Blog entries http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com Thu, 17 May 2012 02:05:27 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/porsche-club.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/events/porcheclub.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">The Porsche Club of America Pacific Northwest Region members were here at the hotel for a few days of fun in our sunny weather.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">We so appreciated them staying with us and the opportunity to check out their really cool cars!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p> Shanna Wed, 16 May 2012 14:45:54 +0100 Walla Walla http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/dana-treats-treat-to-the-hotel.html <p>Dana Treat wrote a wonderful blog about her trip to Walla Walla with her family.</p><br/><p>Check it out and see what this clever blogger has to say about her experience here.&nbsp;</p><br/><p>&nbsp;</p> Shanna Mon, 14 May 2012 12:24:18 +0100 The Marc http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/new-dessert-menu.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/menus/dessert.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Our new dessert menu has some exciting and fun new options.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">If you have problems with lactose intolerance, the fantastic Mandi Konen, our pastry chef, put together a Lactose-Free Coconut Cake that will have your taste-buds doing a happy dance.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">From smooth, creamy, cool confections ... Shanna Fri, 11 May 2012 17:55:49 +0100 The Marc Restaurant http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/mothers-day-gift-ideas.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/holidays/hmd roses and shoe.jpg" alt="" width="450" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">If you are scrambling for a few gift ideas for Mother's Day Sunday, come in to the 1928 Gift &amp; Wine Shop to find the perfect gift.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">1928 offers a nice selection of library wines, some you won't find anywhere else in town.</p><br/><p style="text-align... Shanna Thu, 10 May 2012 17:49:41 +0100 Marcus Whitman http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/walla-walla-friends.html <p>This morning we served breakfast to a wonderful group of people here for the annual Walla Walla FRIENDS fundraising event.</p><br/><p>We so appreciate the organizers and those who make the event possible, for them choosing the hotel for their event venue.</p><br/><p>We also appreciate all of our hardworking staff who were here bright and early to help make the event a success.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/staff/img_1339.jpg" alt="" /></p>... Shanna Wed, 09 May 2012 17:21:28 +0100 Walla Walla http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/parking-lot-project.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/property/parkinglot/seal.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">We are working on a project to seal and stripe our parking lots so they look all fresh and shiny!</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">The project started yesterday in our front parking lot near Rose Street.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/property/parkinglot/seal2.jpg" alt="" /></p... Shanna Tue, 08 May 2012 18:20:36 +0100 http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/mothers-day-is-this-sunday.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/events/mothersday/mdflyer_2012.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">If Mother's Day is about to sneak up on you and catch you unprepared, there is still time to make a reservation for our annual Mother's Day Buffet!</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Just call 509-524-5139 to reserve your space and treat Mom to a special, unforgettable experience.</p><br/><p styl... Shanna Mon, 07 May 2012 17:15:05 +0100 The Marc Restaurant http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/may-featured-winery-of-the-month.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/food/wom_menu.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Our featured winery for the month of May is actually two wineries: Amavi Cellars and Pepper Bridge Winery!</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">We are so excited to partner with them this month to offer this amazing menu.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Our get for deliciously delectable courses pa... Shanna Thu, 03 May 2012 13:53:07 +0100 Walla Walla http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/may-menus.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/food/march30/beefandtots.jpg" alt="" width="450" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Our new May menus roll out tonight with an assortment of wonderful deliciousness.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">You'll find fresh, local ingredients and fabulous explosions of flavors in Chef Antonio's culinary creations.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">He and his staff work very hard to bring the best of what is in seaso... Shanna Wed, 02 May 2012 18:44:04 +0100 The Marcus Whitman http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/the-georgian-room.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/pics/georgian_artistic.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">The hotel's Georgian Room is one of the first rooms guest see when they arrive at the Marcus Whitman Hotel.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">With it's warm walls, soft lightening and welcoming furniture groupings, it is a place for guests to relax, wait for friends, savor a glass of wine at the day's end.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;"... Shanna Tue, 01 May 2012 16:54:45 +0100 Walla Walla http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/tile-upgrade.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/property/spa tiles 005.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Our wonderful maintenance crew recently completed a tile replacement project in our Spa Suites.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">We felt the tile on the steps of the tub was just a bit too slippery and wanted to give our guests the very best experiences in these rooms, we made the decision to replace the tile.</p><br/><p style="text-align: lef... Shanna Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:20:30 +0100 Walla Walla http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/guest-sommelier-tonight-593.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/food/charlessmith.jpg" alt="" width="450" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Christin Fish from Charles Smith Wines and K Vintners will be our guest sommelier tonight in The Marc Restaurant at 7 p.m.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Come in and see Christin and take advantage of this great opportunity. If you haven't tried the fabulous wine-paired menu we have this m... Shanna Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:59:11 +0100 Marcus Whitman Hotel http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/mothers-day-brunch-592.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/events/mothersday/mdflyer_2012.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">If you haven't made your plans for Mother's Day, bring Mom to a culinary experience she'll long remember.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">From Cherrywood Smoked Salmon and Scallops to divine House-Made Truffles, this is a buffet celebration you don't want to miss.</p><br/><p style="text-align: l... Shanna Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:53:43 +0100 http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/tero-estates-flying-trout-wines-winemakers-dinner.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/events/tero mwh flyer may 5.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">TERO Estates &amp; Flying Trout Wines are holding a fabulous Winemaker's Dinner here at the hotel on May 5 as part of the Spring Barrel Release celebration.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">This fantastic dinner is only $110 per person (tax and gratuity included) and includes five am... Shanna Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:35:36 +0100 The Marc Restaurant http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/february-2012-rock-star-of-the-month.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/staff/isaac.jpg" alt="" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Isaac Hernandez is our February Rock Star of the Month!<br /><br />Each month our staff is encouraged to nominate someone they feel has gone above and beyond the call of duty in their performance. They might have done something to make a guest experience fabulous, lent a helping hand to someone from the... Shanna Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:13:56 +0100 http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/guest-sommelier-tonight.html <p>If you haven't been in yet to try the fantastic Charles Smith Wines featured menu this month, what are you waiting for?</p><br/><p>Tonight, Christin Fish from Charles Smith will be in The Marc as our guest sommelier. We have an unbelievably delicious four-course wine-paired menu that features creative creations from Chef Antonio along with Charles Smith's wine.</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/food/charlessmith.jpg" alt="" width="450" /><... Shanna Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:39:32 +0100 The Marc http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/open-positions-at-the-mwh-588.html <p>Things are really starting to hop here at the Marcus Whitman Hotel.</p><br/><p>As we gear up for our busy spring and summer season, we are looking to add some great members to our hotel team!</p><br/><p>If you or someone you know might be a good fit for one of the following positions, please fill out our Application Form and submit it!</p><br/><p>Visit our Careers Page for details about each position.</p><br/><p>Our current open positions include:</p><br/><p>PT Banquet server/setup</p><br/><p>PT Housekeeper</p... Shanna Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0100 http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/our-banquet-staff.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/staff/banquet_staff.jpg" alt="" width="400" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Our banquet staff works very hard to provide exceptional service to our guests and we appreciate their efforts.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">They can accommodate groups of any size from ten to four hundred while providing attentive service to each guest.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">If you are looking for a full-service ve... Shanna Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:47:15 +0100 Banquet FAcilities http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/washington-wine-grand-award.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/events/2012_wwra_awardscertificates 71.jpg" alt="2012_wwra_awardscertificates 71" width="499" height="647" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">The Marc Restaurant was recently awarded the 2012 Washington Wine Grand Award, in the Washington Wine Restaurant Awards sponsored by Seattle Magazine.</p><br/><p style="text-align: left;">Through the Washington State Wine Co... Shanna Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:09:10 +0100 Marc Restaurant http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/blog/mothers-day-brunch.html <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.marcuswhitmanhotel.com/images/blog_pics/events/mothersday/mdflyer_2012.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">It's not too early to make your reservation for Mother's Day. Our buffet is going to knock your socks off - and Mom's too!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center;">Doesn't your mom deserve a day off, a day to let someone else do the cooking? Treat her to this unforgettable experience!</p><br/><p style="text-align: center... Shanna Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:17:46 +0100 Marcus Whitman Hotel