Sonesta International Hotels Debuts “Global Table by Sonesta” Series with Inaugural Partner, Wines of Rioja
Feb 28, 2025 3 mins read download media assets
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Global Table by Sonesta launches this Spring with Wines of Rioja as the 2025 Partner
NEWTON, MA [FEBRUARY 28, 2025] – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) is proud to announce the launch of Global Table by Sonesta, a groundbreaking initiative set to debut in 2025 across select full-service Sonesta hotels. This program aims to bring guests distinctive food and beverage experiences by highlighting emerging wine regions and showcasing global culinary trends. As part of this launch, Sonesta is excited to introduce its inaugural partner, Wines of Rioja, one of the world’s most historic and celebrated wine regions. Known for its exceptional quality and deep winemaking heritage, Rioja will take center stage as the first region featured in the Global Table series, offering guests an unparalleled opportunity to explore its renowned offerings.
From April through June 2025, across nearly 40 Royal Sonesta and Sonesta Hotels & Resorts locations around the country, guests will enjoy a curated selection of wines from Spain’s most iconic and storied wine region in flights, by the glass or by the bottle, along with a calendar of tastings, dinners and other individual creative property activations. The spring events will help to mark the Wines of Rioja’s 100th anniversary celebration this year.
“At Sonesta, we are committed to creating unique, world-class dining experiences that reflect the vibrancy of global food and beverage trends,” said Shawn Cryan, SVP Strategy & Innovation at Sonesta. “With Global Table, we aim to transport our guests on a culinary journey of discovery that celebrates the richness and diversity of international flavors, starting with the remarkable wines of Rioja.”
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill, The Royal Sonesta Boston, The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco, The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Toronto, Sonesta Columbus, Sonesta White Plains Downtown, and The Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach have all been invited to host a Global Table by Sonesta wine dinner featuring Wines of Rioja winemakers and wines as they tour the Sonesta portfolio.
“We are honored to be the inaugural partner for Global Table by Sonesta, bringing the timeless elegance and rich heritage of Rioja wines to Sonesta’s guests across the country,” said Rodrigo C. Gutiérrez Gutierrez DOCa Rioja North American Business Director. “As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Rioja as a Denomination of Origin, this creative collaboration offers a unique opportunity to share our passion for winemaking and introduce more people to the depth and diversity of our wines through this immersive experience.”
Sonesta has been crafting meaningful food and beverage experiences for guests across its portfolio of 1,100 hotels worldwide for decades. The Global Table initiative will evolve throughout the year, with each year spotlighting a new region or trend to keep offerings fresh and engaging for guests. This new series is part of an exciting evolution of Sonesta’s food and beverage programming, with new ‘surprise and delight’ amenities in the works.
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Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in eight countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta; The James, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises; MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select; Sonesta Essential, Sonesta ES Suites, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta; Signature Inn by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. For more information about Sonesta, visit Sonesta.com to make a reservation or franchise.sonesta.com to explore joining our portfolio.
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Locations are ideally suited for exploration, cuisine is inspired by the locale and artistically created, meeting and event spaces are noteworthy, and the hospitality elevates any expectations to match every experience elegantly.
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