The Resort at The Mountain near Mt. Hood, is celebrating Wine Month in May with special promotions and packages for wine enthusiasts to enjoy.

In May, wine goes with everything at The Resort at The Mountain.  “Gov. John Kitzhaber has signed a proclamation designating May 2012 as Oregon Wine Month, and we’re happy to do our part to celebrate,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort at The Mountain.  “From overnight wine tasting adventures to golf and vino-therapy at The Spa, every guest will revel in wine.”

The Resort’s hotel packages include:
·         Oregon Wines and So Much More! – This two-night package for four people includes two guest rooms tucked amidst a forested landscape, a locally-inspired prix fixe dinner (two shared appetizers, one entrée and specially-paired glass of Oregon wine per person) at Altitude, a Sea to Summit Oregon Wine Tour, full breakfast both mornings, plus four 50-minute treatments at The Spa.  Rates from $1429.

·         Wine Tour (and Tasting) for Four – What better way to enjoy Oregon Wine Month than to tour and taste with friends at Oregon wineries? This package includes two guest rooms plus a Sea to Summit Oregon Wine Tour for four adults.  Rates from $469.

·         Oregon Wine Month Celebration – This package includes a prix fixe dinner (shared appetizer, one entrée and specially-paired glass of Oregon wine per person) at Altitude, two 50-minute spa treatments, full breakfast and a guest room.  Rates from $429.

The Resort’s spa specials include:
·         Vino Massage Therapy 50 Minutes – Anti-aging properties of grape-seed oil, Shea butter and white wine blended into Sacred Earth massage lotion. This treatment provides powerful anti-oxidant protection for the entire surface of the body and at the same time penetrates to strengthen and repair connective tissue. A 50-minute treatment for $79 (regularly $100).

·         Champagne Pedicure – Feet are soaked in champagne oil and then exfoliated with a grape peel scrub. Champagne oil is high in antioxidants and helps activate the grape peel scrub, which makes the skin radiate and glow. A 50-minute treatment for $35 (regularly $69).

·         Cabernet Body Scrub – Sea salt, honey, grape seed oil and grape seeds create an invigorating treatment that exfoliates and moisturizes the body. A 50-minute treatment for $79 (regularly $98).

The Resort’s golf promotions include:
·         Nine and Wine – Taking place Friday, May 11 and Friday, May 25, golfers will enjoy nine holes of golf with Oregon wines and delectable appetizers placed on stations for the very best in hole-to-hole sipping and noshing. $39 per golfer, 4:30 p.m. shotgun start, reservations suggested by calling 503-622-3151.

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, visit http://www.TheResort.com.

It’s time to celebrate! For just 30 days, devour the finest Hama Hama and Hood Canal oysters while enjoying 30% OFF all room rates at Alderbrook Resort & Spa! Here are a few activities included in this limited time offer:

• - Join Alderbrook in the Lounge to tantalize your palate with their traditional Happy Hour menu plus Oyster specials! View the menu HERE.
• - View sea life at night with the help of “People for Puget Sound” naturalists as they shine lights into the water right off of Alderbrook’s dock.
• - During Oyster Hour on Friday nights, Executive Chef Lucas Sautter wil be shucking and preparing oysters. Come see him in action!

• - There is plenty of fun for the whole family! Take a refreshing dip in Alderbrook’s pool while enjoying beautiful views of the Hood Canal.
• - If you enjoy hiking, this area has miles of forest trails lined by old Cedars and towering Evergreens. Click HERE for a trail map!
• - Experience Alderbrook’s unique Game Room which creates an exhilarating, yet family-friendly environment all in the comfort of their special hideaway.

This limited time offer includes much more… Click HERE to see what other activities and amenities are available!

From the formal elegance of traditional Japanese bento dining to colorful and delectable serviced buffet delights, let Chef Naoko amaze your guests with her special creations for your special event. The chef’s love affair with the Pacific Northwest ingredients and her more than 20 years experience in organic cooking combines to provide a distinguished cuisine unique to chef Naoko.

Drop by the restaurant on SW Jefferson Street to try the food, or make an appointment with Naoko to discuss your event in detail. She would be delighted to create a special menu and catering style to suit your vision and budget. Or check out Chef Naoko’s catering menu for your selections or to use for ideas.

Honored to have been chosen: At the end of last year, local band Pink Martini released their  latest album – 1969 – with Japanese singer Saori Yuki.  It was an immediate smash hit reaching number one in the US and many other countries.  To celebrate the success, Saori Yuki was invited to Portland to sing with Pink Martini at their concert at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall.  Saori Yuki is widely considered to be Japan’s Barbra Streisand and a special pre-concert reception was arranged for her, hosted at the residence of the Japanese Consul General, and Chef Naoko Catering was selected to cater the event.  Naoko was so honored to be chosen to cater for such a high profile event, and to be involved in preparations for the Pink Martini concert, which she also attended.  It was fantastic!

Chef Naoko and honored guests with Japanese singer Saori Yuki

Roses are red, ribbon is satin, what better way to spend Valentine’s Day than at The Resort at The Mountain?

There are many ways to rekindle the romance at The Resort this month. Here are a few favorites:

At The Spa
·         Rose Petal & Lavender Pedicure for $30 (regularly $69)

·         Dark Chocolate Raspberry Couples Massage for $140 (regularly $236)

Couples Massage

At Altitude restaurant
·         A Valentine’s Day a la carte menu featuring mouth-watering selections such as oysters mignonette, sturgeon and a winter tart. End the evening with strawberries and champagne for two.

Dining at Altitude Restaurant

Spend the night
·         A Valentine’s Two Remember package includes an overnight in a fireside studio, 50-minute Shared Serenity couples massage at The Spa, $100 dining credit for Altitude, bottle of champagne and petal turndown service, starting at $399.

Resort at The Mountain Fireside Studio

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, visit www.TheResort.com

Only a few more days until the Willamette Valley Event Showcase at the Salem Conference Center! This will be a culmination of hard work from a fantastic group of people and vendors and we simply can’t wait to see it all come together. This is such a fantastic opportunity for event planners and vendors of the Willamette Valley to meet face to face and do business with each other. For event planners, this show is free, allowing them to preview the services of vendors from all different categories. Caterers? Check. Transportation? Yup. Live entertainment? Oh yeah. Every little detail that goes into throwing an amazing event will be there at your disposal.

Bravo! Publications and the Willamette Valley Showcase was recently featured in the Salem Business Journal and we’re glowing with pride. One of our main efforts is to help stimulate the economy of the Willamette Valley and inspire event planners to throw fantastic events for companies which could in turn, motivate employees. We also want to highlight the amazing companies that are so integral in event planning.

If you’re interested in this event and would like to register for free, you still can up until noon today (October 4th) or on-site at the Salem Conference Center on Thursday October 6th starting at 11 a.m. When you register you will also be able to snag one of our new 2012 Bravo! Event Resource Guide for free.

Come hungry and ready to meet great vendors and other event planners in the area! Below is more information on the event, where to register and some of the vendors that will be there.

Register here

Complete information here

Vendors:

Adam’s Rib

Bentley’s Grill

Flight Deck Restaurant

Roth’s Catering

Wild Pear Catering & Restaurant

Wooden Nickel Catering

Courtell Talent Agency

Destination Events

Will Rogers Live

A to Z Party Rental

Danner & Soli

Eric John Photography

Olson Florists

Special Occasions Parties & Events

West Coast Drape & Blush Furniture

Grand Cru Wine Tours

Konect Aviation (on display outside)

The Trolley (on display outside)

Beckenridge Vineyards

Columbia Cliff Villas

Corvallis Country Club

Evergreen Aviation Museum

Flight Deck Restaurant

Grand Hotel Salem

Independence Civic Center

Kahneeta Resort & Casino

Keizer Renaissance Inn

McMenamins Pubs & Breweries

Mission Mill Museum (Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill)

Salem Conference Center

Patrick Lamb has been part of the Portland music scene for decades, blending his own style of old school funk, jazz, R&B and soul. If you consider yourself a lover of jazz, or simply a live music enthusiast, you can catch Lamb performing at Jimmy Mak’s at 8 p.m. on Saturday October.

Born in Jackson, Mississippi, Lamb experienced first-hand the power of jazz and quickly learned the craft, developing a solid career before his late teens. Combining influences from the Pacific Northwest and the deep south, Lamb’s career was set for success when he was invited by Grammy winner Diane Schuur to go on tour.  He’s been the recipient of multiple awards including three Muddy awards and best soloist performance at the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, among others. Lamb was also invited to perform at the White House in 1996 and in 1997.

Lamb has also had a successful solo career, releasing five albums and making the award winning “Let The Good Times Roll, A Tribute To Ray Charles.” His last studio album, “Soul of a Free Man” was released in 2007 and features collaborative efforts from singer-songwriter Lee Garrett whose work includes such hits as “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” and “Isn’t She Lovely.”

Inside Jimmy Mak's

Jimmy Mak’s, which has been touted as one of the best places to see live jazz, will be the perfect spot to see Lamb perform. Located in the Pearl District in downtown Portland, Jimmy Mak’s is nationally recognized for being a premiere jazz venue so grab a cocktail and a dance partner and check out Patrick Lamb on October 22. For more information on this event, tickets and Patrick Lamb, please see below.

Patrick Lamb at Jimmy Mak’s (221 NW 10th Ave) at 8 p.m.

Tickets: $15 reserved $12 GA available at: www.ticketsoregon.com

http://www.patricklamb.com/

It’s no secret that Portland is a major hub for marketing, advertising and social media campaigns. Just like the city, the “ad world” is constantly diversifying itself to fit more specific and tailored clients. With the advent of technology, businesses are turning to agencies both big and small to help them with their marketing needs. One such agency is Scene Marketing Group, which was recently featured in an article on OregonLive.com about their success working for the Jupiter Hotel on Burnside Street. By using witty and creative dialogue, Scene Marketing Group was able to create a mascot with a personality. Hard to believe considering that the mascot is a mannequin. If you’ve ever visited the Jupiter Hotel or enjoyed a libation at the adjoining Doug Fir Lounge, then you may have seen Lily the mannequin sitting in the lobby. Not only did Scene Marketing Group help make Lily the sassy and clever icon that both Facebook and Twitter fans have come to recognize but they have incorporated promoting the hotel though ticket giveaways and discount promo codes.

Lily the mannequin lounges in one of the rooms at Jupiter Hotel.

Due to the Scene Marketing Group’s efforts, the Jupiter Hotel has seen tangible results- either increased brand recognition or more sales of hotel rooms. Scene Marketing Group was able to accomplish this through creativity and not just flash and consumers responded positively because they were able to connect to something that had personality, even if Lily can’t actually talk.  This is just a small example of Scene Marketing Group’s success. Since their beginning in 2006, they have become both locally and nationally recognized and worked with a variety of clients, striving to bring personalized care and attention to everyone they work with. As a partner, Bravo! Publications is lucky enough to be involved with a smart and successful group of individuals. If you have a small business and are looking to hire some social media and marketing help, Scene Marketing Group might be the perfect fit for you if you’re looking for more than just the “one-size-fits-all” attitude of larger agencies. Their expertise and size makes them perfect for one-on-one consultation and their passion for imaginative techniques truly make them one of a kind.

Located in the heart of Salem next door to the Salem Conference Center is the Grand Hotel Salem. They have over 193 guest rooms available. The Board Room offers 1200 sq. ft. available for up to 75 people theater style.  The hotel also has the Marion room available after 12pm everyday for up to 75 people. The adjoining Salem Conference Center offers 29,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. They have 143 Deluxe rooms available with separate living and sleeping areas.  The offer 10 Grand Suites, some with fireplaces and jacuzzis. There are also smaller suites available. Contact the hotel at 877.540.8700 to make your reservations or plan your next event.

Bentley’s Grill is the exclusive caterer for the hotel and also has private dining space for up to 80 people. They offer plated dinners, buffets or food for breaks.

The sun is finally out and the days are longer. Looking for something to do outside? Check out Portland Spirit River Cruises. They offer cruises on the Willamette River and the Columbia River departing from downtown Portland and you can do a lunch, dinner or brunch cruise with fresh Northwest cuisine. You can also step aboard the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler from Cascade Locks.

 Friday evenings are the perfect time to cruise on the river and listen to sounds from kink.fm. They have a summer concert series beginning in July. Check out the website for more information and to sign-up.

They have several different boats available for private events and weddings. You can see the options on the website or schedule a tour!

What a great way to spend a sunny day or evening.

Mary Lou’s second oldest son just graduated from high school this past week. They wanted to have a small gathering with family and close friends and not have to worry about planning the celebration.  With a simple phone call to Busy Bee Catering the menu was planned. They opted for a brunch theme and were treated to cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins, egg dishes and much more.

 Busy Bee Catering is located in Welches, Oregon and will deliver to your venue or you can pick up from their location. They have a large selection of appetizers, entrees, salads, vegetarian dishes and desserts. They also have barbeque!  Cafe Aria located in the Rendevous Plaza in Welches Oregon also stocks their pastries. They can be reached at busybeecatering@hotmail.com or 503.622.6743.