Press Room

Headshot can be found HERE FORT MYERS, Fla. (August 23, 2021) – Luminary Hotel & Co. is pleased to announce the appointment of Samuel Kaufman as the executive sous chef for all food and beverage operations and outlets at the hotel, including The Silver King Ocean Brasserie, Ella Mae’s Diner, Beacon Social Drinkery and Oxbow […]

Headshot found HERE TAMPA, Fla. (July 29, 2021) – Residence Inn Tampa-Wesley Chapel has announced the appointment of Craig Barnett as general manager of the 128-room hotel, which is scheduled to open in December. As general manager of the highly anticipated hotel, Barnett will oversee the hiring of new staff and day-to-day operations, as well […]

TAMPA, Fla. (July 27, 2021) – The Epicurean Hotel is hosting the sixth annual Epic Chef Masters (Aug. 2, 9 & 16) to benefit Feeding Tampa Bay, the area’s largest food rescue and distribution organization. Modified and rebilled as the Epic Chef Masters, this year’s event will feature local executive chefs, rather than sous chefs […]

A global classics restaurant with a seasonal Southern flair completes “The Friendly Hotel” as it opens for lunch and dinner service. ATLANTA, GA (July 27, 2021)– Inspired by the building basement’s original occupant, Mrs. P’s Tea Room – a 1950s restaurant that emerged as Atlanta’s first openly LGTBQ-friendly bar nearly a decade later – Wylie […]

ATLANTA, GA (July 15, 2021) – Gather ‘round, a celebration of Southern food, drink, music and art is launching ticket sales this Friday, July 16 for its inaugural weekend in Midtown Atlanta, October 14 – 17th, 2021. Curated and produced by Southern Culinary & Creative, the four-day festival brings together the best of the region with 60+ […]

TAMPA, Fla. (June 28, 2021) – The Karol Hotel, the first Tribute Portfolio hotel in Pinellas County, Florida, announced today the appointment of Tyler Nelson as executive sous chef. In his new position, Chef Tyler will direct daily culinary operations at the hotel’s signature K Club Bar & Bistro and Vantage Rooftop Bar, while overseeing […]

A Rooftop Garden Bar and Sophisticated Office Lobby Lounge to Offer Unparalleled Amenities for Guests and Midtown Residents ATLANTA, GA (June 25, 2021) – Epicurean Atlanta, Midtown’s forthcoming food and beverage-focused hotel located within Selig Development’s mixed-use project 1105 West Peachtree, is pleased to reveal plans for its resort- style rooftop restaurant and bar, as […]

TAMPA, Fla. (May 19, 2021) – Mainsail Lodging & Development is proud to announce that four of its properties have been recognized in the Travelers’ Choice Awards by Tripadvisor. Mainsail’s 2021 award-winning properties include Epicurean Hotel, Mainsail Beach Inn, Fenway Hotel and Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina. This annual award program recognizes businesses that […]

Three New Classes Announced for Epicurean Theatre TAMPA, Fla. (May 10, 2021) – The Epicurean Hotel recently announced a partnership with Atlanta-based experiential agency Southern Culinary & Creative to assist in securing dynamic and innovative programming for the boutique hotel’s Epicurean Theatre. Outfitted with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, as well as two 70-inch screens for […]

FORT MYERS, Fla. (May 5, 2021) – Luminary Hotel & Co. is pleased to announce the promotion of Brent Gauthier to the position of Executive Chef for all food and beverage operations and outlets at the hotel, including The Silver King Ocean Brasserie, Ella Mae’s Diner, Beacon Social Drinkery and Oxbow Bar & Grill. Overseeing […]