What does San Diego taste like? Craft beer? Fresh fish tacos? Loews embarked on a mission to figure out with a program called Flavor by Loews Hotels, an innovative food and beverage experience. Restaurants and bars are often described as being an “experience” but Loews actually delivers on that with interactive, hands-on opportunities to see, taste, and feel the flavor of San Diego. Walking around the grounds, the citrus garden is home to the kumquat, lemon, and orange trees that Chef climbs his ladder to daily, picking fruit for the day to serve both the kitchen and the bar. Next up is the fragrant herb and plant garden, where plants are sung to by Chef as he waters and prunes them. To stay at the Loews Coronado is to be immersed in your dinner.
One such example is Catalina Offshore who has been offering the freshest seafood in San Diego for over 40 years, being served up in Crown Landing at the Loews Coronado. Catalina Offshore Products Seafood Education and Nutrition Center houses its fish market which is led by trusted fishmonger Tommy Gomes. In Baja, most fishing is done with hand lines from small Panga boats to save the environment and preserve natural resources. Fresh seafood is purchased directly from reputable fishermen who are trained in the strict handling procedures necessary to preserve optimum quality. Each guest that orders the local catch in Crown Landing will know where the fish was caught, the fisherman that caught it, the name of the boat and when it docked.
Photo credit: Gabriel Goldberg
You & Yours Distilling Co. is led by San Diego’s first female distiller, Laura Johnson. Their gin and vodka are served in Cays Lounge and the Silver Strand Exchange Bar and can also be delivered to guestrooms through in-room dining. The Y&Y Sunday Gin is a modern take on American-style gin with fresh citrus, juniper and an elegant floral finish creating an elevated, highly drinkable gin. Launched in March of 2017, You & Yours Distilling Co. is a full production distillery, tasting room and event space, complete with a world-class cocktail program in downtown San Diego.
Mike Hess Brewing is well known in San Diego for their distinctive beers and is served on tap throughout the resort’s bars and restaurants. Mike Hess and his brother Greg created the first production nano-brewery in San Diego. For a light and refreshing brew, try the orange honey wheat or the Vienna cream ale!
Sweet Cheeks Baking Co. (best known for winning Cupcake Wars!) is famous for their wedding and special occasion treats – cakes, cupcakes and other desserts made with wholesome ingredients. They use top quality ingredients including local butter, cage-free local chicken eggs, local organic field lavender, whole wheat flour, flaxseed & wheat germ, farmers market berries, French nut & fruit purees, and single-sourced and sustainable chocolates. Available at Silver Strand Exchange.
Perched on its own 15-acre peninsula, Loews Coronado Bay is a private oasis of tranquility near San Diego. This Coronado hotel offers views of the shimmering bay waters and the San Diego skyline.
Flavor by Loews Hotels will complete its launch across the brand by spring 2018. For more information on Flavor by Loews Hotels visit www.loewshotels.com/flavor.
