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Los Angeles, CA – Caesarstone, leading developer and manufacturer of premium quartz surfaces, will unveil the “Future Kitchen” designed by the students of the Industrial Design department at Pratt Institute under the creative direction of Visiting Assistant Professor of Industrial Design at Pratt and New York based architect and designer, Marc Thorpe. The future kitchen will be on display in the Caesarstone booth from May 19-23 at WantedDesign Manhattan at Terminal Stores, 269 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10011. “At Caesarstone, we have always been a huge supporter of the design and architecture communities, and especially of the education of these groups. We see this generation of students as the future of design, and this collaboration is very telling of what is to come,” said Nick Harris, Vice President of Marketing at Caesarstone US. “This future kitchen proves what an innovative group this is, and I have no doubt they will cross boundaries and make huge change in the design world.” In designing...

Los Angeles, CA – Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is pleased to welcome Pete Manfredini as the hotel’s new Executive chef. A culinary craftsman with over thirty-five years of professional experience, Manfredini brings a unique cooking style inspired by his Italian roots and strong emphasis on local seasonality. Raised by his grandparents just outside Chicago, Chef Pete Manfredini began his culinary journey at the young age of six. With the desire to teach self-sufficiency Manfredini’s grandfather began teaching him how to cook and by the time he turned 11, Manfredini had earned his first job at a local Italian tavern. Manfredini further developed his culinary skills and passion for cuisine through his travels, living in various culinary capitals across the U.S. and the World including Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago and Italy. Manfredini also spent in Napa Valley, where he worked at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone and was mentored by several renowned chefs. It was here where he also...

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – Anticipation is growing for the June 2017 opening at the stunning new Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, as the luxury hotel today offers up a first look at the hotel's spectacular new rooms. Each of the 170 guestrooms is a true "room with a view," offering unrivaled vistas ranging from a bird's eye view of the Hollywood Hills to the nearby expansive urban canyon of Century City and well beyond. Every room features floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto oversized private balconies, perfect for drinking in the sunset or simply checking out Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Hills shopping mecca just to the east, within easy walking distance of the Waldorf Astoria. On the hotel's third level, spacious Villa Suites open onto manicured private garden terraces, perfect for entertaining friends at cocktail hour or having a quiet breakfast as the day begins. Located adjacent to The Beverly Hilton on the corner of Wilshire and Santa Monica boulevards in Beverly Hills, the...

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Phuket, Thailand –Trisara, the world-class, Thai family-owned luxury resort located on Phuket Island, is proud to announce its inclusion in a series of prestigious awards. These 2017 accolades come on the heels of Trisara's recent December 2016 relaunch, which celebrated the completion of extensive renovations to the already award-winning property. Repeating as the only Phuket resort included in Condé Nast Traveler's 2017 Gold List as one of the “Favorite Hotels in the World" (for the third year straight), Trisara adds that honor to their ever-growing awards list that includes inclusion in The Robb Report's Top 100 Resorts; the Thailand Tatler's Best Restaurant Awards (including a 2017 nod); The Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence; and numerous others. In addition to receiving the prestigious 2017 Condé Nast Gold List award, Trisara has also virtually swept this year’s Gallivanter’s Guide awards, taking home five of their coveted prizes, including: Best Resort Worldwide Best Resort in South East Asia Best Small Hotel/Resort Under 100 Rooms Best Resort Cuisine...

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Monterey, CA – The Portola Hotel & Spa has introduced a Romantic Getaway for two just in time for Valentine’s Day. From an overnight special to a romantic 4-course dinner for two, Portola has designed the perfect scene for a romantic weekend not soon to be forgotten. ROMANCE FOR TWO PACKAGE Love is in the air, so why not surprise that special someone with a Monterey Bay Romantic Getaway? Sip, savor and enjoy a bottle of Veuve Clicquot delivered to your elegantly appointed guestroom while you relax together and take in the coastal air. This Monterey romantic getaway includes: Nautically inspired and elegantly appointed guestroom A warm, homemade chocolate chip cookie upon arrival A bottle of Veuve Clicquot delivered to your guestroom Breakfast for two at Jacks Restaurant & Lounge Complimentary 24-hour fitness center Heated pool, Jacuzzi & poolside cabanas Complimentary Wi-Fi access   Book and stay January 1, 2017 through March 31, 2017. Terms and conditions apply. Based on availability. Blackout dates apply. Subject...

Bethesda, MD, USA – Renaissance Hotels, the global lifestyle brand known for helping travelers to experience business unusual on the road, has joined forces with iconic Perrier® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water to bring visitors, travelers and locals alike bold, unexpected, tastes complemented by communal, sensory experiences. Travelers and locals visiting Renaissance Hotels can experience Renaissance Hotels’ rituals such as breakfast morning smoothies, complimentary punch bowls in the evening and late night hydration cures all featuring Perrier. All available 24 hours a day and all made with exclusive Perrier recipes. Instructional videos and the accompanying recipes are available at RenHotels.com. Timed to New Year’s Eve celebrations and the mornings that follow, extraordinary new sparkling punch bowl recipes are available on RenHotels.com now, and all of the varieties of beverages will be available at more than 80 U.S. hotels in January 2017. The Perrier sparkling punch bowls are part of Renaissance Hotels’ bar ritual, which is centered on indigenous craft beverages, curated by the hotel bartender...