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With gorgeous flowers blooming in Dallas-Fort Worth and Spring in the air, how could we be anything but inspired? We’ve taken Mother Nature’s lead and have refreshed our newsletter design to give you a simple and easy format to find exactly what matters to you. As always, it’s our goal to provide you with timely, relevant destination information, and new ideas that you can put to use when planning meetings and events in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Please enjoy our latest issue and let us know what you think!North Texas’ Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings In 2017
Dallas-Fort Worth is set to continue its stellar reputation as a Foodie Destination with each new, exciting and unique restaurant that hits the scene. With more than 12,000 restaurants in Dallas alone, and counting, it’s easy to find the perfect restaurant that fits your budget, group size and taste. Here are some of the most highly anticipated spots to hit Dallas-Fort Worth in 2017.
Mirador (Downtown Dallas) – The stylish new restaurant opened in January on the fourth floor of luxury retailer Forty Five Ten’s new downtown store across the street from the Joule Hotel. The restaurant boasts expansive views of downtown through 11-foot floor-to-ceiling windows and a wrap-around terrace overlooking Tony Tasset’s outdoor sculpture Eye. Chef Milton “Junior” Borges, Executive Director at the Joule, will oversee the restaurants’ modern American menu. The space features a semi-private area for up to 24 and a secluded event room adjacent to the lounge with a capacity of 40.
Circo Dallas (Uptown Dallas) – The casual little sister to Le Cirque, the New York restaurant from Sirio Maccioni will open this Spring on the bottom two floors of the fabulous new One Uptown tower. The restaurant’s menu will feature upscale Italian cuisine. Guests will enjoy the resort-style amenities at the Circo Beach Club upstairs, including a glass-bottomed pool surrounded by private cabanas for cocktails and spa treatments. For the guests that want to dine in the restaurant downstairs after a dip in the pool, they can utilize the locker rooms to change out of their swimsuits.
Roots Southern Kitchen (Trinity Groves) – This Spring, Tiffany Derry is set to open her newest restaurant venture, Roots, at the restaurant incubator, Trinity Groves. You may have heard of her as a contestant on the television show, Top Chef. Chef Derry brings to life her Southern upbringing with farm fresh flavors and rustic dishes at her new cozy spot. She also recently opened The Cupboard, a food stall featuring grab-n-go offerings, at the new Uptown Urban Market.
The Star in Frisco Restaurants (Frisco) – As if the Star in Frisco couldn’t get any better, it will be bringing with it some big names to add to the restaurant line up in North Dallas this summer. Notable restaurants include high-end steakhouse and sushi bar, Dee Lincoln Prime; massively popular steakhouse, Neighborhood Services; authentic Mexican restaurant with legendary margaritas, Mi Cocina; an eclectic southern restaurant, Tupelo Honey Café; and a gastropub from Chicago known as City Works. It was recently announced that award-winning DC-based chef, Jose Andres, will be expanding his restaurant empire by opening the second location of Zaytinya at The Star in Frisco.Trophy Park Sports Lounge (Frisco) – Also joining the lineup at The Star in Frisco this spring is an adult playground/restaurant concept serving a smorgasbord of classic and modern American cuisine. Trophy Park Sports Lounge will feature bowling lanes, gaming lounges, two bars and a large dining area inside the 14,000 sq. ft. space. Outside, guests will enjoy a bocce court, golf putting green and a massive 30-foot screen to watch the hottest sporting events.
Corrientes 348 (Downtown Dallas) – This summer, a new restaurant will open in the space that was formerly Stephan Pyles’ Steakhouse. The 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant will bring to life a sexy Argentinean steakhouse concept with a family-style focus. The upscale design will include a main dining room, patio and three private spaces to accommodate a total of 300 guests.
Legacy Hall (Plano) – This innovative culinary and entertainment destination is set to open in the fall at Plano’s newest development, Legacy West. The three story food hall will feature 20+ artisanal food stalls, a full-service bar, on-site brewery, beer garden and live music stage. Some of the biggest names in the Dallas foodie scene are rumored to be opening up shop, and we can’t wait to see the line-up. We know it will be a must-go foodie destination in North Texas.In search of unique restaurants and dining destinations for your next meeting?
Call UV to discuss all that North Texas has to offer your group!Ultimate Ventures Welcomes David Fatheree
Ultimate Ventures is pleased to announce that David Fatheree has joined the UV team as Vice President of Operations. David is a veteran in the meetings, events and tradeshow industry, with more than 30 years of expertise in face-to-face meetings, sales & marketing, operations, and technology solutions. He’s a visionary and innovative business developer with many years of experience advancing strategic and operational efficiencies.Over the years, David’s roles have included managing business operations over North America serving clients in a variety of roles including; Vice President of Operations, Vice President & General Manager, and Senior Director of Sales & Marketing.
In his position as Vice President of Operations at Ultimate Ventures, David capitalizes on his strengths which include developing relationships, assessing client’s needs, and developing and implementing solutions. He joins UV’s award-winning team to ensure that clients achieve their business goals and receive top-rated service while meeting in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.Please help us welcome David to the team! You can connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidfatheree
UV Named Best Meeting/Event Planning Company in Texas
It’s been an exciting start to 2017! In addition to winning an ILEA Texas Star Award for Best Corporate Event on Sunday night for our “Totally Awesome 80’s” event, Ultimate Ventures was honored to be named the Best Meeting/Event Planning Company in Texas in the Winter 2017 issue of Texas Meetings & Events magazine.As the most awarded destination management company in Texas, Ultimate Ventures prides itself on providing exceptional experiences for clients holding meetings and conferences in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In 2016, the Ultimate Ventures team executed over 165 programs for meeting and event planners with destination services ranging from VIP airport transfers to multi-day conferences filled with spectacular special events and unique local activities.
The UV team looks forward to continuing its winning streak in 2017 by providing more award-worthy meetings and events for our clients. We’re excited about partnering with you to create exceptional experiences for your guests!For an overview of the programs UV operated last year, check out our 2016 Compilation Video.
March Madness Hits UV
In honor of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four in Dallas beginning this FRIDAY (congratulations to the women of Stanford, South Carolina, UConn, and Mississippi State!), some of our most talented UVer ballers showed off their moves on Dribble to Work Day. Click above to watch our team’s B-ball skillz!!
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March 29, 2017 at 11:03 am, Linda Harvile said:
Great Presentation. You always have been
a quality company. Congratulations.