Experiential Cherry Blossoms

It's cherry blossom season y'all! Which means the weather is getting warmer, the trees are in full bloom and we can expect to see some beautifully creative activations coming from the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C.. Lucky for us Bizbash featured a roundup of some of the best events during National Cherry Blossom Festival. From pop-ups to Pink Tie Galas to some interactive tech, this year's roundup is full of creativity and we are here for it! Read on for some of our favorites.

We do love a good space transformation and Drink Company's Cherry Blossom Pub (pictured above) is an epic floral example. Don’t you want to be there sipping some crisp rosé? Taking inspiration from the Palace of Versailles, this pop-up bar features more than 10,000 Japanese cherry blossoms, peonies and roses. The special projects team at Drink Company has creatively designed a romantic atmosphere for those that want to enjoy their blossoms with a cocktail in hand, away from unpredictable spring weather. If you want to check it out you better hurry! The Cherry Blossom Pub is open until April 21st.

Artechouse’s ‘In Peak Bloom’ Exhibition (pictured above) set our tech hearts aflutter. Not only is it an interactive wonderland but "the exhibition celebrates spring and women in the arts and tech, with five immersive installations created by women artists and women-led art collectives." #womensupportingwomen Blooming (pictures below) is a testament to the importance of physical connection as a life-sized cherry blossom tree flourishes when attendees hold hands. Once attendees release their hands the installation returns to its pre-bloom state. This is such a colorful and creative way to remind others to stay present.

#teamPARTNER so impressed with the creative and experiential events taking place we may need to plan a visit south next Spring!

Happy Spring!
-Team PARTNER

Photo Credit: BizBash

Crown Shy Opens

We love a good transformation. We love it even more when it involves a historic Art Deco skyscraper, delicious food, mouthwatering cocktails, and (most importantly) super talented friends. #teamPARTNER visited our friends Chef James Kent and General Manager Jeff Katz at their brand new restaurant, Crown Shy.

Walking into this 87-year-old building on Monday, we remembered our first visit months ago that involved a few hard hats and blueprints. There was so much more to take in on this visit, from the 30-foot granite marble bar that welcomes you, the 16-foot windows (yes, we said 16-foot!) and the modern 120-seat dining room. You better believe we saw those Le Labo amenities too 🕯 (we are very thorough guests)!

But this is a visit to the restaurant with a diverse menu. So without further ado, from left to right, top to bottom:

Gruyere Fritters (heaven, right?)

Cauliflower, Parmigiano, Sherry Reduction

Red Snapper Crudo, Citrus, Sesame Tuile

Signature cocktails: Flightplan and Rye Crown

We are even more excited to witness the transformation of the restaurant, cocktail and private dining space on floors 62, 63, 64 and 66. We will pack our hard hats!

Congratulations!!!
-Team PARTNER

Happy Year of the Pig!

Happy Chinese New Year! Yesterday was the first day of the 4,716th Lunar New Year and the Year of the Pig! In the past we have talked about lucky numbers, lucky colors and all important red envelopes. Today we shift our focus to something even more important: family. Have you seen the new Apple ad for Chinese New Year? It will give you ALL the feels (and maybe some tears). Watch it below!

Chinese New Year is all about spending time with your family. For Chinese people, this time always involves food…gathering it, cooking it, eating it, and schlepping some back home (looking at you 30 gallon cooking oil jug at the end). This video, shot entirely on an iPhone XS by influential Chinese director Jia Zhahngke, is a poignant reminder for the fragile but unbroken bonds of family across long distances.

Hopefully you spent New Years with your family. If that wasn’t possible, we hope you get some home cooking soon!

Happy Year of the Pig!
-Team PARTNER

Photo/Video Credit: tripsavvy, YouTube

Six years of PARTNER

PARTNER Productions is 6 years old this month! What is a good 6th anniversary iron gift for an event producer? 🤔

Incorporated in January 2013, we hit the ground running producing exceptional events and experiences.

Take a look at the timeline above for some of #teamPARTNER's highlights and proudest moments. From corporate events to a growing team and international events, it has been an amazing 6 years.

Been with us all six years? Six months? Six minutes? Thank you! We appreciate you joining us on our exciting journey.

Now let's pop some Champagne and cheers to another unforgettable year!

Cheers to 6!
-Team PARTNER

Season's Greetings from #teamPARTNER

2018 was full of excitement for #teamPARTNER! The year included creating unforgettable experiences high above the streets of Manhattan, team photoshoots, glowing centerpieces, many different languages, recognition as one of the Top 500 people in events and so much more. Did we mention THREE members of #teamPARTNER got married this year?

What will 2019 bring? Even bigger and better things with the partners, clients, vendors we are so thankful for!

Happy Holidays!
-Team PARTNER