Nationwide, there has been an increase over the past few years in the number of functions catered at non-kosher hotels, presenting both opportunity and great challenges to F&B teams. Whether properties invest in a separate, dedicated kosher kitchen or utilize a trusted outside caterer, the primary ingredient to producing a successful kosher event is a painstaking attention to detail. The F&B team at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel was recently presented with an opportunity to showcase their ability to accommodate full kosher, multi-day meetings, and they not only rose to occasion, but exceeded client expectations.

In November, The Jewish Federations of North America gathered at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel for their annual General Assembly, with more than 4,000 federation members in attendance. Under the direction of Executive Chef Scott Skomal with assistance from Jon Greenseid, President of JG Kosher Consulting Group in Coral Springs, Fla. and supervised by Rabbi Berel Simpser, the banquet kitchen was kashered in order to prepare and serve food during the conference. (The Sheraton Denver Downtown hotel is currently exploring the addition of a dedicated kosher kitchen.)

Skomal’s and Greenseid’s teams made it a priority to pay special attention to every detail, working tirelessly for months leading up to the event in order to ensure the caliber and integrity of the kosher food. “As the demand for full kosher meetings, conventions and special events continues to grow, so does the need to ensure the food being produced meets Jewish dietary regulations,” said Skomal. “Our goal is to become a known kosher go-to in the metro Denver area, and it’s important for us to remain vigilant in providing clients with a truly uncompromised quality kosher event each and every time that exceeds the needs of our Jewish guests,” he continued.

According to Greenseid, Skomal and his team are on track to achieving that goal in a relatively short period of time: “I worked with Chef Scott for over six months to prepare for this event, and he is without a doubt a true professional, always able to respond to my requests, answer my questions, and take care of whatever came up. Kosher catering was relatively new to him and he took this as a challenge and rose to the occasion. Never once did he question or debate any of the Rabbi’s requests. Scott and his team deserve every compliment we received about the food – and we received many.”

Adding to Greenseid’s recommendation is a happy client with her own glowing feedback.  “This is my third General Assembly and without a doubt, the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel is the best hotel I have worked with thus far,” said Susan Sherr-Seitz, Associate Vice President, The Jewish Federations of North America. “I would recommend them for any group, especially a Jewish group with kosher requirements. The team did an amazing job of making everything happen, responding to changes at the spur of the moment, and made it all look flawless and planned.  We received great feedback on the level of service at the hotel from our participants.”

Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper and officials with the Metro Denver Sports Commission and the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association announced the “Denver Big Air presented by Sprint” event today at a press conference at Civic Center Park.

“Imagine in real space seeing athletes flying hundreds of feet into the air right outside Civic Center, and having the city and county building in the background,” Hickenlooper said. “We will have an opportunity to make history with a truly international spectacle.”

The LG FIS World Cup Snowboard Big Air will make its first stop in the United States. In the past, the event has been held in Moscow, Barcelona, Quebec, Seoul and London.

The ramp for the event will be 101 feet high, 300 feet long and 80 feet wide and will face toward the City and County Building.

The event will be held Jan. 25-26 and is scheduled to precede Snow Show, the SnowSports Industries America’s annual exhibition, as well as ESPN’s annual X Games in Aspen, both of which are scheduled Jan. 27-30.

The competition is expected to attract 20,000 spectators. A free viewing area will be set up in Civic Center Park, where liquor will also be sold. Paid viewing will occur along Bannock Street and in the plaza of the City and County Building.

“The tricks that are going to happen are going to be out of this world, mind blowing,” said Bobby Brown, an X Games gold champion, and native of Denver who plans to participate in the January competition.

Negotiations are underway to bring Shaun White, the Olympic gold medalist in snowboarding, to the event, organizers said.

Read Full Article at Denver Post.com

The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel is located a block away from Civic Center Park and the “Big Air” competition. For great hotel rates for the “Big Air” competition, please visit us at www.sheratondenverdowntown.com.

Opening September 22 in Denver, this multimedia extravaganza is a show unlike any

The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel is pleased to announce special rates for fans attending Cavalia. The Sheraton Denver Downtown is located on the 16th St. Mall in downtown Denver and only one mile away from the Pepsi Center. Click Here to book your special Cavalia rates.

Typically drawing over 500,000 visitors a year, A Taste of Colorado includes over 50 booths operated by local food establishments. The event also features seven music stages, arts and crafts vendors, kids’ activities and carnival rides, and interactive exhibits. This year Bret Michaels and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy are two of the main headlining acts.

Civic Center Park Is located adjacent to the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. Come in and enjoy a great Labor Day experience at the 2010 Taste of Colorado and stay the night on the famous 16^th St. Mall at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

The Summer Brew Fest in Denver offers VIP tickets which includes first taste of great brews with this exclusive, limited admittance VIP hour with Haystack cheese sampling and beer pairing. Event goers also have the option to purchase general admission tickets which includes unlimited tastings of some of the best brews available and a souvenir glass.

Looking for a great place to stay for the Denver Summer Brew Fest or other downtown Denver events, come to the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

Cherry Creek Arts Festival gives patrons the free, rare and special opportunity to meet and talk with international visual artists, sample fine cuisine, visit special exhibits and artist demonstrations, and entertain their families with interactive ‘Artivities’ and exciting performing arts. Cherry Creek Arts Festival is proud to be considered Colorado’s signature cultural event and to be a nationally top-ranked and award-winning art show annually – both in the visual artist and special event/festival industries.

The Sheraton Denver is a great place to stay when looking for Cherry Creek Hotels.  The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel puts you in the center of the action. Located in Downtown Denver, on the 16th St. Mall, the Sheraton is only a few minutes away from Cherry Creek, Coors Field, and the Pepsi Center.

Festival Hours:
Friday, July 2    7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.   Free Artist Preview Event: Clayton St. ONLY
Saturday, July 3    10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 4    10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday, July 5    10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

VIP Access includes:

• Two VIP tickets to the King Tut exhibition at the Denver Art Museum
• Bypass lines for immediate entry to the exhibition - The only way the public may skip the lines and head straight for the VIP entrance
• Premium access – View the exhibition any time during exhibition hours, even when the exhibition is sold out

View all of Sheraton Denver Downtown’s King Tut Packages!

The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel is located less than a mile away from Skyline Park. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of the Sheraton’s 16^th St. Mall location while visiting downtown Denver for the Summer Outdoor Movie series.   

 2010 Summer Movie Schedule:

 June 26:
Cats & Dogs, rated PG

 July 3:
Field of Dreams, rated PG

 July 17 :
Kung Fu Panda, rated PG

 July 31:
Madagascar, rated PG

 August 14:
Hook, rated PG

 August 21:
The Wizard of Oz, rated G

The Denver Auto Show will take place at the Colorado Convention Center. The Colorado Convention Center is less than a mile walk from the newly renovated Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. The Sheraton Denver offers great accommodations and rates for people visiting Denver for the 2010 Auto Show.

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