Somewhere Nowhere Step into a garden oasis and enjoy an immersive experience at Somewhere Nowhere's Indoor Lounge. With floral arrangements, gentle neon lights, and other whimsical elements, this 5,000-square-foot space provides a sensory-enriched atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for an intimate gathering or a large event, this unique lounge offers it all! Learn more.
ASBURY PARK, N.J.: Sea.Hear.Now has announced its 2023 lineup. This year, festivalgoers can expect live performances from Foo Fighters, The Killers, Greta Van Fleet, Weezer, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Mt. Joy, Sheryl Crow, The Beach Boys, and more. The festival will return to North Beach Asbury Park and Bradley Park Sept. 16-17 with over 25 artists, three stages, a surf contest, and celebration of the arts.
NEW ORLEANS: Kimpton Hotel Fontenot has announced a 12,000-square-foot expansion into an adjacent historic building. The additional space will be transformed into flexible meeting, event, and wedding venue space that’s slated to open in March. Upon opening, planners can expect a blank-slate space that incorporates the building’s original brick walls and reclaimed timber. There will also be the 5,506-square-foot Canray Ballroom for up to 550 guests; the 554-square-foot Evangeline Ballroom, which boasts an outdoor terrace and space for up to 265; and the third-floor Lala room, spanning 1,017 square feet for up to 100.
NEW YORK: Toronto-based Indian chef and restaurateur Hemant Bhagwani has ventured into the U.S. with the opening of Goa New York in Manhattan’s Tribeca neighborhood on Feb. 11. The bi-level Indian restaurant features custom lighting and art installations, an open kitchen, and colorful wall projections. On the menu, diners can expect interactive takes on Indian cooking, including oysters and dishes from the robata grill. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant or via Resy.
ST. LOUIS: Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis has announced the completion of a fresh, contemporary redesign to all of its 200 guest rooms and suites. This year-long renovation was led by St. Louis-based R|5 Design Agency with the intent of creating the ultimate in-room relaxation environment while infusing the spirit of St. Louis. The design concept provides a strong sense of place, as it was inspired by the magnificent views of the Mississippi River, Eads Bridge, and (of course) the iconic Gateway Arch.
WASHINGTON, D.C.: The world's first immersive social video game company, Beat the Bomb, has opened its third location in Washington, D.C. Located in a 10,300-square-foot venue in the Hecht Warehouse, groups of four to six guests are invited to suit up in hazmat gear and advance through five high-tech game rooms to complete their mission of defeating the giant paint bomb. If the team fails, they are blasted with neon paint and can reattempt their mission or try out a different mission. The venue also offers private arcade bays, a 1,225-square-foot beer garden, as well as food and drink offerings.
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