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“Rare find!” Though Silicon Valley is full of new money, but very few delicate and sophisticated boutique hotels, but Hotel Los Gatos is one! Very impressed and surprised! Wonderful layout of the hotel, beautiful rooms and tasteful, consistent designs through out. The location is walking distance to town, though first time, a bit hard to find from highway 17. We must return! |
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Dear Jan, Vicki, Kathy, Brayton, Erika, Perfect – thank you for the wine & chocolate charge details. We, too, have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the hotel, the delicious food and wonderful personal attention from everyone on your team. You can be assured we'll be back again…if I have anything to say about it!! Thank you for everything – truly! See you next Wednesday ;-) My Best, Cisco Systems |
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We stayed at this boutique hotel back in June and really loved it, so we decided to book again for one night as a quick overnight stay before we caught our direct flight to Maui out of San Jose Airport on an early morning departure. On our last visit, I signed up for their " I Prefer " guest appreciation program, as I usually like to belong to as many hotel guest loyalty memberships as possible, since they can offer some really great perks. This one really paid off as we were upgraded to a one bedroom suite and also had a half bottle of Testerossa Pinot Noir wine and handmade chocolates waiting for us in the room when we arrived! What a surprise that was for having only stayed there one time before. The staff is always outstanding and very helpful in every way. The rooms are immaculate and elegantly decorated to the point that you feel like your a guest in a private Mediterranean villa. They have a nice little "breakfast for a fee" set up off the lobby, but coffee and tea are complimentary and if you would like something more substantial there are a lot of great choices within walking distance of the hotel. Whether you are looking for just a quick overnight stay, or a romantic weekend away from the kids, this hotel is the absolute best in Los Gatos. Book as early as you can, as this hotel is often fully booked and there really is no comparable hotel avaliable in Los Gatos. Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple, MarinCountyJohn Novato, CA |
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| The only reason I didn't return home a wreck was because I got to stay this night with you guys. Again, Joe and Jason went out of their way ( particularly to make sure I had everything I needed, even going as far to call me in my room to make sure I knew room service would be closing soon ) I 'm scattered It was a good thing he did - I ordered the Greek salad and it was amazing | ||
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| -We were in town to see a concert at The Winery in Saratoga. The venue lists this property as a lodging option. After a bit of research, it was obvious that this is where we needed to stay, and booked through the 'iprefer' website, giving us a few added perks. The property gives off a very sopisticated vibe. Every staff member we came in contact with was polite and helpful. Our pool courtyard room was comfortable and the pool area, while small, was perfect for lounging during our short stay. There are several outdoor areas to relax in and we were able to enjoy our complimentary breakfast outdoors in the courtyard off the lobby. Overall, I would highly recommend this hotel. They appear to have thought everything out for you ahead of time. An umbrella in the closet next to the robes, chilled bottled water at the pool, even a little note saying they respect your 'do not disturb' sign and apologize for missing your turn down service. |
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| Loved care you took in decor and design of room and how nice everyone was. Thank you so much!! Linda Blackerby |
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| Looks like you are doing the right thing. Napa Nancy |
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Loud and Unplugged Tour
Friday, May 24th, 2013
Metro PCS and ZTE Present
Billy Idol
SUN, May 26, 2013 — 7:30PM
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An Evening With
Bill Cosby
FRI, May 31, 2013 — 7:30PM
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Jewel
Greatest Hits Tour
with Steve Poltz, Atz Lee
SUN, Jun 2, 2013 — 7:30PM
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An Evening With
The Beach Boys
SUN, Jun 9, 2013 — 7:30PM
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Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo / Cheap Trick
with Brynn Marie
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013
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Teacher's Cooking Workshop
July 8, 2013 (Mon) - July 11, 2013 (Thu) from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Campbell, CA
From poaching and braising proteins to classic stocks and sauces, teachers will discover powerfully effective culinary and teaching techniques to bring back to their classrooms. Educators will also learn exciting new culinary technology tips and tricks that are sure to keep students engaged and passionate about cooking.
To find out if you're eligible to attend this class, and to enroll, please contact us at infoca@intlculcenter.comor 866.318.2433. Seating is limited.
20 HOURS - $650
WEEKDAY SCHEDULES
Monday through Thursday
4 sessions over 1 week
Begins: July 8, 2013
Ends: July 11, 2013
Class time: 9:00am-2:00pm
TUITION INCLUDES
Application fee
Books and supplies
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Chocolate Candy and Confections
September 7, 2013 (Sat) from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Campbell, CA
Does a trip to the gourmet chocolate shop set your heart aflutter? What if you could create the same delightful confections (and perhaps a few even tastier treats) in your very own kitchen? This intensive course is paradise for chocolate lovers. You’ll learn the tricks behind tempering and working with this favorite ingredient of the pastry kitchen and, over 25 hours, you’ll create chocolate candies or your own design and discover how to mold and dip chocolate to make irresistible delights, including truffles, chocolate-dipped toffee, raspberry squares, bars, and bonbons, all under the guidance of our chef-instructors.
And the sweetest part is you can do it all when it suits your schedule, because Chocolate Candy & Confections was designed to deliver a wide range of skills in a very manageable amount of time. You'll get access to the same modern facilities and distinguished chef-instructors that have made The International Culinary Center one of the leaders in culinary education, while using our unique Total ImmersionSM training method to get intensive and hands-on training in the art of chocolate.
Each class begins with a brief discussion of the science, theory, and techniques behind chocolate, but the majority of your time will be spent in the kitchen doing, not watching. Your coursework will include:
- Becoming proficient with the proper tools used in chocolate work
- The science of chocolate tempering
- Dipping and molding chocolates
- Creating simple decorative chocolate pieces of your own
- Filling and decorating a wide variety of chocolate candies
- Designing a customized box to showcase your original chocolate creations
- Understanding how chocolate is made, including harvesting and manufacturing
- Learning proper techniques for storing chocolate25 HOURS - $895WEEKEND SCHEDULES
TUITION INCLUDES
Saturdays
5 sessions over 5 weekends
Begins: September 7, 2013
Ends: October 5, 2013
Class time: 9:00am-2:00pmApplication fee
Uniform
Tool kit
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Essentials of Fine Cooking
September 7, 2013 (Sat) from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Campbell, CA
Picture this scene. The place: your dining room. The time: a Saturday evening, in the not too distant future. The company: your dearest friends and family, all of whom are raving about the wonderful meal you’ve prepared. Ready to make it happen? Sign up for The International Culinary Center’s Essentials of Fine Cooking and get the techniques you need to star in your own kitchen.
You’ll love every minute of this hands-on experience, whether you are deftly slicing an onion, gently poaching a fish, or creating one of the many classic dishes contained in the curriculum. Using our trademark Total ImmersionSMmethod, you’ll learn from the same dynamic, passionate chef-instructors who train our career students. Lessons are as fun as they are intense, and you'll find yourself picking up new techniques, skills, and recipes faster than you ever thought possible. Best of all, you'll leave with memories of an exciting, inspiring experience, and culinary gifts which you—and your very lucky guests—can enjoy for a lifetime.
During this intense 40-hour class, you’ll learn to create 25 delicious recipes: great dishes designed to impress your guests and let you practice your skills, such as Trout Marinated in White Wine with Green Peppercorns, Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Mustard Cream Sauce and Roast Potatoes, and Lobster Fra Diavolo. Each one is as challenging as it is delectable, and you’ll get the focused attention you need to make them all shine. As you work your way through the recipes, you’ll also acquire the skills and techniques for:
- Marinades, compound butters, and emulsified sauces
- Poaching, roasting, and sautéing fish
- Roasting and sautéing poultry
- Braising and sautéing white meats
- Stocks, sauces, and soups
- Grilling and stewing red meats
- Preparing shellfish in sauce, steamed, and baked
- Kitchen hygiene, safety, and methodology
- Safe and effective knife work40 HOURS - $1,995WEEKEND SCHEDULES
EVENING SCHEDULES
Saturdays
1 session a week for 8 weeks
Begins: September 7, 2013
Ends: October 26, 2013
Class time: 9:00am-2:00pmTuesdays and Thursdays
8 sessions over 4 weeks
Begins: June 4, 2013
Ends: June 27, 2013
Class time: 6:00pm-11:00pmMonday through Friday
8 sessions over 2 weeks
Begins: July 15, 2013
Ends: July 24, 2013
Class time: 6:00pm-11:00pm