The Dorchester Collection, a portfolio of the world’s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, has launched a variety of culinary offerings from new speciality cocktails in Milan and a series of wine evenings in London, to Wolfgang Puck master classes in Los Angeles.
For example London’s Dorchester Hotel has developed a series of informal wine evenings hosted by master sommelier Ronan Sayburn. These tastings provide guests with the opportunity to discover differing wine styles, whilst sharing anecdotes and tales from the wine industry. Rates start from just £39 per person including VAT.
In honour of its newly restored Polo Lounge, The Beverly Hills Hotel is reintroducing afternoon tea on Fridays and Saturdays, complete with a ‘tea expert’ to assist guests in choosing top international tea selections, as well as alcohol infused options.
In Paris, Le Meurice is launching a variety of new banqueting offers. These include a private wine tasting with head sommelier Estelle Touzet followed by a dinner in one of the banqueting rooms; a cocktail making class with bar manager William Oliveri; The Grand Siècle Dinner, which looks back at the past century with traditional French service and cuisine; and a Rossini Dinner combining Rossini’s music and recipes.
Recently renovated Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles, has introduced new mixology, wine, and culinary classes at Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air. With Puck’s expert team, guests can learn the art of making cocktails, tasting wine, and preparing meals with emphasis on California’s regional products. Master classes are offered for groups of six or more, with prices ranging from $55 to $125 depending on the class.
For details of all Dorchester Collection hotels visit www.dorchestercollection.com