Beauty and the Beast Enchanted Tea and Be Our Guest! Experiences Available in Beverly Hills

The SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills is offering an exclusive Beauty and the Beast themed afternoon tea and menu tasting at restaurants there.  The afternoon tea is offered at Trés by José Andrés.  The Put Our Dishes To The Test 10 course tasting menu is offered at The Bazaar by José Andrés.  The tasting menu also includes a showing of Beauty and the Beast at El Capitan in Hollywood.  Reservations can be made through March 3 for dinners between March 17-26.  Reservations for tea can be made through March 26.  Below is the official information.

SLS HOTEL, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL, BEVERLY HILLS BRINGS
 DISNEY’S “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” TO LIFE WITH IMAGINATIVE
“BE OUR GUEST!” PROGRAMMING
 
LOS ANGELES, February 17, 2017 – SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills commemorates Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” with the launch of elegant culinary and hotel experiences accompanied by advance and opening week screenings of the new live-action film debuting nationwide on Friday, March 17. The exclusive “Be Our Guest!” tribute series showcases a range of interactive amenities including a themed afternoon tea at Tres by José Andrés; a tasting menu and dessert program at The Bazaar by José Andrésunique film displays in the lobby and Regalo gift shop; and a “Beauty and the Beast”-themed overnight stay. 
 
“We’re delighted to partner with Walt Disney Studios and the El Capitan Theatre in bringing the beloved ‘Beauty and the Beast’ story to life,” said General Manager Christophe Thomas. “Our hotelwhile not quite a castlehas always felt enchanted, and we are excited to showcase the magic and romance of the film as well as SLS Beverly Hills to fans and first-time guests, alike.”
 
The multi-tiered “Be Our Guest!” programming includes:
 
·       Enchanted Afternoon Tea – the “Be Our Guest” tea service at Tres by José Andrés features a welcome glass of Cava or a non-alcoholic sparkling beverage and a selection of distinctive bites paired with premium teas, curated by James Beard award-winning Chef José Andrés. The “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired items include Mrs. Potts’ Savory Snacks and Chip’s Sweet Delights. The $55 per person tea service is limited to 25 reservations per day and available for bookings between 3:00-5:00pm from February 18-March 26.
 
·       Put Our Dishes to the Test – a feast for the senses, the commemorative “Beauty and the Beast” tasting menu at The Bazaar by José Andrés Beverly Hills pairs a selection of José Andrés most beautiful dishes alongside his wilder creations; the 10-course menu includes a special “Enchanted Rose” dessert as well as a VIP Preferred ticket to El Capitan Theater’s premiere week screenings; bookings for the $120 tasting menu can be made February 17-March 3 for dinner reservations March 17-26 (subject to availability).
 
·       More Than This Provincial Life – the overnight stay package pairs luxurious accommodations with a “his and hers” styling session at Ciel Spa to highlight her beauty and tame his inner beast; two VIP Preferred tickets to El Capitan Theater’s premier week screenings of “Beauty and the Beast”; and a decadent Enchanted Rose amenity. Rates start at $577 and can be booked February 17-March 3 for stays March 17-March 26 (subject to availability).
 
Upon booking an applicable reservation, guests will select the date and time for their VIP Preferred passes to the El Capitan Theater. Each VIP Preferred ticket includes a VIP Preferred Reserved Seat, VIP popcorn, and 20 oz. drink of choice.  Unique to El Capitan Theatre, each screening includes an immersive light and projection show featuring a dazzling Swarovski crystal curtain, brand-new “Beauty and the Beast” overture, arranged by Alan Menken’s long-time music director Michael Kosarin and special display with costumes, props and set dressing from the movie.
 
Additionally, from February 17-March 9, guests will have a chance to win tickets to the advance screening of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”. To enter, guests must post an Instagram photo of the “Be Our Guest” Afternoon Tea in Tres by José Andrés or the “Enchanted Rose” dessert graffiti at the Patisserie at The Bazaar by José Andrés, tagging #BeOurGuestatSLS, @slsbeverlyhills and another Instagram user. Five randomly selected winners will receive a four-pack of tickets to the Monday, March 13 IMAX 3D preview screening at a local theater.
 
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” is a live-action re-telling of the studio’s animated classic which refashions the classic characters from the tale as old as time for a contemporary audience, staying true to the original music while updating the score with several new songs. For full contest rules, booking information and additional details call 310-246-5555 or visit http://www.sbe.com/exclusives/be-our-guest-at-sls-beverly-hills/.