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H O T E L H A P P E N I N G S B M & T ••• March/April 2016 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 8 T he renowned Hyatt Carmel Highlands, which overlooks the Big Sur Coast and features 48 luxuriously appointed guestrooms, prepares for its centennial anniversary with one of the most exciting transformations in its history. The hotel's award-winning restaurant, Pacific's Edge, along with the guestrooms, bar and lobby area will undergo a series of upscale enhancements inspired by the property's refined charm and classic seaside setting. Renovations, which in January, feature upgrades to Pacific's Edge, including refreshed décor and a new 40-seat, 1,200-sq. ft. outdoor patio. The heated open-air space will allow patrons to enjoy al fresco dining and dramatic ocean vistas year round. Once the refurbishments are complete, Pacific's Edge will merge with the hotel's casual bistro, California Market, to become one restaurant. Chef Minton and executive sous chef Alvaro Dalmau are devising a new menu that will offer the most popular items from both restaurants. The 50-page wine list at Pacific's Edge will also be updated with more emphasis on the many excellent vintages from Monterey County. The new venue is scheduled to open during the second quarter of 2016. "We are thrilled to offer our patrons these improvements," said Mel Bettcher, managing director of the Hyatt Carmel Highlands. "This luxurious refresh will offer some new design elements, while maintaining the unique and authentic feel that has made visiting this property such a memorable experience for so many during the last century." In addition to the restaurant, guests will enjoy new furnish- ings, décor, color schemes, heating and air conditioning in the hotel's 48 rooms inclusive of its 10 suites. The guestrooms' refreshed look will draw upon the hotel's upscale coastal ambiance. The existing bar, Sunset Lounge, will be reconfigured to showcase the views of the Pacific coastline. New furnishings and living room style components will be added to the hotel's lobby area, which will be outfitted to accommodate private par- ties of more than 100 guests. During the restaurant upgrades, the hotel's casual bistro California Market will offer a lively new menu along with brunch seven days per week. In addition, it will offer creative dinner selections from Pacific's Edge. Highlights of the new California Market menu include Chicken Sofrito Empanadas, Local Daily Catch Ceviche, Baja Fish Tacos, Ahi Quinoa Salad, Confit Chicken Torta and Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Braised Short Ribs. For updates and a sneak peek of the exciting new menu, visit the hotel website, call (831) 620-1234, follow them on Facebook or sign up for the monthly e-newsletter on the website. Hyatt Carmel Highlands is located at 120 Highlands Drive, Carmel, California, USA, 93923. ABOUT HYATT CARMEL HIGHLANDS Perched on the hillside of the Carmel Highlands with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Hyatt Carmel Highlands combines true Carmel luxury with an approachable and sophisticated spirit. A haven for artists and discerning trav- elers since its opening in 1917, Hyatt Carmel Highlands fea- tures 48 luxurious guestrooms, including 10 suites, 33 Ocean View rooms and 5 Garden View rooms. In addition, Hyatt Carmel Highlands offers spectacular dining at the award-win- ning Pacific's Edge restaurant and California Market, 4,800 square feet of meeting space, in-room spa services, heated out- door swimming pool, three spa tubs and a StayFit fitness facili- ty. Situated only four miles from downtown Carmel, Hyatt Carmel Highlands' idyllic setting and personalized service has attracted families, weddings, honeymooners and privileged travelers for nearly a century. HYATT CARMEL HIGHLANDS CELEBRATES 100 YEARS WITH CENTENNIAL FACELIFT ENHANCEMENTS TO INCLUDE RENOVATIONS TO PACIFIC'S EDGE RESTAURANT AND HOTEL GUESTROOMS