NATIONAL: Hard Rock International has announced the appointment of Colleen Brzozowski as regional director global sales - Midwest. In her new role, Brzozowski will be responsible for building awareness for the iconic Hard Rock brand, developing relationships with key meeting and incentive clients and agencies in her region, and ultimately driving business to the brand's global portfolio. She most recently served as as director of venue sales for Sodexo Live!
KEY WEST, FLA.: This fall, Casa Marina, Curio Collection by Hilton will unveil a major property renovation. Meeting attendees can expect vibrant guest rooms, an airy lobby lined with windows framing the beach, an additional 5,000-square-foot oceanfront event lawn space, enhanced F&B offerings (including the closest rooftop bar to the ocean in Key West), and a full restoration of Casa Marina's piers—to be utilized for water sports.
LAS VEGAS: ARIA Resort & Casino is bringing Château de Beaucastel to host a one-night-only wine pairing dinner in collaboration with chef Michael Mina at his French restaurant, Bardot Brasserie, on April 5 at 7 p.m. Alan Gary and Charles Butler of wine importer Vineyard Brands will guide guests through the wine tasting as chef Mina complements the wines with his multi-course menu. Tickets are $450 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
NASHVILLE: Hand Cut Chophouse—an upscale restaurant, bar, and music venue located within Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown—is set to open April 12. This upscale, lobby-level restaurant marks the completion of the full-service all-suite hotel, which opened its doors in June 2022. From Riot Hospitality, the restaurant will offer a menu of chops, burgers, and unique cocktails. And upon opening, Hand Cut Chophouse will serve lunch and dinner in a 5,500-square-foot space that has a large outdoor patio and world-class amenities suited to private events.
NEW YORK: CityPickle and Wollman Park Partners announced that Pickleball is coming to Wollman Rink in Central Park, from April 7-Oct. 9. Pickleball, which combines elements of tennis, badminton, and pingpong, is a sport that can be played by people of nearly all ages and abilities. The installation will include 14 courts open from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. Court rental costs $80 or $120 per hour for off-peak or peak hours, respectively. CityPickle also has paddles available for rent at $6 per paddle. Players can begin making reservations on March 31.