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Ewart Wardhaugh has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Intercontinental Los Angeles Downtown

InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Ewart Wardhaugh to the role of Director of Food & Beverage. As a highly accomplished Executive Chef who has worked in countless cities and five out of seven continents, Wardhaugh is eager to bring his 20+ years of hands-on experience to the property's already esteemed food & beverage program, which includes a variety of elevated dining concepts including La Boucherie, a high-end steakhouse and seafood restaurant; Dekkadance, a farm-to-fork dining experience; and Spire 73, the tallest open-air restaurant and bar in the Western Hemisphere.

Garee Battad has been appointed as Executive Chef at Marina Del Rey Hotel

Marina del Rey Hotel, announces the appointment of Chef Garee Battad as the waterfront boutique hotel's Executive Chef. A seasoned veteran with more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Battad will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations for the property, including the renowned SALT Restaurant & Bar.

Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa Debuts Nov. 1, 2023

Located in Indian Wells in the Greater Palm Springs area, the first resort concept for elevated lifestyle brand, Tommy Bahama, will debut on November 1 as Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa, following an extensive, $20 million renovation and redesign that pairs island living with desert luxury. Situated against the Santa Rosa Mountains, the transformed resort boasts 215 guestrooms and reimagined villa suites infused with a custom tropical design aesthetic woven into 11 acres of olive trees, fragrant citrus groves and flower gardens. With 35,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space; three saltwater swimming pools with cabanas; Grapefruit Basil, a new signature restaurant and bar created specifically for the resort; exclusive retail products at the new Rosa Boutique; and 12,000-square-foot Spa Rosa, Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa will serve as a chic desert escape for travelers looking to soak up life's simple pleasures and celebrate their most significant moments.

Vincent Savignano has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Paséa Hotel & Spa

Paséa Hotel & Spa - the Huntington Beach, California-based Meritage Collection hotel celebrated for its oceanfront culinary offerings - announces a complete revamp of its food and beverage program, slated to be unveiled this spring. The hotel's dining venues will undergo a $5 million renovation, opening a brand-new restaurant concept on the ground floor where Tanner's Restaurant currently sits. Paséa welcomes Director of Food & Beverage Vincent Savignano to help lead the transformation, including menu creation and sense of place across the property.

Historic Murrieta Hot Springs Resort to Reopen in February 2024 Following Thirty Years of Public Closure

For more than a century, the cultural heritage of Southern California has been enriched by the therapeutic mineral springs nestled within a historic 1902 site known as Murrieta Hot Springs Resort. Over the past 30 years, the property has been inaccessible to the public. This will soon change as the team behind The Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs, CO, announces today that in February 2024, Murrieta Hot Springs Resort will reopen, newly reimagined and ready to welcome guests and the surrounding community. First reservations are now being accepted at murrieta-hotsprings.com.

Lodge at Marconi in Tomales Bay Opens as a Newly Reimagined Modern Coastal Retreat

Lodge at Marconi, an upscale coastal retreat managed by Oliver Hospitality, perched atop forested hills overlooking the picturesque Tomales Bay, is now open and welcoming guests after a multi-million-dollar, 17-month-long renovation. Formerly Marconi Conference Center, Lodge at Marconi sits on 62 sprawling acres off Highway Route 1 within the Marconi State Historic Park, affording visitors direct access to West Marin County's unparalleled natural beauty, modern hotel accommodations, refreshed and unique event spaces, and beautified grounds - all with magical views of rolling green hills and the shimmering seashore.

Larry Monaco has been appointed as Executive Chef at L’Auberge Del Mar

L'Auberge Del Mar, a storied coastal gem in the Noble House Hotels & Resorts collection, today announced the appointment of Larry Monaco, its new executive chef. Bringing more than two decades of passion and culinary expertise to his role, Monaco helms the kitchen of the property's celebrated signature restaurant, Adelaide, and oversees the complete L'Auberge Del Mar culinary experience, inclusive of in-room dining and offerings for meetings, events and weddings.

Hotel Del Coronado Announces a $160 Million Restoration And Revitalization

The legendary Hotel del Coronado, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has announced plans to restore and revitalize the hotel's historic Victorian building with a more than $160 million investment, marking the next and final phase of Blackstone Real Estate's more than $550 million development plan to preserve and enhance the National Historic Landmark property for the enjoyment of guests, visitors and the community alike. The upgrades will encompass all Victorian guestrooms, suites and event spaces such as the iconic Crown Room, with a targeted completion date of Spring 2025.

Georges Safi has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Born in Lebanon to a family of professionals, Safi was encouraged by his parents to pursue a career in medicine, but he instead contemplated dentistry until a school job fair opened his eyes to the hotel industry. "There was a woman at the fair who worked for a big hotel group," reminisces Safi, "She had a sparkle in her eyes and a real passion for what she did. She invited me to train for a month, and I enjoyed the hotel vibe so much that I chose to pursue hospitality instead."

Kenneth Clark has been appointed as General Manager at The Wayfarer Downtown LA, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Kenneth Clark has been hired as General Manager at The Wayfarer Downtown LA. Clark has more than 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He was most recently the General Manager at Cambria Hotel Calabasas. Clark's resume includes positions at Anza Hotel Calabasas, Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Convention Center, Kimpton Hotel Madera, Helix-A Kimpton Hotel, Copley Square Hotel, Johnson & Wales Inn/Hilltop Hotel & Conference Center, and Radisson Hotel Providence Airport.

James Verlinden has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach is pleased to announce the promotion of James Verlinden to the position of Director of Food and Beverage, overseeing theResort's outlets including Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star recognizedCaruso's, Michelin New DiscoveryAMA Sushi, Miramar Beach Bar, The Manor Bar, the Resort's banquet operations and private members-only club, Miramar Club. James brings with him a wealth of experience and a strong track record of excellence in the hospitality industry.

Kimpton Set To Open First Boutique Hotel In Pacific Grove In 2025

impton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' luxury & lifestyle portfolio, breaks ground today for a new boutique hotel in the Northern California coastal community of Pacific Grove, on the storied Monterey Peninsula. Marking the boutique hotel brand's first property in the market, Kimpton Pacific Grove Hotel will exude elevated, laid-back vibes one can only find on the Central Coast of the Golden State and serve as a premier destination featuring locally inspired restaurant and bar concepts. The property is expected to open in late 2025.

Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Opens in California

Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has officially opened its doors. The 311-room hotel is designed for those with an imaginative spirit, featuring touchpoints of art, dance, music, and culture. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of downtown Pasadena's creative scene, just steps from iconic institutions like the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Pasadena Convention Center, and Old Town Pasadena, and it is only 20 minutes from the Hollywood Burbank Airport. Hotel Dena is part of the Tribute Portfolio - part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands - and aims to attract travelers looking for fresh experiences that reflect their own individuality. Owned by Monarch Alternative Capital and managed by HHM Hotels, Hotel Dena is a part of HHM's Independent Collection, a selection of lifestyle hotels that are connected to local communities and offer personalized service.