BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #105 — Wednesday, 09.21.11
Compiled today by Chad Kaydo and Jana Schiowitz in New York
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* INCOMING *
1. D.N.C.C. TAKING BIDS: Today the Democratic National Convention Committee begins seeking bids for exhibition services for the September 2012 event at the Time Warner Cable Arena and the Charlotte Convention Center. The contract could be worth at least $1 million to the winning bidder, who will be announced on October 24. The Charlotte Observer:
http://bit.ly/ozwAfw
2. SHEEN ROAST BREAKS RECORDS: Just as Ashton Kutcher was making his debut on "Two and a Half Men," Comedy Central's roast of Charlie Sheen was drawing in a record number of viewers. Sheen was the channel's highest-rated roastee, with 6.4 million people tuning in Monday night. Still, Sheen's former sitcom attracted 28 million viewers. Entertainment Weekly:
http://bit.ly/oWN9FI
3. RED BULL IN LONDON EYE: The energy drink brand will take over all 30 of the London Eye's capsules for a music event October 13. U.K.-based Event magazine: “Revolutions in Sound will see each capsule become an individual gig space, showcasing some of the capital’s best homegrown talent…The base of the visitor attraction will be turned into a Silent Disco with guests being able listen via headphones to feeds from the capsules and performances on ground level.”
http://bit.ly/rbVdZk
Speaking of Red Bull: Here’s an archive of our coverage of the brand’s ambitious events:
http://bit.ly/r942UQ
* LOCAL NEWS *
COAST TO COAST: Del Frisco's Restaurant Group announced rewards for early holiday booking at any of its nine Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak Houses and Sullivan's Steakhouse, with 20 locations. Sample menus:
http://bit.ly/igFax0
http://bit.ly/nhlLAQ
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Worldwide will partner with filmmaker James Cameron and Fox Filmed Entertainment to bring the world of “Avatar” to life at Disney parks. The first attraction based on the blockbuster movie will be built at Animal Kingdom park, with construction expected to begin in 2013.
http://bit.ly/pQUqc8
BOSTON: Here's a charitable gift idea: During the month of October, Garrett Popcorn Shops will donate 10 percent of pink tin sales to the Silver Lining Foundation, which provides access to free mammograms. The rosy tins are filled with popcorn in flavors ranging from caramel to cheese, can be shipped anywhere in the U.S., and cost $26-$79.
http://bit.ly/d4YTP
CHICAGO: Design Chicago, an educational conference for interior design, is slated for October 12-13 at the Merchandise Mart. Keynote presenters include Kathryn Island and Martyn Lawrence Bullard, of Bravo's "Million Dollar Decorators."
http://bit.ly/pjO9Vq
LAS VEGAS: Marquee Las Vegas will bring big names in dance music for its Columbus Day weekend music marathon. EC Twins, EDX, Erick Morillo, and “America’s Best DJ” winner Kaskade are among those who will close out the dayclub season from October 7-10.
Caesars Entertainment named Ramesh Sadhwani vice president of hotel operations for Caesars Palace and Rio All Suite-Hotel & Casino. Sadhwani has an extensive background in luxury hotel operations.
LOS ANGELES: Los Angeles Food & Wine announced Tuesday that Train will headline one of its major events: "Lexus Live on the Plaza" on October 15 at L.A. Live.
The 15th annual Hollywood Film Awards gala will honor the cast of "The Help" October 24 at the Beverly Hilton.
The Rodeo Drive Committee has announced that the next recipients of the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style award will be Iman and fashion house Missoni. The event will take place October 23 on Rodeo Drive with an awards ceremony, reception, and silent auction to benefit Save the Children.
http://bit.ly/b20rWL
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: The Room Mate Hotel brand opened its first Miami location on Friday with 44 guest suites. The LEED-certified hotel offers free Internet access and American cuisine from on-site restaurant Prime Time Restaurant & Bar.
NEW YORK: When Madison Square Garden opens its five new concession stands in October after a 20-month-long $850 million renovation, expect much more than a hot dog and a soda. Restaurateurs Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Drew Nieporent, Jeremy Marshall, and Andrew Carmellini will showcase menu items like lobster and shrimp rolls and brats braised in Belgian beer. Other vendors include Carnegie Deli, Hill Country, Carlos & Gabby's, and Magnolia Bakery. The New York Times:
http://nyti.ms/pb1Bob
British cruisers have placed the Big Apple at the top of the list of favorite ports, dropping Venice to number two. According to the survey commissioned by the Passenger Shipping Association, there was a three-way tie for third place between Barcelona, Rome, and Singapore.
http://bit.ly/qm1507
Solber Pupusas and Mexican Tamales Guadalupe in Brooklyn and others from around the city have been named finalists in the Vendy Awards, which are given annually to street vendors. An award ceremony is being held Saturday on Governors Island. The New York Times:
http://nyti.ms/nLLIyj
The New York Observer looks at the pros and cons of a Yankees Stadium Hotel and Convention Center:
http://bit.ly/ou1JEn
ORLANDO: The ISES Orlando Chapter is hosting its Wow Awards Saturday night at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. Hello Florida! is the title sponsor, with additional sponsorships from Quest Drape, a Chair Affair, the Flipbook People, White Rose Entertainment, and others.
Two dozen restaurants and merchants in Winter Park are participating in the town's Sip & Stroll tomorrow night. Guests will enjoy wines and appetizers from restaurants such as Cocina 214, Luma on Park, Orchid Thai Cuisine, and Park Plaza Gardens.
TORONTO: Arcade Fire won the Polaris Music Prize at the Polaris gala Monday night at CTV's Concert Hall studios.
Hotel Carlingview Toronto Airport unveiled its redesign yesterday, with 112 modernized guestrooms and an updated meeting space that can accommodate 40.
YOUR NEWS: What are you doing? Tell us: [email protected].
With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, Carla Warrilow in Toronto, and Jana Schiowitz, Anna Sekula, and Courtney Thompson in New York.
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