French chef Robuchon opening a place in S.F.? Nov 6, 2009
Sources say the chef, who holds more Michelin stars than any other, is talking to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel (222 Sansome St.) about opening a restaurant ... Sources say the chef, who holds more Michelin stars than any other, is talking to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel (222 Sansome St.) about. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Matt Frei's diary Oct 23, 2009
The irony, of course, is that the announcement came in the same week that Mr Obama kicked off a round of Democratic Party fundraising with a $30,400-a-plate dinner (including partner) at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York. Presumably this kind of meal will now be off-limits for some company executives, unless they get special approval from the main speaker, that is. (BBC News -- Americas)
Common sense emerging on drug enforcement Oct 21, 2009
Mr. Obama will fly to New York on Tuesday for a lavish Democratic Party fund-raising dinner at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel for about 200 big donors. Each donor is paying the legal maximum of $30,400 and is allowed to take a date. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Foodies mourn loss of Gourmet magazine Oct 19, 2009
The event at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel overlooking Central Park was a benefit for "Action Against Hunger" and a book signing for several dozen chefs who contributed recipes to two new books by photographer Alan Batt, "Small Things Sweet" and "Small Things Savory.". Batt, who calls himself "Battman," also shoots the photographs for the annual New York City Firefighters Calendar. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Cruise along the Charles Oct 12, 2009
Other boldfacers at the ballpark included Celtics co-owner Steve Pagliuca - in a first, the Senate hopeful placed ads on the K cards - Olympic gold medal swimmer Jenny Thompson, nightlife nabob Patrick Lyons, Dropkick Murphy Ken Casey, Sox alum Dwight Evans, Suffolk Construction s John Fish, rocker Bill Janovitz, New Boston Fund s Jerry Rappaport Jr., Intercontinental Real Estate s Peter Palandjian, Mandarin Oriental developer Robin Brown, Entercom exec Julie Kahn and husband Dan Scully, former... (Boston Globe)
CityCenter in Las Vegas cuts condo prices 30 pct Oct 6, 2009
The price reductions apply to the 227 units at Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas, the 670 units at the Veer Towers and the nearly 1,500 condo units at the 57-story Vdara Condo Hotel. A typical one-bedroom unit of about 800 square feet at the Vdara is now selling for about $674,000, according to an analysis by Bill Lerner of Union Gaming Group. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Broadcom to Present at Upcoming Conferences Aug 26, 2009
Broadcom's presentation at the Jefferies 3rd Annual Technology Conference will occur at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time (6:30 a.m. Pacific Time) on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York, New York. Broadcom's presentation at the Deutsche Bank 2009 Technology Conference will occur at 9:45 a.m. Pacific Time (12:45 p.m. Eastern Time) on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, California. (PR Newswire)
Brady hangs with the boys Aug 12, 2009
This one, with Adam Sandler, was taken over the weekend in front of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Giannattasio said he got the shot by waiting outside of the hotel with his brother until Sandler returned to the Mandarin after having dinner at Abe & Louie s. Giannattasio s collection includes images of him posing with Mark Wahlberg, Eliza Dushku, Amy Smart, Rob Schneider, and Kevin James. (Boston Globe)
Best Businesses Jul 18, 2009
Aside from that, the project officially titled The Grand is expected to include a 48-story Mandarin Oriental Hotel ences, a 19-floor tower and a 250,000-square-foot retail pavilion. The kicker is the design from architect Frank Gehry, which will play off his swirling Walt Disney Concert Hall. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Deals hidden in Japan's alleys and on subways Jul 13, 2009
Among the best are the Park Hyatt (the "Lost in Translation" hotel), Mandarin Oriental, Peninsula, Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons and the brand-new Shangri-la, which opened in March next door to Tokyo Station. Even if you're not staying in a luxury hotel, you can enjoy deals that provide very good value considering the quality; the high-rise Park Hyatt has an elegant afternoon tea - actually, a de facto lunch - with sweeping views of Tokyo for 3,000 yen for two people, and the Imperial Hotel offers... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Last Minute Travel Deals For Fourth Of July Weekend Jun 26, 2009
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel offers rooms overlooking the Hudson- perfect for viewing the fireworks. Packages starting at $695 include breakfast daily and a late 6 pm check out. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Hilton Hotels in the Middle East Sign an Agreement with HMC to Relaunch the Premium Club Jun 24, 2009
A selection of clients includes InterContinental, Le Meridien, Starwood, Ritz, Shangri-La, Mandarin Oriental, Husa, Orbis, Raffles and Swissotel. HMC is a global company with offices in more than 50 countries including Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Poland, Portugal, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, UAE, Egypt, Venezuela, Brazil, Canada, United Kingdom and United States. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Running Hot and Cold (Part I) Jun 21, 2009
3 million-square-foot first phase of the Frank Gehry-designed development would include a 48-story Mandarin Oriental Hotel ences with 295 hotel rooms and 266 condominiums, a 19-story tower with 126 market-rate apartments and 98 affordable units, a 250,000-square-foot retail pavilion and a 16-acre Civic Park. The County Board of Supervisors approved schematic designs for the park, prepared by architects from Rios Clementi Hale Studios, last month. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Same-sex partners of federal workers receive some benefits -- but not health care... Jun 18, 2009
Federal Eye - Obama Extends Benefits To Same-Sex Partners. Obama Extends Benefits To Same-Sex Partners. (The Drudge Report)
Chicken nuggets grow on trees May 15, 2009
SVVGA is on the move these days, hosting their first-ever "Tour d'Concierge (sic)" on Tuesday with concierges from the Mandarin Oriental, Le Meridien, Mark Hopkins and Claremont hotels buzzed around the Valley by California Wine Tours. Guests visited Viansa, Gloria Ferrer, Charles Creek, and Nicholson Ranch. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
State of Independence Apr 2, 2009
At least on the surface, the answer is no. About half of the properties on the Cond Nast Traveler Gold List and half of those that earn the prestigious five-star rating from the Mobil Guide are part of chains now, albeit luxury and ultra-deluxe operators such as Four Seasons or Fairmont of Canada; Mandarin Oriental and Peninsula of Hong Kong; Aman Resorts of Singapore; and Taj of India ... The beachfront property opened as a Hilton hotel in 1964 and spent most of its recent history as a... (MSNBC -- Travel)
New Wonders of the World Mar 25, 2009
The capital's most recent revolutionary work, though, is just about to open and has already made headlines the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, behind the main structure, went up in flames in February. Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas's OMA firm has taken the soaring skyscraper form and turned it on its head and its side to create a twisting, blocky doughnut. (Concierge.com)
The Big Picture (5) Mar 22, 2009
The development will feature luxury amenities including a five-star Mandarin Oriental hotel, a high-end grocery store and health club. Related is also incorporating a 20% affordable housing element, and 30% of the construction jobs have been promised to local workers. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
No comments posted. Mar 8, 2009
3 million-square-foot first phase would include a 48-story Mandarin Oriental Hotel ences with 295 rooms and 266 condominiums, a 19-story tower with 126 market-rate apartments and 98 affordable units, a 250,000-square-foot retail pavilion and a 16-acre Civic Park. Construction on the approximately $83 million park is expected to begin within 12 months. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
China's state TV company apologizes for Beijing fire Feb 11, 2009
The blaze was put out early Tuesday after burning for more than five hours at the unfinished Mandarin Oriental hotel. Xinhua quoted Luo Yuan, a spokesman for the Beijing fire department, as saying that fireworks set off to celebrate the Lunar New Year were to blame for the fire that destroyed the nearly finished Mandarin Oriental hotel ... The fire-damaged Mandarin Oriental hotel building, left, and the new China Central Television headquarters building, right, are seen in Beijing, on Tuesday. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Fire rages at Beijing luxury hotel Feb 10, 2009
The Rem Koolhaas-designed Mandarin Oriental hotel, still under construction, caught fire some time before 9 p.m. (1300 GMT) as the skies above the Chinese capital were filled with fireworks part of celebrations of the lantern festival that follows the Lunar New Year ... The Mandarin Oriental was expected to be one of Beijing's most luxurious hotels, with 241 guest rooms. (Globe and Mail)
Kahala hotel GM, head concierge out Feb 8, 2009
Opened in 1964 by Conrad Hilton, the Kahala remained a Hilton until 1995 when it became a Mandarin Oriental. Trinity, owned by California hotelier Chuck Sweeney and attorney Jon Miho of Honolulu, launched a $20 million renovation of the 312-room hotel, which is managed by. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Bioentrepreneur Feb 8, 2009
March 25 - March 27, Mandarin Oriental, Miami. Extra navigation. (Nature News Service)
