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HAWAI'I AG & CULINARY ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES OVER $1.2 MILLION RAISED THROUGH KOKUA RESTAURANT & HOSPITALITY FUND FOR MAUI

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火曜日, 4月 16, 2024

HONOLULU, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hawai'i Ag & Culinary Alliance (HACA) is honored to share the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund has raised over $1,220,000 for restaurant, bar and hospitality workers impacted by the devastating Maui wildfires that occurred last August. Originally established as an emergency relief fund during the pandemic, the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund has been a beacon of hope for Maui's culinary and visitor industry, which comprises 80% of Maui's economy.

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  • HONOLULU, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hawai'i Ag & Culinary Alliance (HACA) is honored to share the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund has raised over $1,220,000 for restaurant, bar and hospitality workers impacted by the devastating Maui wildfires that occurred last August.
  • Originally established as an emergency relief fund during the pandemic, the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund has been a beacon of hope for Maui's culinary and visitor industry, which comprises 80% of Maui's economy.
  • "We are honored, along with Chef Thomas Keller, to play a part in helping the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund meet its fundraising goals to assist West Maui."
  • For more information on the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund for Maui, or to donate, visit www.HFWF.me/kokua .

RC Show 2024 Releases Sneak Peek at its Dynamic Speaker Lineup

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水曜日, 4月 3, 2024

Learn about the latest innovations, valuable insights, current issues, and discover solutions that will help support the industry going forward.

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  • Learn about the latest innovations, valuable insights, current issues, and discover solutions that will help support the industry going forward.
  • RC Show gives attendees access to world-class educational and interactive speaker sessions, workshops and panels over three days, across six stages.
  • Here’s a taste of this year’s programming highlights and who RC Show is bringing to the table:
    Kick off the RC Show Speaker Series with a bang.
  • Catch her bartending skills live and up-close on the RC Pop-Up Stage April 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Global Young Chef Young Waiter Young Mixologist Competition Returns to the U.S. for Second Year in Search of Culinary Industry’s Top Talent

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火曜日, 3月 26, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240326886862/en/
    Contestant Marcus Youn plates a dish during the chef competition of Young Chef Young Waiter USA in 2023 at the CIA at Copia.
  • Youn would go on to win first place in the USA competition and second place with Team USA in the world finals later in the year.
  • “Last year, we saw some amazing skill and composure from each competitor, and our Team USA even went on to place second in the global competition.
  • The three winners of WorldYY USA will head to the global finals in Singapore for the chance to win $15,000!

Charles Krug Winery Partners with Truffle Shuffle to Debut New Culinary Experiences

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水曜日, 10月 11, 2023

ST. HELENA, Calif., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Charles Krug Winery, Napa Valley's oldest winery and one of the remaining continuously single family owned wineries in the region, announces today a strategic partnership with Truffle Shuffle, a company born out of a desire to share the exquisite art of cooking with truffles. The exclusive partnership brings together two chefs from the world-renowned French Laundry in Napa Valley with top-tier wines from the Peter Mondavi Sr. estate vineyards, where both new and existing consumers will engage in an immersive, hands-on experience at the estate. This new campaign speaks to the next generation of consumers while also embodying Truffle Shuffle's dedication to gastronomic brilliance and continues to solidify Charles Krug as a world-class hospitality estate.

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  • The strategic partnership with Truffle Shuffle allows Charles Krug Winery to diversify its experiences where guests can enjoy gourmet, hand-crafted meals and participate in immersive cooking and pairing classes.
  • Truffle Shuffle Caviar pop-up events will be offered exclusively at Charles Krug Winery starting on November 18th, December 16th and every 3rd Saturday thereafter moving into 2024.
  • The weekend event will take place at Charles Krug Winery, showcasing lavish tasting experiences, mouthwatering Michelin Star cuisine, extraordinary cooking classes and of course, exceptional wines.
  • "Our exclusive in person offerings at the historic Charles Krug Winery will debut our expert Truffle Shuffle chefs and our very own co-founder Tyler Vorce," said Chef Jason McKinney, Co Founder of Truffle Shuffle.

ASM Global’s SAVOR Food Division Announces U.S. Winners of World’s Premier Search Competition for Young Culinary and Hospitality Talent

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木曜日, 8月 24, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230823913776/en/
    Judge/Chef Roland Passot (right) evaluates contestant Marcus Youn during the chef competition of Young Chef Young Waiter USA on Aug. 21, 2023, at the CIA at Copia.
  • Youn would go on to win first place in the competition and heads to Monaco to compete in the world finals in November.
  • (Photo: Andreas Zhou/SAVOR)
    Now in its 44th year, WYCYW is the premier competition promoting hospitality as a career choice, aimed at finding the world’s most skilled chefs, waiters and waitresses under the age of 28.
  • The finals of YCYW USA took place on Aug. 21, 2023, at the prestigious The Culinary Institute of America at Copia (CIA) in Napa, California.

Christopher Parr of Pursuitist Named Best Luxury Influencer and Blogger in the World by The Luxury Lifestyle Awards

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金曜日, 8月 11, 2023

Curating and reviewing the very best in luxury, the 5-star travel & lifestyle guide is the utmost authority on rating high-end experiences, products, and destinations.

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  • Curating and reviewing the very best in luxury, the 5-star travel & lifestyle guide is the utmost authority on rating high-end experiences, products, and destinations.
  • "Pursuitist is honored to be recognized as the Best Luxury Influencer and Blogger in the World by The Luxury Lifestyle Awards.
  • Our mission is to curate the very best for our discerning readers, empowering them to make informed choices in their pursuit of happiness," added Christopher Parr, the Founder of Pursuitist.
  • For over 20 years, Christopher Parr has been a luxury influencer to the influencers.

Ty Warner Taps Thomas Keller to Helm Coral Casino Beach & Cabana Club's Cuisine and Dining Experience; Club to Reopen in the Fall

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火曜日, 7月 18, 2023

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ty Warner Hotels & Resorts officially announces their partnership with Thomas Keller, the acclaimed Chef/Restaurateur currently holding seven Michelin stars for properties throughout the United States. Chef Keller will oversee all food and beverage operations at the Coral Casino including Coral Café, Fins, Poolside Dining, the Tydes location restaurant, and La Pacifica. Plans are also underway with Operation and Design teams to transform Tydes and La Pacifica to match the brand and inspiration of Chef Keller's Thomas Keller Restaurant Group.

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  • Chef Keller will oversee all food and beverage operations at the Coral Casino including Coral Café, Fins, Poolside Dining, the Tydes location restaurant, and La Pacifica.
  • "We are honored to have Chef Keller as a part of this new chapter in the Coral Casino's storied legacy," noted Coral Casino owner, Ty Warner.
  • It's the final piece that will cement the Coral Casino as the most unique and coveted private beach club in the nation."
  • Like its sister club, the Montecito Club, and the San Ysidro Ranch, the Coral Casino Beach & Cabana Club came under owner management in May of 2022.

Hilton San Diego Bayfront Announces New Hotel Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and More Additions to the Culinary Team

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火曜日, 12月 13, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Dec.13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront announced the appointment of six new members of the property's culinary team. Chef Brian Lee joins the team as the Hilton Bayfront's new Executive Chef, overseeing all culinary dining concepts including banquets and catering on the property. The team also welcomes Executive Sous Chef Josh Peavy and Executive Pastry Chef James McCann. Additionally, the Hilton Bayfront hired several new members to the Hudson & Nash team, the property's new waterfront kitchen that opened in May.

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  • Chef Brian Lee joins the Hilton Bayfront as the property's new Executive Chef and Josh Peavy as Executive Sous Chef.
  • SAN DIEGO, Dec.13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront announced the appointment of six new members of the property's culinary team.
  • Hudson & Nash also welcomes Chef Alexander Huizar as Chef De Cuisine and Chef Lauro Martinez as Executive Sous Chef.
  • Hilton San Diego Bayfront is adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center and PETCO Park, located at One Park Boulevard, San Diego, 92101.

The Restaurant at JUSTIN Awarded MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star

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火曜日, 12月 6, 2022

PASO ROBLES, Calif., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is proud to announce that The Restaurant at JUSTIN has received a coveted MICHELIN Star – one of the culinary industry's highest recognitions – as a part of the 2022 MICHELIN® Guide California as well as a MICHELIN Green Star for its sustainability practices. The Restaurant at JUSTIN is one of four restaurants in the nation to receive both a MICHELIN Star and a MICHELIN Green Star. The Restaurant at JUSTIN is led by Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom and showcases the ultimate California food and wine experience with dishes created from the freshest local ingredients.

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  • The Restaurant at JUSTIN is one of four restaurants in the nation to receive both a MICHELIN Star and a MICHELIN Green Star.
  • The MICHELIN Green Star highlights restaurants at the forefront of the industry when it comes to their sustainability practices.
  • First revealed in 2020, the MICHELIN Green Star was introduced into several of the 2021 editions of the MICHELIN Guide.
  • Most recently, the Restaurant at JUSTIN ranked second for Best Winery Restaurant in USA Today's 10Best Reader's Choice Travel Awards 2022 and ranked first in California.

StateHouse Holdings Inc. to Offer Products from Sungrown Craft Cannabis Brands, Swami Select and Sonoma Hills Farm, at Harborside and Urbn Leaf Stores

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木曜日, 11月 10, 2022

SAN DIEGO and TORONTO, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- StateHouse Holdings Inc. ("StateHouse" or the "Company") (CSE: STHZ) (OTCQX: STHZF), a California-focused, vertically integrated cannabis enterprise, today announced that the sungrown craft cannabis brands, Swami Select and Sonoma Hills Farm, will be available beginning Nov. 10 and Nov. 21, respectively, at Harborside Oakland, Harborside San Jose and Urbn Leaf San Diego.

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  • "Sungrown is an integral part of California cannabis, so we are thrilled to support small-scale outdoor growers and bring California sungrown craft brands like Swami Select and Sonoma Hills Farm to Harborside and Urbn Leaf," said Ed Schmults, Chief Executive Officer of StateHouse.
  • Swami Select cannabis is grown outdoors in living soil and full sunlight, using only regenerative and responsible methods.
  • Sonoma Hills Farm collaborates with Michelin-starred chefs and leading geneticists to cultivate the highest expression of sungrown cannabis, hemp and vegetables.
  • Our intention at Sonoma Hills Farm is to bridge cannabis with Sonoma's rich agricultural legacy by introducing craft cannabis to the farm-to-table lifestyle.