New Orleans Vacation with Dinner at August


Item Number: 157

Time Left: CLOSED

Online Close: Feb 28, 2009 4:00 PM EST

Bid History: 13 bids - Item Sold!






Description

Experience New Orleans with a two-night stay at the JW Marriott New Orleans and dinner for two at Chef John Besh's Restaurant August.


Discover the legendary JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans, a luxurious French Quarter hotel blending distinct class with old world charm. Centrally located on historic Canal Street, this newly renovated French Quarter hotel in New Orleans is only steps from acclaimed entertainment and renowned attractions, such as famed Bourbon Street, the Convention Center and Aquarium of the Americas. Guests delight in unparalleled accommodations, savvy service and an abundance of upscale amenities at this exclusive French Quarter landmark hotel. More than 19,000 square feet of modern meeting and event space are available inside this French Quarter hotel, while the exquisite Grand Ballroom, highlighted by crystal chandeliers and French doors, distinguishes this French Quarter New Orleans hotel near Bourbon Street as the ideal venue for inspired and memorable social and business events. Recapture the essence of the city and experience the luxury of intimate accommodations at the JW Marriott French Quarter Hotel in New Orleans.


August is Contemporary French, with a focus on local ingredients, inspired by Chef John Besh's classical training at the Culinary Institute of America, various apprenticeships in Europe and his own southern Louisiana roots. Besh was named one of Food & Wine's "Top 10 Chefs in America" in 1999, and Best Chef of the Southeast by the James Beard Foundation in 2006. Gourmet Magazine has included Restaurant August in both its "Guide to America's Best Restaurants" and its list of Top 50 Restaurants.

Special Instructions

JW Marriott: Valid for stays through February 19, 2010, and regrettably may not be extended beyond its expiration date, nor redeemed for cash or other hotel services.  Subject to availability and may not be used over any dates designated as Special Events including, but not limited to, Mardi Gras, JazzFest, Essence Festival, Bayou Classic, New Year's Eve, Sugar Bowl and other high occupancy times.  May not be transferred to another Marriott property.  Advance reservations required.


August: Tax and Gratuity NOT included.  Certificate value $200.

Donated by

JW Marriott New Orleans
Besh Restaurant Group