With a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by the local chamber of commerce members and friends, Island Hotel Newport Beach recently launched its new Market Place. It will provide an easy and healthy alternative from the local grocery store or quick service restaurants for the locals and neighbors. A demand for affordably priced snacks and small meals to pick up on the go brought about the development of the Market Place.
“The Marketplace is a refreshing alternative from traditional hotel room service for customers to pick up everything from a quick cup of coffee, or a juice to light snacks to more substantial meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner or late night eating.” said Gerard Widder, general manager of Island Hotel.
Andy de la Cruz, master pastry chef at the Island Hotel, is lending his skills in the kitchen to produce fresh baked items. These bakery items include a churro morning bun, house made granola and the chocolate croissant twist. In an effort to support local businesses, Island Hotel will feature local items in their selection as well.
In addition to the baked goods, Krisp cold press juices, Nekter and Naked Juice, Red Bull, Gatorade and Coke products will grace the Market Place shelves. Selected craft beer and wines by the bottle will also be offered.
