Celebrate summer at the legendary Hotel Bel-Air with new culinary offerings and specialty cocktails

Poolside offered ice cream, gourmet picnics beside Swan Lake, and chilled cocktails are 'on the menu' this summer at Dorchester Collection's Hotel Bel-Air; all prepared by Master Chef Wolfgang Puck and his culinary team. 

Sweet Treats Poolside

Hotel guests will enjoy the following complimentary amenities offered poolside at the hotel's legendary pool:

• Granite - Pineapple, Lemon, Strawberry
• Dip n Dots ice cream - Chocolate, Vanilla
• Ice Cream Sundae- served in a bite sized waffle cup
• Chocolate Dipped Banana Coins- thinly sliced banana dipped in white and dark  chocolates
• Frozen Grape Skewers
• Push Pops - Farmers market fresh fruit sorbets (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
• Mini Lemonade Slush
• Sunglass cleaning

The Bel-Air Basket

Whether relaxing beside Swan Lake on the hotel's enchanting grounds, or planning an excursion to one of Los Angeles' famed beaches or outdoor venues, Puck and his team have created gourmet picnic baskets that are as inspired as the unique settings in which they can be enjoyed.  

Guests may select from dozens of a la carte items including Grilled Chicken "Santorini" Salad, Burrata & Prosciutto Di Parma Sandwich, Selection of Artisanal Cheeses and Assorted Charcuterie & Salumi, Big Eye Tuna "Nicoise" Salad, House Made Soft Bavarian Pretzels and Classic Cupcakes. The stylish basket is complete with blanket, thermos, wine glasses and more, ensuring that nothing is left to chance.

Reserve the Bel-Air Basket by calling +1 (310) 909 1170, an 18-hour advance notice is required. Approximate pricing for a three-course basket starts at $60 per person. A $250 refundable security fee for baskets-to-go also will be applied. Those wishing for a more elaborate set-up beside the enchanting Swan Lake including pillows, extra blankets and food items creatively displayed, may request this for an additional $75 set-up fee.

Refreshing Cocktails

Whether inside the hotel's chic bar, or outside on its comfortable patio, the Bar & Lounge provides the perfect setting to gather with friends this summer. Chef Lee Hefter, Managing Partner and Executive Corporate Chef of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, has created two new refreshing summer cocktails; "Pins & Needles" - made with Tanqueray "10" Gin, Rosemary, Cucumber, and Lemon Juice and "Aleeto's Way" - made with Patron Añejo Tequila, Aperol, and Lemon Juice.

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Dorchester Collection

Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world's foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company's mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements.

The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group): The Dorchester, London; The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills; Le Meurice, Paris; Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris; Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan; Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles; Coworth Park, Ascot, UK; 45 Park Lane, London; and Le Richemond, Geneva.

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For further information please contact:

Olivia Johnson or Victoria Henson at Peretti Communications

Telephone: 020 7244 1930

Email: olivia.j@peretti.com / Victoria.h@peretti.com