The Hay-Adams Creates New, Takeaway Gourmet Bites for Guests Traveling or Wishing to Explore the City

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The Hay-Adams Creates New, Takeaway Gourmet Bites 
for Guests Traveling or Wishing to Explore the City  

“The Hay-Adams On-the-Go” celebrates urban escape and also recognizes the rush of travel, with easy-to-carry picnic or to-go packaging

WASHINGTON, DC, Fall 2023 / Spring 2024 — In the heart of the nation’s capital, The Hay-Adams offers a serene oasis for travelers. Beyond its sumptuous spaces and warm, personalized service, the hotel has crafted new dining experiences for its guests, beckoning them to explore the city’s exquisite fall days with a chef-created gourmet picnic, or simply depart the hotel with delicious to-go bites in hand, called “The Hay-Adams On-the-Go.”

The picnic is an ideal way to enjoy milder weather any time of year, promises a unique urban escape in the form of savoring one of the simple joys in life: enjoying a meal outdoors. Downtown Washington, DC is rife with green spaces, parks, benches and other public spaces ideal for enjoying a light, portable gourmet meal. Each picnic is packed into a beautifully crafted, easy-to-carry backpack that holds a comfortable, stylish and durable blanket as well as the meal and its accessories.

“What really sets the picnic apart is the combination of convenience, delight, and deliciousness,” said Nicolas Beliard, Managing Director, The Hay-Adams. “The culinary team’s artistry comes through the menu, the preparation and even the stylish sustainable packaging. The ease of enjoying a wonderfully crafted light meal al fresco in a special spot – will connect guests to the beauty of the present moment, and perhaps even help them fall even more in love with Washington, DC.”

Available year-round – ideal for autumn, spring and summer jaunts around the city on foot or on one of the hotel’s complimentary bicycles – the picnic menu presents a medley of light bites and delectable treats. Flavors range from sweet to savory and are designed to satisfy both hunger and culinary curiosity.

Guests order both offerings via the in-room dining menu, selecting one appetizer, sandwich, snack, and beverage. Appetizers include artisanal cheese and charcuterie, a seasonal fruit salad with fresh spearmint, crudité with pita and hummus, and oriechette pasta salad with sweet peppers and heirloom tomatoes. Sandwiches include roasted tenderloin on rosemary ciabatta, turkey club on a brioche bun, grilled vegetables and tomato spread on ciabatta, and a grilled chicken wrap. The snacks on offer are a variety of fruit-and-nut snack bars, protein bars, potato chips, and cookies made by the hotel’s pastry team. Beverages include still or sparkling water bottled in glass, or a selection of popular soft drinks. Each backpack can accommodate a picnic for up to two people.

Guests pick up their picnic, and, treasures in tow, venture beyond the hotel’s threshold through the city’s fabled pathways. The destination is to be discovered – a charming park, a secret sanctuary, the dappled shade of trees or another cozy nook where the blanket unfurls and the world seems to slow down. Guests bask in the fresh air and sunlight and let the sounds of the city cocoon them as they enjoy each bite of the chef’s creations.

The Hay-Adams’ takeaway option makes the picnic into a light portable meal ideal for train or car travel, adding convenience and ease to a busy day. The to-go option, available to order from the in-room dining menu, is carefully packed into easy-to-open, sustainable balsa wood and rice paper packaging in an easy-to-carry bag, ideal for travelers to whisk away when on-the-go.

The Hay-Adams’ portable dining experiences are more than just a meal – they’re an ode to balance, an invitation to pause and embrace the moment. It's a reminder that amidst the hustle and bustle, there's a world of simple pleasures waiting to be enjoyed.

The picnic and to-go bites are just a reservation away – guests are encouraged to order the day before they wish to enjoy their meal.

About The Hay-Adams

Steeped in rich history and surrounded by the nation’s most iconic institutions, The Hay-Adams is the downtown Washington hotel for discerning guests. Enveloped by views of the White House, St. John's Church, and the scenic Lafayette Park, the 5-star accommodations at The Hay-Adams are the embodiment of refined residence. Marked by Washington, DC's most accommodating amenities and dedicated services, The Hay-Adams is the boutique hotel of choice for the modern luxury traveler and is consistently recognized as one of the world's best hotels by Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Fodor's Travel and U.S. News & World Report.

For reservations and additional information, visit www.hayadams.com. 

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