It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel is once again “sleigh’ing” the festive season with a curated list of experiences. From tantalizing menus to holiday traditions, bespoke décor and effervescent-inspired toasts, there are many ways to create lasting memories this November and December.  

The festivities kick off on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at the Rodeo Drive Lighting Celebration from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. This year’s theme, “Rodeo Night, Holiday Lights,” features festive decor on the streets from Wilshire Boulevard to Santa Monica Boulevard. Rodeo Drive will glisten with wonder with exciting performances throughout the night, delectable food and fanciful photo opportunities engaging guests throughout the evening. The night ends with a glittering finale of fireworks. The Hotel will have the Good Shepherd School children’s choir performing in the main lobby to bring additional holiday cheer, starting at 5:30 pm.

Ho-Ho-Holiday Traditions

Holiday Décor: Magic and merriment await at Beverly Wilshire this holiday season. Taking inspiration from the decorations on Rodeo Drive, be greeted with holiday colours and vintage ornaments in the grand lobby. This is the perfect opportunity to take a photo for a holiday card.

Hot Chocolate Bar: From November 14, 2024 to January 2, 2025, sip and savour complimentary hot chocolate and holiday-inspired sweets each night in the main lobby from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.  

Holiday Boutique: ‘Tis the season for stress-free shopping in Beverly Hills! Stop by the Holiday Boutique at the Forbes Five-Star Spa at Beverly Wilshire to discover a curated selection of gifts, from bespoke Beverly Wilshire merchandise and luxury skincare products to Four Seasons Gift Cards, Theragun wellness devices and more. Open daily during Spa hours of operation.  

Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt: Embark on a thrilling Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt November 25-30, 2024 with the Hotel’s Guest Experience team. Upon arrival, they will reveal the exciting details on how to participate in this delightful adventure that will take little ones all around the festively decorated Hotel, uncovering hidden treasures and creating unforgettable memories.

Joyful Creations: From December 9, 2024 to January 4, 2025, the Hotel’s Guest Experience team welcomes children to let the magic of the Hotel’s holiday decorations inspire them to design their own festive card. Tree-shaped cards will be on hand for little ones to adorn with paper ornaments and whimsical colours. The only thing they need to bring? Their holiday spirit!

Letters to Santa: Write a letter to Santa from December 9, 2024 to January 4, 2025 then make sure to place the wish-list in Santa’s mailbox, located in the Wilshire Wing lobby, to ensure it gets to him in time.  

Festive Awnings: The exterior will match the interior with the Hotel’s red and green awnings. Located on Rodeo Drive, it is of course imperative that the Hotel remains fashionable and updates its wardrobe on a seasonal basis, darling. 

Hanukkah Celebration: Celebrate Hanukkah every night beginning December 25, 2024 to January 2, 2025 at 8:00 pm in the Hotel’s main lobby with a menorah lighting with local Rabbi Dovid Begun from Chabad of Southwest Beverly Hills. Enjoy kosher cookies and hot beverages. On Friday, December 27, this celebration will be held at 3:45 pm.

Memorable Festive Dining

Thanksgiving in THE Blvd: Give thanks this Thanksgiving with a tantalizing feast in THE Blvd priced at USD 150 per adult, USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12. Chef Rafael Alcala’s three course prix-fixe menu begins with the choice of a red kuri squash soup, fig and persimmon salad or parmesan and nutmeg Parisian gnocchi. For the entrée, choose between the maple spiced glazed “Diestel” turkey, roasted rib of beef, eggplant short rib or pecan-crusted Alaskan halibut. To end things on a sweet note, choose between a house-made pumpkin pie or sticky pudding. Available on Thursday, November 28 from 11:00 am to 9:30 pm.  Live music enhances the experience from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm and 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Book today.

Christmas Eve Dinner in THE Blvd: The talented team at THE Blvd will be making spirits bright with a special three-course dinner by Chef Rafael Alcala on Tuesday, December 24 from 5:00 to 9:30 pm at USD 160 per adult and USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12. Begin the meal with the smoked chicken broth, salad of poached pear or tuna tartare. For the entree, enjoy the maple spiced glazed duck breast with burnt orange, wagyu NY striploin, lion’s mane mushroom, or ora king salmon. Next up, choose one of the Pastry team’s tantalizing desserts - the Yule log or Christmas wreath made with gingerbread, apple, brown butter, vanilla fluff and pecans. And to end things on a “high note," the restaurant will have live music from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. For reservations, click here.  

Christmas Eve Dinner at CUT Beverly Hills: Holiday gatherings are done right at Michelin-recommended CUT Beverly Hills with their expertly prepared three-course menu at USD 180 per adult, USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12 years. Executive Chef Drew Rosenberg’s menu starts with a burrata cheese and beet salad, Japanese scallop carpaccio, heirloom apple salad or Dungeness crab tartlet. Choose from a delectable menu of cuts from 35-day dry aged ribeye, filet mignon, wagyu filet mignon, pan roasted Dover sole, Japanese kobe red wine wagyu filet or the wild mushroom carnaroli risotto. For the table, share sides of roasted carrots, heirloom polenta, wagyu tallow French fries and butternut squash. For the dessert, choose between the Mont Blanc pavlova or the chocolate souffle. To book this Tuesday, December 24 meal between 5:00 to 9:00 pm, visit here.

Christmas Day in THE Blvd: Eat, drink and be merry in THE Blvd with the Christmas Day three-course menu by Chef Rafael Alcala at USD 160 per adult and USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12. The first course features the choice of a celery root and vanilla soup with poached shrimp, a persimmon and cranberry salad or citrus cured Hamachi with yuzu broth. For the main course, there is a choice of glazed Cornish hen, beef wellington, beet and goat cheese tart or the miso-glazed sea bass. Then make sure to save room for dessert as there is a choice between the apple crumble cheesecake or Mont Blanc complete with smoked cream and rum chestnut. Live music from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm will also help get guests into the holiday spirit. Make a reservation today for this Wednesday, December 25 dining experience available between 11:30 am to 9:30 pm. 

New Year’s Eve in THE Blvd: Ring in the new year on Tuesday, December 31 with a Speakeasy Soiree-themed extravaganza in THE Blvd at USD 395 per adult and USD 200 per child ages 6 to 12. The four-course menu by Chef Rafael Alcala begins with a choice of Dungeness crab tart, mushroom soup or devilled egg with smoked salmon and caviar. The second course features a cured steelhead tataki, beetroot tartare or chicken and truffle agnolotti, while the main course welcomes the choice of a butter poached lobster tail, herb crusted lamb loin, beef tenderloin fricassee or maple confit butternut squash. The evening ends with a tantalizing choice of an espresso martini panna cotta or prosecco blackberry mojito. The evening, which kicks off at 7:00 pm and ends at 1:00 am, also includes a glass of Telmont Champagne to toast at midnight, party favours, cigar roller as well as a live band and DJ until 12:30 am. Space is limited so reserve a spot today. 

New Year’s Eve in CUT Beverly Hills: Enjoy a special four-course menu by Executive Chef Drew Rosenberg and All That Glitters themed New Year’s Eve in CUT on Tuesday, December 31. Dinner includes the choice of a spiced carrot soup, Japanese Hamachi crudo, Girl & Dug farm lettuce, duck liver mousse, fresh pasta or Berkshire pork belly a la plancha. Choose from a variety of cuts from dry aged ribeye to filet mignon, braised beef cheek, Japanese Kobe wagyu filet, European Dover sole and roasted Jidori chicken. Shareable sides include crispy brussels sprouts, stone ground heirloom polenta and roasted honey nut squash. For the grand finale, enjoy the CUT chocolate bar made with mascarpone coffee mousse and candied car acara oranges. Book 1 of 2 seatings, the first at 5:30 pm at USD 255 per adult and USD 95 per child 6 to 12 years. The 2nd seating begins at 8:30 pm at USD 295 per adult (must be 21 years or older) and includes access to CUT Lounge for the after-dinner party. Enjoy a glass of Telmont Champagne at midnight, a DJ and party favours to kick off the new year in style.

New Year’s Eve in CUT Lounge: Make the last night of 2024 one of the best yet. Enjoy a jazz band, glass of Telmont Champagne and party favours while basking in the gold and shimmering decor inside CUT Lounge. A VIP dinner experience will be available for one seating only beginning at 9:00 pm. The night will end with a DJ ringing in the new year on the dance floor and countdown party! To secure a private booth, email Ian Curtis at Ian.Curtis@fourseasons.com.

New Year’s Day in THE Blvd: Welcome 2024, and the Hotel’s 97th birthday, with a decadent jazz brunch on January 1, 2025, complete with a live jazz band from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The festive la carte menu features Chef Rafael’s signature chicken and waffles, French toast, steak and eggs, and more. Make a reservation.

Private Parties: Looking to host a private reception, holiday party or dinner? Email suzanne.aros@fourseasons.com for pricing and details.  

The Spa-lidays

The Forbes Five-Star Spa is here to help get guests and locals alike, ready for holiday parties or simply to relax after a busy day of shopping. Choose from rejuvenating massages, refreshing facials or detoxing body treatments. Book now. Open Daily, Monday – Thursday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday – Sunday 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. 

Serenity in the Season: For the ultimate holiday rejuvenation, book the Serenity in the Season. This package includes a 20-minute Red Light Therapy Bed Experience to improve mood, boost energy and stimulate collagen production, followed by a 90-minute Rest Ritual, which offers an exclusive massage ritual that encourages rest and deep sleep creating a sense of surrender and hibernation. But that’s not all. Guests will also enjoy a gift with treatment, valued at USD 50.

Toast to the Holidays

Bubbles on THE Blvd: Pop the bubbly! It’s the festive season. Toast to the holidays with Telmont Champagne and new featured specialty cocktails. 

The Holiday Shake Up in CUT Lounge: Join Rémy Cointreau Brand Ambassadors in CUT Lounge for a cocktail making class this holiday season from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. USD 20 per person, per class. Space is limited. To reserve a spot, email ian.curtis@fourseasons.com

• November 21 - Old Fashioned with Mount Gay Rum
• December 5 - Sidecar with Rémy Martin and Cointreau
• December 12 - Martini with The Botanist Gin
• December 19 - Margarita with Cointreau Toast to the Holidays

Cognac Cocoa in THE Blvd: This holiday season, indulge in THE Blvd’s Cognac Cocoa Cart during brunch. Guests are welcome to personalize their cocoa with a variety of delicious toppings. Bring the kids along to enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

The Perfect Pairing at CUT Beverly Hills: Indulge in the ultimate dining experience at CUT Beverly Hills. Savour a glass of Louis XIII paired with Estrella caviar for a dinner that’s nothing short of extraordinary.

Live Jazz Music in CUT Lounge: Immerse in the enchanting sounds of live cocktail jazz music inside CUT Lounge. Join in the experience Wednesdays this festive season from 6:00 to 9:00 pm for an evening filled with smooth melodies and soulful rhythms that will elevate one’s holiday spirit.

Holiday Beverages in THE Blvd: THE Blvd is featuring a variety of holiday-inspired beverages to enhance guests experience this festive season. Choose from the Holiday Cheers made with Botanist Gin, cranberry, sparkling cider, and rosemary; or the Yuletide Elixir is comprised of Westland Whiskey, Benedictine, Amaro Nonino, and chicory pecan bitters; while the Winter Spice is made up of Remy Martin 1738 Cognac, Orgeat, Crème de Cacao, cream, and star anise. Cheers!

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