El Gaucho Seattle and the Inn at El Gaucho in the New York Times

SEATTLE, Wash. — (May 15, 2010) — El Gaucho and the Inn at El Gaucho are featured in the online Travel section of the New York Times this month! Check out the article here. Congrats, El Gaucho!

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Celebrate 1/1/11 in Seattle!

SEATTLE, Wash. – (December 14, 2010) – 1/1/11 only comes around once every hundred years, so make sure this New Year’s celebration is one to remember in Seattle with the help from these local restaurants and businesses.

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Annual New Year’s Eve Bash at Waterfront Seafood Grill

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Pier 70 is the place to say farewell to 2010 and raise a glass to the new year. With exceptional fresh seafood, amazing views and live music, Waterfront Seafood Grill’s annual New Year’s Eve bash will rock the dock. Executive Chef Peter Levine has created special dinner items that will be offered along with the regular menu:

Caviar ($90)

Sustainable osetra, 1oz., toasted brioche, crème fraiche, mother-of-pearl spoon

Sautéed Foie Gras ($25)

Caramelized onions and apples, 50 year-old balsamic vinegar, big croutons

Grilled Filet ‘Rossini Style’ with Certified Angus Beef^® ($72)

Seared duck foie gras, fresh winter black truffles, fancy Madeira sauce

Roast Maine Lobster Tails ($50)

Water chestnut and scallion relish; miso, lemon and ginger butter sauce

Dinner reservation are available from 5 to 11 p.m. Afterwards, guests are invited to stay and dance the night away to the lively sounds of pianist Benet Fleck and the Elliott Bay-O-Nettes with sultry vocalist Melanie Winslow. For reservations, call (206) 956-9171.

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Ring in 2011 at El Gaucho Seattle and The Inn at El Gaucho in Belltown

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Make a night of the festivities with a swanky dinner at El Gaucho Seattle and an overnight stay at the Inn at El Gaucho. From 9 p.m. to midnight, pianist Primo Kim will be playing his spirited jazz music throughout the Pampas Room. Celebrate the big night with festive décor and a toast to 2011, and then retire to a haven of plush featherbeds and Egyptian cotton sheets for some much-needed rest. The Inn at El Gaucho in Belltown is offering up this special package:

New Year’s Eve Package ($325)

Best available junior suite

In-room celebratory party favors

Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine

Priority reservation at El Gaucho Seattle*

*Time and party size subject to availability.

Must be 21-years-old or over. Prices do not include sales tax or dinner at El Gaucho Seattle (if applicable). Valet parking is optional for the package at $25 plus tax, subject to availability. Valid on December 31, 2010 only. For reservations, call El Gaucho Seattle at (206) 728-1337 or the Inn at El Gaucho at (866) 354-2824.

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Cafe Flora Offers New and Old Traditions: New Year’s Eve Dinner or Annual Brunch

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Seattle’s favorite vegetarian restaurant, Cafe Flora, is ringing in the New Year with new and old traditions. Along with their annual morning brunch on January 1, they will now be offering a luck-themed dinner celebration during their regular hours on December 31:

New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe Dinner – December 31

Reservations from 5 to 10 p.m.; Prix-fixe cost $45

Enjoy a three-course meal and complimentary glass of Champagne.

All bottles of Champagne will be ½ off.

Third Annual New Year’s Brunch – January 1

Reservations from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Buffet cost $20 for adults, $12 for kids

Fruit and pastries; salads; signature scrambles; crème brulée French toast; potato latkes; and accompaniments such as roasted Yukon gold potatoes, cheesy grits, braised collard greens, Hoppin’ John fritters and black-eyed peas.

Large party reservations for 8 or more on both days are highly recommended. For reservations or additional information, call (206) 325-9100.

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Don’t Drop the Ball: Stick to a Resolution with Energy Fitness and Wellness

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Kick 2011 into high gear and jump-start an initiative to get healthy with Energy Fitness and Wellness. Located in Lake Union, the fitness center is offering holiday specials so that the Times Square ball is the only one being dropped on New Year’s this year:

$50 Membership Fee Waived Throughout December

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$100 for 5 One-on-One Sessions with a Personal Fitness Guru

These limited-time offers are only available until December 31 by calling Energy Fitness and Wellness directly at (206) 283-0526. For information on membership pricing, trainer bios and class schedules, visit www.energyfitandwell.com.

 Special New Year’s Eve Hours

Cafe Flora

December 31: Open regular hours, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

January 1: Third Annual New Year’s Day Brunch, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; dinner 5 to 10 p.m.

El Gaucho Bellevue

December 31: Open regular hours, 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

January 1: Closed all day

El Gaucho Tacoma

December 31: Open regular hours, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.

January 1: Closed all day

El Gaucho Portland

December 31: Seating 4:30 to 5 p.m., 7 to 7:30 p.m., 10 to 10:30 p.m.

January 1: Closed all day

El Gaucho Seattle

December 31: Open regular hours, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.

January 1: Closed all day

Waterfront Seafood Grill

December 31: Dinner, 5 to 11 p.m.

January 1: Closed all day

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For Auld Lang Syne!

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El Gaucho Seattle and The Big Picture Host “Sex and the City 2” Party

El Gaucho Seattle and The Big Picture Host “Sex and the City 2” Party

Tuesday, June 15 at 6 p.m.

SEATTLE, Wash.—(May 27, 2010)— “Carrie” those Manolo Blahniks to El Gaucho Seattle for a “Big” girls’ night out: dancing, appetizers and cocktails in the Pampas Room followed by a special screening of “Sex and the City 2” at The Big Picture.

WHO: El Gaucho Seattle

WHAT: “Sex and the City 2” Party

Tickets are $85 – includes two drinks and appetizers in Pampas Room; movie admission, one drink and popcorn at The Big Picture. Tickets are available at El Gaucho, (206) 728-1337.

6 p.m. – Dancing, appetizers and specialty cocktails in the swanky Pampas Room.

· A Glass of Moët Hennessy Champagne or four “Sex and the City”-inspired cocktails to choose from, all made with Skyy^® Infusions Vodka – Red Over Heels, Glamour Gal, Blonde Ambition and Park Avenue Princess (see below).

· Appetizers include signature fruit and cheese, veggie skewers, caprese skewers, Certified Angus Beef^® skewers, crab cakes, lobster on crostini, jumbo prawns, ahi on taro chips, and dessert sampler.

· Enter the raffle for a chance to win dinner for four at El Gaucho or a Certified Angus Beef^® gift basket. Bring a bag of clothing to donate for a complimentary raffle ticket or purchase them for $10 each. All raffle ticket proceeds to benefit Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission.

8 p.m. – Special screening of “Sex and the City 2” at The Big Picture.

· Another cocktail, bag of popcorn and admission to the 8:35 p.m. showing.

After the Show – Don’t let the Girls’ Night Out fun stop there; spend the night at the Inn at El Gaucho for the “Sex and the City” special price of $135. Call (206) 728-1133 for reservations.

WHERE: Pampas Room

2505 First Ave.

Seattle, WA 98121

(206) 728-1337

The Big Picture

WHEN: Tuesday, June 15 at 6 p.m.

El Gaucho^® is the Northwest's steakhouse legacy focused on elegant, old-school, tableside service for people celebrating their lives. The menu highlights 28-Day Dry-Aged Certified Angus Beef^® Prime steaks, cutting-edge fresh seafood selections from sustainable sources, and extensive wine and single malt Scotch lists. Offering intimate private dining and nightly live music, El Gaucho’s bar was recently named one of the “Best Places to Network” by Seattle Business, “Readers’ Choice for Best Steak” by Seattle Magazine, and has earned five Wine Spectator “Awards of Excellence” and three “Best of Awards of Excellence.” Located at 2505 First Ave., El Gaucho is open Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to midnight, Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. and Sunday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, call (206) 728-1337 or visit www.elgaucho.com.

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El Gaucho “Sex and the City 2” Cocktails:

Red Over Heels

(Especially Louboutins…)

Triple sec, sour and simple syrup splashed together with Skyy® Infusions passion fruit vodka and strawberry purée, garnished with a fresh strawberry.

Blonde Ambition

(A dash of Samantha anyone?)

Skyy® Infusions passion fruit vodka, sour, St. Germain elderflower liqueur and Monin peach purée, garnished with a lime.

Glamour Gal

(Make a “Big” entrance)

Fresh mint and lemon combined with Skyy® Infusions citrus vodka, Caravella limoncello, lemonade and simple syrup, sweetened with a sugar rim.

Park Avenue Princess

(New York, New York!)

Skyy® Infusions citrus vodka, X-Rated Vodka, cranberry juice and simple syrup, garnished with a lime.

A Valentine’s Day For Everyone

SEATTLE, Wash. — (January 20, 2010) — There’s something for everyone this Valentine’s Day: whether one’s flying solo, a cupid trying to win someone’s heart, or a couple looking for a romantic evening, these restaurants and wineries in the Northwest are saying “be mine” with enchanting Valentine’s offerings:

The Single Life
Love and live it up…

Ready to Mingle: Dare to be Dateless Weekend at STIR Martini + Raw Bar
www.stirmartinibar.com | Twitter: @STIRBellevue | Facebook
Celebrate the single life all weekend long at STIR Martini + Raw Bar. Grab all single friends and head to this Eastside hot spot with nary a canoodling couple in sight. The “Dare to be Dateless” weekend offerings include:

Friday, February 12
Speed Dating, 8 to 10 p.m. – because you just never know
DJ & Dancing, 10 p.m. to close – featuring DJ Sang Do

Saturday, February 13
Passion party, 5:30 p.m. – for the ladies
DJ & dancing, 10 p.m. to close – featuring DJ Supreme La Rock

Sunday, February 14
Karaoke, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. – with a “no love songs” guarantee

Sip on a sweet, icy-cold, deconstructed martini and ‘stir’ it up on the dance floor. Tickets to speed dating are $42. To RSVP for the passion party, contact allysonwen@pureromance.com. STIR is open Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free parking and valet parking available.

Cupid’s Arrow
Win a heart or impress a date…

Win a Romantic Date For Two Courtesy of Sip. at the wine bar & restaurant
www.siprestaurant.com | Twitter: @SIPwinebar
Win over a Valentine with an evening and afternoon to remember: Sip. at the wine bar & restaurant is offering the chance for a lucky couple to win a dreamy date in its “Sip. Valentine Extravaganza.” One lucky couple will enjoy:

Dinner for two, February 13, at Sip. Seattle
Dine at the table with the best view and savor a special “Chef’s Choice” dinner
An overnight stay at Hotel Max
Includes free parking and a complimentary bottle of wine
Check in: Feb. 13, 4 p.m.; enjoy a late Valentine’s Day checkout on Feb. 14, 1 p.m.
Two tickets to the New York production of South Pacific
At the 5th Avenue Theatre on Feb. 14, 1:30 p.m.

To enter, visit any Sip. restaurant location (Gig Harbor, Issaquah, Seattle) and complete a comment card before February 7. To qualify, the card must include name, e-mail and phone number. The Grand Prize winner will be drawn Monday, February 8.

Sparkle with Champagne Know-How from Waterfront Seafood Grill
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Before ordering that bottle of bubbly on Valentine’s Day, impress a date with knowledge of Champagne or learn about it together during Waterfront Seafood Grill’s Sparkling Wine 101.

Held on Saturday, February 13 from 3:30 to 5 p.m., this class is part of Waterfront’s wine education series. Guests will learn about the versatility of sparkling wine, how it is made, why it sparkles, and food pairing recommendations. The class includes a blind tasting of five different sparkling wines. Cost is $35 per person plus tax. To reserve a spot, call (206) 956-9171.

The Melting Pot Gives Away Valentine’s Day Movie Prizes
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In celebration of the holiday, The Melting Pot is offering the opportunity to win prizes on its website. “Valentine’s Day Red Carpet Premiere Sweepstakes” gives Club Fondue members the chance to win wine tastings, food samplings, invitations to special events and advanced holiday reservation privileges.

The Grand Prize is a three-night trip to Los Angeles, including roundtrip airfare and deluxe accommodations for the premier of the Warner Bros. release “Valentine’s Day.” Click here to play the game and register.

Spoil a Sweetheart at the Inn at El Gaucho
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Celebrate amor El Gaucho style this Valentine’s Day. In honor of the most romantic day of the year, the Inn at El Gaucho is offering a special Sweethearts Valentine’s Day package. Amaze the love of your life or amor of the moment with this swanky experience that includes:

Accommodations for two-in-one of the Inn’s luxury Belltown junior suites
Rose petals adorning your suite
Bottle of bubbly
Box of delectable truffles
Complimentary valet parking

The Sweethearts Valentine’s Day package is $299, excluding tax and gratuity. To reserve this package, call (206) 728-1133.

Eat Your Heart Out
Brunch or dinner ideas for Valentines-Day…

Love is in the Air at El Gaucho Bellevue
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Show someone how much they’re loved with the ultimate steak dinner and a red rose at El Gaucho Bellevue. Begin the night by sipping cocktails at the expansive, wrap around bar and then be ushered to a candlelit table for an unforgettable meal.

Live music, an intimate setting and a cooked-to-perfection steak will make this Valentine’s Day one to remember. Plus, as an extra special surprise, a long-stemmed red rose will be delivered to each lady that evening. Dinner service begins at 5 p.m. For reservations, call (425) 455-2715.

Celebrate Morning or Night with a Loved One at Twisted Cork
www.twistedcork.com | Twitter: @twistedcork
If all the babysitters are booked on Valentine’s Day night, surprise a loved one with a romantic brunch instead. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Twisted Cork is offering a special Valentine’s Day brunch menu accompanied by live jazz music.

And for those that are looking for a special night with live jazz, Twisted Cork is offering a five-course prix fixe menu for $55 per person, (in pairs only). Reservations will be accepted from 5 to 10 p.m. with music beginning at 7 p.m.: the restaurant will be open till 11 p.m. on February 14. Champagne cocktails and bottles will be specially priced all weekend long. Free parking and valet parking available. For reservations, call (425) 637-0808.

Delectable Sweetheart Specials at Waterfront Seafood Grill
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With panoramic views of Elliott Bay, Magnolia Bluff and the Space Needle, Waterfront Seafood Grill doesn’t have to do much to make the atmosphere any more romantic. However, this Valentine’s Day, Executive Chef Peter Levine will create a menu of dishes inspired by lovers everywhere. The Valentine’s Day weekend specials, offered February 12-15, include:

Asparagus Salad with Seared Scallops ($18)
Bell pepper remoulade
Hearts of Palm with Maine Lobster ($21)
Citrus vinaigrette
Brie Cheese-Stuffed Filet of Beef ($48)
Wild mushroom mashed potatoes
Roasted King Salmon ($42)
Black trumpet mushrooms, lobster and asparagus
Three Chocolate Delights ($12)
Chocolate panna cotta with brandied Bing cherries
Chocolate-dipped strawberry with white chocolate drizzle
Chocolate ganache with mint syrup

Reservations will be accepted beginning at 5 p.m. For reservations, call (206) 956-9171.

Dance the Night Away at Spirited El Gaucho Seattle
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Nothing sets the mood quite like a swanky night of fine dining and dancing at El Gaucho Seattle. To fuel the passion, sultry jazz vocalist Ally Mtwalo will be singing and swinging the night away, accompanied by a pianist in the Pampas Room.

Music starts at 6:30 p.m. and goes until 10 p.m. The full El Gaucho dinner menu is available in the dining room and Pampas Room. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling (206) 728-1337.

Dazzle a Date with a 3-Course Dinner at Sip. at the wine bar & restaurant
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With a warm, welcoming, Napa Valley-inspired ambiance, over 70 by-the-glass choices and more than 250 bottles from the Pacific Northwest, California and around the world, guests feel as if they’re touring the globe without leaving the state. Sip. at the wine bar & restaurant is the ideal place to wine and dine a sweetheart on Valentine’s Day.

All Sip. locations will be offering a special Valentine’s menu on February 14: three courses for $50 per person. The regular dinner menu of locally-sourced, refined plates will also be offered. For reservations, call: Seattle (206) 682-2779; Issaquah (425) 369-1181; Gig Harbor (253) 853-3020.

Share Chateaubriand and Lobster for Two at El Gaucho Tacoma
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Set in the heart of downtown Tacoma, El Gaucho Tacoma is a luxurious destination for any South Sound Valentine’s evening celebration. In honor of the day, the restaurant will be featuring Chateaubriand and lobster for two, carved tableside (16-ounce filet mignon and 8-ounce lobster tail), for $135. The regular dinner menu will also be available.

To add an extra special touch, guests can pre-order flowers which will be waiting at the table upon arrival. A dozen roses, half-dozen roses or seasonal garden bouquet are all available for purchase along with a personalized card. For reservations, call (253) 272-1570.

Melt Someone’s Heart with “Love Potion” Drinks at The Melting Pot
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Looking for a dining experience that’s different? The Melting Pot is a perfect spot for dates to share conversation and create memories over four courses of indulgent fondue. From now until March 15, the restaurants will also be offering three “Love Potion” specialty cocktails. Melt a date’s heart with these passion-filled drinks:

Exotic Mojito
X-Rated® Fusion Liqueur®, SKYY Infusions® Citrus Vodka, Monin Mojito Mix, Monin Red Passion Fruit, fresh lime juice and mint leaves
XTC Martini
X-Rated® Fusion Liqueur®, simple syrup, lemon juice, Prosecco, strawberries and basil
Passionate Kiss
SKYY Infusions® Passion Fruit Vodka, simple syrup, lemon juice, Prosecco, orange chunks and basil leaves

In addition to the “Love Potion” drinks, a special four-course dinner will be available on Valentine’s Day for $68 per person plus tax and 18 percent gratuity. The menu is:

First Course
Spinach & Artichoke Heart Swiss – or – Maker’s Mark® Bourbon Bacon Cheddar
Second Course
Strawberry Blue Kiss Salad – or – Caesar Salad
Third Course
Cupid’s Feast of filet mignon, plank salmon, spicy shrimp, teriyaki-marinated sirloin, roasted garlic-encrusted chicken, sun-dried tomato mascarpone ravioli, shitake mushroom and assorted vegetables
Fourth Course
‘Hunka Hunka Burnin’ Love’ milk or dark chocolate with Chambord – or – ‘Love Me Tender’ bananas foster white chocolate

Reservations on Valentine’s Day are offered beginning at noon. For reservations, call: Seattle (206) 378-1280; Bellevue (425) 646-2744; Tacoma (253) 535-3939.

Decadently Dine for Two with Tableside Service at El Gaucho Portland
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Nothing will make a date feel more special than having an opulent meal prepared tableside with expertly executed service. Personalize a Valentine’s Day dinner with a romantic meal at El Gaucho Portland.

Tableside preparations of Caesar, Chateaubriand, flaming swords and, to finish the night, Bananas Foster flambé are available along with the regular menu. Rose petals sprinkled across the tables on February 14 will further set the romantic mood. For reservations, call (503) 227-8794.

Wine and Chocolate
The perfect pair…

Otis Kenyon Wine Releases Its “Crush”: 2007 Malbec
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Crushes aren’t limited to the young: on Valentine’s Day weekend head to Otis Kenyon’s tasting room in downtown Walla Walla and help celebrate the release of the 2007 Malbec.

On February 13 and 14, Otis Kenyon will release the 2007 Malbec and will also be offering visitors wine and chocolate from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. To read about Otis Kenyon’s 2007 releases, click here.

A Chelan Getaway with Wine and Red Roses at Tsillan Cellars
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Grab your sweetheart and head to Chelan this holiday for wine, chocolate and roses at Tsillan Cellars. The gorgeous, Italian-inspired tasting room will feature a $5 tasting fee and complimentary chocolates and red roses from noon to 5 p.m. on February 13 and 14, and February 20 and 21. Wine specials include 20 percent off Dolcezza d’Oro, two 2005 Merlot bottles for $40, as well as additional discounts on Estate whites and various reds.

After sipping wines and indulging in chocolates at the tasting room, head to Tsillan’s romantic restaurant for a delicious Italian meal. Sorrento’s Ristorante will be open from 5 to 9 p.m. serving Valentine’s Day specials. Reservations can be made by calling (509) 682-5409.

Northwest Cellars He’arts’ Wine and Chocolate
www.northwestcellars.com | Twitter: @nwcellars | Facebook
Wine, chocolate and art: a match made in heaven. Northwest Cellars is offering all three at its tasting room this Valentine’s Day.

On February 13 and 14 from noon to 5 p.m., Northwest Cellars will be serving up its award-winning wines at their Kirkland tasting room, paired with amazing hand-made chocolates from Intrigue Chocolates. To add to the sweet temptation, several local artists will be there with gifts available to purchase for a valentine. Tastings are $5, refundable with purchase. Chocolates are available for sale as well.


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Cupid’s Got Your Back!


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Randall PR / (206) 624-5757

The Inn at El Gaucho Announces Two Swanky Holiday-in-the-City Packages

The Inn at El Gaucho Announces Two Swanky Holiday-in-the-City Packages

Savor the Season: Spend a Night and a Day Reveling in Downtown Seattle

Seattle, Wash.—(September 15, 2009)—They may be festive, but the holiday’s are also the busiest time of year. To add a little extra cheer to this season, The Inn at El Gaucho is offering two special overnight packages: The Winter Wonderland and the Inn”Spa”rational Shopping package. Ideal for couples, best friends or mother-and-daughter duos, this year’s holiday packages are designed to give guests a much-deserved pampering.

Winter Wonderland Package — $325

Wander through Pike Place Market, admire the holiday decorations, then return to your Junior Suite to beautifully arranged winter-white flowers, plush white robes and luxurious Anichini bed linens: Even without snow, it will be a white Christmas!

* Best available Junior Suite
* $50 dining credit (in main El Gaucho dining room)
* Fresh white flowers in suite upon arrival
* Complimentary hot toddy or hot chocolate delivered via room service

Inn“Spa”rational Shopping Package — $425

After a full day of shopping, we will transport you back to the Inn to relax with an in-room massage, bottle of wine and room service!

* Best available Junior Suite
* $50 gift card to an upscale local boutique
* In-room massage
* $50 room service credit
* A select bottle of Alexandria Nicole Cellars wine

Prices do not include sales tax.

Valet parking optional for either package at $25 plus tax, subject to availability.

The Sweethearts-Only Gaucho Treatment: Upon request, strategically placed mistletoe will be added to either package.

The Inn at El Gaucho, located above the renowned El Gaucho steakhouse at First Avenue and Wall Street, is Seattle’s urban luxury inn. The 18 all-junior suite inn features a 1950’s “retro-swank” luxury theme, exceptional service and in-room dining, including tableside preparations provided by El Gaucho steakhouse. Called “a suite to crave” by LA Times, and voted “Best Boutique Hotel” by Citysearch.com in 2006. Visit inn.elgaucho.com or call (866) 354-2824 for reservations.

The front desk is located on the second floor and can be reached only by stairwell. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Randall PR / (206) 624-5757