Sunday, October 21, 2012

Great Spaces In and Around the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport


While the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport boasts the most convenient hotel accommodations for meetings and events, the property is also surrounded by several intriguing off-site venues that are convenient options for those that want a little diversity in their agenda.

One of the hotel’s new favorite recommendations is the science museum CuriOdyssey, which is located only five minutes from the hotel in the natural setting of Coyote Point Recreation Area.

CuriOdyssey features stunning views of the San Francisco Bay as well as the city of San Francisco and is an ideal option for any event, including: weddings, company retreats, off-site meetings, cocktail receptions, b'nai mitzvah, family parties, special occasions and fundraising events.

The museum’s Redwood Hall is largely composed of rich, repurposed wood and the room features a unique, multi-tiered space that allows groups to occupy part of or the entire facility.  For evening events, guests have access to the beautiful gardens and CuriOdyssey’s main building, which houses a variety of fascinating interactive exhibits.

And…here’s one little tip:  with prior arrangement with the museum’s Wildlife Department, groups may opt to include an up close encounter with one of the many animal ambassadors.

CuriOdyssey’s capacity for the Redwood Hall is 350 for a cocktail reception and 300 for a seated function.  Available in the evening only, the entire museum can accommodate 500 for cocktails and 300 for a seated event.  For more information, visit http://www.curiodyssey.org/visit/private-events.

Coming up, we will feature some of our other favorite off-site venues, including:

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

“YAPPY HOURS” AT HYATT REGENCY SFO




 Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport is barking about its on-going partnership with Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) Brunch by hosting a series of “Yappy Hours” and a specially-designated Sunday Brunch.  All of these events are designed to help educate the public about what CCI  is doing to assist people with disabilities as well as to raise funds for future companion placements.

Hosted by the hotel’s own resident Canine Companion puppy-in-training, “Oahu,” the series of “Yappy Hours” will feature doggie treats for our four-legged guests and fun social interaction   for human companions, ” as well as interaction with experts on such pet-related topics as raising a puppy for CCI.  The pet-friendly get togethers will be hosted at the hotel’s Poolside Pavilion and are scheduled for 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 23; Tuesday, October 31; and Tuesday, November 6.

As the grand finale to this series of educational celebrations, the hotel will host the special occasion Canine Companions for Independence Brunch, which is an extension of the features that guests already enjoy for the Bay Area’s most popular brunch buffet.  With a portion of the proceeds designated for CCI’s Veteran’s Initiative, the special jazz brunch is scheduled on Veteran’s Day, Sunday, November 11, 2012 and will feature a variety of seasonal favorites, including:
  • Seafood display with spiced peel and eat shrimp, New Zealand green lip mussels and oysters; hand rolled Maki sushi and house cured gravlox
  • Creative summer salads, including heirloom tomato and watermelon salad; artichoke, grilled peppers and roasted mushroom salad; and new potato salad with crispy prosciutto
  • A large variety of meat and fish stations as well as specialty entrĂ©e options such garlic rubbed slow roasted prime rib of beef; smoked paprika crusted pork loin; Bing cherry chipotle BBQ; ancho braised beef short ribs; grilled salmon with red onion marmalade and tropical fruit salsa; lemon-rosemary chicken with fire roasted peppers and tomatoes; and molasses glazed pork spare ribs on creamy cheese grits
  • Made-to-order omelets, blueberry pancakes and Eggs Benedict
  • Belgian-style waffles and cheese blintzes with warm maple syrup
  • Dessert station filled with a selection of cakes, pies, tarts, bread pudding, strawberry shortcake and seasonal fruits
Reservations for the Canine Companions for Independence Brunch are offered from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.  The price is $46.00 for adults (13+) and $23.00 for children (5-12).  Children four and under are always complimentary.  For reservations and information, please call (650) 347-1234 or visit http://sanfranciscoairport.hyatt.com.