The Fairfax Hotel at Embassy Row

Beloved by visitors to the nation’s capital since 1927, The Fairfax Hotel at Embassy Row entertains in the gracious style of its neighboring mansions along Embassy Row. The enviable location offers views of the Washington Cathedral and historic Georgetown as well as convenient access to Connecticut Avenue shopping and the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

Groups returning from Washington events, museums, and monuments come home to guest rooms lavished in brocade draperies, antique reproduction furnishings, Frette Egyptian cotton linens, and a host of high-tech amenities.

Guests meeting on-site enjoy a stately first-floor area that combines a foyer, salon, and 2,600-square-foot Grand Ballroom with a capacity for up to 250 associates. Meeting planners can also choose from an array of other venues at The Fairfax, including a second-story balcony for up to 150 off the Churchill Room. There are no packages available at this time. There are no hot dates at this time. Posted May 14, 2009 by Elite News Team
Subscribe - RSS Feed WASHINGTON D.C. (December 11, 2008)�"The legendary Jockey Club, for decades considered the “place to be” in Washington, D.C. has returned �" and with it returns the elegant, classic fare and impeccable service that made The Jockey Club one of the most beloved dining destinations in our nation’s capital. After an extensive multi-million dollar restoration that embraces its rich history, The Fairfax at Embassy Row, home to The Jockey Club, has also reemerged as one of Washington D.C.’s preeminent luxury hotels.

During its four decade reign The Jockey Club hosted eight different Presidents and their First Ladies. Today The Jockey Club has reopened its doors to a new generation of Washington leaders and the world’s power brokers. Martin Garbisu, a leading personality in The Jockey Club’s original incarnation, is back as Maitre d’ to welcome guests to the return of a legend.

Authentic cuisine is a top priority at The Jockey Club. Chef Daniel Bruce of the Boston Harbor Hotel oversaw the recreation of The Jockey Club’s menu, reviving classic dishes enjoyed by decades of diners while elevating the cuisine to a new level of excellence. To facilitate the grand re-opening of The Jockey Club, Chef Bruce collaborated with Executive Chef Richard McCreadie, who now leads the culinary team at The Fairfax at Embassy Row, The Jockey Club and Fairfax Lounge. These two renowned and seasoned chefs worked closely together to re-open The Jockey Club and offer inspired dishes that pay homage to the restaurant’s storied history.

The menu reinterprets The Jockey Club’s traditional cuisine with modern presentation and innovative ingredients. The menu features classic dishes such as Sautéed Dover Sole Meuniére, Jockey Club Chicken Salad, Long Island Duck a l’Orange and Strawberries Romanoff. The new Jockey Club also features breakfast, brunch and lunch options perfect for business breakfasts and power lunches. Another new and improved feature of the revitalized Jockey Club is the wine list. With his passion for food and wine pairing, Chef Bruce has found an imaginative way to celebrate the international flavors of the neighborhood �" The Jockey Club wine list emphasizes the many countries represented along Embassy Row.

Internationally celebrated designer Nina Campbell directed the renovation and revival of The Jockey Club decor. In keeping with the Fairfax’s multimillion dollar restoration, the design plans for The Jockey Club incorporated signature elements that had historic value. The original bar, a gorgeous piece of carved walnut that was storied to have once decorated a church, was found and refinished. The art nouveau lighting fixtures also reflect the past. From each coffer hangs a gorgeous ceiling pendant crafted from onyx and amber, casting the room with a rich glow.

Through the seating structure, the room is segmented into smaller separate dining areas, which convey a sense of intimacy even when crowded, but still offer seats to see and be seen. The Jockey Club’s signature red and white tablecloths and red leather banquettes have returned. Campbell’s team understood that for The Jockey Club to be successful upon its grand reopening, it would require a stamp of approval from the Washington Insiders who remembered it well, and it would also need to appeal to a younger generation experiencing it for the first time.

About The Jockey Club:
A legendary restaurant in the nation’s capital, The Jockey Club completed an extensive restoration in 2008 and returned to the heightened standards of elegance and charm that defined it for forty years. A restaurant as famous for its people watching as its excellent cuisine, The Jockey Club has hosted eight Presidents and their First Ladies, Hollywood royalty, generations of Washington Insiders, and dignitaries and diplomats from the far reaches of the globe. The new Jockey Club’s classic menu, created by Chef Daniel Bruce of the Boston Harbor Hotel, has been reinterpreted with modern presentation, innovative ingredients, and an extensive wine list that celebrates the international flavors of its neighborhood along Embassy Row. The executive chef, Richard McCreadie, leads the culinary team in serving Jockey Club fare morning, noon and night. The Jockey Club is located in the historic Fairfax at Embassy Row hotel. For more information, visit The Jockey Club website at www.thejockeyclub-dc.com or call 202-835-2100.

About The Fairfax at Embassy Row:
With its ornate stone façade and stately columns marking the entrance to welcome travelers from all over the world, The Fairfax at Embassy Row is a landmark property in Washington, D.C. The interior of this distinctive property, however, celebrates an even richer history than the stately exterior. For more than seventy-five years, The Fairfax at Embassy Row has served as the home away from home for generations of leadership in the nation’s capital, including such dynasties as the Gore and Bush families. The hotel is also the home of Washington, D.C.’s most legendary restaurant, The Jockey Club. The property completed an extensive restoration in 2008, and the current design is one that marries modern elements with antique treasures from the hotel’s storied past. The Fairfax at Embassy Row is a member of the Luxury Collection by Starwood Hotels & Resorts. For additional information please visit http://www.luxurycollection.com/fairfax or call 202-293-2100.

About Pyramid Hotel Group: The Jockey Club and The Fairfax at Embassy Row are managed by Pyramid Hotel Group LLC, Boston, MA. Founded in 1999, Pyramid Hotel Group is a full-service hotel company that owns, manages and asset manages hotels and manages hotel construction/renovation projects. For more information about the company and its affiliates, visit the company’s website, http://www.pyramidhotelgroup.com. Posted May 14, 2009 by Abby G
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The Fairfax at Embassy Row Is Re-introduced Following Historic Restoration
Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Restored Property

WASHINGTON D.C. (November 18, 2008)-After an extensive multi-million dollar historic restoration that embraces its rich history, The Fairfax at Embassy Row was re-introduced to the public today, building on its 75 year legacy as the "place to be" for prominent people from every corner of the globe.

"We are proud to re-introduce this celebrated property to our guests and to this community. We invested in the future by bringing back the past, and did so with sensitivity to the history of the hotel." said Richard Kelleher, Chief Executive Officer of Pyramid Hotel Group, the company that manages The Fairfax at Embassy Row. "Our world's political leaders, along with Washington society and nostalgic weekenders, will find a home-away-from-home in our newly restored hotel. They will still enjoy the rich history of this location, while indulging in modern amenities."

With its brick exterior, elegant porte-cochere, ornate stone faade, and stately columns embellishing the front entrance, the Fairfax provides guests with a grand sense of arrival and epitomizes the federal style of architecture. It stands out within its distinguished neighborhood, yet at the same time, blends seamlessly with the embassies and elite, private residences that surround it. Located on Embassy Row, just two blocks from Dupont Circle, the hotel has convenient access to Connecticut Avenue shopping, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the many other attractions the nation's capital has to offer.

The Fairfax at Embassy Row is a member of the Luxury Collection by Starwood Hotels and Resorts. Its tastefully appointed, historic rooms are upholstered with fine fabrics and luxurious furniture. With views of Georgetown, these stately rooms boast the Luxury Collection bed dressed in crisp white duvets and linens adorned with rich gold embroidery, prominent draperies, flat panel televisions, a refreshing mini bar stocked with favorite drinks and snacks, and a spacious marble bathroom with deluxe amenities.

"The hotel is magnificent," said Klaus Peters, General Manager of The Fairfax at Embassy Row. "It presents a truly a luxurious experience meant to completely envelop a guest in its history. From the room to the location, everything is ideal. Service is impeccable, dining is creative and delectable, and the central location is undeniable. With the new renovations, you can see the blend of modern and historic that will continue to shape the legacy of this hotel in the decades to come."

"We are so pleased to once again open our doors as The Fairfax at Embassy Row," said Jim Dina, Principal and Chief Operating Officer of Pyramid Hotel Group. "As we embark on our renaissance, we want to thank our associates for their hard work and dedication. No hotel can operate without the strong support and steadfast dedication of great associates. We are grateful and committed to our employees - they truly embody the graciousness and elegance of The Fairfax at Embassy Row."

Throughout the 20th century, beyond establishing a reputation for elegant residential quarters, the Fairfax developed a reputation as the preferred locale for parties frequented by Washington insiders. The restoration also incorporates signature pieces of furniture that had played a role in the history of the hotel. A large round table with letters of the alphabet engraved along its perimeter can be found on most guest floors. These vintage tables served as the mail receptacles for the residents of the Fairfax in its early days.

As part of the hotel's restoration, the legendary Jockey Club restaurant and Fairfax Lounge will also re-open. Matre d' Martin Garbisu, a 14-year Jockey Club fixture, will return to greet guests. Garbisu is legendary for his innate and studied talent to anticipate who and what each day might bring to the Jockey Club's front entrance. Everyone who experiences the restaurant will once again be buoyed by the extraordinary service, always gracious and personalized. During its four decade reign as the place to be, the Jockey Club hosted eight different presidents and their first ladies. Tonight, The Jockey Club opens for dinner beginning at 5:00 p.m.

The hotel is managed by the Pyramid Hotel Group, based in Boston, MA.
About the Pyramid Hotel Group: Pyramid Hotel Group LLC, founded in 1999, is a full-service hotel company that owns, manages and asset manages hotels and manages hotel construction/renovation projects. For more information about the company and its affiliates, visit the company's website, [url]http://www.pyramidhotelgroup.com[/url].

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