From comfortable luxury to an all-out blow-out, these New and Renovated spaces offer dining experiences like no other.
What attendee doesn’t get excited about a great F&B setup at a meeting? What about a meeting immersed in enjoying the latest innovation in F&B? Whether you’re hosting a small group for a luxury wine country excursion or planning a large night to remember, these New and Renovated spaces have you covered.
Gather in the Living Room
A renowned luxury retreat in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, The Allison Inn & Spa, unveils its first major refresh since its opening in 2009. With a focus on its reputation as “The Living Room of the Valley,” the renovation strategically implemented elements that amplify the property’s warmth, alongside refined modern touches to emphasize luxurious comfort.
Right upon arrival, guests will feel the transformation in the property’s social spaces. The spaces from the start have embraced a connection to the land, with rich woods, painted metals and natural stones. The redesign implements brighter elements, with soft neutrals, sage greens, burgundy and blush tones across new fabrics and fixtures to reflect native flora and fauna. Intimate seating vignettes encourage social connection for every visitor, whether gathering for an event across the 12,000 sq. ft. of function space or staying in one of the 85 guest rooms.
The crown jewel of the renovation, however, is the debut of a new tasting menu concept at JORY, the property’s award-winning restaurant, under the leadership of executive chef Jack Strong, a James Beard nominee. Now an exclusive dinner-only tasting menu experience, JORY offers guests the option to choose between four, five, or seven courses, all of which spotlight seasonal, local specialties. At the height of this transformation is the new Native Foods Experience, a curated nine course journey through the Indigenous culinary heritage of the Pacific Northwest and Americas with a contemporary twist, held in the restaurant’s exclusive private dining room known as the Chef’s Table.
Dine Among the Immersive and Inspired
A newly opened space combining restaurant with immersive entertainment in the heart of New York City, Planet Hollywood New York, transports guests into old Hollywood glamour with a futuristic technology twist.
Across two flexible floors, the venue spans 17,500 sq. ft. Each floor accommodating 3,750 guests standing or 175 guests for a seated dinner. A 360-degree high-definition video canopy showcases 8K resolution video surfaces. Planners can transform visuals to suit their event theme, adding logos, videos, branded content and dynamic imagery to immerse guests in a space like no other. It also offers personalized decorations and dedicated branding opportunities on digital displays.
The venue itself is a thriving example of innovation in customizable theming and immersion in a hand-picked ambience to suit the needs and goals of any gathering. More integrated AV technologies include state-of-the-art sound systems, strategically positioned ultra-high-definition 4K displays to optimize viewer immersion and on-site technician support. Planners can even incorporate live broadcasts and interactive presentation tools and customize the lighting. The outstanding ability to customize continues with the dining , with personalized menus and flexible beverage packages.
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Wine Country Elegance
A 92-acre working vineyard and resort in Sonoma County, Vintners Resort, will debut a transformative renovation in Summer 2025 and, alongside it, an exciting lineup of new culinary experiences. Its overall design and feel draws from European viticulture. The casual luxury feel is apparent with the 78 well-appointed rooms and suites and over 12,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, all updated and upgraded under the renovation, nestled around a picturesque vineyard setting, inviting every visitor to unwind.
The large resort lobby creates a welcoming atmosphere right from the start, from the living tree under a central skylight to the must-visit morning barista bar and evening wine lounge. The property also features an extravagant spa and wellness program rooted in locally sourced, organic products, and has added a stunning resort pool, now featuring cabanas, day beds, a hot tub, fire pit and full-service pool bar.
Executive Chef Sergio Howland leads an impressive new culinary experience, perfect for events that want to leave attendees with cherished memories. From an entirely refreshed farm to table menu to chef experiences that celebrate the lush flowers, lavish culinary gardens and flourish fig and olive orchards, and, of course, the sprawling vineyard of the 92-acre estate, visitors can expect to experience a new standard of excellence in food and wine. Some notable chef experiences include vineyard tours and picnics, culinary gardening and cooking classes, estate farmer’s markets and wine blending and tastings.
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