Omni Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Wines of Chile to bring authentic Chilean wine and cuisine to guests through the end of the year. As part of Omni’s Flavors of the World culinary series, the new ¡Destinación Chile! initiative presents a dedicated Chilean dinner and bar menu featuring hand-selected wines that reflect Omni’s appreciation for the region.
Available at participating properties across the United States through Dec. 31, the menu highlights a range of Chilean dishes from traditional favorites like empanadas and choritos (spicy steamed mussels) to desserts such as tres leches cake and arroz con leche. Diners can pair these dishes with wines sourced from Chile’s varied growing regions, showcasing the country’s diverse terroirs and grape varieties.
“While visiting Chile, our team discovered rustic flavors, warm and welcoming people, a compelling landscape and some of the best wines in the world,” said David Morgan, vice president of food and beverage at Omni Hotels & Resorts. “We have captured the unique climates and incredibly diverse territory that our chefs and culinary team experienced through a cultural immersion in this beautiful country. By partnering with Wines of Chile and other Chilean organizations, and by experiencing the culture first-hand, we can truly serve our guests a taste of authentic Chilean flavors.”
During the promotion, each participating hotel will offer eight to 11 carefully chosen Chilean wines in its bars and restaurants. The bars will also serve cocktails featuring Pisco, Chile’s national spirit made from grape distillate, adding a regional touch to classic and contemporary mixed drinks.
Guests can also extend their Chilean experience beyond their stay with the ¡Destinación Chile! special package. The offer includes deluxe accommodations, a bottle of Chilean wine, an empanada recipe card and a jar of the traditional Chilean spice merken. This package is available Oct. 14–Dec. 31 and is designed for travelers who want to continue enjoying Chilean flavors at home.
The 2015 ¡Destinación Chile! promotion marks the ninth annual installment of Omni’s Flavors of the World program. Previous editions have included regional spotlights such as last year’s Taste Washington and 2013’s Simply Street Food, each aiming to bring authentic regional cuisine and beverage traditions to Omni guests.
¡Destinación Chile! was developed in collaboration with Wines of Chile, an organization that represents more than 80 member wineries across every wine-producing region of the country. Those members account for a substantial share of Chile’s wine exports and provided the expertise and selections that help ensure an authentic Chilean wine experience for Omni guests.