Hip cafes make way to lobbies
As major hotels compete to create hip scenes in their lobbies, they're adjusting menus to deliver more and better food options for guests who like to hang out there.
"The energy they're seeking is that of a cocktail party," says Jody Pennette of CB5 Restaurant Group, a Greenwich, Conn.-based firm that designs restaurants for hotels.
A few months ago, Marriott, on a test basis, launched a new menu for guests hanging out in the lobby. Earlier in 2007, Wyndham Hotels began installing cafes in its lobbies for customers wishing to pick up snacks or light food items, such as sandwiches and salads. Royalton Hotel in New York, Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco and Omni Mandalay Hotel in Irving, Texas, also are embracing the trend.
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I enjoyed reading this site about Cafs that are trendy and catering to healthier choices of meals. This cocktail party type atmosphere sounds so fun! I would seek out places like this. I love the new trend to hang out in the hotels and bond with the locals and visitors. This makes traveling more interesting and you meet all walks of life. Speaking of all walks of life and travelers, check out the website http://www.roomforyourimagination.com to watch some really cool videos. I enjoyed all of them, especially the funny ones. They are a great way to spend a coffee break at work and get a laugh or two. I especially like the quirky one of the guy making labels in his room in Room 223. I work for Cambria Suites so I have an inside track. 2008-01-10 Rich |
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