Forks. Corks. Action! 2013! Hyatt Carmel Highlands Announces Its 2013 Shake Rattle and Roll Series

Jan. 26, 2013 - PRLog -- Press Contact: Marci Bracco Cain (831) 747-7455

Forks. Corks. Action! 2013! Hyatt Carmel Highlands Announces Its 2013 Shake Rattle and Roll Series

CARMEL, CA -- Shake, Rattle and Roll your way through 2013 at Hyatt Carmel Highlands Sunset Lounge ! The cocktail series at the Sunset Lounge at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast, located at 120 Highlands Drive in Carmel, is a three-part series of hands-on workshops led by the Sunset Lounges enthusiastic and highly experienced mixologist. Each course is limited to just 24 participants, allowing for an intimate exploration of the course topics and an opportunity to craft and critique drinks. Classes take place at the Sunset Lounge on the upper level by the fireplace and feature snacks prepared by Pacific’s Edge. Each workshop will conclude with an R&D session for a cocktail that will run at the restaurant the following week. Participants leave with a variety of take-away items, including recipe and sourcing cards--as well as produce and aromatics appropriate to the course topic.

In the series’ first class is Wednesday, February 13th beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Sunset Lounge will kick things off by teaching participants about cocktails that will blow away the New Year’s and warm your heart.   Reservations are required (831) 622-5445. The cost is $55 for one class, per participant, $100 for any two classes or $140 for all three classes plus tax and gratuity.

Make it. Sip it. Love it. Save the date for these cocktail classes:
• February 13 - Winter Warms Up
• April 17 - Spring Fever
• July 17 - Haute Summer Fun
• November 7 - Fall Harvest Flavors

Hyatt Carmel Highlands Culinary Team

Hyatt Carmel Highlands is fortunate to have a culinary team as passionate about their work as they are experienced and professionally trained. Each team member brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. The culinary team represents decades of experience with an unsurpassed love of food, dining and the pleasures of the table. From developing innovative menus to overseeing a large staff of dedicated professionals, these highly trained and exceptionally skilled culinary artisans bring taste and style to every meal served.

The culinary team includes:
• Pastry Chef Gina Hudson
• Wine Director Paul Fried
• Executive Chef Matt Bolton
• Manager of Outlets Jacques Melac

For more information, visit www.hyattcarmelhighlands.com or call (831) 620-1234.

About Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast
Perched on the hillside of the Carmel Highlands with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast combines true Carmel luxury with an approachable and sophisticated spirit. A haven for artists and discerning travelers since its opening in 1917, Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast features 48 luxuriously renovated guestrooms, including 11 suites, 32 Ocean View rooms and five Garden View rooms. In addition, Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast offers spectacular dining at the award-winning Pacific’s Edge restaurant and California Market, 4,800 square feet of meeting space, in-room spa services, heated outdoor swimming pool, three spa tubs and a fitness facility. Situated only four miles from downtown Carmel, Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast idyllic setting and personalized service has attracted families, weddings, honeymooners and privileged travelers for nearly a century. Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast is recognized among the world’s finest hotels as part of Condé Nast Traveler's 2010 Gold List and Travel + Leisure’s 2009 “T+L 500” World’s Best Hotels. www.hyattcarmelhighlands.com