The Heathman Hotel, Trellis Restaurant Voted 'Best of' by 425 Magazine
Magazine's Readers Recognize Hotel for Best Service and Trellis' Brian Scheehser as Best Chef
| Source: The Heathman Hotel Kirkland
KIRKLAND, WA--(Marketwire - August 28, 2009) - The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland, the only
independent, luxury hotel located in the city's vibrant downtown core, has
secured two spots on this year's "The Best of 425" listings by 425
Magazine. In an online poll, the magazine's readers submitted their local
favorites, selecting The Heathman as the hotel with the best service.
Additionally, Executive Chef Brian Scheehser of the hotel's restaurant
Trellis was named best chef.
"Receiving recognition for best service is the highest honor for The
Heathman Hotel as it acknowledges our staff's dedication to providing
guests with attentive, personalized service," said Les Utley, general
manager. "We are also extremely proud of Brian Scheehser, our own best
chef, as he receives this award appreciating his outstanding culinary
skills and commitment to farm-to-table cuisine at Trellis. These
acknowledgements are particularly significant to us because they are
selected by our own eastside neighbors."
In addition to receiving recognition from 425 Magazine, Trellis was
recently praised by Travel + Leisure as one of the best farm-to-table
restaurants in the country. The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland was also
acknowledged by AAA, receiving its Four Diamond Award® in February.
About The Heathman Hotel
The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland located on Seattle's eastside provides
guests with the ultimate in gracious service in an ambience of understated
elegance and comfort. The property has garnered the AAA of Washington
Four Diamond Award®, an indicator of excellence which promises travelers
an unparalleled lodging experience. The Heathman Hotel features 91 classic
guest rooms and suites; the 5,000-square-foot Penterra Spa, complete with a
sanctuary room, individualized treatment spaces and deluxe fitness center;
2,500 square-feet of meeting and event space; and Trellis, a 90-seat wine
country inspired restaurant and bar helmed by Chef Brian Scheehser.
Trellis' rustic, robust menu evolves with the seasons, often featuring
items from Scheehser's own five-acre farm. For reservations and
information, visit http://heathmankirkland.com/ or call (425) 284-5800 /
(866) 997-5475.