s previous credits include senior vice president of the Loreto Bay Company in Baja, California and general manager of Harbor Court hotel in Baltimore, The Henley Park Hotel in Washington, D.C.

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DECEMBER 18, 2017

Many zoos nationwide have similar offerings, so inquire with the zoo most local to your meeting venue. In January, G’Day USA will be focusing its attention on California with pop-up events at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles, including an Australian Open Experience, and a gala in San Francisco. The post 3 Ways to Bring Oz to U.S.

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MAY 25, 2017

Bergamot Alley (Healdsburg, California). The grilled American food and more than 150 wine selections also add to the special low-key character. Spanish-Mediterranean style food and an internationally-curated wine list establish the laid back, bohemian atmosphere that the South Austin area is known for.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Even if it is a meet-and-greet, adding the educational component can make the time more memorable and meaningful. Roxanne Langer, director of sales and marketing and winery sommelier at Moraga Estate in Bel Air, California, stresses the importance of educating without intimidating. Educated Guess.

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OCTOBER 26, 2016

One of the big meeting stories coming out of San Francisco this week is the lawsuit filed by people who attended an NAACP California-Hawaii conference two years ago at Hotel Sofitel in Redwood City. Disinfect food-serving stations and other places attendees are touching. Have a plan! Create a safety team for all events.

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JUNE 2, 2017

Here are some fun ways to celebrate at a meeting or on a business trip …and they don’t all require consuming calories. Doughnut walls are one of the latest food trends to take over Instagram and Pinterest in 2017. But, hey, it’s Friday and you deserve a cheat day, anyway. Doughnut Wall. Doughnut Pool Float.

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MARCH 14, 2018

of meeting space and 551 guest rooms. California: Boysenberry Pie. Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California, is the birthplace of the boysenberry. Omni Parker House has 23,000 sq. In 1996, Boston Cream Pie was proclaimed the official state dessert of Massachusetts.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Whether meeting in the ticket concourse, the iconic waiting area—notable for having been used as the set for the cyberpunk police station in Blade Runner —or either of the outdoor patios, each offers a distinct mood and significance to events. Newest food and beverage attraction is brewpub Imperial Beer Co.

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JUNE 8, 2017

In Smart Meetings magazine’s July 2016 issue, featuring Warriors star Steph Curry , Selena Williams, a vice president at East Oakland Development Center, said, “The people of Oakland possess a certain resiliency and togetherness that I think is reflected in the Warriors.”. of event space.

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JULY 21, 2023

San Francisco’s welcoming people, its unbeatable food scene, and its endless activity regularly lead to record-breaking meeting attendance. Our kitchen staff, led by Executive Chef David Hollands, is a leading force in repurposing food for the needy and recycling our excess. Figure Skating Championships).

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Decor such as custom street art and bathtubs splashed with neon paint impart a lively and irreverent vibe, while a menu of elevated comfort food bites and signature cocktails stands ready to refuel competitors. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Interactive Acrobatics.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Decor such as custom street art and bathtubs splashed with neon paint impart a lively and irreverent vibe, while a menu of elevated comfort food bites and signature cocktails stands ready to refuel competitors. Food and beverage options catering to all tastes mean there’s no reason to leave. Interactive Acrobatics.

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