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The Trick to Aging Legendary Kentucky Bourbon, Plus Recipes

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In Kentucky, where 95 percent of the world’s bourbon is produced, there’s almost as much interest in the process as there is in the finished product. barrels of bourbon per resident in Kentucky (with a population of 4.45 2 ounces fine Kentucky Bourbon. Kentucky bourbon. There are approximately 1.5 Old Fashioned.

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Top Food Beverage Trends For 2017

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Selecting your food and beverage menu is one of the most important aspects of designing your event’s guest experience. They have seriously upped their food IQ thanks to the prevalence of foodie cooking shows, instagram and online resources where they can study food trends, international flavour profiles, recipes, etc.

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New and Renovated: Gold Standard Rooms at Nobu Caesars Palace, Spring Debuts

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How Meeting Planners Can Use It: Nobu Caesars Palace refurb includes the Hakone, Sake, Nobu Penthouse and Nobu Villa suites—all prime accommodations for VIPs and CEOs. of meeting space nearby. of conference space have been updated, including flexible meeting rooms and the Terrace and Plaza ballrooms. The property’s 31,000 sq.

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4 Tips for Planning a Local, Affordable Menu

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You know how powerfully the food and beverage experience can shape the overall tone and success of a meeting. As attendees are seeking more unique and distinctive food experiences , below are my top recommendations for the most important elements to keep in mind when developing your next menu. Think Authentically.

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Smart Moves in Rancho Mirage, Atlantic City and More

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Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. Louisville Tourism in Kentucky welcomed Runyon as destination services manager. Most recently, Fluhr served as vice president of operations, food and beverage development, and brand management.

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Smart Moves in Timber Cove, Tourism Western Australia and More

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He’s held multiple senior leadership positions, including general manager for Roka Akor and Roka Bar, both in San Francisco; director at Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas; and director of food & beverage at The Battery hotel in San Francisco. Lynsey Dennison. Brent Lessing and Natalie White. Lessing (left) and White (right).

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Smart Moves in Las Vegas, Florida and More

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Allison is senior vice president of strategy and growth for meetings, conventions and exhibitions for Oak View Group (OVG), a venue development and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industry. Both Kentucky-based properties are managed under OVG360, Oak View Group’s management arm. Chandra Allison.

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