#dining

#dining

Jason Wiles has recently been appointed as the Director of Dining and Event Experience at the historic Beacon Grand, overseeing dining outlets and catering operations.

The painting in question was gifted to the Inn's late founder Helmuth Deetjen by the late, celebrated local artist George Choley. This particular Choley painting had been in the same place since the 1980s, undisturbed, and a symbol of continued historic preservation.

Buffalo's recent resurgence is marked by a $230 million expansion of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and $180 million in waterfront development, showcasing a commitment to arts and infrastructure.

"We eat in the bar and have a glass of wine and a truffle pizza. We love that."

The Old Spot is not just a restaurant; it’s a lively gathering place where friends and family come together, especially on Mondays, to enjoy good food and company.

Sakesan, though not at all stuffy or fancy, still works if you want to iron something and run some product through your hair.

"Rather than a traditional theatre, we are creating a garden of earthly delights. Empyrean is a place of ecstasy, artistry and real interpersonal connection. When the curtain falls, the night has just begun."

Our food offering is bold, generous and rooted in closed-loop cooking and sustainability, with in-house butchery at the core. We want to honour the pub itself - a real public house steeped in history.

Dix Park is a sprawling urban park on the grounds of a former psychiatric hospital with a new installation of giant trolls by the Danish sculpture artist Thomas Dambo and an 18.5-acre adventure playground with multistory climbing towers, corkscrew slides and a sensory maze.

Next Level is a vegan burger spot that serves a variety of plant-based patties, including their own and popular options like Beyond Beef and Chik'n.

Whether you want to catch a cool concert or the Golden Globes, or just settle down to a decadent lasagna dinner, we are here for you. So let's get to it, shall we? (As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.) Meanwhile, if you'd like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free, just sign up at www.mercurynews.com/newsletters or w.eastbaytimes.com/newsletters.

From dining to nightlife to hugs with Mickey Mouse, there is so much that makes Walt Disney World Resort a destination beyond its highly coveted rides. Believe it or not, you can meet characters, enjoy fan-favorite foods, and even squeeze in some high-quality entertainment without even setting foot in any of the resort's four theme parks. Whether you're taking a day to relax by the pool or you have some free time before a flight, there are plenty of ways to experience a bit of Disney magic without paying admission.

Indeed, the iguana families permanently vacationing on the 14-acre property are just one of many refreshing reasons this palm-dotted resort stands out. The hotel is in the final stage of a transformational, multi-year, multi-million-dollar renovation (light sleepers rejoice, the heavy lifting is over), with updates including a lineup of brand-new restaurants, an upgraded pool with swim-up bar, and expanded recreational facilities.

Ranging from independently-owned eateries to Taiwanese favorites to chain staples, this premier retail destination keeps shoppers from North County and the nearby Inland Empire well-fed as they navigate the complex's Italian tile walkways, vaulted skylights and fountain ( no mall is complete without a fountain). Hungry? Sign up for The Eat Index, our weekly food newsletter, and find out where to eat and get the latest restaurant happenings in Orange County. Subscribe here.

From cool concerts and shows to delightful animation and apple tart deliciousness, there is a lot to do and eat this weekend. So let's get to it, shall we? (As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.) Meanwhile, if you'd like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free, just sign up at www.mercurynews.com/newsletters or w.eastbaytimes.com/newsletters .

Not too long ago, Mission Bay was mostly cranes and warehouses. But now, the neighborhood has a lot going on: Chase Center, Oracle Park, and UCSF, gorgeous bay views, the occasional rock climbing competition over open water-and most importantly-fantastic places to eat. Look no further for the area's best pizza places, swanky rooftop bars, and even some of the city's top croissants.

Describe your favorite fragrance: I HAVE FOUR. SEA AIR NIGHT BLOOMING JASMINE, FRESH CUT GRASS, AND MY WIFE, MICHELE 3. Choose an architect to design your dream house: a) Frank Lloyd Wright b) I. M. Pei c) Walter Gropius 4. Circle your preferred fruits: Banana Apple Pomegranate Pear Cherry d) Frank Gehry Pineapple Blueberry Grape e) Louis Sullivan Other: JAMES OTHER No Plum Nectarine CONTEST

"I'm really excited about the transformative nature of these vessels," Laura Hodges Bethge, the president of Celebrity Cruises, told T+L.